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Antonio Canova Busts

Italian, 1757-1822
Antonio Canova was an Italian Neoclassical sculptor, famous for his marble sculptures. Often regarded as the greatest of the Neoclassical artists
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Creator: Antonio Canova
French 19th Century Bronze Bust of Napoleon, after a Model by Antonio Canova
French 19th Century Bronze Bust of Napoleon, after a Model by Antonio Canova

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 Busts

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Antonio Canova busts for sale on 1stDibs.

Antonio Canova busts 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 busts, although gold editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider busts by Emmanuel Villanis, Demetre Chiparus, and Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse. Prices for Antonio Canova busts can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $5,000 and can go as high as $8,700, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,850.

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Questions About Antonio Canova Busts
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Antonio 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, 2025
    Two 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, 2025
    Antonio 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, 2025
    The 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.