Rodin’s Thinker Garden Statue: Estate

Description

French sculptor Rodin’s most famous work, “The Thinker” was originally part of a larger work called “Gates of Hell.” based on The Divine Comedy; a poem by Dante Alighieri. Instantly recognizable the world over, it has been described as “summing up the spirit of the day” as a monument to heroic labor. Originally named “The Poet,” the piece was part of a commission bye the Musee des Arts Decoratifs. Our over two-foot-tall, stone-finished, quality designer resin statement piece will command instant attention in gallery, spa, bath or garden.Product featuresThe divine comedy – written by donte originally inspired this statue as part of a larger piece entitled the gates of hell. when rodin decided to treat this nude male as an independent work, he was inspired by both intellect and poetryAuguste rodin – the French sculptor rodin is best known for his thinker sculpture and he frequently worked in clay, then had his sculptures cast in plaster before finally being cast in bronze or carved in marbleHigh quality sculpture – hand-cast using real crushed stone bonded with durable designer resin, our thinker statue is topped with an antique stone finish, perfect for home or garden displayDesign Toscano classic statues – exclusive to the Design Toscano brand, this sculpture is a timelessly classic work of art and a wonderful gift for philosophers, writers, poets and art collectorsOur estate thinker statue measures 13″Wx16″Dx25″H and weighs 31 lbs.Product details & specificationsSKUKY1335Dimensions16"Wx13"Dx25"H.Weight31 lbs.ColorOff-whiteMaterialPolyresinFinishAntique Stone