Plaster Cupid

"Plaster Cupid," painted by Paul Cézanne in 1894, depicts a plaster sculpture of Cupid, reflecting the artist's interest in form and the interplay of light and shadow. This work is significant within Cézanne's oeuvre as it exemplifies his exploration of still life and the transition towards modernism, influencing subsequent generations of artists in their approach to composition and color.

"Plaster Cupid," painted by Paul Cézanne in 1894, depicts a sculptural representation of Cupid rendered in a palette dominated by muted earth tones and soft pastels. The composition emphasizes the interplay of light and shadow, with Cézanne's characteristic brushwork creating a sense of volume and depth, while the figure is set against a loosely defined background that enhances its three-dimensionality.