"Sculpture D After Antonio Canova (1757-1822) The Kiss Of Love At Spyché"

Magnificent sculpture after A. CANOVA, a great Italian sculptor of the 18th century, representing the kiss of Cupid, god of love, given to SPYCHÉ, created in 1793.

Famous theme of Greek mythology, it represents since its creation by CANOVA the most famous of the sculptures on this episode recalling the myth of Plato reported by Apulee in "the metamorphoses",

This sculpture is in white Alabaster of high quality of execution with sculpture and perfect carving (see photos) close to the initial work of the master,

Supported by a classic column with central Louis XVI Style in 3 parts in Serpentine.

Some restorations on the top of the column as well as on the upper part of the barrel will be carried out for a perfect rendering before final installation.

Period: 19th century

Style: Napoleon III

Condition: Perfect condition. restore in progress

Material: Serpentine marble and alabaster

Width: 87cm

Height: 1.87m

Depth: 40cm