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Rodin Exhibition in Treviso Explores Monumental Works and Artistic Legacy

exhibition · 2026-05-05

In Treviso, Italy, an exhibition presents approximately fifty pieces by Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) from the Musée Rodin in Paris. Organized into three distinct sections, it emphasizes Rodin's significant works, including The Gates of Hell, The Burghers of Calais, and the Balzac statue. Visitors conclude their experience in the Barbisan hypogeum hall, which highlights the interplay between bronzes and marbles. The exhibit also explores Rodin's ties with Impressionists, featuring a painting from the 1889 Paris exhibition, and addresses controversies like those surrounding The Age of Bronze. Influenced by his 1876 visit to Florence, key pieces on display include The Thinker, The Kiss, and the 1909 cast of the Head of Pierre de Wissant. Curated by Marco Goldin, it underscores Rodin's influence on contemporary sculpture.

Key facts

  • Exhibition in Treviso features about 50 works from Musée Rodin.
  • Three sections: The Gates of Hell, The Burghers of Calais, Balzac.
  • Includes plasters, marbles, bronzes (cast during his life or later), and about 20 drawings.
  • Highlights Rodin's connection with Impressionists, notably a painting from 1889 Paris exhibition with Monet.
  • Rodin was accused of using a life cast for The Age of Bronze.
  • 1876 trip to Florence influenced Rodin through Michelangelo's non-finito.
  • The Gates of Hell third sketch and figures like The Thinker and The Kiss are displayed.
  • Balzac statue was rejected by Société des Gens de Lettres; Rodin kept it.
  • Photograph by Edward Steichen of the Balzac statue in Rodin's Meudon garden is shown.
  • Curated by Marco Goldin; exhibition runs in Treviso.

Entities

Artists

  • Auguste Rodin
  • Marco Goldin
  • Edward Steichen
  • Michelangelo
  • Claude Monet

Institutions

  • Musée Rodin
  • Société des Gens de Lettres
  • Artribune
  • Museo Santa Caterina
  • Museo di Santa Caterina
  • Grand Palais
  • Metropolitan Museum of Art

Locations

  • Treviso
  • Italy
  • Paris
  • France
  • Meudon
  • Florence
  • Calais
  • New York
  • United States

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