When Antonio Canova (1757-1822) arrived in Rome, he had to start all over with establishing a reputation, the same as he did during his early period in Venice. The work described in this article is what put the Neoclassical artist on the map in Italy’s capital. Let’s take a closer at some of the most …
Even though Antonio Canova (1757-1822) is considered to be one of the most famous Neoclassical artists in history, he managed to develop his style. This was a unique mix of the cold and austere works from antiquity and the dramatic works created by Baroque artists. This unique approach turned him into one of the most …
A very popular theme among historical artists is a collection of 3 female figures from Greek Mythology. These are referred to as the “Charites” or “Graces” and have been both painted and sculpted numerous times. Let’s take a closer look at “The Three Graces” by Antonio Canova (1757-1822), some of the most impressive works in …
One of the most fascinating sculptures in the oeuvre of Antonio Canova depicts the sister of one of the most famous people in French history, Napoleon Bonaparte. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the most interesting facts about Venus Victrix, a remarkable work of art created by one of the …
One of the most amazing artworks created by Italian Neoclassical artist Antonio Canova is somewhat of a contradiction of his own style. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at Psyche Revived by Cupid’s Kiss, an extraordinary sculpture! 1. It was originally commissioned by a Welsh politician This magnificent marble sculpture was created by …
This Italian Neoclassical artist can easily be described as one of the most renowned sculptors of this art movement. By the end of the 18th century, he was the most sought-after artist in Europe and he created sculptures for some of the most famous people in history. His sculptures have been described as being void …