Rodin
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Definition
Proper noun * Auguste Rodin: A French sculptor (1840–1917) renowned for his expressive and realistic renderings of the human form. He is considered a pivotal figure in modern sculpture.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- The museum is hosting a major exhibition featuring the works of Rodin.
- Rodin's most famous sculpture is The Thinker.
- Art historians often study Rodin's innovative techniques.
Advanced Usage
- Rodinesque (adj): Having qualities reminiscent of Rodin's sculptural style, particularly in the expressive treatment of the human body and surface texture.
- The artist's latest figures have a distinctly Rodinesque quality.
Variants and Related Words
- Rodin, Auguste Rodin, Francois Auguste Rene Rodin: Full names and variations referring to the same artist.
Synonyms
- Sculptor: A general term for an artist who creates sculptures.
- Artist: A broader term for a practitioner of the fine arts.
Related Phrases and Contexts
- The Thinker: Perhaps Rodin's most iconic single sculpture.
- The Gates of Hell: A monumental and complex sculptural group by Rodin.
- The Burghers of Calais: A famous sculptural group commemorating a historical event.
Noun
- French sculptor noted for his renderings of the human form (1840-1917)