Cupid Carving His Bow
Sculpture by François Duquesnoy / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Dear Wikiwand AI, let's keep it short by simply answering these key questions:
Can you list the top facts and stats about Cupid Carving His Bow?
Summarize this article for a 10 year old
SHOW ALL QUESTIONS
Cupid Carving His Bow is a marble sculpture by the Flemish artist François Duquesnoy. The sculpture might be the first notable work in marble by Duquesnoy.[1] According to Estelle Lingo: "The significance that the infant putto held for Duquesnoy's vision of the Greek style is demonstrated most clearly by the Cupid carving his bow."[2]
Quick Facts Cupid Carving His Bow, Artist ...
Cupid Carving His Bow | |
---|---|
Artist | François Duquesnoy |
Year | Before 1629 |
Type | Sculpture |
Medium | Marble |
Dimensions | 75 cm (29.5 in) |
Location | Bode Museum, Berlin |
Coordinates | 52°31′19″N 13°23′41″E |
Close
The sculpture was badly damaged during World War II, when it was shot in the head and broke into several pieces. It is currently housed at the Bode Museum in Berlin.