The Three Graces of Greek mythology were the daughters of Zeus and Eurynome. They bestowed beauty and pleasure on gods and men, and were often depicted in the entourage of Venus, Mercury, and Apollo. They were a frequent motif in art, to which Rubens returned on several occasions. Here they are united in a dance, lifting high a flower basket. The forms and movement of the female bodies are in focus, their naked skin as if warm and alive.