18th Century Oil Painting on Canvas of Venus and Mars With Putti, Framed

Description

A classic late 17th to early 18th century composition with lovers on an estate garden terrace. Here putti and with … more A classic late 17th to early 18th century composition with lovers on an estate garden terrace. Here putti and with bows and arrows set the stage for the lovers- Mars in his armor with shield flirting with a semi draped Venus. This is a very old painting in its original frame. The gilt frame has worm holes which means it is old. It lends charm and credence to the age of the painting.

canvas 11 5/8 x 9 3/8"
gilt frame 15 5/8 x 12 7/8 "

Condition: some stable craquelure, some chips to and wear to the frame, otherwise good. less