Venus Clipping Cupid's Wings, first plate 1869 - 1870

"Venus Clipping Cupid's Wings," a black and white etching by Camille Corot, depicts the mythological scene of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, clipping the wings of Cupid, the god of desire, as a way to control his power. The image is drawn with delicate lines, capturing the softness and grace of the figures while also conveying a sense of drama and tension. The artwork is a perfect example of Corot's style, blending realism and romanticism through the use of light and shadow, and is a testament to the enduring power of mythology in art.