Art and Art History Collection (Saskia)

The Birth of Venus (detail)

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Publisher

Saskia, Ltd., Cultural Documentation

Abstract

The scene represents Venus, born of the sea, being sped by Zephir towards land, where Pomona is ready to cover her with a beautiful cloak.

Keywords

Florence, Italy, Castello, Italy, Style: Italian Early Renaissance, School: Early Renaissance, Movement: Renaissance, Florentine, Painting;, Painting

Alt Text

A woman with long red hair wearing a floral dress holds a garland of leaves against a backdrop of clouds and foliage. The painting features intricate details and vibrant colors.

Geographic Location

Florence (Italy); Castello, Italy

Rights

This material is licensed by USF Libraries for the research and teaching needs of USF students, staff, and faculty only. See: https://lib.usf.edu/collections-and-discovery/collection-management/user-terms/

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Media Type

Paintings; Pictures

Identifier

A01-LIF0932

The Birth of Venus (detail)

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