Copy of Raphael's Cherub 1858

Gustave Moreau's "Copy of Raphael's Cherub" is an 1858 oil on canvas painting that showcases the artist's admiration for the High Renaissance master Raphael. This copy of a cherub from a Raphael work exhibits Moreau's meticulous attention to detail and his ability to capture the ethereal beauty of the original. The cherub, a symbol of innocence and purity, stands gracefully with a soft, ethereal light highlighting its youthful form. The painting currently resides in the Musée National Gustave Moreau in Paris, France.