Psyche pruned to Heaven by Love by Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Psyche pruned to Heaven by Love 

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comic strip sketch

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light pencil work

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pencil sketch

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roman-mythology

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sketchwork

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ink drawing experimentation

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sketch

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mythology

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"Psyche Pruned to Heaven by Love" is a black and white etching by the renowned Italian artist Giovanni Battista Piranesi, created sometime in the 18th century. Piranesi is best known for his architectural etchings, particularly his depictions of the ruins of ancient Rome. In this work, he showcases a classical figure of Psyche, a mythological figure who embodies the soul, ascending to Heaven with the assistance of three cherubs. The detailed lines and use of shadow create a sense of depth and movement, capturing the ethereal quality of the subject.

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