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Vulcan forging the arrows for Cupid, c. 1645. Creator: Stella, Jacques (1596-1657)
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Vulcan forging the arrows for Cupid, c. 1645. Creator: Stella, Jacques (1596-1657)
Vulcan forging the arrows for Cupid, c. 1645. Found in the Collection of Collection Motais de Narbonne
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1645 Amor Beauty Collection Motais De Narbonne Cupid Fire God Goddess Of Love Godess Idyll Lust Pleasure Roman God Roman Goddess Roman Literature Smith God Smithing God Stella Venus Volcano Vulcan Allegory And Literature Roman Mythology
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This print captures the mythical scene of Vulcan forging the arrows for Cupid, painted by Jacques Stella in 1645. The baroque masterpiece, found in the esteemed Collection Motais de Narbonne, showcases Stella's exceptional talent and attention to detail. In this allegorical depiction, we witness Vulcan, the fire god and skilled blacksmith of ancient Rome, diligently crafting Cupid's iconic love-inducing arrows. Bathed in warm hues and surrounded by billowing smoke from his volcanic forge, Vulcan embodies both power and creativity as he molds each arrow with precision. The presence of Venus, the goddess of love herself, adds a touch of divine elegance to this idyllic tableau. Standing beside her son Cupid (the Roman god of desire), she gazes upon Vulcan's work with admiration and anticipation. Stella's painting beautifully intertwines elements from Roman mythology and literature to convey themes of beauty, pleasure, lust, and amour. The delicate putto figures scattered throughout further enhance the sense of enchantment within this composition. As you admire this fine art image on oil canvas print today, let yourself be transported back to 17th-century France where mythological tales came alive through masterful brushstrokes. Immerse yourself in the rich symbolism that permeates every inch of this artwork – a testament to Stella's artistic prowess and his ability to capture timeless stories through visual means.
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