Eros and Psyche is one of the most famous masterpieces by Antonio Canova. This sculpture in white marble was built between 1787 and 1793 and depicts the moment when the two lovers are reunited after a long and difficult separation.
In this post I’ll tell you some curiosities about Canova’s Eros and Psyche.
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Ravenna is an incredible city that preserves numerous ancient art treasures. It is unfortunately unknown and obscured by the most famous Italian cities of art. It was the capital 3 times and for 3 different very important empires: the Western Roman Empire, Theodoric King of the Goths and the Byzantine Empire in Europe.
Thanks to its strategic position, Ravenna became a thriving center of religious and cultural exchanges, a crossroads of artists between East and West.
Castel del Monte is much more than a castle in the middle of nowhere and its mysteries still fascinate scholars from all over the world: this is why Castel del Monte represents more than any other building the eclectic personality of Federico II Hohenstaufen.
Discover it now!
Sainte Chapelle is a gothic masterpiece created by a saintly king to contain the most precious relics of Christendom.
It is one of the most beautiful attractions in Paris that will leave you speechless for the beauty of its windows and its light.
Michelangelo Buonarroti is not only one of the most important in the history of art but is also an example of genius and determination out of the ordinary.
Here are the most beautiful works that you absolutely should know.
Visiting Brussels is an experience to be done at least once in life: it is a lively metropolis with many different facets. It hosts students from all over the world and street performers that surprise at every corner.
In its small historical center, between music and beautiful murals, it is impossible to get bored.
Are you going to Belgium and would you like to know which are the most beautiful cities to visit? Surely you can not miss the charming city of Bruges.
I recommend some things to do and see in Bruges, the result of my experience. Are you anxious to find out more in detail?
The sea in Otranto, or near Otranto, is truly spectacular. Some very popular tourist destinations are part of the municipal territory. If you are thinking of spending your holidays in Salento, I recommend taking a dip in Porto Badisco, Fontanelle, Serra Alimini, Frassanito or Conca Specchiulla.
I’ve been there and the sea has left me speechless!
Would you like to discover one of the most beautiful parks in Rome and get away from the usual places full of tourists? Maybe I have what’s right for you!
There are some places in Rome that even the Romans not know. One of these, is Villa Torlonia, a real gem in the middle of a public park on Via Nomentana.
In this article, I will briefly illustrate what to see and do in Dusseldorf in a day to avoid wasting time wandering aimlessly.
Find out what to see in Dusseldorf and why you should really do a little artistic tour.