Cupid Releasing Two Doves 1798

In Benjamin West's 1798 painting, *Cupid Releasing Two Doves*, the Roman god of love, Cupid, is depicted releasing two doves from his hand. The doves, symbols of peace and love, fly upwards as Cupid holds a ribbon in his raised hand. The painting is a neoclassical work that reflects the artist's interest in classical mythology. West was known for his historical and religious subjects, and this painting demonstrates his skill in portraying the human form and depicting emotion.