Documentary 'I segreti di Venere' explores Venus myth on Sky Arte
The documentary 'I segreti di Venere ‒ L’antica dea dell’amore' airs on Sky Arte on Tuesday, April 16, hosted by Bettany Hughes. It traces the origins of the Venus myth beyond sensuality, with roots in Jordan and prehistoric depictions in Cyprus. The program notes Venus's constant presence in Roman iconography, often shown armed to symbolize Rome's power. The documentary references the 1914 protest by suffragette Mary Richardson, who slashed Velázquez's painting of Venus and Cupid at the National Gallery in London. Sky Arte's website is powered by Artribune, which manages its content and digital interface.
Key facts
- Documentary 'I segreti di Venere ‒ L’antica dea dell’amore' airs on Sky Arte on Tuesday, April 16.
- Hosted by Bettany Hughes.
- Explores Venus myth origins in Jordan and prehistoric Cyprus.
- Venus was often depicted armed in Roman iconography.
- Suffragette Mary Richardson attacked Velázquez's Venus painting at National Gallery London in 1914.
- Sky Arte website is powered by Artribune.
- Artribune curates content and digital interface for Sky Arte.
- Documentary emphasizes Venus's connection to human instincts.
Entities
Artists
- Bettany Hughes
- Diego Velázquez
- Mary Richardson
Institutions
- Sky Arte
- National Gallery of London
- Artribune
Locations
- London
- United Kingdom
- Jordan
- Cyprus