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After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period
After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period
After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period
After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period
After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period
After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period
After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period
After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period
After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period
After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period

LOT NO 6133

STOCK NO 156928

After Antonio Canova (Italian 1757-1822): 'Sleeping Venus', an Italian carved white marble figure of a reclining nude, the serene figure depicted lying on her side, her head resting on a cushion and one knee gently raised, a loosely draped sheet partially covering her lower body, on a rectangular base with rough-hewn surround, raised on a marble plinth over a sarcophagus style pedestal, circa 1900 Provenance: Kirkham Hall Notes: A late-19th-century homage to Canova’s neoclassical models, reflecting the Grand Tour taste for idealised classical beauty and the refined finish characteristic of Italian workshop marbles of the period

Dimensions:
Height: 72cm  Length/Width: 89cm  Depth/Diameter: 44cm

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Attributed to Antonio Canova (Italian, 1757-1822), this exquisite Italian carved white marble sculpture depicts a reclining nude figure known as 'Sleeping Venus'. The serene portrayal shows the figure lying on her side, with her head gracefully resting on a cushion and one knee slightly raised. Her lower body is partially covered by a loosely draped sheet, all set on a rectangular base with a rough-hewn surround. This masterpiece sits on a marble plinth, elevated by a sarcophagus-style pedestal, dating back to circa 1900.

The provenance of this stunning piece traces back to Kirkham Hall, adding to its historical significance and charm. This sculpture serves as a late 19th-century tribute to Canova's neoclassical models, epitomising the Grand Tour's fascination with idealised classical beauty. The refined finish of this marble figure reflects the superb craftsmanship typical of Italian workshops during that era.

Don't miss the opportunity to acquire this exceptional artwork at auction with Duggleby Auctioneers.



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