Antonio Canova Animal Sculptures
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
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 Animal Sculptures
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Iron
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!
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19th Century Italian Georgian Antique Antonio Canova Animal Sculptures
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Bronze
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Antonio Canova animal sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Antonio Canova animal sculptures 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 animal sculptures, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original animal sculptures by Antonio Canova were created in the Georgian style in europe during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider animal sculptures by Arval Argenti Valenza, and Seguso. Prices for Antonio Canova animal sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,200 and can go as high as $20,386, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $11,293.
Questions About Antonio Canova Animal Sculptures
- 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 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 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, 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.