Diana and Cupid

Pompeo Batoni

Created:
Movement:
1761
Neoclassicism
key Notes:
Neoclassical elegance, Mythological depiction
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Dimensions:
49 x 68 in. (124.5 x 172.7 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
story of the work:

"Diana and Cupid," painted by Pompeo Batoni in 1761, depicts the Roman goddess of the hunt, Diana, alongside Cupid, the god of love, illustrating the interplay between love and nature. The work exemplifies Batoni's mastery of classical themes and his ability to blend mythological subjects with a refined, elegant style characteristic of the Italian Rococo period.

Description of the work:

"Diana and Cupid," painted by Pompeo Batoni in 1761, features the Roman goddess of the hunt, Diana, depicted in a serene pose, accompanied by the playful figure of Cupid, rendered with delicate brushwork and a harmonious color palette. The composition is characterized by its balanced arrangement, soft lighting, and the intricate detailing of the figures' drapery, which enhances the overall sense of elegance and intimacy in the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Diana and Cupid