In terms of Rodin expresses the need for realism. Artificial beauty does not m depict the true meaning of the art. Natural depictions such as human nature is real for Rodin. In order to achieve the realness of human nature he focuses on the balance of his work. He says that there is a rhythm of nature that must be followed in order to create sculptures that encompass life and reality.
His sculpture was depicted as very sexual, there was a man and a women that appeared to show a lot of intimacy. It was shocking initially, but two naked figures was a very popular form of art in the Victorian era. It is very similar to Michelangelo’s work depicting the realness of the human body. They also had a very elegant feel to them because of the smooth marble and the fluidity of the seemingly flawless sculpture. Realness is also an element in the sculpture. Rodin does an amazing job at expressing the reality of sex and the beauty in its togetherness.
Rodin’s sculptures teaches the audience that craft is subjective. His piece, yet beautiful, was scandalous and not seen as appropriate by many people in the Victorian era. Creating something should make yourself happy, not the outside world. It is okay to produce a piece of art that may be banned or disapproved. Art will never be liked by everyone, but creating something that you believe in will always give way to a piece that you love.
“The Kiss”
