Venus Giving Nectar to Cupid 1723 - 1797

"Venus Giving Nectar to Cupid" is a 18th-century etching by French artist Pierre François Basan. The image depicts Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, reclining on a cloud while offering nectar to Cupid, the Roman god of love, from a goblet. A pair of cherubs are positioned behind Venus. This print is from the series *Suite du Cabinet de M. de Préfontaine*, and is a fine example of Rococo style, characterized by its delicate lines, playful subjects, and emphasis on elegance and grace. The etching is currently located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.