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
  1. French sculptor noted for his renderings of the human form (1840-1917)