French School, ‘homage To Venus And Cupid In An Arcadian Landscape’, Oil On Canvas.
A painting depicting a scene of ritual celebrations around a marble statue of the Goddess of Love, accompanied by Cupid and sacred doves.
The iconography of the painting appears to be linked to the celebrations of the cult of Venus and Cupid, which were widespread in French art of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The white figures of the sculpture are likely to represent Venus and Cupid themselves, the deities of love and beauty, and the focal point of attention, created in part by their luminous white marble. Behind them, a group of revellers engage in ceremonial rites. Some women dance and play musical instruments, whilst others bear offerings of flowers and fruit. Contemporary gilded frame. Canvas dimensions: approx. 56 x 46 cm. External frame dimensions: 67 x 57 cm
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 16th, Directory
Condition: Good condition
Material: Oil painting
Length: 56
Height: 46
Reference (ID): 1730934
Availability: In stock
