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Venus Chiding Cupid and Removing His Wings
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Venus Chiding Cupid and Removing His Wings
Venus Chiding Cupid and Removing His Wings; Julia Margaret Cameron, British, born India, 1815 - 1879; Freshwater, England, Europe; 1872; Albumen silver print; Image: 32.4 x 27.3 cm (12 3/4 x 10 3/4 in.)
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1815 1872 1879 Albumen Born Cameron Cupid Freshwater Julia Julia Margaret Cameron Margaret Removing Silver Venus Wings
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In this print titled "Venus Chiding Cupid and Removing His Wings" captured by the talented Julia Margaret Cameron in 1872, we witness a powerful and emotional scene unfold. The image portrays Venus, the goddess of love, chastising her mischievous son Cupid while removing his wings. Cameron's artistic vision beautifully captures the intensity of this mother-son interaction. Venus stands tall and regal, her expression filled with both disappointment and determination. Her hand gently but firmly holds onto Cupid's wing as she scolds him for his playful antics. Meanwhile, Cupid appears remorseful yet defiant, his cherubic face reflecting a mix of innocence and rebellion. The composition is strikingly intimate; Cameron's use of albumen silver print enhances the delicate details within the photograph. The contrast between light and shadow adds depth to each figure, emphasizing their emotions even further. This piece showcases Cameron's ability to capture complex human emotions through her lens. By immortalizing this mythological moment in time, she invites viewers to reflect on themes such as parental guidance, discipline, and the complexities of love itself. As we gaze upon this remarkable artwork from the Liszt Collection without any commercial intentions or affiliations mentioned here - let us appreciate how it transports us into an ancient world where gods walked among mortals while reminding us that these timeless stories continue to resonate with our own experiences today.
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