Paolo Veronese- Mars and Venus United by Love. Painting, 1570s, 81 x 63 3/8 in., Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY 

Mars and Venus United in Love by Paolo Veronese symbolizes their union ship as lovers and the tranquility of love. Venus is nude squeezing her left breast to make herself appear more desirable. She also shares the same features that fit into the Italian Renaissance’s beauty standards. Since she is blonde, has blue eyes, fair skin, is hairless and has a round forehead. Which differs Mars’ hairy face, tone body and strong facial features. Venus is also seen leaning on Mars while cupid unities them through the love knot. Mars’ strong features contrasting Venus’ elegant appearance is an indication in the difference of standards between the genders.