Venus and Amor, Jacques de Gheyn (II), 1605 - 1610
jacob (jacques)de gheyn ii (1565 – 1629)
Explore the detailed engravings of Jacob de Gheyn II (1565-1629), a Flemish master known for his meticulous anatomical studies, classical motifs & portraits. Discover his legacy!
Venus and Amor. Venus is naked on a rug on the floor. She held a burning heart in her left hand and placed her right arm over the shoulders of Amor, about to shoot an arrow. Left under two sparing pigeons, on the rug are some flowers.
About this artwork
- Title: Venus and Amor, Jacques de Gheyn (II), 1605 - 1610
- Artist: jacob (jacques)de gheyn ii
- Year: 1610
- Original dimensions: 132.0 x 112.0 cm
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Creative period: Mature Period
- Corpus context: desire , mythological narrative
- Keywords: classical mythology , venetian art style , baroque painting