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Griener, Pascal
Nineteenth-century art worldwide, 03/2021, Letnik: 20, Številka: 1Journal Article
Once his reputation began to grow, the sculptor Auguste Rodin (1840–1917) turned his attention toward his self-image. In particular, Rodin established an artistic lineage in which he presented himself as the dual heir to Michelangelo and Dante, two of the leading figures of Italian art and literature. This article demonstrates that Rodin's identification with an artistic genius and a prophetic poet can be understood not only as part of a trend in artistic circles during the nineteenth century but also as a direct consequence of his own upbringing and family background.
