Allegory of the Power of Love, with a man at center embracing a semi-naked woman, who is bound to a tree by Cupid 1480 - 1535

"Allegory of the Power of Love" is a 16th-century drawing by Cristofano di Michele Martini, also known as Il Robetta. This detailed pen and ink work depicts a scene of love and passion, with a man and a woman embracing in the center of the composition. Cupid, the god of love, binds the woman to a tree with a rope, symbolizing the powerful and sometimes overwhelming nature of love. The drawing's intricate details and realistic depiction of the human form highlight Robetta's mastery of Renaissance style, making this a captivating artwork that continues to resonate with viewers today.