Cedar Rapids, Iowa— The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art (CRMA) will present BODIES: The Stunning Sculpture of Auguste Rodin and his Mistress, Camille Claudel “Their Passion and How It Inspired Their Work” on Sunday, April 6 beginning at 12:15 p.m.
Auguste Rodin, creator of the magnificent sculpture, “The Thinker,” was considered to be the premier French artist of his age and only second to Michelangelo in his enduring influence on sculpture. At mid life and mid career entered his muse and obsession, Camille Claudel. A legacy of work depicts the ecstasy and tragedy of their relationship.
This event will begin with a presentation by CRMA Curator of Collections and Exhibitions, Sean Ulmer “Their Passion and How It Inspired Their Work” at 12:15 p.m. Following the presentation, there will be a free screening of Camille Claudel. This classic French film (with English subtitles) stars Gerard Depardieu and Isabel Adjiani. Viewers will explore the life of Camille, as the talented sculptress becomes Rodin’s student, collaborator, and mistress.
See Rodin’s sculpture, Claude Lorrain, and the entire exhibition Malvina Hoffman: Rodin’s Last Student through April 20th at the CRMA.
This free public educational event is sponsored by: Barker Property and Development, L.C. For more information please visit www.crma.org or call 319.366.7503.
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The mission of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art is to excite, engage and educate our community and visitors through our collection, exhibitions and programs. The Museum’s collection contains more than 5,600 works of art by hundreds of artists, including the world's largest collection of works by Grant Wood. For more information on exhibitions or related programs call the Museum at 319.366.7503 or visit the Museum's web site at www.crma.org. The CRMA is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, with extended hours and free general admission from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday. The CRMA is also open noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, but closed Monday and major holidays.