Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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With his sculptures, Antonio Canova wanted to breathe life into the inanimate. The Italian artist changed the way we look at art by expanding the possibilities of sculptural expression. In this new exhibition, take a captivating journey through the mind of a Neoclassical genius and explore the genesis of his timeless terracotta masterpieces. Tap the link in our bio to immerse yourself in this exhibition 👈🏽🔍 #shorts

Learn more about the exhibition here: nga.gov/exhibitions/2023/canova-sketching-in-clay.html

Learn more about Canova's original sculpture here: nga.gov/collection/art-object-page.176406.html#provenance
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