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The Awakening of Venus

Louis-Marin Bonnet after François Boucher

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman reclining on a bed draped with fabric. She has a serene expression, with her legs extended and torso slightly turned. Her right arm supports her, and she holds flowers near her hip. Her hair is styled in loose curls with flowers. A white dove rests near her hand. The woman is partially draped with fabric, with much of her upper body exposed. The background features draped fabric, creating an ornate setting. The color palette is soft and pastel, adding to the ethereal quality of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1769
Medium
pastel manner printed in black, red, white, yellow, and blue on blue paper
Dimensions
4201 × 3343 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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