Auguste Rodin The Kiss Nude Lovers Bronze Metal 6" Sculpture Statue Marble Art

From the unexpected realism of his first major figure‰ÛÓinspired by his 1875 trip to Italy‰ÛÓto the unconventional memorials whose commissions he later sought, Rodin's reputation grew, such that he became the preeminent French sculptor of his time. By 1900, he was a world-renowned artist. Wealthy private clients sought Rodin's work after his World's Fair exhibit, and he kept company with a variety of high-profile intellectuals and artists. He married his life-long companion, Rose Beuret, in the last year of both their lives. His sculpture suffered a decline in popularity after his death in 1917, but within a few decades his legacy solidified. Rodin remains one of the few sculptors widely known outside the visual arts communityCondition: This sculpture is in perfect condition.Bronze Dimensions with Marble Base: Height 6" x Width 4"Marble Dimensions: 4' X 4".Height without base: 5 1/2"Weight : 4 LBSInventory 2616B18662 A+