Artwork
The Story of Cupid and Psyche
The Story of Cupid and Psyche is an unspecified painting by Jacopo da Sellaio. It dates from 1477 and is held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum.
About this work
Overview
The Story of Cupid and Psyche is a painting created by Jacopo del Sellaio around 1477. It is an example of early Renaissance art from Florence, Italy.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a scene from the mythological tale of Cupid and Psyche, drawn from classical mythology. Multiple figures are shown in a landscape, engaged in various activities, illustrating a narrative from ancient sources.
Technique & Style
The work reflects the influence of Sellaio's contemporaries, including the style of Fra Filippo Lippi, with whom he trained. The painting is characterized by its detailed and colorful rendering of figures, landscape, and architectural elements.
History & Provenance
The painting is now held in the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum. Sellaio was active in Florence during the early Renaissance, a period marked by eclectic artistic styles.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jacopo del Sellaio (1441/42–1493) was an Italian painter of the early Renaissance, active in his native Florence.
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