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Venus Introduces Helen to Paris

Venus Introduces Helen to Paris
Scottish artist and archaeologist Gavin Hamilton moved to Rome in the 1750s in order to pursue his keen interest in Classical art. His painting Venus Introduces Helen to Paris displays Hamilton’s focus on Classical costume and theme. The painting is in the Museo di Roma in Rome.
Scala/Art Resource, NY
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