Vénus au dauphin
Vénus au dauphin
"Vénus au dauphin" is a sculpture by an unknown artist located in the Luxembourg Garden in Paris, France. It depicts the Greek goddess Venus, the goddess of love and beauty, sitting on a dolphin. The statue is set on a stone pedestal and is made of bronze. The work is known for its intricate details and beautiful composition, showcasing the goddess in a relaxed and serene pose, emphasizing her grace and charm. The presence of the dolphin, a symbol of good luck, suggests the connection between Venus and the sea, reflecting her association with the coastal town of Paphos in ancient Greece. This marble statue of Venus, the Goddess of Love, is part of the collection known as the d'Apres l'Antique.
Artist
Artist
Unfortunately, there are no records as to who sculpted this statue, nor what year it was produced. However, it was located within the paterres of the Jardin du Luxembourg during the First Empire, and has remained within the gardens ever since, and is classed as one of theantiques tatues.
Year of creation
Year of creation
1800, XIX century
Location
Location
Jardin du Luxembourg, Paris 6th, France
Product information
Product information
Ready-to-hang Framed Poster with museum-quality paper.
- 250 gsm / 110 lb matte (uncoated) archival paper
- Thickness: 20-25 mm /0.79"–0.98" and for the USA market thickness is 1.9 cm/0.75"
- Paper color: off-white
- Shatterproof, transparent plexiglass.
- Includes a hanging kit, to hang in both portrait and landscape orientations.
- For indoor use
- Ready-to-hang, poster is placed within the frame. You can hang it directly on the wall.