Vignet met Amor die pijl schiet met boog 1766 - 1831

This etching, created by Dutch poet and artist Willem Bilderdijk between 1766 and 1831, depicts the Roman god Cupid drawing his bow and arrow. The small-scale work, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Bilderdijk’s versatility as an artist. His detailed linework captures Cupid's youthful form with precision, highlighting the tension of the moment just before release. This vignette, a small, intricately detailed composition, reflects the classical themes that often inspired Bilderdijk's artistic practice.