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Fountain of Venus, 1756 (oil on canvas)
499936 Fountain of Venus, 1756 (oil on canvas)
by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 246x228.5 (framed) 233x215 (unframed) cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: Lighthearted, erotic decorative schemes remained popular among the French aristocracy throughout the 1700s. In this painting, part of the playfulness comes from the way Boucher painted some of the figures in gray, as if made of stone, while the others are fully human. The artist toyed with the boundaries of painting and sculpture, as well as fiction and reality.The original purpose of this painting remains unclear. While it may have been exhibited as an independent work of art, it probably served initially as a preliminary design for a tapestry.
); The Thomas L. Fawick Memorial Collection
Media ID 25468048
© The Thomas L. Fawick Memorial Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bare Cherubini City Fountain Cupid Dove Doves Grisaille Overflowing Overgrown Putti Venus Cherubim Cherubs Fowls Pagan Paganism Pagans Polytheism Polytheist Semi Nude
31"x27" (79x69cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 24x20 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 31x27 inches (787x685mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 55.4cm x 59.9cm (21.8" x 23.6")
Estimated Product Size is 68.5cm x 78.7cm (27" x 31")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The "Fountain of Venus, 1756" by Francois Boucher is a captivating oil painting that showcases the lighthearted and erotic decorative schemes popular among the French aristocracy in the 18th century. In this artwork, Boucher skillfully plays with the boundaries between painting and sculpture, as well as fiction and reality. One striking aspect of this piece is how some figures are painted in gray, resembling stone sculptures, while others are depicted as fully human. This juxtaposition adds to the playful nature of the painting. The original purpose of this artwork remains uncertain; it may have been exhibited independently or served as a preliminary design for a tapestry. The scene depicts Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, surrounded by mythological elements such as putti (cherubic figures), doves symbolizing love and peace, overflowing water from a fountain representing abundance, and an overgrown garden filled with flowers. Boucher's attention to detail brings these elements to life on canvas. This print captures not only the artistic brilliance of Boucher but also provides insight into French society during that time period. It serves as a reminder that art has always played an essential role in reflecting cultural values and desires throughout history.
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