The Blindfolding of Cupid after 1797

George Romney created "The Blindfolding of Cupid" using pen and brown ink, a medium that allows for fluid lines and delicate shading. The thinness of the ink creates a sense of lightness, almost as if the scene were a fleeting vision. See how Romney uses quick, repetitive strokes to build up form, particularly in the drapery and the figures' contours. The quality of the lines, ranging from firm outlines to sketchier internal details, suggest a process of continuous adjustment and refinement. This drawing exemplifies the artist's ability to work with the simplest of means to capture the essence of a scene, emphasizing the importance of drawing as a fundamental practice in the development of artistic ideas. It’s a reminder that the most profound statements can often come from the simplest tools, elevating the status of drawing from a mere preliminary exercise to a work of art in its own right.