'Venus by' Joseph Nollekens
Artwork
Medium:
Poster reproduction of original artwork
Date:
1998
Dimensions:
Artworks -
Height: 33 in
Width: 14 in
Description:
White stone sculpture of a nude female in the center, dark background.
Historical Context:
One of three marble figures by Nollekens in the Getty Museum's sculpture collection, this depiction of Venus, the goddess of love, is a graceful synthesis of classical influences.