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Venus and Adonis, 1555 (oil on canvas)
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Venus and Adonis, 1555 (oil on canvas)
CH387973 Venus and Adonis, 1555 (oil on canvas) by Titian (Tiziano Vecelli) (c.1488-1576) (and workshop); 160x196.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: sold for.5 million in 1991, a record price for Titian; ); Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22676108
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Arrow Arrows Cherubim Cupid Hound Passion Pleading Putti Quiver Cherub Cherubs
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This print captures the timeless beauty and passion of Titian's masterpiece, "Venus and Adonis". Painted in 1555, this oil on canvas artwork depicts a mythological scene that has captivated audiences for centuries. In the foreground, we see Venus, the goddess of love, depicted as a stunning nude figure. Her graceful form is illuminated by soft light as she pleads with her lover Adonis not to go hunting. With an expression filled with longing and concern, Venus clings onto his arm while Cupid hovers above them, ready to shoot his arrow of love. Adonis stands tall and muscular beside Venus, holding a spear in one hand and a bow in the other. His gaze is fixed ahead as he prepares for his hunt. The tension between their desires is palpable - will Adonis succumb to his passion for hunting or stay by Venus' side? The painting exudes sensuality through its masterful use of color and composition. The lush landscape serves as a backdrop to this tale of forbidden love. A hound accompanies Adonis on his hunt while cherubs playfully frolic around them. This particular print holds historical significance as it was sold for an astonishing $6.5 million in 1991 – setting a record price for any work by Titian at that time. With its rich symbolism and exquisite execution, "Venus and Adonis" continues to mesmerize art enthusiasts worldwide who are drawn into its world of desire, vulnerability
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