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LoC No.: 05042535
Title: Auguste Rodin: The Man - His Ideas - His Works
Credits: Produced by Marc D'Hooghe Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
Summary: "Auguste Rodin: The Man - His Ideas - His Works" by Camille Mauclair is a biographical account and critical study of the renowned French sculptor, written in the early 20th century. This work explores Rodin's artistic journey, exploring his innovative techniques and philosophies surrounding sculpture, while detailing his impact on the art world. The book offers insights into Rodin's life, his notable works, and the technical principles that underpin his artistic vision, making it a significant read for art enthusiasts and students alike. The opening of the volume introduces readers to Auguste Rodin's formative years, detailing his early struggles, dedication, and eventual rise to prominence. Born into a modest family in Paris, Rodin pursued his passion for art through rigorous self-study and informal apprenticeships, facing numerous rejections early in his career. Mauclair emphasizes Rodin’s intense work ethic, his pivotal experiences in Brussels, and his early successes that began to gain him recognition, such as "The Man with the Broken Nose" and "The Age of Brass." This introduction sets the stage for a deeper exploration into Rodin's methods, influences, and the critical reception of his works throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Mauclair, Camille, 1872-1945
Translator: Black, Clementina, 1853-1922
EBook No.: 50665
Published: Dec 11, 2015
Downloads: 198
Language: English
Subject: Rodin, Auguste, 1840-1917
LoCC: Fine Arts: Sculpture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 05042535
Title: Auguste Rodin: The Man - His Ideas - His Works
Credits: Produced by Marc D'Hooghe Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
Summary: "Auguste Rodin: The Man - His Ideas - His Works" by Camille Mauclair is a biographical account and critical study of the renowned French sculptor, written in the early 20th century. This work explores Rodin's artistic journey, exploring his innovative techniques and philosophies surrounding sculpture, while detailing his impact on the art world. The book offers insights into Rodin's life, his notable works, and the technical principles that underpin his artistic vision, making it a significant read for art enthusiasts and students alike. The opening of the volume introduces readers to Auguste Rodin's formative years, detailing his early struggles, dedication, and eventual rise to prominence. Born into a modest family in Paris, Rodin pursued his passion for art through rigorous self-study and informal apprenticeships, facing numerous rejections early in his career. Mauclair emphasizes Rodin’s intense work ethic, his pivotal experiences in Brussels, and his early successes that began to gain him recognition, such as "The Man with the Broken Nose" and "The Age of Brass." This introduction sets the stage for a deeper exploration into Rodin's methods, influences, and the critical reception of his works throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 63.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Author: Mauclair, Camille, 1872-1945
Translator: Black, Clementina, 1853-1922
EBook No.: 50665
Published: Dec 11, 2015
Downloads: 198
Language: English
Subject: Rodin, Auguste, 1840-1917
LoCC: Fine Arts: Sculpture
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.