Cupid Bound is a classical mythological scene that captures the playful spirit of love. In this engraving, the cherubic figure of Cupid is gently restrained by a group of elegant women, surrounded by a lush woodland setting. The women, draped in flowing classical garments, appear to be teasing or playfully capturing the god of love, symbolizing the taming of romantic impulses. Originally painted by Thomas Stothard, known for his romantic and literary subjects, the composition blends grace, movement, and whimsy. E. R. Whitfield’s engraving brings the scene to life with fine detail and soft shading, echoing the neoclassical fascination with mythology and allegory.

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