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Venus leaning on a column, c1780. Creator: Jacques Charlier
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Venus leaning on a column, c1780. Creator: Jacques Charlier
Venus leaning on a column, c1780
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Boucher Francois Charlier Jacques François Boucher Gilding Ivoirerie Ivory Jacques Charlier Leaning Leaning On Elbow Miniature Musee Cognacq Jay Rococo Era Venus Watercolor
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This exquisite 18th century artwork, titled "Venus Leaning on a Column" by Jacques Charlier, showcases the captivating beauty and grace of the goddess Venus. The painting, created around 1780, is a testament to the artistic prowess of the Rococo era in France. Venus is depicted in a full-length portrait, standing naked with an alluring smile as she casually leans on a gilded column, her elbow resting on the intricately carved surface. The goddess's radiant figure is bathed in a soft, ethereal light, with delicate shades of color and gouache used to bring her flawless skin to life. The ivory background adds an air of elegance and sophistication to the piece, while the use of metal accents on the column and Venus's jewelry adds a touch of opulence. The painting is currently housed in the Musée Cognacq-Jay in Paris, a renowned institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the heritage of French art. The image of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, has been a popular subject in art for centuries, and Charlier's interpretation is a stunning example of the Rococo style. The artist's masterful use of watercolor and attention to detail bring the goddess to life, inviting viewers to appreciate the timeless allure of Venus and the artistic vision of the 18th century.
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