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Allegory of Carnal Love

Cristofano Robetta

National Gallery of Art

The image shows several figures within a forested environment. A muscular figure with long, curly hair stands in the center, surrounded by other figures. To the left, a standing figure with curly hair is partially draped in cloth, while a smaller child-like figure is nearby. On the right, a woman with curly hair adorned with grapevines has her arm around another figure, who rests their head on her shoulder. A small child-like figure is on a tree branch above. The figures are in a relaxed state amidst the trees and subtle foliage, with a distant mountainous landscape in the background. At the top right corner, a small cherubic figure is entwined around a decorative band with the name "ROBETA."

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3603 × 3835 px
Public Domain
Yes
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