Venus and Cupids with the Arms of Mars
- Artist
- Charles-Andre van Loo (Carle van Loo)
- Date
- 1743
- Style
- Rococo
- Genre
- Mythological painting
- Location
- Kunstmuseum Basel
"Venus and Cupids with the Arms of Mars" is a captivating mythological painting that exemplifies the Rococo style's elegance and playfulness. Created with oil on canvas, the artwork depicts the goddess Venus surrounded by playful Cupids, celebrating love and beauty. Mars’s arms symbolize martial strength, contrasting with Venus’s serenity. The composition showcases delicate brushwork, fluid forms, and vibrant colors characteristic of Rococo art. Many such paintings are part of the extensive collection in the Web Gallery of Art, which includes works by notable Italian artists from the 17th century.
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