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Psyche

Pietro Tenerani (1789, Carrara–1869, Rome)Mid-19th century

The Art Museum RIGA BOURSE

The Art Museum RIGA BOURSE
Riga, Latvia

Tenerani has depicted Psyche as young, winged girl sitting on a rock. The sculpture stands out with the plastic clarity of form and the careful treatment of the marble surface.

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  • Title: Psyche
  • Creator: Pietro Tenerani (1789, Carrara–1869, Rome)
  • Creator Lifespan: 1789 - 1869
  • Creator Nationality: Italian
  • Creator Gender: man
  • Creator Death Place: Rome
  • Creator Birth Place: Carrara
  • Date: Mid-19th century
  • Location Created: Italy
  • Physical Dimensions: 108 x 112 x 66 cm
  • History: From the Bukaiši Manor collection of the prince A. Lieven, later was located in Kurzeme Province Museum (1940).
  • Type: Sculptures
  • Rights: Latvian National Museum of Art
  • Medium: Marble
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