Artwork
Eros and Psyche
Eros and Psyche is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Jean-Claude-Richard, Abbé de Saint-Non. It dates from 1766 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Eros and Psyche is a print created by Jean-Claude-Richard, Abbé de Saint-Non in 1766, utilizing etching and aquatint techniques on laid paper with brown ink.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts the mythological scene of Eros (Greek god of love) embracing Psyche (a mortal princess), with Psyche gazing up at Eros with a subdued expression, conveying an intimate moment between the two figures.
Technique & Style
The artwork combines etching for line work and aquatint for subtle, velvety shading, achieved through a two-step printing process. The soft brown ink and gentle gradations allow for a play of light across the figures against a plain background.
History & Provenance
Created in 1766 by Jean-Claude-Richard, Abbé de Saint-Non, the print is currently part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art in Washington.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean-Claude-Richard, Abbé de Saint-Non
Saint-Non, Jean-Claude-Richard, Abbé de (1727–1791) was an artist.
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