Rosita

c. 1890/1899

Aristide Maillol

Associated Names
Aristide Maillol

Sculptor, French, 1861 - 1944

The sculpture depicts a nude female figure standing in a contrapposto pose, with one leg slightly bent and the other supporting her weight. Her arms are raised, and her hands rest on the back of her head, which is inclined downwards. The sculpture is made of a material that resembles terracotta or clay, giving it a warm, earthy, brownish hue. The surface of the sculpture is relatively smooth, showcasing subtle curves and anatomical details, like the muscles and outlines of the body. The figure's facial features are not detailed, focusing more on the overall form rather than intricate facial details. The sculpture stands on a simple base, made of the same material, which supports the figure at the feet.
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On View

West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5


Artwork overview


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Albert Sarraut; (Galerie Dina Vierny, Paris); purchased 1967 by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, Upperville, Virginia; gift 1983 to NGA.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1994

  • Sculpture: An Illustrated Catalogue. National Gallery of Art, Washington, 1994: 140, repro.

Inscriptions

on base at rear, in monogram: M

Wikidata ID

Q63860712

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