This bronze sculpture by Auguste Rodin depicts Iris, the Greek messenger goddess, captured in a dynamic pose that showcases the artist's mastery of human form and movement. The medium sized work exemplifies Rodin's characteristic style of suggesting motion through asymmetrical positioning and dramatic modeling, while the title's reference to "masque" highlights the theatrical and expressive qualities of the figure's face. Created during Rodin's prolific career, this piece reflects his enduring interest in classical mythology reinterpreted through modern sculptural sensibility.