Allegory of Love, Cupid and Psyche
1798 Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
About this artwork
This oil painting depicts the mythological figures of Cupid and Psyche in a somber, intimate setting. It is part of the collection held at the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya.
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While Francisco Goya is often associated with the dark, psychological themes of his Black Paintings, his earlier work frequently engaged with classical mythology. This piece demonstrates his mastery of light and shadow, capturing a tender yet mysterious interaction between the two gods that predates his later, more macabre explorations of human nature.
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Allegory of Love, Cupid and Psyche
Francisco Goya, 1798
