Description
Material: white Italian marble
dating: beginning 20. century, The work is carved in a classicist style
This elegant sculpture of white marble depicts the classic scene of ancient mythology - the goddess of love Venus (Aphrodite) Malp's love (Erotem), winged god of love. Both characters are portrayed with fine sensuality and sensitivity. Amor, shown as a child with wings, she prints gently to Venus, that sits on a richly processed seat reminiscent of a marble throne with a drapery. Her view and gestures radiate maternal love and ancient ideal of beauty.
The lower part of the sculpture is complemented by two doves - the symbols of Venus - which are harmoniously closing the overall scene. The whole work gives a calm and intimate impression and reflects a high level of art-craft processing.
Provenience: The sculpture was made in Italy. The sculpture is imported to Bohemia from Belgium (decorated the garden of the villa, that was built at the beginning 20. century and the statue there was placed in the garden. After the transport was completely restored (Added missing parts, complete cleaning).
It's not modern Chinese copy, that is imported here in a large.
Dimensions: height 163 cm, width 105 cm, depth 60 cm
