Primavera

"Primavera," painted by Sandro Botticelli around 1482, is a masterful example of early Renaissance art, depicting a mythological scene with figures such as Venus, Mercury, and the Three Graces, set in a lush garden. The painting is widely interpreted as an allegory of spring and fertility, commissioned by the Medici family, reflecting their interest in Neoplatonic philosophy and classical antiquity.

"Primavera" by Sandro Botticelli is a large tempera on panel painting measuring 202 cm by 314 cm, depicting a mythological scene set in a lush garden. The composition features nine figures, including Venus, Mercury, and the Three Graces, surrounded by an abundance of flora, with intricate detailing and a harmonious arrangement that exemplifies the ideals of the Italian Renaissance.