The Feast of Venus
1636 - 1637
Rubens created this riotous celebration of love and abundance, inspired by an ancient Greek poem describing a festival for the goddess Venus. The canvas is absolutely bursting with life—dozens of chubby, playful putti swing from trees, offer fruit, and dance around the central statue of the goddess. On the left, a lively group of revelers dances to music, while on the right, elegant women in rich fabrics observe the scene. It's a quintessential Baroque masterpiece, overflowing with movement, sensuality, and Rubens' signature love for fleshy, dynamic figures.
- Technique
- Oil on canvas
- Material
- Canvas
- Dimensions
- 183 cm × 217 cm
Location: Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna
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