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Venus Reclining with Vulcan at His Forge

Enea Vico after Parmigianino

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a workshop scene. There is a figure reclining on a bed with heavy drapery, and another figure working at a forge. The reclining figure is draped in fabrics and resting on cushions. The background includes curtains, ornate bedding, and a tiled floor. The working figure is muscular, focused on hammering at an anvil. Flames in the background suggest heat from the forge. The drawing includes a pitcher, basin, and sculptural elements in the workspace.

Artwork Details

Date
1543
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
5087 × 3440 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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