It is a vivid Mannerist
painting capturing a mythological moment when the adulterous lovers Mars and
Venus are exposed by the cunning god Vulcan. The composition is rich with
sensuality, dramatic poses, and intricate details. Venus reclines seductively
while Mars appears startled, both entangled in a delicate golden net.
Surrounding them, gods react with amusement and astonishment. Wtewael’s use of
vibrant colour, complex spatial arrangement, and exaggerated anatomy reflect
the Mannerist style, blending eroticism with mythological narrative and moral
commentary on love, betrayal, and divine retribution.
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