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Auguste Rodin — Iris, messagère des dieux, étude avec tête
Auguste Rodin

Iris, messagère des dieux, étude avec tête

A dynamic bronze sculpture by Auguste Rodin, *Iris, Messenger of the Gods with Head* captures the raw, unbridled energy of the divine figure in a boldly unconventional pose, with limbs outstretched in a gesture of uninhibited movement. Rodin's characteristically expressive handling of the human form is evident in the work's rough, textured surfaces and powerful physicality, which convey both vulnerability and strength. Cast by Susse Fondeur in Paris, this piece exemplifies Rodin's revolutionary approach to sculpture, rejecting classical idealism in favor of a visceral, deeply human expressiveness.

Medium
incised with the artist's signature and number 'A. Rodin No. 3' on the inside of the proper right foot; incised with the inscription and cast date 'Susse Fondeur; Paris, © BY MUSEE RODIN' on the base of the proper left foot
Dimensions

🔨 Auction Lot

20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale

March 8, 2002

Estimate: $80,000$120,000

Lot 75

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Auguste Rodin, Iris, messagère des dieux, étude avec tête

A dynamic bronze sculpture by Auguste Rodin, *Iris, Messenger of the Gods with Head* captures the raw, unbridled energy of the divine figure in a boldly unconventional pose, with limbs outstretched in a gesture of uninhibited movement. Rodin's characteristically expressive handling of the human form is evident in the work's rough, textured surfaces and powerful physicality, which convey both vulnerability and strength. Cast by Susse Fondeur in Paris, this piece exemplifies Rodin's revolutionary approach to sculpture, rejecting classical idealism in favor of a visceral, deeply human expressiveness.

Medium
incised with the artist's signature and number 'A. Rodin No. 3' on the inside of the proper right foot; incised with the inscription and cast date 'Susse Fondeur; Paris, © BY MUSEE RODIN' on the base of the proper left foot
Dimensions
39.4 x 18.4 cm
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Figurative Sculpture, Dynamic Pose, 19th Century, Male Artist, French Artist, Modernism, Renowned Sculptor, Expressive Style, Nude Figure, Bronze Medium

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