The Three Graces at the Hermitage Museum

Experience the timeless harmony of “The Three Graces”, a mesmerizing resin replica of Antonio Canova’s 1817 Neoclassical triumph, originally commissioned by Empress Joséphine Bonaparte and later acquired by Tsar Alexander I of Russia. This sculpture immortalizes the mythical Charites—Aglaia (Beauty), Euphrosyne (Joy), and Thalia (Abundance)—in a delicate embrace that celebrates sisterhood and the cyclical gifts of life. Crafted from premium resin and hand-finished with a matte alabaster patina, this piece channels the ethereal luminosity of Carrara marble, a hallmark of Canova’s genius.

The sculpture unfolds in a circular composition, inviting viewers to marvel from every angle. The Graces’ intertwined arms and flowing drapery create a dance of balance and motion, their bodies arched in a harmony that blends Baroque dynamism with Neoclassical restraint. Canova’s mastery shines in the intricate details: the braided hair symbolizing unity, the clasped hands evoking trust, and the diaphanous garments that cling to their forms like a second skin. Our replica amplifies these textures, with subtle veining and soft shadows that mimic the original’s tactile elegance.