A leading Neoclassical sculptor
Canova lived from 1757 to 1822 and was famous for his marble sculptures. He is often regarded as one of the greatest Neoclassical artists.
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Antonio Canova
Italian Neoclassical sculptor famous for his marble sculptures.
Antonio Canova was an Italian Neoclassical sculptor whose work drew on the Baroque and the classical revival. Works by Canova were among the most celebrated attractions in Sommariva's private gallery at Villa Carlotta.
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Baroque and classical influences
Canova's sculpture was inspired by the Baroque and the classical revival. It has been characterized as avoiding both Baroque melodrama and the cold artificiality associated with the classical revival.
Canova at Villa Carlotta
Works by Canova formed part of Sommariva's private gallery at Villa Carlotta and were among its most celebrated attractions.
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Villa Carlotta
Works by Canova formed some of the most celebrated attractions in Sommariva's private gallery.
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