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Mars Being Disarmed by Venus

by Jacques-Louis David

What is Mars Being Disarmed by Venus? Mars Being Disarmed by Venus is a masterpiece created in 1823 by Jacques-Louis David. This Oil on canvas is currently housed at the Musée du Louvre. Use our interactive viewer below to explore community observations and add your own visual notes.

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A monumental neoclassical painting depicting the god Mars, god of war, succumbing to the charms of Venus, goddess of love, in a richly symbolic setting.

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