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The film was shot in the B. Gerald Cantor Collection at Stanford University, California,. U.S.A. Professor Albert Elsen traces Rodin's development from his first exhibited sculpture (the Age of Br...onze) to later controversial works such as the burghers and Balzac. In addition, we look at many 'maquettes', drawings, 'snakes' and partial figures. Elsen shows both Rodin's indebtedness to nineteenth century figurative tradition, and his modernity which influenced later sculptures. Albert Elsen is the Walter A. Kass, Professor of Art History at Stanford University, California,. U.S.A. He is an acknowledged world expert on Rodin's work and has written several books on the subject.
The film was shot in the B. Gerald Cantor Collection at Stanford University, California,. U.S.A. Professor Albert Elsen traces Rodin's development from his first exhibited sculpture (the Age of Br...onze) to later controversial works such as the burghers and Balzac. In addition, we look at many 'maquettes', drawings, 'snakes' and partial figures. Elsen shows both Rodin's indebtedness to nineteenth century figurative tradition, and his modernity which influenced later sculptures. Albert Elsen is the Walter A. Kass, Professor of Art History at Stanford University, California,. U.S.A. He is an acknowledged world expert on Rodin's work and has written several books on the subject.
| Module code and title: | A351, Modern art from 1848 to the present: styles and social implications |
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| Item code: | A351; 04 |
| First transmission date: | 28-04-1976 |
| Published: | 1976 |
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| Duration: | 00:24:17 |
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| Producer: | Paul Kafno |
| Contributor: | Albert Elsen |
| Publisher: | BBC Open University |
| Keyword(s): | Cantor collection; Stanford University |
| Footage description: | Opening shots from Stamford. Elsen briefly outlines the importance of Rodin for modern sculpture. Throughout the programme there are shots of Rodin's sculpture to accompany the commentary. Elsen looks at some standard sculpture of the period, pointing out that Rodin's 'Kiss' is a straight forward work. Rodin's early career is outlined, and his admiration for Dubois. The 'Age of Bronze' is analysed, with Elsen pointing out why it was new. The Burghers of Calais is examined next. The furore caused by Rodin's individualistic sculpture of Balzac is described. Elsen looks at the various stages of the sculpture. Elsen uses various examples to show how Rodin used the whole body to describe expressions, feelings. Rodin's technique of continuous drawing is outlined. Elsen describes how this was expanded into his sculpting techniques. He also describes other techniques used by Rodin. The influential importance of Rodin's sculpting of partial figures, or parts, is discussed. Elsen describes how Rodin challenged the conventional ideas on finish and texture. 'The Walking Man' is examined in detail showing how it expresses dynamic movement. Elsen sums up on Rodin's influence and what he had to say about art and the artist. |
| Master spool number: | 6HT/72148 |
| Production number: | 00525_3204 |
| Videofinder number: | 3332 |
| Available to public: | no |
