Couples in Art

A visually rich exploration of love and partnership as portrayed in art throughout history. Drawing from the extensive collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the book showcases a diverse array of artworks spanning over five millennia, including pieces from ancient Egyptian, medieval, Renaissance, Asian, Islamic, Hindu, modern, and contemporary cultures.

The volume features works by renowned artists such as Fra Filippo Lippi, Hans Memling, Édouard Manet, John Singer Sargent, and Marc Chagall, alongside lesser-known and anonymous creations. These artworks depict couples in various contexts—romantic, religious, domestic, and erotic—highlighting the universal nature of human connection.