Cythera Collection

The Departure of Helen and her Entourage for Cythera, c1468. Creator: Dario di Giovanni
The Departure of Helen and her Entourage for Cythera, c1468

The Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
XIR155373 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

The Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
5863915 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

The Triumph of Venus, 1740 (oil on canvas)
3086716 The Triumph of Venus, 1740 (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 130x162 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Birth of Venus, the goddess of love, from the sea)

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

The Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
5863972 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

Neptune and Amphitrite (oil on wood)
3932119 Neptune and Amphitrite (oil on wood) by Diepenbeeck, Abraham Jansz. van (1596-1675) (attr. to); 69x96 cm; National Museum, Stockholm

Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
5863918 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

Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
885901 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

The Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
5863914 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

Triumph of Amphitrite, 1758 (oil on canvas)
903195 Triumph of Amphitrite, 1758 (oil on canvas) by Nattier, Jean-Marc (1685-1766); Musee de Picardie, Amiens, France; (add.info.: Greek goddess of the sea, wife of Poseidon); eMusee de Picardie

The Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
5863917 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

Birth of Venus (detail), c. 1485 (tempera on canvas)
5863916 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

The Embarkation for Cythera. Creator: Tavernier, Andrea (1858-1932)
The Embarkation for Cythera. Private Collection

Marine Gods Paying Homage to Love, c. 1636-8 (oil on canvas)
3077141 Marine Gods Paying Homage to Love, c.1636-8 (oil on canvas) by Le Sueur, Eustache (1617-55); 96.2x136.2 cm; J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

The return to Cythera, ca 1896. Private Collection

Pilgrimage to Cythera (Embarkation for Cythera) Detal: Putti, 1717. Artist: Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721)
Pilgrimage to Cythera (Embarkation for Cythera) Detal: Putti, 1717. Found in the collection of the Louvre, Paris

Pilgrimage to Cythera (Embarkation for Cythera), 1717. Artist: Watteau, Jean Antoine (1684-1721)
Pilgrimage to Cythera (Embarkation for Cythera), 1717. Found in the collection of the Louvre, Paris

Jean-Antoine Watteau (1684-1721). Embarkation for Cythera (1717). Louvre Museum. Paris. France

Map Regnum Moreae accuratissime divisum provincias Saccaniam
Map, Regnum Moreae accuratissime divisum in provincias Saccaniam, Tzaconiam, Caliscopium et ducatum Clarensae una cum insulis Cephalonia, Zacyntho, Cythera, Aegina et Sidra, Copperplate print

Telemachus arrives temple Venus Aphrodite Cythera
Telemachus arrives at temple of Venus (Aphrodite) at Cythera, on island of Cyprus

Isle Cythera ca 1750 Etching Sheet trimmed 6 7 / 8
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"Cythera: A Mythical Journey of Love and Beauty" Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Cythera, a realm where love and beauty reign supreme. Inspired by masterpieces such as "The Birth of Venus" and "Embarkation for Cythera, " this captivating destination transports you to a time when art was an expression of divine elegance. In Jean-Antoine Watteau's masterpiece, "Embarkation for Cythera, " we witness lovers embarking on a pilgrimage to this mythical island, guided by the goddess Venus herself. The painting captures the essence of romance and desire, as couples embrace amidst lush landscapes and cascading waterfalls. "The Triumph of Venus" further celebrates the allure with its vibrant depiction of the goddess surrounded by cherubs. This oil on canvas masterpiece evokes feelings of joy and ecstasy, reminding us that love conquers all. As we delve into Botticelli's iconic "The Birth of Venus, " we are captivated by the ethereal beauty emerging from sea foam. The delicate brushstrokes bring her to life, embodying purity and grace, and is here that she finds solace in her birthplace - Cythera. Neptune and Amphitrite also grace our journey through their passionate portrayal in oil on wood. Their eternal love story unfolds before our eyes, reminding us that even gods succumb to the irresistible charm found within these mystical shores. With every detail meticulously crafted in tempera on canvas, each stroke tells a tale within "The Birth of Venus. " Her radiant presence enchants viewers as they witness her emergence from seashells onto sandy beaches – an icon forever associated with both artistic brilliance and timeless femininity. Finally, Watteau's renowned work titled "Pilgrimage to the Isle/Cythere" invites us once again to embark on this magical voyage.