Monument to Balzac (Sculpture)
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Monument to Balzac (Sculpture)Auguste Rodin

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Commissioned in 1891 by the Société des Gens de Lettres, Auguste Rodin’s Monument to Balzac captures the essence of French novelist Honoré de Balzac rather than his physical likeness. Unveiled in plaster in 1898, it faced criticism and was initially rejected. Cast in bronze in 1939, it is considered the first truly modern sculpture, showcasing Rodin’s innovative approach to form. This work is featured in collections worldwide.