Artwork
Auguste Rodin
Auguste Rodin is an ink print by the Romanticist artist Alphonse Legros. It dates from 1874 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1874 etching by Alphonse Legros portrays Auguste Rodin in brown ink. The print showcases Legros's skill in capturing the subtleties of his subject.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Rodin with a contemplative expression, his face and upper torso rendered in detail against a plain light brown background. His furrowed brow and gentle, downturned lips convey a sense of introspection.
Technique & Style
Legros's use of etching creates a textured, dimensional effect, with visible marks adding depth to the image. The brown ink gives the portrait a warm, muted tone, drawing the viewer's focus to Rodin's face.
History & Provenance
Alphonse Legros, a French-born artist who later became a British citizen, created this etching in 1874. Legros was influential in the British etching revival, teaching and producing works in various mediums, including painting, sculpture, and medallic art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
