Auguste Rodin

Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) was a French sculptor who is considered one of the most important and influential artists of the modern era. He is best known for his bronze sculpture "The Thinker," which has become an iconic image of philosophical contemplation.

Rodin's style was characterized by his use of unconventional poses and his focus on the human form, particularly the expressive qualities of the face and hands. He often worked in clay, which he used to capture the immediacy and vitality of his subjects, and he was known for his ability to convey emotion and movement through his sculptures.