Difference between revisions of "Antonio Canova"
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Neoclassical sculptor, notably for Perseus with Medusa's Head (1801). Recognized for his marble statues of male nudes in the classical tradition touched with elements of Baroque excess. Considered the greatest sculptor of his time. In addition to his own museum, his work is collected and shown in all of the principal museums around the world. | Neoclassical sculptor, notably for Perseus with Medusa's Head (1801). Recognized for his marble statues of male nudes in the classical tradition touched with elements of Baroque excess. Considered the greatest sculptor of his time. In addition to his own museum, his work is collected and shown in all of the principal museums around the world. | ||
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| + | ==See Also== | ||
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| + | * [[LGBTQ Sculptors]] | ||
| + | * [[LGBTQ Individuals and Academics of the Renaissance Period]] | ||
==Further Reading/Research== | ==Further Reading/Research== | ||
Latest revision as of 13:30, 3 April 2018
Country
Italy
Birth - Death
1757 - 1822
Occupation
Artist
Description
Neoclassical sculptor, notably for Perseus with Medusa's Head (1801). Recognized for his marble statues of male nudes in the classical tradition touched with elements of Baroque excess. Considered the greatest sculptor of his time. In addition to his own museum, his work is collected and shown in all of the principal museums around the world.
