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Mercury, Venus and Cupid, after Correggio, between 1871 and 1873. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
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Mercury, Venus and Cupid, after Correggio, between 1871 and 1873. Creator: Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux
Mercury, Venus and Cupid, after Correggio, between 1871 and 1873
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This stunning 19th century oil painting, titled "Mercury, Venus and Cupid," is a masterful recreation by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux after the original work by the Italian Baroque artist Antonio Allegri da Correggio, created between 1871 and 1873. The painting depicts three figures from Roman mythology: Mercury, the god of commerce, travel, and thieves; Venus, the goddess of love and beauty; and Cupid, the god of desire and amour. Carpeaux expertly captures the essence of Correggio's original composition, with Mercury shown in armor and a winged helmet, holding a caduceus staff and wearing an elegant, flowing cloak. Venus, the epitome of feminine grace, is depicted in the nude, her voluptuous form adorned only with a veil and a delicate girdle. Cupid, the mischievous and playful deity, is shown as a young boy, clad in a short tunic and armed with his characteristic bow and arrows. The painting is a testament to the Baroque era's appreciation for allegorical subjects and the human form. Carpeaux's use of color and brushwork imbues the painting with a sense of movement and vitality, while the intricate details of the figures' clothing and armor showcase the artist's mastery of the medium. The painting is a treasured addition to the collections of the Petit Palais Museum in Paris, where it continues to captivate and inspire visitors from around the world.
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