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Venus and the activities under its government
5310221 Venus and the activities under its government; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting Venus and the activities under its government. Venus was considered a female planet, cold and moist and temperate. Those born under Venus loved clothes and ornaments, were beautiful, vivacious and licentious, and perceptive of beauty of all kinds. The planet's metal was brass, its day Friday and its night Tuesday. It was hostile to and its night Tuesday. It was hostile to Mercury and compatible with Jupiter. It had two houses, Taurus by day and Libra at night. Dated 16th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG
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This stunning woodblock engraving from the 16th century depicts Venus, the planet associated with beauty and love, and the activities under its government. In astrology, Venus was considered a female planet, characterized as cold, moist, and temperate. Those born under Venus were said to have a love for clothes and ornaments, be beautiful, vivacious, and perceptive of all kinds of beauty.
The metal associated with Venus was brass, its day was Friday, and its night Tuesday. It was believed to be hostile to Mercury but compatible with Jupiter. Venus had two houses in the zodiac - Taurus during the day and Libra at night.
This intricate illustration captures the essence of Venus's influence on those born under its rule. The detailed depiction of ornate clothing and luxurious adornments reflects the planet's association with aesthetics and pleasure.
As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are transported back in time to an era where astrology played a significant role in understanding human behavior and personality traits. The image serves as a reminder of our fascination with celestial bodies and their perceived impact on our lives.
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