Description
Period: 19th Century
Country: France
Dimensions: Height: 55 cm, Width: 38 cm, Depth: 21 cm
Material: Marble
Description
This 19th-century Neoclassical marble sculpture depicts the tender and playful scene of Cupid bending down to play with a butterfly. Reflecting the 18th-century Neoclassical tradition’s emphasis on the pure texture of marble and the idealized depiction of the human form, this sculpture is a masterful interpretation of classical themes. The piece is in excellent condition, embodying the pinnacle of Neoclassical artistry.
Inspired by the renowned French sculptor and painter Antoine-Denis Chaudet’s masterpiece “Cupid,” this sculpture draws inspiration from a 3rd-century BC poem by the ancient Greek poet Theocritus. Cupid’s detailed and dignified features, the subtle undulations in his form, and the crouched posture reveal an idealized representation of the human body. The depiction of Cupid’s fingers, delicately pinching the butterfly’s wings, showcases gentle affection and tenderness, capturing the Neoclassical pursuit of ideal beauty.
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