{"product_id":"cupid-and-psyche-william-adolphe-bouguereau","title":"Cupid and Psyche - William-Adolphe Bouguereau","description":"\u003cp\u003eA classic 1890 oil painting by William-Adolphe Bouguereau depicting the mythological figures of Cupid and Psyche in a tender embrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam-Adolphe Bouguereau, a leading figure of the French Academic tradition, painted this work in 1890. It depicts the mythological figures of Cupid and Psyche as children, a common motif in his later career. The composition focuses on the tender interaction between the two, with Cupid bestowing a kiss upon Psyche. Bouguereau employs his characteristic smooth brushwork and precise anatomical rendering to create a soft, porcelain-like quality to the skin of the figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are positioned atop a cloud, draped in a deep blue cloth that provides a contrast to the pale flesh tones. Cupid is shown with feathered wings, while Psyche possesses butterfly wings, referencing the classical myth where she is often associated with the butterfly as a symbol of the soul. The background is a soft, atmospheric sky, which keeps the attention fixed on the central embrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBouguereau was highly regarded during his lifetime for his technical proficiency and his ability to idealise the human form. This work reflects the late nineteenth-century interest in classical themes, presented with a polished finish that was the hallmark of the Académie des Beaux-Arts. The painting avoids harsh lines, favouring instead a gentle transition of light and shadow, known as sfumato, to model the forms. The result is a scene of quiet intimacy, characteristic of the artist's approach to mythological subjects, where he sought to balance classical rigour with a sentimental, accessible aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"William-Adolphe Bouguereau","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841195905359,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841205408079,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841205440847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841205473615,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58841205506383,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Cupid-and-Psyche_Poster_CompositorV1_1789993173111.jpg?v=1789993950","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/de\/products\/cupid-and-psyche-william-adolphe-bouguereau","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}