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Venus and Cupid

Paul Hübner

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is an oval medallion with an intricate relief design. In the center, a woman and a child are depicted. The woman is semi-nude, holding a flowing draped cloth, with curly hair. The child, on her lap, has wings. The background includes natural elements like trees and a rocky landscape, with architectural features. The border of the medallion is ornate, with a textured pattern. The sculpture is made of bronze or copper, with a reddish-brown color. It has a hole at the top.

Artwork Details

Date
early 17th century
Medium
bronze//Medium brown patina (rubbed locally)
Dimensions
4848 × 6128 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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