Venus and Satyr by Sebastiano Ricci. A luminous, reclining nude Venus sleeps upon a rich red cloth while a muscular satyr watches from the shadows and a small child sleeps nearby.

Venus and Satyr

Sebastiano Ricci

1718 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A dramatic mythological scene capturing the contrast between the luminous reclining Venus and the shadowed, rugged satyr.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — holds a formal wall with confidence.

Often works in
Dining Room · Study · Living Room
Placement
Works well when the wall can carry a broader statement
Walls
Reads strongest on light or mid-tone walls
Color notes
Charcoal black, Deep burgundy, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted around 1718 by the Venetian master Sebastiano Ricci, this work depicts a classical mythological encounter with masterful chiaroscuro. The composition juxtaposes the soft, pale skin of the sleeping Venus with the earthy tones of the satyr, set against a backdrop of deep shadows and rich red textiles, embodying the elegance of the Late Baroque period.

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