The Kiss Sculpture by RodinAuguste Rodin

Auguste Rodin’s marble sculpture, created between 1882–1889, depicts the tragic lovers Paolo and Francesca from Dante’s Inferno. Initially part of The Gates of Hell, it became an iconic standalone piece. The lovers’ lips never meet, symbolizing their interrupted passion and tragic fate. Multiple versions exist, including a bronze in the Tuileries Garden. The sculpture is celebrated for its depiction of physical love and emotional depth in art history.