Episode 333 - Canova's "Cupid and Psyche" episode artwork

EPISODE · Jun 4, 2025 · 23 MIN

Episode 333 - Canova's "Cupid and Psyche"

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Carved by Antonio Canova in 1787 and today located in the Louvre Museum in Paris, the Neoclassical sculpture of "Cupid and Psyche" is one of history's most beautiful and popular sculptures. The romantic sculpture depicts Cupid cradling the head of his lover after reviving her from a supernatural slumber, while she reaches up to him preparing to receive a kiss. 

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