Psyche revived by Cupid’s kiss: what is located, what it represent

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Antonio Canova | Amore e Psiche

Antonio Canova, Amore e Psiche

PSYCHE REVIVED BY CUPID’S KISS: WHERE IS LOCATED, WHO COMMISIONED IT TO CANOVA, WHAT IT REPRESENTS

Psyche revived by Cupid’s kiss is one of the most beautiful and famous sculpture groups by Antonio Canova. It represents the meeting between two young lovers and is the metaphor of the eternal struggle between rationality and instinct, between heart and mind.

I’ve already described the works of this artist in the photo gallery dedicated to works by Canova, as the representation of beauty and of a universal idea of beauty.
Probably, Canova’s art peaked with Psyche revived by Cupid’s kiss, and in this post you’ll find the information about who commissioned the work to Canova, what it represents and where you can admire it.

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What to see in Villach: historic centre and museums

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Villach

WHAT TO SEE IN VILLACH: HISTORIC CENTRE AND MUSEUMS

In this post I’ll tell you what to see in Villach, the town I visited during the period of the Christmas markets, and which offers a lot of interesting things to do if you’re a mountain lover, a lake holidays lover or an art and history lover, like me.

Here is what to do in Villach and its surroundings, having a walk through its historic centre and its surroundings.

READ ALSO: Trains to Vienna, how to reach Vienna by train having a stopover in Villach.

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The Lamentation over the Dead Christ by Mantegna

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Mantegna | Cristo Morto

Image source: Cultura – Biografieonline.it

THE LAMENTATION OVER THE DEAD CHRIST BY MANTEGNA: WHERE YOU CAN SEE THE MOST AMAZING ARTWORK OF THE 15TH CENTURY

The Lamentation over the Dead Christ is considered one of the most beautiful, intense and moving artworks of the 15th century.

We know neither when nor for whom it was painted, but what is certain is that Mantegna kept the second version of the painting, indicated in the documents as one of the paintings he bequeathed to his son Ludovico.

In this post I’ll explain why The Lamentation over the Dead Christ is a masterpiece and where you can admire Mantegna’s painting.

READ ALSO: the artists of Renaissance.

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Trains to Vienna: how to reach Vienna by train having a stopover in Villach

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TRAINS TO VIENNA: HOW TO REACH VIENNA BY TRAIN HAVING A STOPOVER IN VILLACH

Taking one of the trains to Vienna means going through Austria admiring the landscape and enjoying the pleasure of a slow journey.

The Austrian Federal Railways inaugurated the new Railjet “Spirit of Venezia”, which from December 10th 2017 connects directly Venice with Vienna, and allows you to get off at some intermediate stops, as well.

I took part in the Railjet’s maiden voyage!
I departed from Venice and I had a stopover in Villach to visit its Christmas markets.

Here in this post I’ll tell how my journey was 😉

READ ALSO: Where to eat in Venice, typical tavern ad a Museum.

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Famous paintings: the works to see when you’re in Italy

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FAMOUS PAINTINGS: THE WORKS TO SEE WHEN YOU’RE IN ITALY ON HOLIDAY

In Italy an art binge is guaranteed, because every city, even the smallest one, houses small or large masterpieces. However, just to be safe, having a list of works and famous paintings you can’t miss in all seasons is a good thing.

Here is a list of famous paintings to see in Italy at Christmas.

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