Temptation 1845 - 1855

"Temptation" (1845-1855), a lithograph by Célestin Nanteuil (1813-1873), depicts a woman sleeping under a tree, seemingly unaware of two cherubs attempting to tempt her with offerings. The shadowy scene, rendered in black and white, evokes a sense of mystery and intrigue. The woman's relaxed posture and the cherubs' mischievous expressions suggest the allure of temptation. The artwork, now in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a testament to Nanteuil's skill in capturing the complexities of human nature through artistic expression.