Psyche Revived by Love’s Kiss

Name: Psyche Revived by Love’s Kiss

Date: 1787

Location: The Louvre in Paris, France

Approximate Dimensions: 155 cm height

Sculptor: Antonio Canova

Medium: white marble

Picture taken by Chris Carter

Sources of info: a placard in the Louvre,

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cupid,

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Psyche_Revived_by_Cupid%27s_Kiss

Significance of the work:

In this sculpture Cupid bears the wings and quiver. He is also youthful. This work is most significant in that it depicts one of the most important moments from the tale of Cupid and Psyche. It is a neoclassical work. It points out the period’s interest in emotion and love. The scene depicts Cupid awakening Psyche with a kiss. After having completed her final task given by Venus, she is overcome with sleep. Cupid’s kiss awakens her to new day. This sculpture shows the moment right after Psyche awakens. It is a good example of the passion and romance shared between the two immortals.