Cupid Sharpening His Arrows 1770

"Cupid Sharpening His Arrows" is a 1770 etching by French artist Pierre Charles Lévesque. This artwork, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts the Roman god of love, Cupid, meticulously sharpening one of his arrows on a grinding wheel. The image is a classic example of Rococo-era art, with its focus on playful charm and whimsical details. The piece is a reminder of Cupid's power to inspire both love and pain, as he prepares his arrows for use. This black and white artwork showcases Lévesque's mastery of detail, highlighting the figure of Cupid and his tools in a stark yet evocative manner.