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Candlestick

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture "Candlestick" by Auguste Rodin depicts a figure with a head tilted upwards and eyes closed, wearing a hooded garment. The figure appears to be kneeling and leaning against a cylindrical object that rises from the base of the sculpture. The object has two raised bands around its top portion. The entire piece has a dark, weathered appearance with visible signs of aging and wear. The figure's facial features are detailed, with a nose, mouth, and eyelids. The sculpture is set against a plain white background.

Artwork details

Date:
(3200–2000 BCE) – (1368–1644 CE)
Medium:
Earthenware with green lead glaze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
462 × 624 px
Museum record:
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