The subject is taken from ludovico ariosto's 16th-century romantic epic "orlando furioso. " the princess angelica and the infantryman medoro are depicted on their honeymoon, celebrating their love by carving each other's names into trees. Here, the two are amorously entwined while medoro writes his beloved's name. Flying cupids with a torch allude to their burning love, while the little cupid below spells out their names. This subject was much favored by painters of the 18th century because of its pastoral and erotic nature. Object Type: painting. Date: between circa 1720 and circa 1750 (Baroque). Place of creation: Rome, Italy. Dimensions: Painted surface height: 49.7 cm (19.5 in); width: 37.2 cm (14.6 in). Medium: oil on canvas. Collection: Walters Art Museum. Michele Rocca - Angelica and Medoro - Walters 37414
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