The marble statue depicts a classical-style representation of Venus (Aphrodite), the Roman goddess of love and beauty. This type of sculpture is often inspired by ancient Greek and Roman art, where Venus is portrayed in a graceful nude form, sometimes accompanied by symbolic elements such as Cupid (Eros), as seen at her side in this piece. The goddess is shown in the ‘pudica’ (chaste) pose, a type characterised by her modesty covering herself with her hands. Her expression is serene and calm.