The sculpture is a bust of an older man with a full beard, mustache, and wavy hair. He wears a jacket over a shirt with detailed folds and layers. The sculpture is made of white marble with grey tones. It is mounted on a square base, showcasing classical sculpting techniques and a serene expression.
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J.B. van Berckelaer

sculptor Auguste Rodin (French, 1840 - 1917)

1874-1875

Medium
marble
Classification
Sculpture
Dimensions
height: 47 cm (18 1/2 in.)
Culture
French
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CSD
Credit line
Gift of the Iris & B. Gerald Cantor Foundation
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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