- Bertel Thorvaldsen 1770-1844
Cupid and Erato
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Location
- A343
Explanation
- In Greek mythology, Erato is the one of the nine Muses who inspires song, dance and erotic poetry.
Motif / Theme
- Human > God > Erotes > Eros / Cupid
- Human > Goddess > Muse > Erato
- General Subject > Greek and Roman mythology
Dimension
- Diameter 56.5 cm
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- Bequest from Bertel Thorvaldsen
- March 24, 1844