L'Aurore du XXieme Siècle (Dawn of the Twentieth Century) 20th century

"L'Aurore du XXieme Siècle" (Dawn of the Twentieth Century), a 20th-century relief sculpture by Jules Edouard Roiné, depicts a scene of allegorical figures symbolizing the arrival of the new century. The artwork features a central figure representing France, surrounded by other figures embodying the arts, sciences, and industry. This intricate piece of art is now on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY. Roiné, born in 1857 and passing in 1916, was known for his masterful use of relief, creating a sense of depth and movement within the composition. The piece was likely intended to inspire hope and optimism for the future, reflecting the changing landscape of society and culture at the turn of the 20th century.