Iconography of Venus

The iconography of Venus, often symbolized by the goddess of love and beauty, typically features imagery emphasizing femininity, attraction, and fertility. Common representations include the iconic depiction of Venus’ birth from sea foam, the divine halo or star, and the use of the mirror or other symbols associated with beauty and love. In art and culture, Venus often appears as graceful and idealized female figures, reflecting ideals of beauty, desire, and femininity. This iconography communicates not just physical beauty but also themes of love, fertility, and divine grace central to her mythological symbolism.