Auguste Rodin was a French sculptor; considered the progenitor of modern sculpture; but Rodin did not set out to rebel against the past. He was schooled traditionally; took a craftsman-like approach to his work; and desired academic recognition. Rodin is recognized worldwide for the exceptional authenticity of his anatomical sculptures. He strongly influenced twentieth century sculpture by his assemblage techniques and prepared the way for symbolism by adopting literary and mythological themes.It was the freedom and creativity along with his activation surfaces of sculptures through traces of his own touch and with his more open attitude toward bodily pose; sensual subject matter; and non-realistic surface - that marked Rodins re-making of traditional 19th century sculptural techniques into the prototype for modern sculpture. Rodins most original works departed from traditional themes of mythology and allegory; modeled the human body with realism; and celebrated individual character and physicality.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. whats not to love?By KlezKenA book about the Philadelphia klezmer scene by Hankus Netsky..; whats not to love?2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Essential ReadingBy PhilNCCompared to many other traditional musics; the study of Jewish party music or klezmer is hampered by a severe lack of sources. Therefore any contribution to the field that includes original sources and interviews from the older generations is very valuable. In addition; because sources are so rare; regional flavors of klezmer can be hard to understand. Hankus Netskys book on klezmer is invaluable to the field because it provides both a wonderful ethnography full of direct contact with lots of sources; esp from pre-"revival" klezmer; and also is focused on the particularities of one specific community. Netsky doesnt ignore the social aspects of the music either; whether that be an explanation of the elaborate crowning ceremony that accompanied some Philadelphia weddings or the bawdy; NSFW antics of some band members. I especially liked his inclusion of the importance of Odessan culture on Philadelphia Jewry; something often overlooked; esp in the klezmer scene. The book is readable for lay audiences and is devoid of academic jargon or excessive theorizing. It would have been lovely to have some photos; music files; or full length interviews; but perhaps these can be put on an accompanying website somewhere.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Carefully researched book ruined by a horrible printing in the paperback editionBy ElectronikerCarefully researched book ruined by a horrible printing in the paperback edition. The print is very light; almost gray instead of black; and the paper is a cream shade rather than white. The lack of contrast makes the book an exercise in eyestrain at best; probably unreadable for many. If you are interested in the book; I would suggest trying the kindle edition instead. Kindle books normally give you control of contrast and font size; which the paperback edition is sorely lacking.
