Rodin Museum – Paris

French sculptor, Auguste Rodin is known as the father of modern sculpture and a visionary draughtsman.The Musée Rodin in Paris, France was opened in 1919 and is dedicated to the works of this prolific artist. The museum welcomes over 700,000 visitors every year.

Beschrieben als einer der schönsten Museen in Paris – a “gem” in the middle of the bustling French city of Paris; this gorgeous and romantic human scale museum and stunning park-like garden is a tranquil and magical experience for all visitors. 

The Museum is set in a large Chateau surrounded by beautifully manicured gardens, where many of Rodin’s spectacular larger than life sculptures are displayed. The 7 ½ acre garden is divided into four areas – the rose garden, terrace, flowerbed and wooded areas. One of his most popular and powerful pieces “The Thinker”, is prominently displayed. There is a brief description of his work & some of his words and reflections, featured on the trees. 

The lovely Hotel Biron, where the Rodin museum is housed, is an 18th-century mansion on the property which houses Rodin’s works in various stages of completion, as well as works by his mistress and muse Camille Claudel. Rodin himself lived and worked in the house for many years, along with various other French artists and creatives. In later years, he donated all his works to the French government. There is also a small painting selection including works by Van Gogh, Renoir, and Monet. Over two levels of exhibitions featuring Rodin and these other classic artists.

Inside the museum, you will find his large collection of busts and beautiful marble, terra-cotta, and bronzes pieces –“The Kiss”, “The Gates of Hell,” and “The Monument to the Burghers of Calais.”

Es gibt auch einen Kapellenbereich, in dem sich früher ein Mädcheninternat befand, das von drei Nonnen geleitet wurde, die das Anwesen 1820 kauften. Während ihrer Belegung wurden viele Änderungen an den Gebäuden vorgenommen und mehrere kleine Kapellen gebaut. Im Jahr 2005 wurde die Kapelle vollständig renoviert und saniert. 

Für Rodin-Liebhaber und Kunstliebhaber gibt es keine bessere Möglichkeit, seine spektakulären Werke aus nächster Nähe zu betrachten.