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Venus Led by Cupid to Dead Adonis (oil on canvas)
XIR220735 Venus Led by Cupid to Dead Adonis (oil on canvas) by Bertoia, Jacopo Ianguidi (1544-c.1573); 120x92 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Venus conduite par l Amour vers Adonis mort; slain by a wild boar; ); Italian, out of copyright
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This print showcases the mesmerizing masterpiece "Venus Led by Cupid to Dead Adonis" by Jacopo Bertoia. Painted in oil on canvas, this artwork measures 120x92 cm and is housed in the prestigious Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The scene depicted in this painting is both tragic and enchanting. Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, is led by her son Cupid towards the lifeless body of Adonis. The composition exudes a sense of sorrow as Venus mourns the loss of her beloved Adonis, who was tragically killed by a wild boar. Bertoia's mastery lies not only in his skillful brushwork but also in his ability to convey emotion through art. The mannerist style employed here adds an ethereal quality to the piece, enhancing its mythical undertones. In this image, we witness Venus' vulnerability as she stands nude before us - a symbol of raw femininity and divine power combined. Her graceful form contrasts with the lifeless body of Adonis lying at her feet, reminding us of love's fragility and mortality. As we gaze upon this remarkable print, we are transported into a world where gods and mortals intertwine; where passion meets tragedy. It serves as a poignant reminder that even amidst death and despair, love remains eternal – forever driving our hearts forward like Cupid guiding Venus through her grief-stricken journey.
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