Who created "The Kiss (Le Baiser)"?

The Kiss (Le Baiser) was created by Auguste Rodin in model 1880-1887, cast c. 1898/1902.

When was "The Kiss (Le Baiser)" created?

This artwork was created model 1880-1887, cast c. 1898/1902.

What medium is "The Kiss (Le Baiser)"?

The Kiss (Le Baiser) is bronze.

Is "The Kiss (Le Baiser)" in the public domain?

Yes, The Kiss (Le Baiser) is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

The Kiss (Le Baiser)

Auguste Rodin

model 1880-1887, cast c. 1898/1902

Medium

bronze

Dimensions

overall: 24.7 x 15.8 x 17.4 cm (9 3/4 x 6 1/4 x 6 7/8 in.)

Classification

Sculpture

Department

CSD

Museum

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

Credit

Gift of Mrs. John W. Simpson

Accession Number

1942.5.15

About the Artist

Auguste Rodin · 1840–1917

François Auguste René Rodin (1840-1917) stands as the founder of modern sculpture, transforming the art form from academic tradition into expressive modernism. Born into a working-class Parisian family, Rodin faced early rejection, failing three times to gain admission to the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts. This setback forced him to work as a craftsman for nearly two decades, though his 1875 tr...

The Kiss (Le Baiser)

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