Cupid
1777
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1777
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This painting shows Cupid, a mythological figure. The artist used gentle lines to draw Cupid's face and body. The painting is interesting because it was made during the 18th century, a time when French art often featured mythological subjects, and this one is a good example of that trend. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist Jean François Janinet.
