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Laus Veneris, c. 1873-75 (oil on canvas)
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Laus Veneris, c. 1873-75 (oil on canvas)
TW426910 Laus Veneris, c.1873-75 (oil on canvas) by Burne-Jones, Edward Coley (1833-98); 122.5x183.3 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK; (add.info.: Depicts the legendary court of Venusberg, the city of love; The knight seen in the centre of the window is riding off to seek forgiveness for having given himself up to a life of pleasure in Venusberg; The Queens women are playing music, known as the food of love; A rose, the symbol of love, lies on the ground by the Queen; The tapestry in the background shows Cupid riding on the chariot of Venus, the goddess of love; ); eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22910328
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Courtiers Danger Dangerous Distress Lovesick Reclining Remorse Pre Raphaelite Sadness
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This print captures the essence of Edward Burne-Jones' masterpiece, "Laus Veneris". Painted between 1873 and 1875, this oil on canvas artwork measures an impressive 122.5x183.3 cm and is housed in the Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, UK. The painting depicts the legendary court of Venusberg, known as the city of love. In the center window stands a knight who rides off to seek forgiveness for indulging in a life of pleasure within Venusberg's walls. Surrounding him are Queen's women playing music, which is often referred to as the food of love. A sense of melancholy fills the air as a red rose, symbolizing love, lies abandoned on the ground by the Queen herself. The tapestry adorning the background showcases Cupid riding on Venus' chariot - a powerful representation of their divine connection. Burne-Jones' attention to detail and his mastery over color create an atmosphere that evokes both danger and distress within this courtly scene. The courtiers appear lovesick and reclining with sadness etched upon their faces. As one gazes at this pre-Raphaelite masterpiece, it becomes evident that it explores themes such as remorse, ruler-ship, amourous desires while warning against dangerous liaisons that can lead to heartache. Captured beautifully by Bridgeman Images through eTyne & Wear Archives & Museums collection; this photograph allows us to
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