French Sculptures

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The sculpture depicts a monkey seated in a contemplative pose on a circular medal. Surrounding the monkey are elements of nature such as plants and flowers, alongside a human skull in the lower right quadrant. A bird is seen perched on a branch in the background, with additional lettering. The material of the sculpture is bronze, giving it a rich brown hue with an aged patina. The detailed textures and features across the surface add a realistic quality to the figures depicted, creating an intricate scene from nature on the metal disc.

Monkey Contemplating a Human Skull in a Landscape [reverse]

Karl Goetz

1909

Bronze  Accession ID  2004.50.6.2

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
The sculpture in the image is a bronzed medal featuring the bust of Nathaniel Hawthorne in profile. It shows a distinct mustache and wavy hair. The sculpture is close in size to a large coin or medallion, with finely embossed details. The front face has the name "Nathaniel Hawthorne" at the top, surrounded by notable dates and images of a house, an open book, "1804," "July 4," "May 18," and "1864."

Nathaniel Hawthorne, 1804-1864, Author

Jean Désiré Ringel d'Illzach

1892

Bronze  Accession ID  2006.118.1

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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The sculpture relief depicts a woman with flowing hair and draped clothing emerging from a textured background. The material appears to be bronze, giving it a metallic, slightly reflective surface with a patina. The woman is reaching out with a wreath in her hand, adding a sense of motion. The design is framed by an arch, and the surface includes engraved text and floral motifs at the bottom. The use of light and shadow enhances the three-dimensional quality of the design.

Poetic Muse (reverse)

Heinrich Kautsch

1897

Silvered bronze  Accession ID  2008.116.1.b

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
The sculpture is a bust depicting the head and face of a man. The figure has an elongated face with prominent cheekbones, a straight nose, and a notable mustache. The hair is short and combed back. The sculpture appears to be cast in a dark-colored metal, possibly bronze, giving it a shiny, reflective quality. The head is mounted on a simple, square base with a small vertical rod supporting the face, creating an impression of the head slightly elevated above the base. The expression on the face is neutral.

Portrait Mask of Etienne Carjat

Aimé-Jules Dalou

model c. 1891, cast after 1907

Bronze  Accession ID  2004.166.9

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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The sculpture is a round relief with multiple human figures and possibly a vehicle or contraption. The central figure appears to hold a child while seated, surrounded by other figures. Some are seated on a wagon or cart, and others stand or walk beside it. The sculpture is made from a dark material, likely bronze, with a deep brown color and light patina. The figures are detailed with distinguishable features and attire.

Refugee Family [obverse]

Ludwig Gies

1918

Bronze  Accession ID  2004.50.3.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
The sculpture is a relief with two circular images. The left shows a chariot being pulled by four horses with a charioteer. On the right is a portrait of a classical face with a crown. The design is intricate, featuring leaves and branches. The material appears to be bronze, giving it a brown tone. The relief provides subtle depth, and the edges are slightly beveled.

Tetradrachm of Syracuse on an Olive Branch [reverse]

Ovide Yencesse

1920

Bronze medal  Accession ID  2004.148.4.b

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
The sculpture depicts a male figure engaged in a form of craftsmanship, specifically chiseling or working with a tool in his hand while he sits with one knee bent. His attire is reminiscent of ancient styles, featuring a simple draped garment. The sculpture is a relief, with the figure shown in profile, focusing intently on his work with a focused posture. The material of the sculpture appears to be a richly colored bronze or similar metallic alloy, providing it with a burnished, reddish-brown hue. The details highlight muscular definition and give texture to the clothing and hair. In the upper right corner, there is a signature inscribed on the sculpture, while Greek letters are embedded vertically along the left side. The backdrop appears smooth, allowing the raised elements of the sculpture to stand prominently.

The Greek Mint (Le frappeur grec) [obverse]

Ovide Yencesse

1920

Bronze  Accession ID  2004.148.4.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
The sculpture is a portrait medallion featuring the face of a man with distinct curly hair and a short beard and mustache. The sculpture is made of bronze, indicated by its dark metallic color and sheen. Details such as the engraving on his clothing suggest a uniform, with small accents like an anchor. The sculpture is a round medallion that provides a sense of intimacy and focus on the man's facial features. The surface includes engraved text.

Uriah P. Levy, 1792-1862, American Naval Officer

Pierre-Jean David d'Angers

1833

Bronze  Accession ID  2004.138.2

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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The sculpture depicts the head of a man with distinct facial features, including pronounced cheekbones and an expressive visage. The hair is styled and somewhat unkempt, adding texture to the piece. Made of a dark, bronze-like material with varying textures, the sculpture has a lifelike appearance. It rests on a solid, black stone pedestal, providing a classic presentation. The sculpture appears realistically dramatic, with detailed hair and facial features against the smooth pedestal.

Head of Balzac

Auguste Rodin

model 1897

Bronze  Accession ID  2005.35.4

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G2
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The sculpture depicts a bearded man draped in a flowing robe, who appears to be in the act of carving or shaping with a chisel and hammer. The man is slightly hunched over a block or pedestal, indicating a connection to his work with his hands poised in action. The entire piece is constructed from a dark material. The texture of his beard and the folds of the robe are detailed. The sculpture is approximately human-sized.

Rodin Working on his "Gates of Hell"

Émile-Antoine Bourdelle

model 1910, cast before 1929

Bronze  Accession ID  2014.4.1

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G2
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The image shows a sculpture of a human torso emphasizing the form and structure of the chest and abdomen. The figure is missing the head, arms, and lower part of the legs. The sculpture is made from a material with a light brownish hue, displayed on a wooden stand.

Female Torso

Aristide Maillol

c. 1905

Terracotta  Accession ID  1995.47.19

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
The sculpture is a bust depicting the head and upper neck of a woman with a serene and contemplative expression. Her hair is neatly arranged and pulled back. The sculpture is cast in dark bronze material, exhibiting a rich patina with hints of gold and green-toned highlights. The bust is mounted on a polished, marbled red stone pedestal with white veining, providing a contrast to the bronze. The woman's facial features are rendered with smooth details, offering a lifelike representation that emphasizes the texture and craftsmanship of the bronze work.

Head of Mrs. John Peter Russell (Marianna Mattiocco della Torre)

Auguste Rodin

model 1888

Bronze  Accession ID  2005.35.5

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
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