Photographic Print : Venus Mars Surprised Vulcan Hendrick Goltzius
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Venus Mars Surprised Vulcan Hendrick Goltzius
Venus and Mars Surprised by Vulcan; Hendrick Goltzius (Dutch, 1558 - 1617); 1585; Pen and brown ink, brown wash, white gouache heightening, and black chalk, folded into squares, incised for transfer, lower right corner replaced; 41.6 x 31.3 cm (16 3, 8 x 12 5, 16 in.)
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Media ID 18492551
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1558 1585 1617 Brown Wash Corner Folded Heightening Hendrick Goltzius Incised Lower Right Replaced Squares Transfer Venus Vulcan White Gouache Black Chalk
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the captivating allure of the ancient gods with our exquisite Venus Mars Surprised Vulcan print from the Liszt Collection. This masterpiece by Hendrick Goltzius, a Dutch artist from the late 16th century, showcases the unexpected moment of discovery as Venus and Mars are caught in a passionate embrace by their jealous brother Vulcan. With intricate pen and ink details, bold brown wash shading, and heightened white gouache, this print is a stunning addition to any art collection. Bring the timeless story of love, betrayal, and surprise into your home with our high-quality photographic print, expertly reproduced to preserve the beauty and detail of the original work.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the masterpiece "Venus Mars Surprised Vulcan" by Dutch artist Hendrick Goltzius. Created in 1585, this artwork is a testament to Goltzius' exceptional talent and attention to detail. The scene depicts a moment of unexpected discovery as Venus, the goddess of love, and her lover Mars are caught off guard by Vulcan, the god of fire and craftsmanship. The composition beautifully captures their expressions of surprise and embarrassment. Goltzius skillfully employed various mediums such as pen and brown ink, brown wash, white gouache heightening, and black chalk to bring this mythological tale to life. The intricate details in each stroke showcase his mastery over these materials. Measuring at 41.6 x 31.3 cm (16 3/8 x 12 5/16 inches), this artwork was meticulously folded into squares for transfer purposes during its creation process. Although the lower right corner has been replaced over time, it does not diminish the overall impact of this remarkable piece. As you gaze upon this print from Liszt Collection, take a moment to appreciate Goltzius' artistic genius that seamlessly combines mythology with exquisite technique. Let yourself be transported back in time to an era where gods roamed freely among mortals – a true testament to the enduring power of art throughout history.
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