Top Must-See Masterpieces at the Louvre Museum, Paris

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7Psyche Revived by Cupid’s Kiss by Antonio Canova (1793)

In ethereal white marble, Canova makes vivid the mythical love story of Cupid and Psyche. Beautiful Psyche, who has fallen asleep having been tricked by jealous Venus, is revived by equally handsome Cupid.

Shortly thereafter, she drinks ambrosia so that they can be together as gods. This sculpture is stunning from all angles and is a gorgeous rendition of true love.