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Portrait of Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix, detail, white marble, Antonio Canova (1757-1822), Galleria Borghese, Rome
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Portrait of Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix, detail, white marble, Antonio Canova (1757-1822), Galleria Borghese, Rome
Portrait of Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix, detail, white marble, Antonio Canova (1757-1822), Galleria Borghese, Rome Rome The Borghese Gallery Statue Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1890 ca.. Date of Artwork:1805 -1808. Artist:Canova Antonio (1757-1822)
Alinari, Fratelli
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Media ID 33109963
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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail of the renowned artwork "Portrait of Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix" by Antonio Canova. The photograph was taken around 1890, capturing the exquisite beauty and intricate details of this neoclassical masterpiece housed in the Galleria Borghese in Rome. The sculpture itself, created between 1805-1808, depicts Pauline Bonaparte, Napoleon's sister, embodying the goddess Venus. Dressed in ancient Roman attire with an elaborate hairstyle adorned with a bracelet, she exudes grace and sensuality. Her nude form is delicately sculpted from white marble, emphasizing her feminine curves and highlighting her divine status. The image also captures elements that add depth to the composition - an apple symbolizing temptation and fruitfulness; draperies cascading gracefully down her body; a pillow providing comfort; and a litter or stretcher representing luxury and nobility. These objects enhance the allegorical representation of love, beauty, power, and divinity associated with Aphrodite/Venus. Through this photograph by Alinari Fratelli, we are transported back to 19th century Europe when neoclassicism flourished as an artistic movement inspired by Greco-Roman aesthetics. It offers us a glimpse into both modern history and mythology while showcasing Canova's exceptional talent for creating lifelike sculptures that transcend time. This stunning portrait serves as a testament to Canova's mastery in capturing human emotions through stone. It invites viewers to appreciate not only its aesthetic appeal but also its historical significance within Italian art history.
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