Auguste Rodin Sculptures and Drawings

by Gilles Néret

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The great master of the human form: The sweetness of sin arose from the roots of pain   Auguste Rodin was the great master of the human form, in clay, bronze and marble. He hymned Woman, summoning all the passions, joys and vices of life. The poet Rilke wrote that "the sweetness of sin arose from the roots of pain" in Rodin`s figures. They captivate us still, their brilliance undimmed by the passage of time.   About the Series: Each book in TASCHEN's Basic Art series features: a detailed show more chronological summary of the life and oeuvre of the artist, covering his or her cultural and historical importance a concise biography approximately 100 illustrations with explanatory captions show less

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"Auguste Rodin: Esculturas y Dibujos" de Gilles Néret es un libro que explora la obra del célebre escultor francés Auguste Rodin, destacando su enfoque innovador en la representación del cuerpo humano y su impacto en el arte moderno. La obra incluye ilustraciones detalladas de sus esculturas y bocetos, ofreciendo una visión profunda de su proceso creativo.
El libro describe más de 50 obras de Rodin. Es una obra muy ilustrativa e interesante

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Original publication date
1994
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Auguste Rodin

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Art & Design, Nonfiction, General Nonfiction, Biography & Memoir
DDC/MDS
730.92Arts & recreationSculpture, ceramics & metalworkSculpture, Origami, Ceramics, JewelryHistory, geographic treatment, biographyBiography
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NB553 .R7 .N4713Fine ArtsSculptureSculptureHistory
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