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Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) was one of the most influential sculptors of the 19th century. His innovative modeling technique and unconventional, often provocative subject matter earned him praise as the greatest sculptor since Michelangelo. Going against academic tradition, Rodin created highly expressive sculptures of the human body in his quest to convey such universal emotions as love, longing, reverie and despair.

This exhibition brings together more than 40 bronze sculptures by Rodin from the Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Foundation, which aims to promote understanding and appreciation of the artist鈥檚 achievements.

The sculptures are divided into three thematic groups:  the Gates of Hell section, which contains figures relating to the massive bronze portal that was Rodin鈥檚 most important commission; a group dedicated to the statues of historical and cultural heroes commissioned as public monuments; and a series of isolated hands that strive to express different states of being.

In addition to highlighting Rodin鈥檚 unrivaled capacity to capture the human spirit in all its nuances, the exhibition will also bring to light his pioneering studio practices. Working in wax, clay and plaster, Rodin created models that he would fragment, multiply, recombine, enlarge and reduce. This unorthodox working method allowed the artist to produce a startling range of sculptural effects, examples of which will be on display.