Lorenzo Loli

Italian, 1612 - 1690

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The image shows a cherub-like figure lying stretched out on their stomach. The figure's head is turned to the side, with curly hair framing their face. Prominent wings extend gracefully from the figure's back. The figure appears nude, with detailed shading emphasizing the body contours. There are no visible objects or jewelry. The background consists of soft, flowing lines suggesting a natural landscape with trees or shrubs and a clear sky, enclosed in an oval frame.
Lorenzo Loli, Sleeping Cupid, c. 1640, etching on laid paper, Gift of Bert Freidus, 2002.89.1

Sleeping Cupid

Lorenzo Loli · c. 1640 · etching on laid paper ·  Accession ID  2002.89.1