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Mythology & Putti

Mythology & Putti

Dance of Cupids

c.1515-20

Engraving | RCIN 851881

An engraving after a design traditionally ascribed to Raphael. Second state. With Salamanca's address at lower right. See RCIN 851880 for a first state impression and comment on the composition.
  • Added to the Prince Consort's Raphael Collection (c.1853-76)