Loggia of Cupid and Psyche: Wedding Banquet and Council of the Gods

These two large-scale scenes depict the resolution of the myth of Cupid and Psyche, showing the gods assembled on clouds and a grand feast celebrating the couple's union. The panels are framed by thick, lush garlands of fruits, vegetables, and flowers that create a sense of looking through an outdoor trellis. Dozens of Olympian deities are visible, including Jupiter with his eagle, Mercury with his caduceus, and Venus.

This cycle is a central visual representation of the Neoplatonic allegory of the Soul (Psyche) through trials to reach Divine Love (Cupid), a theme deeply tied to the philosophical circles of Renaissance Rome. It draws on the narrative found in Apuleius, emphasizing the soul's ascent and eventual deification through love.