Augustine Rodin Museum Quality Classic Artwork Detailed Bronze Figurine Figure

Condition: This sculpture is in perfect condition Bronze Dimensions with Marble Base: Height 18" X Width 7" Marble Dimensions:7 X 7" Height without base:17" Weight:21 LBS Inventory:50XN109911805 Witness the power and emotion captured in this remarkable bronze sculpture depicting the courageous act of Eustache de Saint-Pierre. Commissioned by the city council of Calais, this sculpture by Rodin pays homage to the heroism and sacrifice of six citizens during the siege of Calais by the English in 1347. The figures, placed on a low rectangular plinth, stand at the same level as the viewer, creating a profound connection and inviting contemplation. Rodin's unconventional approach is evident in the sculpture's composition. The figures, draped in sackcloth as a symbol of their surrender, exude vulnerability and strength simultaneously. By combining studies of different hands and feet, Rodin achieves a level of expressiveness that defies traditional notions of heroic sculpture. This ground