Paolo Veronese's "Mars and Venus United by Love" (circa 1570s): Exhibited at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, this painting portrays the Roman gods Mars, the god of war, and Venus, the goddess of love, in a moment of tender union, symbolizing the harmony between love and war. Veronese's skill in blending opulent visuals with deep symbolic meaning, making it a significant piece that highlights the Venetian Renaissance's fascination with the interplay of divine and earthly realms.

• Contributor: Evolution Images / Alamy Stock Photo
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• File size: 60 MB (1.4 MB Compressed download)
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• Dimensions: 4031 x 5203 px | 34.1 x 44.1 cm | 13.4 x 17.3 inches | 300dpi
• Date taken: 13 September 2023
• Photographer: Evo Images

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