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Mars and Venus Adulterous

Hans Collaert the Younger, after Philip Galle

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two figures in an embrace. One figure sits on a bed while the other leans into them, their arms entwined. Both individuals have Roman features with defined profiles, draped in cloth revealing their upper bodies. The setting includes bed curtains, bedding, a shield, a helmet, and a cherub-like figure in the background. The backdrop features architectural and decorative details with flower motifs.

Artwork Details

Date
1580-1628
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
9088 × 7250 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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