Created:
Movement:
1853
Romanticism
key Notes:
Romantic Allegory, Lush Naturalism
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Dimensions:
36 1/4 x 28 1/4 in. (92.1 x 71.8 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Master
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Venus Disarming Cupid by Narcisse-Virgile Diaz de la Peña

Venus Disarming Cupid, painted in 1853 by Narcisse-Virgile Diaz de la Peña, is an exemplary work of the Romantic movement, characterized by its lush use of color and emotive subject matter. The painting, executed in oil on canvas, depicts the mythological scene with a sensuous and dynamic composition, reflecting the artist's fascination with themes of love and mythology. Diaz de la Peña, a prominent figure in the Barbizon School, was known for his landscapes and genre scenes, which often featured rich textures and vibrant palettes. His work contributed significantly to the transition from Romanticism to Realism in French art. The artist's ability to capture the interplay of light and shadow in his paintings was highly influential among his contemporaries and successors. Diaz de la Peña's legacy is marked by his role in advancing the plein air painting technique, which became a cornerstone of Impressionism.

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Venus Disarming Cupid by Narcisse-Virgile Diaz de la Peña

Created in 1853, "Venus Disarming Cupid" by Narcisse-Virgile Diaz de la Peña is an oil on canvas painting that exemplifies the Romantic style with its emphasis on emotion and nature. The artwork depicts the mythological scene of Venus taking away Cupid's bow, highlighting the artist's skill in rendering delicate figures and lush landscapes.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Harvard Art Museum

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Venus Disarming Cupid