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Bronze sculpture inspired by Auguste Rodin’s “Adam,” one of the most powerful explorations of the human form in modern sculpture.
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Bronze sculpture inspired by Auguste Rodin’s “Adam,” one of the most powerful explorations of the human form in modern sculpture.
Rodin first conceived Adam in the early 1880s as part of his monumental project “The Gates of Hell,” commissioned by the French government. Within this larger work, Adam represents a pivotal moment of human awakening—often interpreted as the instant of realization following the Fall, embodying consciousness, shame, and existential weight.
Unlike the idealized perfection of earlier classical sculpture, Rodin’s vision broke new ground:
- The figure is intentionally asymmetrical and off-balance
- Musculature is naturalistic rather than idealized
- The pose conveys emotion and psychological depth, not just physical form
Finished in a rich, warm patina and mounted on a dark marble base, the sculpture offers a refined presence that bridges classical influence with modern artistic expression.
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- Dimensions
- 11ʺW × 11ʺD × 21ʺH
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Black Marble
- Bronze
- Condition
- Mint Condition, No Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition with minor variations consistent with hand-cast bronze sculpture. Excellent condition with minor variations consistent with hand-cast bronze sculpture. less
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