Love in Art

Love in Art by Mary Knight Potter is a comprehensive exploration of the theme of love in art throughout history. The book covers various art forms, including painting, sculpture, and literature, and examines how love has been depicted in each of these mediums. Potter begins by discussing the ancient Greeks and their portrayal of love in art, including the myth of Eros and Psyche. She then moves on to the Renaissance, discussing the works of artists such as Botticelli and Raphael, who depicted love in a more romanticized and idealized form. The book also covers the Baroque period, where love was often depicted in a more dramatic and emotional way, and the Romantic period, where love was often linked to nature and the sublime. Potter also explores how love has been depicted in literature, including the works of Shakespeare and Jane Austen. Throughout the book, Potter provides detailed analysis and interpretation of various works of art, discussing the symbolism and meaning behind each piece. Love in Art is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and the portrayal of love in different cultures and time periods.1898. Illustrated. Contents: Love in Greek Art; Biblical Love Stories; Venus and Cupid; Myths and Fancies; Painters’ Loves; The Goddess of Love and Her Son; Mythologic and Ideal Love Scenes; Love Scenes in Literature; and Wives and Sweethearts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.