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Hand

Auguste Rodin

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a human hand raised upwards with fingers slightly curled. The hand is crafted from a dark, metallic material with a patina, showing hues of deep green and black. The surface of the hand is smooth with slight variations in texture, and it is mounted on a smooth, rectangular base. The base appears to be made of a different material, possibly stone or polished metal, with a glossy black finish. The scale of the hand in relation to its base suggests that it is a tabletop sculpture. The artist's signature is visible on the wrist area.

Artwork Details

Date
n.d.
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
6511 × 9116 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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