Erotes Collection

Cupids Riding Dolphin Chariots, 1st Century AD (fresco)
REV130940 Cupids Riding Dolphin Chariots, 1st Century AD (fresco); Louvre, Paris, France.

Salmacis and Hermaphrodite, from Game of Mythology (Jeu de la Mythologie), 1644

Cupid Blindfolded by Venus (oil on canvas)
3960008 Cupid Blindfolded by Venus (oil on canvas) by Titian (Tiziano Vecelli) (c.1488-1576) (after); 110.5 x 177 cm; Kunstmuseum, Basel, Switzerland; (add.info.: Venus)

Statue of Hermaphroditus, Greek god of unions, androgyny, marriage, sexuality, prone on a bed
5323798 Statue of Hermaphroditus, Greek god of unions, androgyny, marriage, sexuality, prone on a bed by David, Francois-Anne (1741-1824); (add.info.: Statue of Hermaphroditus, Greek god of unions)

Marble sarcophagus with flying erotes holding a clipeus portrait, c. 190-200 AD (marble)
3526102 Marble sarcophagus with flying erotes holding a clipeus portrait, c.190-200 AD (marble) by Roman, (2nd century AD); 45.1x179.1x53.3 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Bronze mirror with a support in the form of a draped woman, mid 5th century B. C. (bronze)
3615945 Bronze mirror with a support in the form of a draped woman, mid 5th century B.C. (bronze) by Greek, (5th century BC); 40.4 high cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Marble sarcophagus with garlands, c. 200-225 AD (marble)
3526087 Marble sarcophagus with garlands, c.200-225 AD (marble) by Roman, (3rd century AD); 134.6x223.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Pair of ear pendants with Erotes, 2nd-1st century BC (gold, garnet)
1070595 Pair of ear pendants with Erotes, 2nd-1st century BC (gold, garnet) by Greek, (2nd-1st century BC); 4.6 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; Museum League Purchase Funds

Cupids, Dolphins and Sealife from Utique, North Africa (mosaic)
XIR130938 Cupids, Dolphins and Sealife from Utique, North Africa (mosaic) by Roman, (4th century AD); Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Love Playing with Dolphins; ); out of copyright

Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus. Wedding of Poseidon and Amphi
Roman Art. Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus or A?u?Statue Base of Marcus AntoniusA?u?, relief freize of a monumental statue group base

Altar of Domitius. Detail. Ca. 150 BC
Altar of Domitius. At the base is depicting the wedding of Poseidon and Amphitrite. Ca. 150 BC. Detail of the nuptial courtship with a Nereid on a hippocampus bringing a present and winged erotes

Roman Art. Marble sarcophagus with garlands. Ca. 200-225
Roman Art. Marble sarcophagus with garlands of oak leaves supported by two erotes and four Victories adorn the front and sides. Medusa heads fill the spaces above the garlands. Ca. 200-225

Roman Art. Marble sarcophagus with flying erotes holding a clipeus portrait. At the bottom, the Earth and the Ocean. Dated between 190-200. Severan period. Metropolitan Museum of Art. New York

The Judgement of Paris, 1870 (oil on canvas)
XKH146463 The Judgement of Paris, 1870 (oil on canvas) by Feuerbach, Anselm (1829-80); 228x443 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg

Roman Agriculture
Detail from one of the mosaic panels set in the ambulatory vaulting of the Mausoleum of Santa Costanza, Rome depicting scenes from wine making and harvesting

Treading Grapes C016 / 4220
Detail from one of the mosaic panels set in the ambulatory vaulting of the Mausoleum of Santa Costanza, Rome depicting scenes from wine making and harvesting

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"Erotes: The Divine Symbol of Love and Desire" In the enchanting world of art, the Erotes captivate our imagination with their timeless depiction of love, desire, and union. From Cupid Blindfolded by Venus to the Statue of Hermaphroditus, these masterpieces evoke a sense of passion that transcends time. The oil on canvas painting portrays Cupid blindfolded by his mother Venus, symbolizing how love can often be blind and unpredictable. Meanwhile, the statue of Hermaphroditus represents the Greek god's power over unions, androgyny, marriage, and sexuality as he lies gracefully on a bed. A marble sarcophagus adorned with flying erotes holding a clipeus portrait transports us back to ancient times when these winged beings were believed to protect souls in their journey beyond life. Another marble sarcophagus embellished with garlands further showcases their significance in Roman art. Delicate gold ear pendants featuring Erotes remind us that love is not only an emotion but also an adornment for those who cherish it. A bronze mirror shaped like a draped woman exemplifies how even everyday objects were infused with representations of desire during ancient times. Mosaic artwork from Utique depicts playful cupids frolicking alongside dolphins and sealife—a testament to the omnipresence of love in nature itself. Salmacis and Hermaphrodite from Jeu de la Mythologie tells a tale steeped in mythology about two lovers forever intertwined. The Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus captures Poseidon's wedding to Amphi—an event celebrated through intricate details carved into stone. This altar serves as a reminder that love knows no bounds—reaching even into realms ruled by gods. As we marvel at these artistic wonders spanning centuries, let us remember that they can more than mere symbols; they embody the eternal essence of human connection, passion, and the pursuit of love.