Small Torso of Iris 1901 - 1975

Auguste Rodin's "Small Torso of Iris" is a bronze sculpture depicting a fragment of a female figure. The work, which is housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, captures the essence of Rodin's signature style, focusing on the raw, expressive form of the human body. Iris, a muse of Rodin, is often featured in his works and this particular sculpture showcases the artist's fascination with the female form and his ability to convey powerful emotions through fragmented and simplified figures. The work, created between 1901-1975, showcases Rodin's mastery of capturing nuanced expressions in a small-scale work.