1550
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Cupids at Play is a 1550 by Hieronymus Wierix, a Renaissance work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a lively scene of cherubs playing in a forest. The cherubs are shown in various poses, some flying, others running or sitting on the ground. They are all nude and have wings, adding to the sense of playfulness and freedom. In the background, there are trees and a waterfall, which adds to the natural and serene atmosphere of the painting. The overall mood of the painting is one of joy and innocence, capturing the carefree spirit of childhood. If you're interested in learning more about the Renaissance movement, which this painting is a part of, you can explore the works of other artists from this period.
Hieronymus Wierix (1553–1619) was a Flemish engraver, draughtsman and publisher. He is known for his reproductive engravings after the work of well-known local and foreign artists including Albrecht Dürer. Together with…
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