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Weighing Cupid (oil on canvas)
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Weighing Cupid (oil on canvas)
744772 Weighing Cupid (oil on canvas) by Picou, Henri Pierre (1824-95); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23294556
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Aphrodite Arrow Arrows Balance Butterfly Deities Drapery Eros Gods Mass Measure Measurement Measuring Neoclassical Quiver Scale Scales Terrace Venus Weighing Weight Neo Classical
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This print showcases the exquisite artwork titled "Weighing Cupid" by Henri Pierre Picou. Painted in oil on canvas, this neoclassical masterpiece depicts a scene from mythology, where the goddess of love and beauty, Aphrodite (also known as Venus), weighs her mischievous son Eros (Cupid) on a balance scale. The artist skillfully captures the delicate moment as Cupid's weight is measured against his mother's love. The composition is adorned with intricate details such as drapery, arrows, and a quiver symbolizing love's power to both wound and heal. A butterfly flutters nearby, adding an enchanting touch to this mythological tableau. Set against a serene seascape backdrop, the painting evokes a sense of tranquility and harmony between land and sea. The coastal terrace provides an idyllic setting for this divine encounter between mother and son. Picou's mastery in portraying light and shadow brings life to each figure within the frame. This timeless piece not only celebrates classical art but also explores themes of love, devotion, and familial bonds. As we gaze upon this remarkable print captured by eChristies Images from Bridgeman Images' private collection, we are transported into a world where gods walk among us - reminding us that even deities experience moments of tender connection with their children.
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