Youth and Love

Youth and Love depicts a nude young woman walking in a dim, wooded landscape, with a winged cherub perched on her shoulders, his hands resting on her head and arm. A teal-green drapery wraps around her and trails behind her, while warm skin tones contrast with the dark, atmospheric background and mossy ground. The painting exemplifies Bouguereau’s refined Academic style, with flawless, smooth skin, precise anatomy, and soft, luminous modeling that creates a serene, idealized mood.