Signed Bronze Sculpture Chair Male French Rodin The Thinker on Marble Statue

  

Signed Bronze Sculpture Male French Rodin The Thinker On Marble Statue. This product sheet is originally written in English. Please find below an automatic translation into French.

If you have any questions please contact us. This sculpture is in perfect condition Bronze dimensions with marble base: Height 5 1/2" X Width 3" Marble dimensions: 4" X 3" Height without base: 5 Weight: 6 pounds Inventory: 37EP185X3473. Introducing "The Thinker" (French: Le Penseur), an iconic bronze and marble sculpture created by the famous artist Auguste Rodin, now housed at the Rodin Museum in Paris. This masterpiece captures the essence of contemplation and inner turmoil, depicting a man engaged in deep meditation, grappling with intense internal struggles. Revered as a symbol of philosophy, the sculpture delves into the depths of human thought and reflection.

Originally titled "The Poet," this sculpture was initially conceived as part of a commission from the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris. The aim was to create a monumental portal that would serve as the entrance to the museum.

Drawing inspiration from Dante's epic work "The Divine Comedy," Rodin designed the grand portal entitled "The Gates of Hell." Within this composition, each statue represented a key character from the poem. While The Thinker originally symbolized Dante himself, reflecting in front of the gates of hell, the final sculpture features a miniature version of the statue at the top of the gates, contemplating the fate of those below. The sculpture bears witness to Rodin's genius and his aspiration to represent intellect and poetry through the heroic human form.

Surprisingly nude, the figure pays homage to the artistic tradition of Michelangelo, evoking both strength and vulnerability. The creation of the sculpture required the meticulous "lost wax method," resulting in intricate details and a captivating brown patina. A true masterpiece, it proudly bears Rodin's signature, emblematic of artistic excellence and philosophical exploration.

Paste the link into a browser window. The sculpture bears witness to Rodin's genius and his aspiration to represent intellect and poetry through the fo.