Description
IMPRESSIONISM AND SCULPTURE
Book Summary
To mark the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist exhibition, this essay explores the fascinating and often ignored relationship between the pictorial movement and sculpture. Through the reflections of Auguste Rodin, a central figure in modern sculpture, the book analyzes how the principles of light, movement, and instantaneous perception of Impressionism influenced three-dimensional art. An essential work for understanding the evolution of sculpture at the end of the 19th century.
What is it about?
Published in French to mark the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist exhibition in Paris (April 15, 1874), this volume gathers the reflections of Auguste Rodin on the impact of Impressionism on sculpture. The author examines how a phenomenon that was essentially pictorial, focused on capturing light and atmosphere, could influence the work of sculptors of the time. Rodin, both a witness and a protagonist of this transformation, offers a unique perspective on the renewal of sculptural language and its dialogue with avant-garde painting.
Main themes
- Relationship between pictorial Impressionism and 19th-century sculpture.
- Reflections of Auguste Rodin on art and sculptural creation.
- Influence of light, movement, and visual perception on modern sculpture.
- Historical and artistic context of the 150th anniversary of the first Impressionist exhibition.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at students and professionals of art history, those passionate about sculpture and Impressionism, as well as French-speaking readers interested in Rodin's reflections on artistic creation. It will also be of great value to those seeking to understand the connections between different artistic disciplines during a period of profound aesthetic renewal.
What this book offers
- A unique perspective from Auguste Rodin, a key figure in modern sculpture, on Impressionism.
- A specialized analysis of the influence of Impressionist painting on 19th-century sculpture.
- An essential read to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Impressionist movement.
- A deep reflection on the evolution of sculptural language and its relationship with other arts.
Technical specifications
- Author: RODIN, AUGUSTE
- Publisher: CASIMIRO
- Language: fre
- Subject: ART HISTORY / ART AND DESIGN STYLES
- Collection: CASIMIRO EN FRANCES
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: March 2024
- Number of pages: 104
- Weight: 129 g
Editorial review
This is a short but substantial essay that offers an original look at a little-studied aspect of Impressionism. Rodin's authority as a thinker and artist gives the text a documentary and interpretive value of the highest order. Its French edition and pocket format make it an interesting acquisition for both specialists and art enthusiasts who wish to delve into the connections between painting and sculpture at the end of the 19th century.