Erato, Muse of Lyrical Poetry

1800
(French, 1768–1832)
Overall: 273 x 176 cm (107 1/2 x 69 5/16 in.)
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Erato, the muse of lyric and erotic poetry, is often depicted with a golden arrow received from Eros or Cupid, a sign of the emotion that inspires her.
Erato, Muse of Lyrical Poetry

Erato, Muse of Lyrical Poetry

1800

Charles Meynier

(French, 1768–1832)
France, late 18th-early 19th century

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