François-Edouard Picot

French, 1786 - 1868

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This painting depicts a nighttime scene with a couple on a bed in a dark room illuminated by a strong beam of light. A figure in a hooded cloak with a lantern leans over them, while another figure at the foot of the bed holds a string instrument. The artwork is in the style of Henry Fuseli and features dramatic lighting and expressive emotions.
François-Edouard Picot, Vulcan Discovering Venus and Mars, pen and black ink, black wash and white gouache on brown prepared laid paper; laid down, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2000.60.1

Vulcan Discovering Venus and Mars

François-Edouard Picot · pen and black ink, black wash and white gouache on brown prepared laid paper; laid down ·  Accession ID  2000.60.1
The image depicts two figures on a circular bed. One figure is reclining on their back, eyes closed, while the other figure is perched above, reaching outward. The figure above has curly hair and wings. Both figures are unclothed, and the scene is dimly lit. The bed is elevated with soft bedding, and there is a bedpost with a small figurine on top. The setting suggests an intimate space with rich textures and dark tones.
François-Edouard Picot, Cupid with Psyche Extinguishing the Lamp, pen and black ink with brown and gray wash and white heightening on brown prepared laid paper, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 2000.60.2

Cupid with Psyche Extinguishing the Lamp

François-Edouard Picot · pen and black ink with brown and gray wash and white heightening on brown prepared laid paper ·  Accession ID  2000.60.2