Venere vincitrice
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
395; 549
About this artwork
collector's mark: Lugt 12
Art Historical Context
**Venere Vincitrice (Victorious Venus)** Domenico Marchetti,1816* *Engraving, 395 × 549 mm* Step into the timeless allure of classical mythology with *Venere Vincitrice*, a captivating engraving by Italian artist Domenico Marchetti created in 1816 The title evokes Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, depicted in a triumphant pose—likely drawing from ancient sculptures or Renaissance ideals that celebrated her as a symbol of victory and feminine power. At over half a meter wide, this substantial print commands attention, bridging the neoclassical reverence for antiquity with early ...