{"product_id":"auguste-rodin-by-gilles-neret-rare-books","title":"Auguste Rodin Sculptures \u0026 Drawing by Gilles Neret [rare books]","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"152\" class=\"\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"266\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"15\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAuguste Rodin\u003c\/em\u003e is a concise yet insightful volume from TASCHEN’s Basic Art series, offering an accessible introduction to the life and work of the renowned French sculptor.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book delves into Rodin's mastery of the human form, capturing the complexities of human emotion and experience in his sculptures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"287\"\u003eKey Highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"702\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"389\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"389\" class=\"\"\u003eArtistic Mastery: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRodin's exceptional skill in clay, bronze, and marble is showcased, emphasizing his ability to convey profound human emotions through sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"490\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"490\" class=\"\"\u003eNotable Works: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book features discussions on iconic pieces such as \u003cem data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"68\"\u003eThe Thinker\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"80\"\u003eThe Kiss\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"82\" data-end=\"106\"\u003eThe Burghers of Calais\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"131\"\u003eThe Gates of Hell\u003c\/em\u003e, highlighting their significance in art history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"593\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"593\" class=\"\"\u003eErotic Elements: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eNéret explores the sensual aspects of Rodin's work, noting how his figures often embody themes of passion and vulnerability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"702\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"702\" class=\"\"\u003eBiographical Insights: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book provides a brief yet informative biography of Rodin, shedding light on his personal life and artistic journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"704\" data-end=\"782\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWith approximately 100 illustrations, this 96-page hardcover book offers a visual and narrative exploration of Rodin's artistic legacy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"826\" class=\"\"\u003eAbout the Author –\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"1066\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGilles Néret \u003c\/strong\u003e(1933–2005) was a distinguished French art historian, journalist, and curator.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHe played a pivotal role in organizing art retrospectives in Japan and founded the SEIBU Museum and the Wildenstein Gallery in Tokyo.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eNéret contributed to renowned art publications such as \u003cem data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"62\"\u003eL'Œil\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eConnaissance des Arts\u003c\/em\u003e and received the Élie Faure Prize in 1981 for his contributions to art literature.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHis works include comprehensive studies on 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