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Paris Awarding the Apple to Venus

Francesco Albani

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three figures, each with different poses and varying degrees of visibility. The central figure on the left is kneeling with muscular form and partially draped in cloth. The figure faces another figure above. The top figure appears young with wings and one hand extended. On the right, a standing figure holds a garment with soft facial features. The background is plain with sketch lines suggesting an ethereal setting.

Artwork Details

Medium
red chalk
Dimensions
3594 × 3477 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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