1. Auguste Rodin (French, 1840–1917)

2. Introduction In a career that spanned the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Auguste Rodin was deeply inspired by tradition yet rebelled against its idealized forms, introducing innovative practices that paved the way for modern sculpture. He believed that art should be true to nature, a philosophy that shaped his attitudes to models and materials.

3. Adam Modeled 1880-81; cast 1925 Bronze

4. Flora Made in France, Europe 1865-70 Terracotta, painted brown

5. Hanako Made in France, Europe Modeled 1907; cast by 1929 plaster

6. La Lorraine Made in France, Europe 1872-75 Terracotta, painted

7. Mask of an Old man Made in France, Europe Modeled c. 1885; cast 1925 Bronze

8. The Athlete Made in France, Europe Modeled 1904; cast 1904 Bronze

9. The Cathedral