Cult of Venus
c. 1595-1596 The Metropolitan Museum of Art
About this artwork
This elaborate engraving by Jan Saenredam depicts the worship of Venus, showing the goddess with Cupid surrounded by figures engaged in ritualistic acts. It is a finely detailed print, characteristic of late 16th-century Dutch Mannerism.
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Jan Saenredam was a prominent Dutch printmaker who often reproduced designs by famous artists of his time, notably Hendrick Goltzius. This 'Cult of Venus' print likely draws inspiration from the classical themes and highly refined aesthetic popular during the Mannerist period, showcasing the era's fascination with mythological narratives and idealized forms.
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Cult of Venus
Jan Saenredam, c. 1595-1596
