Venus at the Forge of Vulcan

18th century

French 18th Century

Associated Names
French 18th Century

Artist

This is a drawing of a mythological scene. The composition is crafted with ink and wash, showcasing cherubic figures and mythical beings. At the center, a pair of figures are entwined in an embrace, surrounded by swirling clouds and atmospheric whirls. Surrounding cherubic figures float amidst the clouds, engaging in playful antics and gestures. The use of soft, monochromatic tones imbues the image with a sense of antiquity and romance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    pen and brown ink with brown wash and touches of white gouache

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Regina Slatkin

  • Dimensions

    overall (approximate): 36.7 x 16.6 cm (14 7/16 x 6 9/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1984.57.1

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mrs. Charles E. Slatkin [1909-1999]; gift 1984 to NGA.

Associated Names

Exhibition History

1966

  • Drawings/Pastels/Watercolors, Charles E. Slatkin Galleries, New York, c. 1966, no. 63, pl. 59 (as François Boucher).

Inscriptions

in later hand, across center verso in graphite: L'Amour et C[?] /Boucher / [?] / 1737

Wikidata ID

Q64570783

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