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Sleeping Shepherdess and Cupid, 1760-1802. Creator: Gilles-Antoine Demarteau
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Sleeping Shepherdess and Cupid, 1760-1802. Creator: Gilles-Antoine Demarteau
Sleeping Shepherdess and Cupid, 1760-1802
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Allegorical Amor Amorini Asleep Cherubim Cupid Gilles Antoine Demarteau Goat Goats Houet Jean Baptiste Huet Jean Baptiste Huet Jean Baptiste I Huet Jean Baptiste Marie Jean Baptiste Houet Jean Baptiste Hüet Jean Baptiste Huet I Jean Baptiste Marie Huet Sheep Shepherdess Sleep Sleeping Allegorical Figure Angelic Cherubs Putti Watercolour Paint
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This exquisite watercolor painting, titled "Sleeping Shepherdess and Cupid" by Gilles-Antoine Demarteau, dates back to the 18th century and is a beautiful representation of the allegorical theme of love and nature. The artwork is believed to have been created between 1760 and 1802, during the Dutch artistic school's peak. The central figure of the painting is a sleeping shepherdess, dressed in simple, rustic attire, lying on a bed of flowers and grass. She is surrounded by a flock of playful goats and sheep, adding to the pastoral scene. In the upper left corner, the mischievous Cupid, the Roman god of love, is depicted as an amorini, or cherub, with a quiver of arrows and a bow. He gazes lovingly at the sleeping shepherdess, ready to strike her with his arrow and awaken her from her slumber. The allegorical figure of Cupid represents the concept of love and desire, while the shepherdess symbolizes innocence and purity. The goats and sheep in the painting represent the fertility and abundance of nature. The use of vibrant colors and delicate brushstrokes adds to the dreamlike quality of the artwork. This watercolor painting, with its intricate details and allegorical significance, is a testament to the artistic skill and creativity of Gilles-Antoine Demarteau. It is a precious addition to the heritage of European art and a reminder of the beauty and richness of the 18th century.
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