What you are looking at
In an orange grove carpeted with flowers, Venus stands at the center under a blindfolded Cupid. On the right the wind god Zephyr seizes a nymph who turns into Flora, goddess of flowers; on the left the Three Graces dance and Mercury reaches up to the clouds.
Why it is famous
The meaning is still debated, but it celebrates spring, love and fertility. Botanists have identified many real plant species among the flowers.
How big is Primavera?
Primavera measures 203 × 314 cm (79.9 × 123.6 in), without its frame. Its surface is about 15 times the area of the Mona Lisa.
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Where to see it
It hangs in the Uffizi next to The Birth of Venus.
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Frequently asked questions
Who painted Primavera?
Sandro Botticelli painted Primavera in c. 1480 to 1485.
Where is Primavera?
Primavera is in the Uffizi Galleries, Florence, Italy.
How big is Primavera?
203 × 314 cm (79.9 × 123.6 in). Its surface is about 15 times the area of the Mona Lisa.
What is Primavera made with?
Tempera on panel.
Sources: Wikidata Q549847; Wikipedia, "Primavera". Checked October 17, 2026. How we check.