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Venus and Cupid, Allegory of the Truth (oil on wood)
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Venus and Cupid, Allegory of the Truth (oil on wood)
BAL347474 Venus and Cupid, Allegory of the Truth (oil on wood) by Backer, Jacques de (b.c.1545-fl.1595); eLviv State Picture Gallery, Ukraine; Netherlandish, out of copyright
Media ID 12802975
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Arrow Arrows Honest Honesty Mask Masks Personification Allegorical
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Venus and Cupid, Allegory of the Truth - A Captivating Display of Honesty
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. This mesmerizing print captures a timeless masterpiece by Jacques de Backer, titled "Venus and Cupid, Allegory of the Truth". The painting, executed with oil on wood, showcases Netherlandish artistry at its finest. Now housed in the eLviv State Picture Gallery in Ukraine, this allegorical representation is an embodiment of honesty. In this full-length portrayal, Venus stands gracefully as a personification of truth. Her ethereal beauty shines through her nude form while she holds an orb symbolizing universal knowledge. With a mask held delicately in one hand and arrows representing accuracy and precision in the other, Venus epitomizes integrity. Beside her stands Cupid, ever-present as her loyal companion. Together they reveal that love can only thrive when founded upon truthfulness. This mythological duo serves as a reminder that honesty is not merely virtuous but essential for genuine connections to flourish. The intricate details captured within this photograph allow viewers to appreciate every brushstroke and nuance present in Backer's work. The composition exudes elegance and sophistication while evoking contemplation on the importance of transparency in our own lives. As we gaze upon this image from Fine Art Finder without commercial intentions or affiliations mentioned here - let us be inspired by Venus' unwavering commitment to honesty and embrace it as our guiding principle for authentic relationships with others.
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