Antonio Canova - Cupid and Psyche 5.11 in. (13 cm) - with the golden cloth

Cupid and Psyche - Antonio Canova

Cupid and Psyche replica of famous statue by Antonio Canova.

Cupid and Psyche is a story originally from Metamorphoses (also called The Golden Ass), written in the 2nd century AD by Lucius Apuleius Madaurensis (or Platonicus). It concerns the overcoming of obstacles to the love between Psyche and Cupid (Latin Cupido, "Desire") or Amor ("Love", Greek Eros), and their ultimate union in a sacred marriage.

Attention: Statues available upon order only, waiting time from 10 to 15 days to manufacture.

Height: 5.11 in.

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