1850
oil
canvas
From the collection of Hungarian National Gallery
Cupid and Psyche is a 1850 oil by Károly Brocky, held at Hungarian National Gallery.
This painting depicts a tender moment between two figures. Cupid, with wings and a mischievous grin, gently pulls the head of a sleeping Psyche towards him. Psyche, with long golden hair, lies on a bed, her body relaxed and her eyes closed. The scene is set in a serene, classical environment, with a white sheet draped over the bed and a few scattered objects in the foreground. In the background, a warm, golden light illuminates the scene, casting a soft glow over the figures. The overall mood is one of quiet intimacy and gentle affection. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
Károly Brocky, or Charles Brocky (Temesvár, 22 May 1808 – London, 8 July 1855) was a Hungarian painter.
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