Cupid Blindfolded and Two Doves (1757 or after)
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(1757 or after) by Giovanni Domenico TiepoloGiovanni Domenico Tiepolo, a master of the Venetian Rococo style, delights viewers with his sketch "Cupid Blindfolded and Two Doves". This evocative work, executed in ink and wash on paper, showcases Tiepolo's delicate yet dynamic touch. The scene captures a moment of enchanting whimsy, central to which is the figure of Cupid, the Roman god of love, depicted blindfolded and in flight. His youthful, cherubic form is executed with a sense of movement and grace that is both immediate and striking.Adding to the mythical atmosphere are two doves, symbolizing love and peace, soaring alongside Cupid. The composition, with its swirling lines and expressive forms, creates a sense of airy buoyance. The blindfold on Cupid suggests love’s often arbitrary and unseeing nature, emphasizing the unpredictability of affection and attraction.This drawing, while a study, encapsulates the lyrical and romantic spirit representative of Tiepolo's broader oeuvre. It invites viewers to contemplate the lighter, more impulsive aspects of love, guided by the whimsical hand of a blindfolded deity.
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Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo (August 30, 1727 – March 3, 1804) was an Italian painter and printmaker in etching. He was the son of artist Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and elder brother of Lorenzo Baldissera Tiepolo.