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The Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
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The Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
696611 The Birth of Venus (detail), c.1485 (tempera on canvas) by Botticelli, Sandro (Alessandro di Mariano di Vanni Filipepi) (1444/5-1510); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Venus Anadyomene, the goddess of love is born from the sea fully-grown and brought by nymphs to the Greek island of Cythereia (see XIR 412))
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from "The Birth of Venus" by Sandro Botticelli, one of the most iconic masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance. Painted around 1485, this tempera on canvas artwork depicts the birth of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, as she emerges fully-grown from the sea. In this particular detail, we are drawn to Venus's figure - her stomach and bellybutton delicately portrayed with meticulous attention to detail. Her flowing red hair adds a touch of vibrancy to the scene while emphasizing her divine essence. The artist skillfully captures both her modesty and sensuality through his portrayal known as "Venus Pudica". Surrounded by nymphs who tenderly escort her to Cythereia, a Greek island associated with love and fertility, Venus stands triumphantly in all her naked glory. This mythological figure personifies classical ideals of beauty and grace. "The Birth of Venus" is not only an artistic masterpiece but also a testament to Botticelli's profound understanding of mythology and its influence on Renaissance art. Through his brushstrokes, he brings forth elements such as air, water, earth, and fire that were believed to shape human existence during that time. Displayed at Galleria degli Uffizi in Florence today, this painting continues to captivate viewers with its ethereal beauty and timeless allure. It serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage left behind by artists like Botticelli during Europe's medieval period – an era where art seamlessly blended nature with mythology.
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