Cupid Riding a Dolphin by Peter Paul Rubens

Cupid Riding a Dolphin 1636

peterpaulrubens

Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Brussels, Belgium

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

possibly oil pastel

oil painting

fluid art

neo expressionist

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

mythology

painting painterly

watercolor

"Cupid Riding a Dolphin" is a small oil sketch by Peter Paul Rubens, dating back to 1636. The drawing, housed in the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, depicts Cupid, the Roman god of love, riding a dolphin. This sketch, likely a study for a larger composition, showcases Rubens' dynamic and energetic style, characterized by the vibrant colors and the lively portrayal of the mythological figures. Cupid's youthful form and the dolphin's powerful movement create a visually engaging scene that captures the essence of love and the sea.