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Allegory of Love Conquering Lust (oil on canvas)
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Allegory of Love Conquering Lust (oil on canvas)
1254388 Allegory of Love Conquering Lust (oil on canvas) by Garzi, Luigi (1638-1721); 75.7x62.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images
Media ID 25468756
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This print showcases Luigi Garzi's "Allegory of Love Conquering Lust" a mesmerizing oil on canvas masterpiece. The artwork, measuring 75.7x62.9 cm, is held in a private collection and has been beautifully captured by Christie's Images. In this coronation scene filled with erotic symbolism and mythological references, love emerges victorious over lust. A divine female figure crowns a man, representing the triumph of pure desire over impure cravings. The allegorical narrative unfolds as Cupid defeats Bacchic influences and beats back the temptations of sensual pleasure. Goddesses, nymphs, cherubs, fauns, and satyrs populate this sacred space where personifications of love and lust clash. Aphrodite herself stands tall amidst the chaos while cherubic putti surround her with arrows ready to strike at any moment. The painting delves into themes of mythology and religion as it explores the eternal struggle between passion and purity. It depicts both the profane allure of earthly desires embodied by bestial creatures like fauns and satyrs alongside the divine power represented by Venus Aphrodite. Garzi's skillful brushwork brings these allegoric figures to life in vivid detail while capturing their mythical essence effortlessly. This print from Bridgeman Images allows us to appreciate every intricate nuance within this extraordinary work of art without commercial intent or use mentioned
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