L'amour
1777
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jean-François Janinet
Jean-François Janinet (1752–1814) was a French artist, born in Paris.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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L'amour is a 1777 ink by Jean-François Janinet, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a cherub with chubby arms and wings standing in a garden. The cherub holds a bow and arrow in one hand while pointing with the other. Around him, roses bloom on bushes and creep along the ground. Above, a small bird floats in the sky, and the whole scene has a soft, dreamy look. The title *L’Amour* (French for "Love") hints this is about cupid, the mythical messenger of love. The delicate colors and flowers suggest a gentle, idealized view of love. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Jean-François Janinet (1752–1814) was a French artist, born in Paris.
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