Eros Collection (#4)

Dido and Aeneas, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool)
XOS5886546 Dido and Aeneas, 1679 (tapestry weave: silk and wool) by Romanelli, Giovanni Francesco (Il Viterbese) (1610-62); Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Piccadilly Circus, London, England, UK. Circa 1980's

Zephyra and Flora, 1713-1726 (marble sculpture)
7422986 Zephyra and Flora, 1713-1726 (marble sculpture) by Fremin, Rene (1672-1744); Musee et Domaine National de Versailles et de Trianon, Versailles, France; (add.info.: Zephyr and Flora)

The birth of the Dauphin 22 August 1781, 1782 (oil on canvas)
905707 The birth of the Dauphin 22 August 1781, 1782 (oil on canvas) by Menageot, Francois Guillaume (1744-1816); 60.2 x 77.5 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Bathsheba (oil on canvas)
8376035 Bathsheba (oil on canvas) by Thys, Peter (Thyssen or Thijs) (1624-1677); 197.5x242.7 cm; Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Antonio Corsi, model for Eros statue
Antonio Corsi, well-known male model, famous for posing for the statue of Eros at Piccadilly Circus. Date: 1909

Bacchus and Ariadne (oil on canvas)
3930881 Bacchus and Ariadne (oil on canvas) by Akerstrom, Jonas (1759-95); 76.5x61 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info)

Whoever you are, Here is your Master (Love, the Conqueror) (oil on canvas)
CH402334 Whoever you are, Here is your Master (Love, the Conqueror) (oil on canvas) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); 99.8x160 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

A group of hippies in Piccadilly Circus, London. 15th August 1969

A wet and busy Piccadilly Circus, London, United Kingdom, at night. The traffic passes round the semi boarded up statue of Eros, passing the illuminated neon lit advertisments featuring Skol Lager

L Amour et Psyche(Amor and Psyche), 1889. Creator: Bouguereau
L Amour et Psyche (Amor and Psyche), 1889. Private Collection

Salmacis and Hermaphrodite, from Game of Mythology (Jeu de la Mythologie), 1644

Eros and Psyche
A statue showing the love between Psyche and Eros (Cupid)

Piccadilly Circus - The Hub of the Universe: The Centre of the World, 1900, (1933). The busy thoroughfare in Westminster, London, with horse-drawn traffic

The Story of Psyche, 1908. Artist: Maurice Denis
The Story of Psyche, 1908. (Panel 1. Eros is Struck by Psyches Beauty). Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St Petersburg

Venus and Cupid, 1906. Creator: Jost Ammon
Venus and Cupid, 1906. From " Chats on Old Prints", by Arthur Hayden. [T. Fisher Unwin, London, 1906]

Cupid and Psyche embrace each other. Found in the collection of Nivaagaards Malerisamling

Cupid and Psyche, before 1805. Artist: Lagrenee, Louis-Jean-Francois (1725-1805)
Cupid and Psyche, before 1805. Found in the collection of the Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Piccadilly Circus London Victorian period

The garden, Herstmonceaux Castle, East Sussex, from The English Country House (b/w photo)
CLF306252 The garden, Herstmonceaux Castle, East Sussex, from The English Country House (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Underground work at Piccadilly station after the removal of the Eros statue. Service shaft being sunk here into the foundation which enables workmen to descend into the underground station

Eros, Piccadilly Circus
Before the sculpture of Eros was moved. Depicted is a scene from Piccadilly circus in which the sculpture can be seen in the background

Eros Statue removal
The statue of Eros, which for years stood high above the gaiety of Piccadilly Circus with bended bow, moved to the County Hall

2nd Century BC Acropolis Altar Ancient Age Antiquity
2nd, century, BC, Acropolis, altar, ancient, age, antiquity, Aphrodite, Architecture, Art, Asia, Minor, battle, Berlin, death, Detail, Dione, Eros, Eumenes, II, Soter, fate, fight, fighter, Frieze

Photograph taken from Piccadilly Circus towards Shaftesbury Avenue, showing the corner of London Pavilion and on the far left Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, popularly known as Eros, Date: 1890s

Worth designs: Grey mantle with a heavy border of fur; dress with a train, narrow straps, uneven hemline & tassels or pendant motifs on the bodice & skirt. Date: 1924

Imaginary renaissance palace, 1602 (oil on canvas)
7412459 Imaginary renaissance palace, 1602 (oil on canvas) by Aerts, Hendrick (1570-1628); 93--127.5 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: by Hendrick Aerts)

The Dream of the Doctor, 1496-1500 (engraving)
7414925 The Dream of the Doctor, 1496-1500 (engraving) by Durer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); 19--12.1 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: by Albrecht Durer)

Preparations for the Banquet of the Gods for the Wedding of Cupid and Psyche, detail, 1528-30 (fresco)
7413401 Preparations for the Banquet of the Gods for the Wedding of Cupid and Psyche, detail, 1528-30 (fresco) by Romano, Giulio (also Pippi, Giulio) (1483-1520); Palazzo del Te, Mantua

Study For Pygmalion And Galatea, c. 1797 (chalk on paper)
6041274 Study For Pygmalion And Galatea, c.1797 (chalk on paper) by Gauffier, Louis (1761-1801); 18.1x24.5 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; © Manchester Art Gallery

Amor and Psyche, photo 1920s (sculpture)
2843444 Amor and Psyche, photo 1920s (sculpture) by Canova, Antonio (1757-1822); (add.info.: The famous sculpture Amor and Psyche by the Italian sculptur Antonio Canova made in 1793)

The Death of Dido, 1650-66 (oil on canvas)
7210228 The Death of Dido, 1650-66 (oil on canvas) by Guercino (Giovanni Francesco Barbieri) (1591-1666) (after); 107x145 cm; Manchester Art Gallery

Poet's Inspiration, 1785 (oil on canvas) by Mariano Rossi
Arkhangelsk Cathedral Museum, Moscow, Russia (Photo by Art Images via Getty Images)

Venus, two satyrs and Cupid, 1587-88 (oil on canvas)
7146888 Venus, two satyrs and Cupid, 1587-88 (oil on canvas) by Carracci, Annibale (1560-1609); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Venus, two satyrs and Cupid, 1587-88)

Amore Attis, circa 1440 (bronze)
7146243 Amore Attis, circa 1440 (bronze) by Donatello, (c.1386-1466); Museo Nazionale del Bargello, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Amore Attis, circa 1440, Donatello, bronze, Bargello museum)

Sacred and profane love, 1602, (painting)
7129421 Sacred and profane love, 1602, (painting) by Baglione, Giovanni (1571-1644); Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Sacred and profane love, 1602, Giovanni Baglione)

Venus, a satyr and two lovers, 1645-50 circa, Francesco de Rosa, known as Pacecco (oil on canvas)
7064274 Venus, a satyr and two lovers, 1645-50 circa, Francesco de Rosa, known as Pacecco (oil on canvas) by Rosa, Francesco de (Pacecco) (c.1600-54); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania

Venus and Adonis, before 1585, Luca Cambiaso (oil on canvas)
7064241 Venus and Adonis, before 1585, Luca Cambiaso (oil on canvas) by Cambiaso, Luca (1527-85); Museo di Capodimonte, Naples, Campania, Italy; (add.info.: Venus and Adonis, before 1585)

Statue of Eros or Thanatos (marble)
2561920 Statue of Eros or Thanatos (marble) by Roman; Musei Capitolini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Antonine copy after a 4th century BC original); Photo © Stefano Baldini

Statue of Venus Felix, c. 170 (marble)
3362276 Statue of Venus Felix, c.170 (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); (add.info.: Dedicated by Sallustia and Helpidus to Venus Felix); Photo © Stefano Baldini

Sleeping Eros, mid 2nd century AD, (marble)
7146475 Sleeping Eros, mid 2nd century AD, (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Sleeping Eros, mid 2nd century AD, roman art, lunense marble)

Group with Cupid and Psyche, 150-200 AD (marble)
7146647 Group with Cupid and Psyche, 150-200 AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Group with Cupid and Psyche, 150-200 AD, roman art)

Statuette of Cupid, 1st/2nd century AD (marble)
7146639 Statuette of Cupid, 1st/2nd century AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Statuette of Cupid, 1st/2nd century AD, roman art)

Venus and Cupids, 17th century (oil on canvas)
7129558 Venus and Cupids, 17th century (oil on canvas) by Albani, Francesco (1578-1660); Palazzo Corsini, Gallerie Nazionali Barberini Corsini, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Venus and Cupids)

Sleeping Cupid, 1608, (painting)
7130019 Sleeping Cupid, 1608, (painting) by Caravaggio, Michelangelo Merisi da (1571-1610); Palazzo Pitti, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Sleeping Cupid, 1608, Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio)

Eros, 2nd century (sculpture)
7129801 Eros, 2nd century (sculpture) by Lysippos (fl.370-310 BC) (after); Museo Nazionale Romano, Rome, Italy; (add.info.: Eros, after an original by Lysippos, 2nd century AD)

Cupid with a bow, mid 2nd century AD (marble)
7146872 Cupid with a bow, mid 2nd century AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Cupid with a bow, mid 2nd century AD, marble)

Statue of Venus with Cupid holding a torch, 140-160 AD (marble)
7146196 Statue of Venus with Cupid holding a torch, 140-160 AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

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In the heart of London's bustling Piccadilly Circus, a timeless symbol of love and desire stands tall. Eros, also known as Cupid, gazes down upon the vibrant city streets with his bow at the ready. This iconic statue, created by Alfred Gilbert in 1893, has become an emblematic figure of passion and romance. As night falls over Piccadilly Circus, the neon lights illuminate the surrounding area in a mesmerizing display. The energy is palpable as people from all walks of life gather beneath Eros' watchful eye, and is here that dreams are born and destinies intertwine. One cannot help but be captivated by this enchanting scene - a fusion of history and modernity. The image evokes nostalgia for simpler times when children would eagerly search for Father Christmas amidst the hustle and bustle of Matania's artwork. The presence reminds us that love knows no boundaries or time periods. Whether it be depicted in ancient Greek statues like Aphrodite or portrayed through masterpieces such as Canova's "Eros and Psyche, " love transcends generations. Piccadilly Circus itself holds countless stories within its very core. From its heyday in the 1950s to its enduring popularity today, it remains an iconic landmark that continues to draw visitors from around the world. So next time you find yourself wandering through London's vibrant streets, take a moment to pause beneath Eros' gaze. Let his arrow guide you towards your own personal journey of love and discovery – for he is not just an angel of Christian charity but also a symbol reminding us to embrace our desires with open hearts.