Putto Collection (page 6)

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

Children's bacchanal, 1751. Creator: Abraham Delfos
Children's bacchanal, 1751

La Mort de Sappho, 1843. Creator: Honore Daumier
La Mort de Sappho, 1843. The death of Sappho. Jeunes filles, voyez ou nous conduit l'Amour! Sous nos pieds si mignons, le gueux creuse un abime Ou l'on tombe aisement

The Annunciation, 1594. Creator: Hendrik Goltzius
The Annunciation, 1594. From The Life of the Virgin, pl. 1

Arcadian landscape with Athena crowning an old man, and Venus and Adonis, 1747. Creator: Louis Fabritius Dubourg
Arcadian landscape with Athena crowning an old man, and Venus and Adonis, 1747

Ornamental Frieze, Early 1530s. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
Ornamental Frieze, Early 1530s

History of Jason and Medea, c1565. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
History of Jason and Medea, c1565

Flora and Her Nymphs, c1546. Creator: Giulio Bonasone
Flora and Her Nymphs, c1546

The Nativity with God the Father and Angels, after 1647. Creator: Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione
The Nativity with God the Father and Angels, after 1647

Venus and the Rose, 1556. Creators: Giorgio Ghisi, Luca Penni
Venus and the Rose, 1556

Angelica and Medor, c1570. Creator: Giorgio Ghisi
Angelica and Medor, c1570

Venus and Vulcan Seated on a Bed, Mid-1550s. Creator: Giorgio Ghisi
Venus and Vulcan Seated on a Bed, Mid-1550s

The Judgment of Paris, 1555. Creator: Giorgio Ghisi
The Judgment of Paris, 1555

Child Riding a Dolphin, 1738. Creator: Edme Bouchardon
Child Riding a Dolphin, 1738

Design for an Honorary Diploma, 1869. Creator: Jan Philip Koelman
Design for an Honorary Diploma, 1869

Les Exercices de dévotion de M. Henri Roch, 1882. Creator: Félicien Rops
Les Exercices de devotion de M. Henri Roch, 1882. From Les Exercices de devotion de M. Henri Roch avec Mme. la duchesse de Condor, frontispiece

Les Sonnets du Docteur, 1884. Creator: Félicien Rops
Les Sonnets du Docteur, 1884. From Les Sonnets du Docteur, postface

C.J. Lagercrantz, Assessor, and his Family, early 19th century. Creator: Gustaf Wilhelm Finnberg
C.J. Lagercrantz, Assessor, and his Family, early 19th century

Allegory of the Triumphal Procession of the Prince of Orange, the Future King Willem II, as the Hero of Waterloo, 1815, 1815

Le Grand et le petit trottoir, 1866. Creator: Félicien Rops
Le Grand et le petit trottoir, 1866. From Le Grand et le Petit Trottoir, frontispiece

Composition with the Virgin Mary, c1675. Creator: Unknown
Composition with the Virgin Mary, c1675

Angels Looking up at the Eye of God. Study, early-mid-18th century. Creator: Guillaume-Thomas Taraval
Angels Looking up at the Eye of God. Study, early-mid-18th century

Auction of the Cupids, 1799. Creator: Johann Heinrich Ramberg
Auction of the Cupids, 1799

Mars and Venus (image 1 of 2), 16th century. Creator: Enea Vico
Mars and Venus (image 1 of 2), 16th century

Galatea and Acis, 1651. Creator: Adriaen van Nieulandt
Galatea and Acis, 1651. Other Title(s): The triumph of the sea goddess Galathea?

Triumph of Bacchus, 1543. Creator: Enea Vico
Triumph of Bacchus, 1543

Venus in Vulcan's Forge (recto); Geometry (verso), c. 1607. Creators: Hermann Weyer, Bartholomeus Spranger
Venus in Vulcan's Forge (recto); Geometry (verso), c. 1607

Love Dream, 1895. Creator: Heinrich Vogeler
Love Dream, 1895

Amphitrite or Allegory of the Element Water, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
Amphitrite or Allegory of the Element Water, early-mid 18th century

Peace and Harmony, early-mid 18th century. Creator: Georg Engelhard Schroder
Peace and Harmony, early-mid 18th century

Danaë and the Shower of Gold. Study, mid-late 18th century. Creator: Francois Boucher
Danae and the Shower of Gold. Study, mid-late 18th century

Virgin and Child and Saint Anne, 16th century. Creator: Daniel Hopfer
Virgin and Child and Saint Anne, 16th century

The Beaucousin Collection at the National Gallery - "Charity", by F. Salviati, 1860. Creator: Unknown
The Beaucousin Collection at the National Gallery - "Charity", by F. Salviati, 1860. Engraving of a painting. The most recent accession to our National Gallery

The Holy Family with Infant Saint John, 1571. Creator: Cherubino Alberti
The Holy Family with Infant Saint John, 1571

Venus and Adonis, c.1615. Creator: Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678)
Venus and Adonis, c.1615. Private Collection

Bengt horn af Åminne (1623-1678) with his two wives Margaretha Sparre and Ingeborg Banér, 1675
Bengt horn af...minne (1623-1678) with his two wives Margaretha Sparre and Ingeborg Baner, 1675

Allegory of the betrothal of King Karl XI and Queen Ulrika Eleonora, 1692. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Allegory of the betrothal of King Karl XI and Queen Ulrika Eleonora, 1692

Allegory of the union of King Karl XI and Queen Ulrika Eleonora, 1692. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Allegory of the union of King Karl XI and Queen Ulrika Eleonora, 1692

Allegory of the birth of King Charles XI, 1668. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Allegory of the birth of King Charles XI, 1668

Allegory of Queen Dowager Hedvig Eleonora's guardianship, 1692. Creator: David Klocker Ehrenstrahl
Allegory of Queen Dowager Hedvig Eleonora's guardianship, 1692

Thesis-Sheet showing Saint Ignatius of Loyola, November 15, 1696. Creator: Elias Christoph Heiss
Thesis-Sheet showing Saint Ignatius of Loyola, November 15, 1696

A River and a Fountain Nymph, 18th century. Creator: Charles-Joseph Natoire
A River and a Fountain Nymph, 18th century

Apollo and Clytia, 1745. Creator: Charles-Joseph Natoire
Apollo and Clytia, 1745

Monument to Dr. John Yonge, by Torrigiani, in the Rolls Chapel, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Monument to Dr. John Yonge, by Torrigiani, in the Rolls Chapel, [Chancery Lane, London], 1860. Among the monuments almost hidden from view in the quaint old Chapel of the Rolls - an edifice now

Putti with Mirrors, 1725-1744. Creator: Jacob de Wit
Putti with Mirrors, 1725-1744

Jupiter, Disguised as a Shepherd, Seducing Mnemosyne, the Goddess of Memory, 1727. Creator: Jacob de Wit
Jupiter, Disguised as a Shepherd, Seducing Mnemosyne, the Goddess of Memory, 1727

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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.