Putto Collection (page 5)

Ulrik, 1684-1685, Prince of Sweden. Creator: Workshop of David Klöcker Ehrenstrahl
Ulrik, 1684-1685, Prince of Sweden, Unknown date

The Return of the Holy Family from Egypt, mid-late 17th century. Creator: Bartolomé Esteban Murillo
The Return of the Holy Family from Egypt, mid-late 17th century

The Judgement of Paris. Creator: Søren Kiær
The Judgement of Paris, Unknown date

The Holy Family. Creator: Jan van den Hoecke
The Holy Family, Unknown date

The Martyred St. Catherine of Alexandria with Angels, 1625-1650. Creator: Unknown
The Martyred St. Catherine of Alexandria with Angels, 1625-1650

The Assumption of the Virgin, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Carlo Innocenzo Carlone
The Assumption of the Virgin, early-mid 18th century

Copy of Titian's "Allegory of Alfonso d'Avalos, Marchese del Vasto", c1833

Mars and Venus (image 2 of 2), 16th century. Creator: Enea Vico
Mars and Venus (image 2 of 2), 16th century

The Departure of Elisabeth of France for Spain, after 1858. Creator: Eugene Isabey
The Departure of Elisabeth of France for Spain, after 1858. During his youth, this early Romantic artist joined Eugene Delacroix and Richard Parkes Bonington (1802-28)

Portrait of Allaert van Everdingen, 1704-1758. Creator: Sybrand Feitama
Portrait of Allaert van Everdingen, 1704-1758

The Alchemy, 1606. Creator: Paulus de Kempenaer
The Alchemy, 1606

Venus and Vulcan at the Forge, mid-1550s. Creator: Giorgio Ghisi
Venus and Vulcan at the Forge, mid-1550s

Apollo, Pan and a Putto Blowing a Horn, 1560s. Creator: Giorgio Ghisi
Apollo, Pan and a Putto Blowing a Horn, 1560s. Series: Set of Four Ceiling Designs for Galerie d'Ulysse of Fountainbleau

Allegory of Carnal Love, after 1535. Creator: Cristofano di Michele Martini
Allegory of Carnal Love, after 1535

The Holy Family with the Infant St John. Creator: Unknown
The Holy Family with the Infant St John, Unknown date

Sculpture. Creator: Unknown
Sculpture, Unknown date

The Adoration of the Magi. Creator: Unknown
The Adoration of the Magi, Unknown date

The Judgement of Paris, 1728. Creator: Noël-Nicolas Coypel
The Judgement of Paris, 1728

St Rosa of Lima. Creator: Anon
St Rosa of Lima, Unknown date. In 1617 a thirty-one-year-old woman, born as Isabel Flores y de Oliva, died in her hometown Lima in Peru

Putto in front of a Hedge of Roses. Creator: Unknown
Putto in front of a Hedge of Roses, Unknown date. Manner of Francesco Pesellino

Venus and Cupid, early 16th century. Creator: Lucas Cranach the Elder
Venus and Cupid, early 16th century

The Marriage of Charles X Gustavus, 1654, (mid-late 17th century). Creator: Jurgen Ovens
The Marriage of Charles X Gustavus, 1654, (mid-late 17th century). Alternative title: Consummation ceremony after the wedding of King Carl Gustav and Queen Hedwig Eleanor in 1654

Sheet of Studies (recto and verso) (image 2 of 2), Mid-16th century. Creator: Unknown
Sheet of Studies (recto and verso) (image 2 of 2), Mid-16th century

Apocripha, Printed 1643. Creators: Wolfgang Endter, Peter Paul Troschel
Apocripha, Printed 1643

Untitled - Children with Grapes, 1878. Creator: W. J. Linton
Untitled - Children with Grapes, 1878

Pietas, 1610. Creator: Willem van Swanenburg
Pietas, 1610

Architectural Fantasy, 1598. Creator: Wendel Dietterlin the Elder
Architectural Fantasy, 1598. From Architectural and Ornamental Designs

Venus Ordering Arms from Vulcan for Aeneas (image 1 of 2), 1717. Creator: Jean Restout
Venus Ordering Arms from Vulcan for Aeneas (image 1 of 2), 1717

The Assumption of the Virgin, between c1734 and c1740. Creator: Gaspare Diziani
The Assumption of the Virgin, between c1734 and c1740

Project for a Cartouche: An Allegory of Minerva, Fame, History and Faith Overcomin... c1727. Creator: Francois Boucher
Project for a Cartouche: An Allegory of Minerva, Fame, History and Faith Overcoming Ignorance and Time, c1727

Mercury, c1585. Creator: Johann Sadeler I
Mercury, c1585. From The Seven Planets, pl. 6

Vase of Flowers, c1695 (?). Creator: Isabella Peeters
Vase of Flowers, c1695 (?)

Adoration of the Magi, c1760. Creator: Carle van Loo
Adoration of the Magi, c1760

Allegorical Figure of Peace, between 1530 and 1540. Creators: Lorenzo de Musi, Marcantonio Raimondi
Allegorical Figure of Peace, between 1530 and 1540

Rinaldo and Armida, c1758. Creator: Lorenzo Tiepolo
Rinaldo and Armida, c1758

Portrait of Bartholomeus Spranger, 1597. Creator: Jan Muller
Portrait of Bartholomeus Spranger, 1597

Psyche, 1856. Creator: Auguste Barthelemy Glaize
Psyche, 1856

The Baptism of Christ, c1690. Creator: Antoine Coypel
The Baptism of Christ, c1690

Interior with cupola, a coffered ceiling in Berlin and decorations for a cornice, 1862-1867. Creator: Isaac Gosschalk
Interior with cupola, a coffered ceiling in Berlin and decorations for a cornice, 1862-1867. Joseph Henry Gosschalk (rejected attribution)

Saint Agnes Protected by an Angel, c1620. Creator: Alessandro Turchi
Saint Agnes Protected by an Angel, c1620

The Wedding Feast of Peleus and Thetis, 1589. Creator: Jacques de Gheyn II
The Wedding Feast of Peleus and Thetis, 1589

Faith, Hope, and Charity, 1590. Creator: Jacob Matham
Faith, Hope, and Charity, 1590

Venus with Amor and putti, 1710-1777. Creators: Charles-Joseph Natoire, Unknown
Venus with Amor and putti, 1710-1777. Adrien Manglard (rejected attribution)

Bracket with a Cherub Holding a Fly Whisk, turn of the 1/2nd century. Creator: Unknown
Bracket with a Cherub Holding a Fly Whisk, turn of the 1/2nd century

The Seven Virtues, 1588. Creator: Jacob Matham
The Seven Virtues, 1588. From Mythological Subjects

Faith, Hope, and Charity, 1590. Creator: Jacob Matham
Faith, Hope, and Charity, 1590

Allegory on love, 1775. Creator: Jacobus Buys
Allegory on love, 1775. Design for a painting

The Martyrs of Japan, 1628. Creator: Jacques Callot
The Martyrs of Japan, 1628

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"Putto: The Cherubic Symbol of Beauty and Mythology" In the realm of art, the putto has been a recurring motif, captivating audiences with its innocent charm and ethereal presence. From classical masterpieces to risqué engravings, this cherubic figure has left an indelible mark on artistic expression. One such iconic portrayal is found in Alexandre Cabanel's "The Birth of Venus" (1875), where a putto hovers above the goddess as she emerges from the sea foam. This celestial being adds an enchanting touch to Botticelli's timeless masterpiece. Similarly, in "The Feast of Venus, " we witness a playful gathering of putti surrounding the Roman goddess herself. Their mischievous smiles hint at their role as Cupid's helpers, spreading love and desire throughout ancient mythology. Moving forward through time, Gustav Naujok presents us with his depiction of St. Cecilia (1891). Here, a putto accompanies the saintly figure while she plays her musical instrument – symbolizing heavenly harmony and divine inspiration. However, not all representations are quite so angelic. In an engraved title page from an English priapic novel (1783), we encounter more provocative imagery featuring lascivious putti engaging in amorous pursuits. Such works pushed societal boundaries and explored themes that were considered scandalous at the time. Aubrey Beardsley's illustrations for "The Savoy" further challenge conventions by depicting whimsical yet erotic scenes involving these mythical beings. These intricate drawings showcase Beardsley's unique style while exploring sensuality through the lens of fantasy. Yet amidst these contrasting portrayals lies George Romney's "Lady Hamilton as the Goddess of Health. " Painted around 1790 but rediscovered in 1920s Britain, this artwork depicts Emma Hamilton embodying vitality personified by a charming putto accompanying her graceful form. Beyond paintings and engravings, putti have also found their way into architectural ornamentation.