Amor and Psyche
1595
oil
From the collection of Galleria Borghese
1595
oil
From the collection of Galleria Borghese
In this painting, a nude woman stands on the left, holding a dagger in her right hand and a torch in her left. She wears a green cloth draped over her shoulder and a necklace around her waist. On the right, a nude man with wings lies on a couch, surrounded by flowers and objects. The background features a red curtain. The woman's pose and expression convey a sense of strength and determination, while the man's relaxed posture suggests a sense of vulnerability. The use of flowers and objects around the man adds a sense of intimacy and sensuality to the scene. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Jacopo Zucchi, an Italian artist known for his use of chiaroscuro and impasto techniques.
