Alberghetti Foundry Bronze Mortar and Pestle

Circa 1550-1580

The Coronation of Venus draws the viewer into a mystical forest where Venus, the goddess of love, is crowned by four angels. The angel of trust, on the left, gazes deeply into the eyes of Venus. Perseverance crowns her from above. Kindness is at her shoulder, and patience rests on her lap eager for guidance. As Venus looks into the distance, there is both joy and melancholy in her mysterious lips. Technical: 114” x 78”. Oil on panel with 24k gold water-gilded frame. Painting and frame produced by artists Justas and Vilius Varpucanskis. This piece utilizes the "rules of craftsmanship" as outlined in Cenino Cennini's l Libro dell'Arte. 21st century contemporary artwork that employs techniques, philosophy, and visual language of the Italian High Renaissance...

The School of Stoics brings the viewer into an airy evening discussion at an agora overlooking the Aegean Sea. Amidst the silent water and grained marble, a group of stoics debate logic, reason, and nature. Agreement and disagreement prevail in the noble gestures of their bodies. Soon you see an individual's gaze directed towards you, raising their hand, calling you to join the conversation. Technical: 53” x 39”. Tempera on panel with 24k gold water-gilded frame. Painting and frame produced by artists Justas and Vilius Varpucanskis. This piece utilizes the "rules of craftsmanship" as outlined in Cenino Cennini's Il Libro dell'Arte. 21st century contemporary artwork that employs techniques, philosophy, and visual language of the Italian High Renaissance...

Our Lady of Mercy, 8x14 inches. Oil on panel with water-gilded frame. Painting by artist Justas Varpucanskis. This piece utilizes the "rules of cra...

Eli, 11.5 x 13.5 inches. Oil on panel with carved and gilded frame. Painting by artist Justas Varpucanskis. 21st century contemporary artwork that employs techniques, philosophy and ...

This rare object is a child toilet chair that was very common during the Renaissance time in every aristocratic house. The noble origin is also highlighted by the decoration with th...

Engraving:  The Ibex hunting with snakes Historical , mythological, religious, allegorical subjects, genre scenes, landscape painter. Mannerist. He settled in Antwerp, Venice, Flore...