Caritas Invenit Vos by Astari Ratu

In the painting Caritas Invenit Vos- “love coming upon you” the unicorn, often a symbol of purity and fantasy, intertwines with Cupid, the mischievous god of desire. This pairing represents love as both an enchanting and elusive force—something magical yet difficult to believe in or grasp, an ideal that exists only in our imaginations. Yet, when love does arrive, it does so with a force as undeniable as Cupid’s arrow, striking when least expected.

The painting’s dimensions, 69×69 cm, add another layer of meaning. The square format suggests balance and equality, yet the specific size nods to the role of sexual attraction in the dance of love. It’s a subtle reminder that physical desire is intertwined with emotional connection, making love a multifaceted experience that is both spiritual and carnal. It acknowledges that while love is also something deeply human, grounded in both emotion and physical attraction”