Difference between revisions of "Antonio Canova"
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| − | In 1802, by special request of Napoleon I, he went to Paris and modelled a colossal figure of the emperor, holding a Victory in his hand (Apsley House, London). His "Bust of Napoleon" is in the Corcoran Gallery, Washington. [http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/03298b.htm] | + | In 1802, by special request of [[Napoleon| Napoleon I]], he went to Paris and modelled a colossal figure of the emperor, holding a Victory in his hand (Apsley House, London). His "Bust of Napoleon" is in the Corcoran Gallery, Washington. [http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/03298b.htm] |
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Canova sculpted also, among many others, his well-known ''Three Graces'' from 1812 to 1816. | Canova sculpted also, among many others, his well-known ''Three Graces'' from 1812 to 1816. | ||
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== See also == | == See also == | ||
Revision as of 15:34, November 4, 2008
Antonio Canova ( 1757 - 1822) was an Italian sculptor. He is best known for his sculpture of "Pauline Bonaparte", 1805 to 1808. Other works included the tombs of popes Clement XIV (1783 – 87) and Clement XIII (1787 – 92).
Pauline Bonaparte (1805-1808) at Borghese Gallery.
In 1802, by special request of Napoleon I, he went to Paris and modelled a colossal figure of the emperor, holding a Victory in his hand (Apsley House, London). His "Bust of Napoleon" is in the Corcoran Gallery, Washington. [1]
Canova sculpted also, among many others, his well-known Three Graces from 1812 to 1816.
Three Graces.
Psyche and Cupid.
