Item Report
Auguste Rodin Period Bronze Figure 'Eve'
By: Auguste Rodin
Style: French Impressionist Sculpture
Origin: France
Materials: Patinated bronze
Age: Cast circa late 19th to mid 20th century (original model 1881)
Condition: Excellent (patina and casting details well-preserved, no visible major corrosion or damage)
Value: $1,500,000–$5,000,000 (auction estimate for a lifetime cast or early authorized posthumous cast; later casts are generally valued lower)
Maker's Marks / Writing: Not visible in submitted image; Rodin bronzes typically bear the artist’s signature and often a foundry mark near the base.
Date: 2025-06-08 18:02:58.928771
Description:
This is a life-size bronze sculpture depicting a nude female figure in a pose of modesty and introspection. The rough, textured surface and expressive contour are characteristic of Auguste Rodin's impressionistic approach to form. This work is known as 'Eve', originally conceived by Rodin in 1881 as part of his monumental project 'The Gates of Hell', though individual casts have been made since. The figure is distinguished by her naturalistic anatomy, expressive gesture, and emotional intensity.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
An iconic and powerfully evocative example of Rodin's mature sculptural style, notable for its emotional resonance, dynamic pose, and textured surface. This example appears to be a high-quality bronze cast. Authenticity, value, and exact age would depend significantly on the foundry, patina, and precise casting date.
Individual Images:
whole item
Provenance:
No provenance documentation visible in submitted images.
Condition:
Excellent (patina and casting details well-preserved, no visible major corrosion or damage)
Identification Score: 98%
The sculpture's style, subject, pose, and execution strongly match Rodin’s famous 'Eve.' The impressionistic surface and naturalistic anatomy are characteristic of his work. While the image is clear, exact foundry marks or full provenance are not visible.
Authenticity Score: 80%
The work matches Rodin's known originals; however, as multiple authorized and later casts exist, and without a close inspection of foundry marks, signatures or provenance, a degree of uncertainty remains. The physical appearance is consistent with period and high-quality authorized casts.
Image Memory Note
Keywords
Rodin, bronze sculpture, Eve, French impressionist, 19th century, figurative art, The Gates of Hell
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