Love Disarmed 1885

"Love Disarmed" (1885) by William Bouguereau depicts a tender moment between Cupid, the Roman god of love, and a young woman. The woman, possibly Venus, is kneeling and gently restraining Cupid, who holds his bow and arrow. Cupid's innocence and the woman's calm demeanor suggest the calming power of love, a theme common in Bouguereau's work. The painting's realism and attention to detail are characteristic of the Academic style, which emphasized classical ideals and precise technique. This private collection artwork showcases Bouguereau's mastery of portraying emotion through delicate gestures and expressive faces.