Print Authentication: August Rodin

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Though August Rodin is generally remembered a prolific sculptor, he also created a number of drawings and prints, including drypoint and lithography. While some of his drawings were made as preparatory studies for his sculptures, he also made a number over fifty portraits. Rodin is known for his modernist approach, often turning away from traditional approaches taught at the Academy.

In 1881, Rodin was introduced to printmaking by Alphonse Legros, a French artist living in London. Rodin proceeded to produce drypoint prints as well as engravings. Like many of the artists of his time, he was influenced by Japanese print collections.