Psyche in the Underworld (Psyche Obtaining the Elixir of Beauty from Proserpine) (circa 1735-1739) — Charles-Joseph Natoire
Psyche in the Underworld (Psyche Obtaining the Elixir of Beauty from Proserpine) (circa 1735-1739) is an artwork by Charles-Joseph Natoire. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- Psyche in the Underworld (Psyche Obtaining the Elixir of Beauty from Proserpine) (circa 1735-1739)
- Artist
- Charles-Joseph Natoire (French, 1700 – 1777)
- Subject collection
- Love & goddesses
The mythology behind the named subject
Psyche is a mortal woman loved by Eros, known to the Romans as Cupid. Their story follows separation, difficult tasks imposed by Aphrodite, and eventual reunion when Psyche becomes immortal.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with Psyche in the Underworld (Psyche Obtaining the Elixir of Beauty from Proserpine) (circa 1735-1739)
The portrait composition offers a vertical focal point. Consider a quieter wall beside a reading chair, or a space between windows where the artwork has room around its edges.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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