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Three Goddesses: Minerva, Juno and Venus

Jan van der Straet

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of three nude figures standing and seated. The figures are depicted with soft, flowing lines and are surrounded by shading that adds depth. The central figure is seated on a cloud-like shape, holding a staff, while the figure on the left holds a round object resembling a tambourine. The figure on the right is accompanied by a small putti-like figure holding onto a rod or ribbon. There are lush foliage and faint structural lines in the background, adding movement to the composition. The color palette and modeling of the forms suggest a classical or Renaissance influence.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1587
Medium
pen and brown ink and black and red chalk heightened with white on laid paper
Dimensions
3400 × 4372 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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