Antonio Canova Decorative Objects
Italian, 1757-1822
Antonio Canova was an Italian Neoclassical sculptor, famous for his marble sculptures. Often regarded as the greatest of the Neoclassical artiststo
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Creator: Antonio Canova
Bronze Sculpture after A. Canova, P. Bonaparte as Venus Victrix, Paris, 20th. C.
By Antonio Canova
Located in Regensburg, DE
Solid bronze figure of a woman reclining on a sofa, “Paolina Bonaparte as Venus Victrix” – a famous motif by A. Canova, from Paris, probably around 1950.
Engraved on the plinth “A. C...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Antonio Canova Decorative Objects
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Marble, Bronze
Cast Resin "Sleeping Lion" Sculpture / Paperweight by Rinaldo Rinaldi
By Antonio Canova
Located in San Diego, CA
A super cool cast resin "Sleeping Lion" sculpture / paperweight by Rinaldo Rinaldi which is part of a pair of lion sculptures known as the "Chatsworth Lions", circa 2000s. The lions...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hollywood Regency Antonio Canova Decorative Objects
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French Mid-19th Century Neo-Classical St. Alabaster Statue of Cupid and Psyche
By Antonio Canova
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning French mid-19th century Neo-Classical st. Alabaster statue of Cupid and Psyche on its original Vert de Patricia marble pedestal. This statue is modeled after the original ...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Antonio Canova Decorative Objects
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Marble
A Pair Of Mid-19th Century Chatsworth Lions
By Antonio Canova
Located in London, GB
Originally carved in marble for Chatsworth house by Canova Both lions in repose, cast in iron with a patinated finish.
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Mid-19th Century British Other Antique Antonio Canova Decorative Objects
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Iron
$21,417 / set
French 19th Century Bronze Bust of Napoleon, after a Model by Antonio Canova
By Antonio Canova
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking French 19th century patinated bronze bust of Napoleon, after a model by Antonio Canova. The bust is raised by a square base where the inscription Canova is displayed at th...
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19th Century French Antique Antonio Canova Decorative Objects
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Bronze
19th Century Gilt Bronze Bust Of Napoleon Signed Canova
By Antonio Canova
Located in Charmes, FR
gilded bronze mounted on a green marble base, very good condition, 19th century, signed Canova
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1820s French Empire Antique Antonio Canova Decorative Objects
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Bronze
Pair of Cast Sculptures Bronze Lions, after Antonio Canova, 19th Century
By Antonio Canova
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Italian, 19th century, after a model
by Antonio Canova (1757-1822) A pair of Sculptures lying lions
These beautiful lions possibly bookends or doorstops are in good condition!
Me...
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19th Century Italian Georgian Antique Antonio Canova Decorative Objects
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Bronze
Antonio Canova italian brown bronze circa 1850 "Gladiator"
By Antonio Canova
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible and big italian brown bronze after Antonio Canova circa 1850 representing "Gladiator"
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1850s Italian International Style Antique Antonio Canova Decorative Objects
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Bronze
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Resin Egg with Clock Parts on Pierre GIRAUDON Sculpture /Ornament / Paperweight
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Mid-Century French Gilt Bronze Bust of Napoleon on Marble Base Signed Ajaccio
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate a man's office or study with this elegant antique bust. Created in France circa 1950, and built of bronze, the bust stands on a black granite base and depicts French emperor...
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Bronze sculpture “Napoleon Bonaparte” – Early 20th century
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Pair of Cast Brass Lion Bookends by Antonio Canova
By Antonio Canova
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Vintage Bronze Pauline Bonaparteas as Venus Victrix Late 20th Century
By Antonio Canova
Located in London, GB
A large vintage bronze Neoclassical Revival sculpture of Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix, by Antonio Canova, signed and dating from the late 20th Century.
She is staged as a half-naked beauty on a couch, her head resting on her right arm, holding an apple in the left hand. The patinated bronze sculpture features gilt high-lights and is raised on a black marble base. It bears the replica signature of the artist, Canova. The original can be seen at the Museo e Galleria Borghese, in Rome.
"Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix", (Venus Victorious), is probably the most famous work by the Italian sculptor Antonio Canova. Pauline Bonaparte, sister of the French statesman Napoleon, insisted on being portrayed as Venus by Canova in 1807.
Condition:
In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 34 x Width 53 x Depth 19 & Weight 19.5 kg
Dimensions in inches:
Height 1 foot, 1 inch x Width 1 foot, 9 inches x Depth 7 inches & Weight 43.0 lbs
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Italian Antonio Canova White Marble Hand Sculpture, Early 19th Century
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Located in Haddonfield, NJ
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1940s Polished Bronze Plated Antonio Canova Lion Bookends
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Antonio Canova decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Antonio Canova decorative objects, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Antonio Canova were created in the neoclassical style in europe during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Adolfo Cipriani, Edmé Samson, and Buccellati. Prices for Antonio Canova decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,728 and can go as high as $54,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,700.
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- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Antonio Canova is famous for his work as an artist. An Italian neoclassical sculptor, he is renowned for his marble works. Many art historians and dealers regard him as the greatest of the neoclassical artists. Two of his most notable works include Cupid and Psyche and The Three Graces. Explore a range of Antonio Canova art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Two famous artworks of Antonio Canova are Cupid and Psyche and The Three Graces. Canova was an Italian neoclassical sculptor famous for his marble work. He is often regarded as the greatest of the neoclassical artists. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Antonio Canova art.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025Antonio Canova's famous neoclassical sculpture is often cited as The Three Graces. The marble sculpture depicts the three daughters of Zeus from Greek mythology. After receiving a commission from an English collector, Canova worked on the piece from 1814 to 1817. It was actually his second treatment of the subject, the original sculpture having been made for Joséphine Bonaparte, the first wife of Napoleon. The work is now part of the collections of London's Victoria & Albert Museum. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Antonio Canova art.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 19, 2025The sculpture made by Antonio Canova that depicts the three mythological daughters of the Greek god Zeus is The Three Graces. Canova spent three years carving the sculpture, which he completed in 1817. An English collector had commissioned the work after seeing a similar piece Canova had produced for Joséphine de Beauharnais, Napoleon's first wife. Today, the sculpture is part of the collections at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, UK. Explore a collection of Antonio Canova art on 1stDibs.