What famous piece by Canova depicts a standing Napoleon?
Napoleon as Mars the Peacemaker
Emperor Napoleon I
Napoleon Crossing the Alps
Bonaparte at Marengo
Answer
The renowned sculpture "Napoleon as Mars the Peacemaker" by Antonio Canova portrays Napoleon Bonaparte, the French Emperor, standing majestically in the guise of the Roman god Mars, known for his strength and courage. Canova's neoclassical masterpiece symbolizes Napoleon's role as a peacemaker, capturing the complex duality of his power and aspiration for peace in Europe.
Masterpieces of Antonio Canova: Unleashing Neoclassical Brilliance
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