Venus and Cupid
1506
Lucas Cranach the Elder presents a strikingly tall and slender Venus here, standing almost like a Renaissance supermodel against a stark, dark background. She casually holds a sheer, diaphanous veil, while a chubby, winged Cupid looks up at her, clutching his tiny bow. Painted around 1506, this is one of Cranach's earliest nude figures, showcasing his signature style of elongated bodies and pale skin that would become his trademark. It's a playful take on classical mythology, stripping away heavy drapery to show off a new kind of elegance.
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