Psyche Wandering, plate 28 from Cupid and Psyche 1880
maxklinger
theartinstituteofchicago
drawing, print, etching, paper
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photo of handprinted image
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drawing
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toned paper
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germany
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ink paper printed
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etching
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old engraving style
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wood background
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culinary art
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paper
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linocut print
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watercolour illustration
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natural palette
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botanical art
"Psyche Wandering" is a plate from Max Klinger's series *Cupid and Psyche* created in 1880. This etching depicts a scene from the Greek myth, where Psyche is shown wandering through a landscape while a group of women gather around a spring. The etching, framed by a decorative border, features a detailed and evocative depiction of the natural world, illustrating Klinger's signature use of symbolism and allegory. The Art Institute of Chicago houses this captivating piece of art.
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