Venus Italica Bust

Elevate your space with timeless beauty and artisanal mastery. This exquisite plaster cast bust of Antonio Canova's Venus Italica, and has been hand-cast by the Nicholas H Wood studio. Each cast is meticulously made using traditional methods and high-quality plaster, ensuring stunning details, subtle surface texture, and a refined matte finish. 

Canova was commissioned to execute the original version of the Venus Italica at the suggestion of Ludovico I, King of Etruria, as a replacement for the antique statue of the Medici Venus which had been plundered by the French in 1802. Although Canova was initially reluctant to accept the commission he was soon persuaded by the challenge to surpass one of the great masterpieces from Antiquity. From the moment it was unveiled, Canova's Venus was an unparalleled success, he subsequently made a number of versions, examples of which were purchased by the Marquess of Lansdowne, the Marquess of Londonderry and Napoleon's brother Lucien, Prince of Canino.

Whether you're a collector, an educator, or an admirer of classical beauty, this sculpture offers a tangible connection to one of history's most revered sculptural lineages.

About Antonio Canova (1757–1822)

Antonio Canova was one of the most celebrated sculptors of the Neoclassical era, renowned for his masterful ability to translate classical ideals into emotionally resonant marble forms. Born in Possagno, Italy, Canova revived the grace and harmony of ancient Greek and Roman sculpture, emphasising idealized beauty, poised composition, and serene expression. His works, including Psyche Revived by Cupid’s Kiss and The Three Graces, garnered widespread acclaim across Europe, earning him commissions from popes, emperors, and kings.

Dimensions: 42cm (height) x 32cm (width) x 21cm (depth).

Shipping information

Ships in 1-2 days from the Nicholas H Wood studio in Wiltshire, UK.
Sculptures are expertly and securely packaged in eco-friendly packaging.
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