white marble by the French sculptor
Auguste Rodin -- is a grandiose
piece of art that embodies an
unparalleled nature of passion,
eroticism and fervor. First exhibited
in Paris in 1877 and inspired by
Dante's The Divine Comedy, it
portrays an adulterous couple
from the 13th century, Italy: Paolo
Malatesta and Francesca da Rimini,
captured by the artist in a moment
of sensuality and romance.
This was the lover's first kiss just
before they were murdered by by
Francesca's husband, Gianciotto
Malatesta.
Seen at Musee Rodin, Paris.
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