BILIVERT, Giovanni
(b. 1585, Firenze, d. 1644, Firenze)

Venus, Cupid and Pan

1630-33
Oil on copper, 46 x 33 cm
Private collection

Employing loose brushwork and warm effects of light and shadow, Bilivert was inspired by sixteenth century Venetian painting, Veronese's influence was evident. The artist was further influenced by his pupil, Francesco Furini, famous for his soft sfumato effects and the ambiguous sensuality of his many female nudes. Furini's influence on his teacher is clear in the present painting.