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Balzac

Creator: Auguste Rodin
Offered by: RoGallery

Description
This bronze sculpture of French writer Honoré de Balzac is a posthumous cast from the original plasters modeled by Auguste Rodin in the early 1890s.

After Balzac’s death, the Société des Gens de Lettres commissioned Rodin to create a sculpture in his honor. Stamp signed “A. Rodin” on the base.

Balzac after Auguste Rodin, French (1840–1917)
Bronze Sculpture, Signature and edition stamped on base
Size: 28 x 15 x 12 in. (71.12 x 38.1 x 30.48 cm)
Foundry: Masters Limited Edition, Italy

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Period:	New
Materials:	Bronze Sculpture, Signature and edition stamped on base
Creation Date:	20th Century
Styles / Movements:	Modernism
Dealer Reference #:	87080
Incollect Reference #:	885451

Dimensions

W.	15 in;	H.	28 in;	D.	12 in;
W.	38.1 cm;	H.	71.12 cm;	D.	30.48 cm;

Message from Seller:

RoGallery, established over 35 years ago, is a premier art gallery and fine art dealer in Long Island City, NYC, specializing in modern and contemporary artworks, including original paintings, photographs, and sculptures. For inquiries or to schedule a visit to our 10,000 square foot showroom, please contact art@rogallery.com or call 718.937.0901.