Aachen, Hans von – Allegory of Peace Art and Abundance Hermitage ~ Part 01

The painting is an allegory, likely depicting Peace, Art, and Abundance. The central figure, a nude woman, reclines gracefully, her body illuminated by a soft light, symbolizing beauty and perhaps Venus. She is embraced by another figure, possibly a male deity or personification, who holds a laurel branch, a symbol of victory and peace, and an armillary sphere, representing knowledge and the cosmos.
To the left, a figure in armor lies on the ground, with a drum and weapons, suggesting the subjugation of war and conflict. This figure is looking up towards the central woman, perhaps in admiration or subservience.
In the foreground, another female figure faces away from the viewer, holding a golden goblet filled with red liquid, potentially wine, a symbol of celebration and enjoyment. Beside her, a cornucopia overflows with fruits and flowers, representing abundance and prosperity.
The rich drapery in the background, along with the lush foliage and the celestial globe, adds to the sense of opulence and divine favor. The overall composition conveys a message of harmony, where peace brings forth art, knowledge, and material prosperity, leading to a state of blissful contentment.