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Cupid Among Roses, or Love the Sentinel, c. 1775 (oil on canvas)
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Cupid Among Roses, or Love the Sentinel, c. 1775 (oil on canvas)
HEH416427 Cupid Among Roses, or Love the Sentinel, c.1775 (oil on canvas) by Fragonard, Jean-Honore (1732-1806); 54.6x45.1 cm; Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CA, USA; eHuntington Art Collections; eHuntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens; French, out of copyright
Media ID 23160026
© Huntington Art Collections Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens / Bridgeman Images
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In this oil on canvas painting titled "Cupid Among Roses, or Love the Sentinel". Jean-Honoré Fragonard transports us to a world of love and enchantment. The artwork, created around 1775, showcases the artist's mastery in capturing delicate emotions and intricate details. At the center of the composition stands Cupid, the mischievous god of love. With his golden bow and arrow in hand, he playfully guards over a lush rose bush that surrounds him. The vibrant pink flowers symbolize passion and romance while adding a touch of ethereal beauty to the scene. Fragonard's rococo style is evident through his meticulous attention to detail, seen in every stroke of paint that brings life to each petal and leaf. The oval gilt frame further enhances the elegance and grandeur of this masterpiece. The nudity depicted by Cupid adds an element of vulnerability and innocence as he stands amidst nature's splendor. His presence reminds us that love can be both powerful yet fragile at its core. Displayed at Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens in San Marino, California, this painting continues to captivate viewers with its timeless portrayal of love's allure. It serves as a reminder that even amidst chaos or uncertainty, love remains steadfast - like Cupid himself among roses - forever guarding our hearts with his arrows of affection.
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