Artwork
Cephise and her Lover discover the sleeping Cupid in the Woods of Idalia
Cephise and her Lover discover the sleeping Cupid in the Woods of Idalia is an oil painting by the Rococo painting artist Angelica Kauffmann. It dates from 1792 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
About this work
Overview
Cephise and her Lover discover the sleeping Cupid in the Woods of Idalia is a 1792 oil painting by Angelica Kauffmann, held at the Gemäldegalerie Berlin.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a woman and man discovering a sleeping boy, identified as Cupid, in a forest. The woman, dressed in white, grasps the man's arm, and they appear surprised. Cupid lies on a blue cloth with a bow and arrow, decorated with flowers, beside him.
Technique & Style
The artist employs chiaroscuro to create depth and drama, focusing attention on the central figures. This technique uses contrasting light and dark to achieve a sense of volume and atmosphere.
Artist & collection
Artist
Maria Anna Angelika Kauffmann, usually known in English as Angelica Kauffman, was a Swiss painter who had a successful career in London and Rome.
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