{"product_id":"venus-and-cupid-michele-bisi","title":"Venus and Cupid - Michele Bisi","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined Neoclassical engraving by Michele Bisi, depicting the mythological figures of Venus and Cupid in a serene, tender embrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving by Michele Bisi depicts the classical figures of Venus and Cupid in a tender embrace. Bisi, an Italian engraver active in the early nineteenth century, demonstrates a high level of technical precision in his handling of line and tone. The work is based on the painting by Andrea Appiani, a painter who held a significant position in the Milanese art scene during the Napoleonic era. The composition follows the conventions of Neoclassicism, prioritising clear outlines, balanced forms, and a serene, idealised approach to the human figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVenus is seated, her form draped in soft fabric that contrasts with the smooth rendering of her skin. Cupid stands before her, his wings spread, creating a sense of movement within the static scene. The background features a gentle, rolling landscape that recedes into the distance, providing a quiet setting for the central figures. In the lower left, two doves are depicted, a traditional attribute associated with Venus. The engraving technique allows for a subtle range of greys, capturing the texture of the drapery and the soft light that illuminates the subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBisi was associated with the Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera in Milan, and his work often involved the reproduction of paintings by his contemporaries. This print reflects the period's interest in disseminating classical themes through high-quality graphic arts. The inclusion of the dedication to Prince Eugenio, Duke of Leuchtenberg, at the base of the print, indicates its status as a formal commission or a work intended for a refined audience. The clarity of the engraving ensures that the emotional connection between the mother and son remains the focus, presented with the restraint and grace characteristic of the Neoclassical aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/the-chancellor-of-aguesseau-vincenzo-vangelisti\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eThe Chancellor of Aguesseau - Vincenzo Vangelisti — Vincenzo Vangelisti\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/sv\/products\/madonna-of-the-green-cushion-johann-conrad-ulmer\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMadonna of the Green Cushion - Johann Conrad Ulmer — Johann Conrad Ulmer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Michele Bisi","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58695350190415,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58695370834255,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58695370867023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58695370899791,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58695370932559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58695370965327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58695370998095,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58695371030863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58695371063631,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58695371096399,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58695371129167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58695371161935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Venus-and-Cupid_Poster_CompositorV1_1788738250027.jpg?v=1788738826","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/sv\/products\/venus-and-cupid-michele-bisi","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}