Canova Antonio 1757-1822 / Ennio Quirino 1751-1818 Visconti
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This volume presents a translated letter from the renowned Italian sculptor Antonio Canova, alongside two memoirs by Ennio Quirino Visconti presented to the Royal Institute of France. The writings focus on the sculptures in the collection of the Earl of Elgin, now famously known as the Elgin Marbles. Canova, celebrated for his neoclassical sculptures, offers his expert opinion and insights into these significant works of art. Visconti, a prominent archaeologist and art historian, provides detailed analysis and historical context. This collection offers valuable perspectives from leading art figures of the early 19th century on the artistic and historical importance of the Elgin Marbles. This book provides crucial insights into the appreciation and understanding of classical sculpture during this period and their lasting impact on the art world.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
