The wonderful exhibition run in Galleria Borghese celebrates 250 years after Antonio Canova's birth. Canova is the representative of Italian neoclassicism, a period in which mythological subjects, political personalities and metaphysical themes were carefully studied. More than 50 paintings, drawings and clay models are on display in the gallery from 18 October to 3 February. Also the visitors are able to admire the sculptures of the author. Among creations exhibited are16 marble sculptures, such as the "Sleeping Nymph", the "Three Graces", "Amor and Psyche", the "Naiad" and the complete series of "Amorini".
Don't miss the rare possibility to be ravished by the works of Antonio Canova!


2007.12.14