French Sculptures

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The sculpture is a bust depicting a man with pronounced facial features, including a furrowed brow and a solemn expression. The subject appears to have short hair and is dressed in a garment that resembles a draped robe or cloak, with detailed folds visible around the shoulder area. This piece is crafted in a subdued color palette of beige and light brown tones. The material of the sculpture appears to be a form of stone or plaster, providing it with a textured and slightly rough surface. In relation to the viewer, the bust is presented in a frontal perspective.

Jean d'Aire

Auguste Rodin

model 1884-1889, cast probably early 20th century

Plaster  Accession ID  1984.85.1

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G2
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The sculpture depicts a human figure with a slightly tilted head and closed eyes. The figure is carved from wood, showcasing a rich, dark brown color with a smooth, polished surface that highlights the natural grain of the material. The person wears a long, flowing garment that drapes down to the base, with feet positioned flat on a rectangular platform. The sculpture is abstract, with stylized facial features and limbs, giving it a somewhat elongated and angular appearance.

Christ

John B. Flannagan

1925

Wood  Accession ID  1985.18.1

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
The sculpture depicts a baby's head in profile, focusing on the right side. It appears to be made of dark bronze or copper with a smooth surface and subtle textures. The baby's features like the cheeks, chin, and ear are emphasized. The baby is draped in fabric, indicated in the lower part of the relief. The sculpture conveys the innocence and softness of an infant, and its size suggests it is meant to be viewed up close.

Paul Fierens

Alexandre Charpentier

1896

Bronze  Accession ID  2003.154.4

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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The sculpture is an amphora vase with intricate detailing. It features a relief of a woman in classical attire and jewelry. The material appears to be dark metal, possibly bronze, with a smooth finish and a patina. It includes two handles designed as mythical horse-head creatures. The handles have detailed features such as eyes, ears, and decorative elements. The sculpture gives a sense of historical richness and craftsmanship.

Vase

Paul Manship

1913

Bronze  Accession ID  2015.19.3683

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
The sculpture depicts a female warrior figure in a dynamic pose. She wears a helmet with a tall crest in the shape of waves and two large flaps by her ears that give the impression of large, pointed ears. She is seated with one knee slightly raised and is shown stringing a large bow that goes from her shoulders all the way down to her feet. Her body faces us, but her face is turned to the left, looking down at the bow. She has a straight nose, arched eyebrows, and high cheekbones. She is wearing a draped dress and sandals. The sculpture is a dark brown color with some areas of slightly lighter brown, and it reflects the light. It is positioned on a low, flat base of the same material.

Amazon Preparing for Battle (Queen Antiope or Hippolyta?), or Armed Venus

Pierre-Eugène-Emile Hébert

model c. 1860/1872, cast by 1882

Bronze  Accession ID  1987.25.1

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G3
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The head, shoulders, and upper chest of a woman are sculpted from light brown terracotta in this freestanding sculpture. In this photograph, the woman’s shoulders are angled very slightly to our right, and she turns and tips her head to look off to the left. She has a straight nose, full lips, and a dimpled chin. Fabric lies over curls piled atop her head and around her neck. Thin cloth drapes across her shoulders and chest, revealing one nipple. The bottom edge of the sculpture is curved, and the bust sits on a round, red stone base with molding at the top and bottom, and a tall, inward-curving cove around the center. The sculpture is photographed against a pale gray background.

Fantasy Bust of a Veiled Woman (Marguerite Bellanger?)

Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

c. 1865/1870

Glazed terracotta on red marble socle  Accession ID  2010.63.1

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G3
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A nude woman sitting with bent knees is carved from white marble in this freestanding sculpture. In this view, the woman’s body faces us. Her right knee, to our left, is bent so that leg lies along the ground. Her feet are together, and the other bent leg is upright. She holds her left hand, to our right, to that cheek so the elbow is close to the raised knee. She leans onto her other hand, which is placed just behind her with the fingers facing in. Her round face tips toward her raised hand, and she has delicate features and wide cheeks. Her hair is parted down the middle, rolled along her hairline, and is pulled back. The square base on which she sits is carved from the same piece of marble. The sculpture is photographed against a gray background.

La Méditerranée

Aristide Maillol

c. 1906

Carrara marble  Accession ID  1995.47.17

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
The sculpture depicts two seated female figures in a reclining position. They are closely positioned, with one resting their head on the shoulder of the other. The figures are carved in a flat relief style with minimal depth. They have their hair tied back and appear relaxed. The sculpture is made of light beige or tan stone with a rough texture. The surface shows detailed lines defining the figures' features. It is framed by a carved border on a rectangular boundary.

Two Young Girls

Aristide Maillol

c. 1930

Stone  Accession ID  1983.1.61

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G5
The sculpture is a bas-relief of a bearded man in profile, with sharp facial features and neatly combed hair. The man is depicted in a suit jacket, with a dignified expression. The relief is made of material giving it a bronze hue and a metallic sheen. Engraved text around the figure includes "A CHARLES MONOD" at the top, along with French inscriptions on the left side acknowledging him as a surgeon associated with l'Hôpital Saint-Antoine from 1886–1906, followed by "SES ELEVES SES AMIS."

Alexandre-Charles Monod, 1843-1921, Surgeon at L'Hôpital de St-Antoine [obverse]

Alexandre Charpentier

c. 1906

Bronze  Accession ID  2000.158.1.a

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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The image shows a detailed bas-relief engraving on a circular medal. The scene features a craftsman working at a bench, closely examining and engraving a piece held in place by a clamp. The craftsman is using both hands to manipulate tools and materials. The top half of the medal bears the inscription "GRAVEVR ET EDITEVR DE MÉDAILLES." The material appears to be a bronze or copper alloy, based on its color. The depiction includes the craftsman's hair and folded sleeves, giving a sense of realism. Various tools are scattered on the workbench in front of the craftsman.

Centenary of the Maison Victor Canale in Paris, The Medalist at Work

Henry Dropsy

1927

Bronze  Accession ID  2004.59.8

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
The sculpture is a relief portrait of a man depicted in profile view facing left. His facial features are prominently detailed, with a prominent nose, closed lips, and a distinguished hairline. The material of the sculpture appears to be made of bronze or a similarly hued metal, exhibiting a rich brown coloration with a slightly oxidized surface, visible through some dark spots. The relief is mounted on a rectangular plaque with text inscribed at the bottom reading "EDMOND DE GONCOURT."

Edmond de Goncourt, 1822-1896, Writer and Critic

Alexandre Charpentier

c. 1891

Bronze  Accession ID  2003.154.3

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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This is a bronze medallion or plaque featuring two figures and an engraved inscription. The central scene shows a figure lying down, draped in cloth, with another standing figure looking downward. The backdrop includes detailed foliage or floral elements. Above the figures is an engraving of a distant landscape with buildings and the inscription "XXIV JUIN MDCCCXCIV." Below the scene are the words "DANS LE DEUIL DE LA PATRIE," suggesting a theme of mourning or contemplation related to nationhood. The medallion is crafted with intricate detailing in relief format.

France Mourning the President of the Republic [reverse]

Louis-Oscar Roty

1894

Bronze  Accession ID  2000.158.10.b

On View: West Building Ground Floor, Gallery G1
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