Photo of collection object The Thinker
Rodin, Auguste. The Thinker, 1880–81. bronze, Overall: 182.9 x 98.4 x 142.2 cm (72 x 38 3/4 x 56 in.). Gift of Ralph King, 1917.42. CC0.

The Thinker

1880–81

Auguste Rodin

Auguste Rodin (French, 1840–1917)

Modern European Painting and Sculpture

The Thinker, 1880–81. Auguste Rodin (French, 1840–1917). Bronze; overall: 182.9 x 98.4 x 142.2 cm (72 x 38 3/4 x 56 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Ralph King 1917.42 This enlarged version of The Thinker is one of less than 10 cast during Rodin's lifetime.
Maker/Artist
Rodin, Auguste
Classification
Sculpture
Formatted Medium
bronze
Medium
bronze
Dimensions
Overall: 182.9 x 98.4 x 142.2 cm (72 x 38 3/4 x 56 in.)
Inscribed
Inscription: signed on base near sinister foot: "A. Rodin."
Accession Number
1917.42
Credit Line
Gift of Ralph King
Rights Statement
CC0
Museum Location
SE South Entrance

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