Venus with Mars and Cupid by Laurentius de Neter. A reclining nude woman rests on an ornate bed while a soldier prepares to depart in the background and a winged cherub plays with a helmet.

Venus with Mars and Cupid

Laurentius de Neter

1639 · Oil Paint, Panel

An elegant 17th-century mythological scene depicting Venus in a moment of repose.

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Where it works

A grounded artwork with confident presence with warm, lived-in color — supports a polished room with depth.

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

About the piece

Painted in 1639 by Laurentius de Neter, this oil on panel masterfully captures the mythological themes of love and war. The scene depicts Venus reclining on a sumptuous bed, while Mars quietly prepares to leave in the background, accompanied by a playful Cupid and a small dog in a dark, atmospheric interior.

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