Artwork
Untitled
Untitled is a graphite drawing by Auguste Rodin. It dates from 1888 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art.
About this work
Overview
Untitled is a pencil drawing on paper mounted on board, created by Auguste Rodin around 1888. It exemplifies the artist's skill in rendering intimate and tender scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a nude couple embracing, conveying a sense of closeness and affection. The figures are rendered in a detailed and sensual manner, with attention to the textures of hair and skin.
Technique & Style
Rodin's use of pencil allows for a range of tonal values and textures, achieved through techniques such as cross-hatching. The drawing showcases his ability to balance precision with expressive rendering.
Context
This work was created during a period when Rodin was refining his approach to form, which would later be reflected in his major sculptural works.
Artist & collection
Artist
François Auguste René Rodin (; French: ; 12 November 1840 – 17 November 1917) was a French sculptor generally considered the founder of modern sculpture.
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