The Role of Air

A mysterious inner space, embraced
by two slender right hands reflects
the suspense of emptiness:
This arrangement -- created by
Rodin in 1908 and assembled
from two different statues --
perfectly pictures the importance
of air in the sculptor's work. The
artist's passion and fondness for
these hands is being emphasized
by isolation while creating an
autonomous entity and generating
a throughout harmonious
atmosphere. Deep relaxation and
the release of tensions are being
evoked by focusing on the
sculpture's curves and structure of
surface. Visible toolmarks on the
stone underline the nature and
liveliness of human hands.

Foto: 'The Cathedral'

Musee Rodin
79 Rue de Varenne
75007 Paris