Antonio Canova (1757-1822), e l'arte de' suoi tempi by Adolfo Venturi
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| Author | Venturi, Adolfo, 1856-1941 |
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| Title |
Antonio Canova (1757-1822), e l'arte de' suoi tempi La vita italiana durante la Rivoluzione francese e l'Impero |
| Note | Reading ease score: 27.0 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Antonio Canova (1757-1822), e l'arte de' suoi tempi" by Adolfo Venturi is an art historical analysis written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and works of the famed Italian sculptor Antonio Canova, situating his contributions within the broader context of art during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It likely examines the tensions between classical traditions and contemporary artistic movements, focusing on Canova's unique artistic vision. In this insightful examination, Venturi delves deep into Canova's artistic journey, discussing his formative experiences and influences, particularly in relation to the classical traditions of ancient Rome and Greece. The text illustrates how Canova sought to revitalize classical ideals within his works while also confronting the challenges of modernity. Through a series of detailed explorations of specific sculptures and monuments, Venturi highlights Canova's ability to merge traditional forms with an emotive expressiveness that captures the complexities of human experience. Ultimately, the book offers a nuanced portrait of Canova, framed by the artistic and cultural currents of his time, underscoring his significance in the art historical canon. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Italian |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Italy -- Civilization |
| Subject | France -- History -- 1789-1815 |
| Subject | Italy -- History -- 1789-1815 |
| Subject | Italy -- Social conditions |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43171 |
| Release Date | Jul 9, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 53 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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