The Birth of Venus (Botticelli)
Symbolism in The Birth of Venus
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tbone
Venus is an ancient metaphor for the soul; the presence of the three nymphs in the painting symbolizes the life of the soul.
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ericfischer
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This painting is an allegory for the mystery of birth.
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