Rodin and eroticism
“How can I describe this flesh that captivates me so much?” Auguste Rodin asked himself this very question all throughout his life and career.
In his sculptures as well as in his drawings, Rodin modeled or traced the outlines of what fascinated him: the human body. He explored endless variations of postures and stances, not so much to spark controversy but rather to apprehend the truth of desire. ...
“How can I describe this flesh that captivates me so much?” Auguste Rodin asked himself this very question all throughout his life and career.
In his sculptures as well as in his drawings, Rodin modeled or traced the outlines of what fascinated him: the human body. He explored endless variations of postures and stances, not so much to spark controversy but rather to apprehend the truth of desire. ...
