Neo-Classical

Booksreview

Two centuries since his death, Antonio Canova’s reputation is on the rise again as a new book of essays explores

The Italian sculptor divided opinion during his lifetime, accused by critics of failing to fully embrace Neo-Classicism

Booksreview

Titan of Turin: Italy's greatest interior decorator receives definitive scholarly book

Bertrand de Royere provides a thorough examination of the life the 19th century decorator and furniture designer Pelagio Palagi

Drawing from an antique treasure chest: Martin Postle on the influence of antiquity

An exhibition at Sir John Soane’s Museum reveals the continued importance of the classical ideal