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Cupido mit Pfeil und Bogen, by Guido Reni, paint, 1618

Cupido mit Pfeil und Bogen

Guido Reni

1618

paint

canvas

From the collection of Gemäldegalerie Berlin

Dominant colour

Overview

Cupido mit Pfeil und Bogen is a 1618 paint by Guido Reni, held at Gemäldegalerie Berlin.

Who painted this?
Guido Reni
When & what style?
1618
Where can I see it?
Gemäldegalerie Berlin

About this work

The painting depicts a putto, a young boy with wings, standing on a rocky outcrop. He is holding a white bird on a stick, and his wings are spread out behind him. The putto is wearing a pink cloth draped over his left shoulder, and his right arm is bent at the elbow, holding the bird. In the background, there is a blue sky with white clouds, and a body of water can be seen in the distance. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of serenity and innocence, with the putto appearing carefree and joyful. The use of soft colors and gentle brushstrokes adds to the peaceful ambiance of the painting. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Guido Reni.

About the artist

Portrait of Guido Reni
Artist

Guido Reni

Guido Reni was an Italian Baroque painter, although his works showed a classical manner, similar to Simon Vouet, Nicolas Poussin, and Philippe de Champaigne.

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