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Portrait of Annabella, Lady Blake as Juno Receiving the Cestus from Venus, c
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Portrait of Annabella, Lady Blake as Juno Receiving the Cestus from Venus, c
824231 Portrait of Annabella, Lady Blake as Juno Receiving the Cestus from Venus, c.1769 (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); 237x146 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Annabella, Lady Blake as Juno Receiving the Cestus from Venus. Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723-1792). Oil on canvas. Completed circa 1769. 237 x 146cm. The sitter was the second daughter of Rev. Sir William Bunbury of Mildenhall, Suffolk.); Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright
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This portrait, titled "Portrait of Annabella, Lady Blake as Juno Receiving the Cestus from Venus" is a masterpiece by renowned British artist Sir Joshua Reynolds. Painted around 1769, this oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 237 x 146 cm and is currently held in a private collection. The subject of the painting is Lady Annabella Blake, depicted as Juno, the queen of gods in Roman mythology. In the scene, she stands outdoors on a hilltop with her arms raised towards the heavens. A celestial angel hovers above her while four animals surround her: a snake slithers at her feet and three doves fly nearby. Reynolds skillfully captures Lady Blake's beauty and elegance through his meticulous brushwork and attention to detail. Her fair hair cascades down her shoulders, contrasting beautifully against her dark gown. The composition exudes a sense of divine grace and serenity. This portrait showcases Reynolds' mastery in capturing both human likeness and mythological symbolism. It exemplifies his ability to blend classical themes with contemporary portraiture techniques. With its rich colors, ethereal atmosphere, and intricate symbolism, this painting serves as a testament to Reynolds' status as one of Britain's most celebrated artists of the late eighteenth century. It invites viewers into a world where myth meets reality—a timeless work that continues to captivate audiences today.
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