Auguste Rodin

Robert MacCameron

Created:
Movement:
1910
Realism
key Notes:
Portraiture, Sculptural Influence
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Dimensions:
39 5/16 x 31 15/16 in. (99.8 x 81.1 cm)
medium:
Oil on canvas
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Auguste Rodin" by Robert MacCameron, created in 1910, is a portrait that captures the renowned French sculptor Auguste Rodin, known for his expressive and emotive works. The painting reflects MacCameron's interest in the artistic community of the time, although specific details about its exhibition history or critical reception remain unknown.

Description of the work:

"Auguste Rodin" by Robert MacCameron, created in 1910, is an oil on canvas portrait that captures the renowned sculptor in a contemplative pose, emphasizing his expressive facial features and the texture of his clothing. The composition employs a muted color palette, allowing the interplay of light and shadow to enhance the three-dimensionality of Rodin's form and convey a sense of introspection.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Auguste Rodin