Cupid Balancing on a Globe 1533

"Cupid Balancing on a Globe" is a 1533 engraving by the German artist Master HL. The print shows a winged Cupid, a representation of love, standing with one foot on a globe, while the other foot rests on the head of a figure below. The scene is framed by a landscape and a large, swirling cloud. The print's small size (11.9 x 6.8 cm) and intricate detail are characteristic of Master HL's work. The engraving likely explores the concept of love's powerful and potentially overwhelming nature. Master HL's work often featured themes of mythology and allegory, and his unique style of engraving reflected the artistic trends of the early 16th century.