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Antonio Canova Figurative Sculptures

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 Mid-19th Century Neo-Classical St. Alabaster Statue of Cupid and Psyche
French Mid-19th Century Neo-Classical St. Alabaster Statue of Cupid and Psyche

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 Figurative Sculptures

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Antonio Canova italian brown bronze circa 1850 "Gladiator"
Antonio Canova italian brown bronze circa 1850 "Gladiator"

Antonio Canova italian brown bronze circa 1850 "Gladiator"

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Incredible and big italian brown bronze after Antonio Canova circa 1850 representing "Gladiator"

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1850s Italian International Style Antique Antonio Canova Figurative Sculptures

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Antonio Canova figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Antonio Canova figurative 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 figurative sculptures, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original figurative sculptures 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 figurative sculptures by Jean Alexandre Joseph Falguière, Victor Paillard, and Jean Bulio. Prices for Antonio Canova figurative sculptures 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 $10,000.

Questions About Antonio Canova Figurative Sculptures

  • 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.