The Burghers of Calais (Hirshhorn Museum)

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Artist:

Date Begun:

  • 1953

Media:

Date Completed:

  • 1959

Artwork

Artist

Auguste Rodin

Auguste Rodin (born François-Auguste-René Rodin; 12 November 1840 – 17 November 1917) was a French sculptor. Although Rodin is generally considered the progenitor of modern sculpture, he did not set out to rebel against the past. He was schooled traditionally, took a craftsman-like approach to his...

Dimensions:

Height Width Depth
  • 2.017 m (6.617 ft )
  • 2.054 m (6.739 ft )
  • 1.958 m (6.424 ft )

Owners:

Owner Date acquired Method of acquisition Last date owned
  • 1966
  • Mar 31, 1962
  • May 17, 1966
  • 1953
  • 1962
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