Artwork
Venere e Cupido con due satiri in un paesaggio
Venere e Cupido con due satiri in un paesaggio is an unspecified painting by the Early Baroque Italian artist Simone Peterzano. It dates from 1568 and is held in the collection of the Pinacoteca di Brera.
About this work
Overview
Venere e Cupido con due satiri in un paesaggio is a 1568 painting by Simone Peterzano, an Italian artist known for his influence on Caravaggio.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Venus reclining in a landscape with Cupid and two satyrs, conveying a sense of serenity and intimacy. The figures are arranged with Venus at the center, accompanied by a cherub to her left and two male figures to her right.
Technique & Style
Peterzano's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume, emphasizing the central figure. The work reflects a Venetian-influenced style characteristic of the artist.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the Pinacoteca di Brera. Peterzano, born in Bergamo around 1535, was active during the early Baroque period and later taught Caravaggio.
Artist & collection
Artist
Simone Peterzano (c. 1535 – c. 1599) was an Italian Mannerist painter. Born in Bergamo, he stressed his links to Venice where he probably trained. He is mostly known as the teacher of Caravaggio.
Hercules crowned by a Muse
Venus and Cupid
Venus, Adonis and Cupid
Resting Venus with Cupid
Venus and Cupid in a Landscape
Jupiter als sater met Antiope en hun kinderen Amphion en Zethos
Death of Adonis
Venus, Adonis and Cupid
Venus disarming Cupid
Bathing Nymphs
Venus and Cupid
Venus și Amor, pândiți de Pan (în Registrul inventar: Venus și Amor)