Nude study of Pierre de Wissant at The Musée Rodin, Paris
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In the aftermath of France's crushing defeat at the hands of Prussia in 1870, the French Third Republic sought to reinvigorate ideals of heroism and citizenship by honoring those who had made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. To this end, in 1884, the city council of Calais commissioned renowned artist Rodin to create a monument that would pay tribute to Eustache de Saint-Pierre, a man who embodied the very spirit of courage and selflessness. In 1347, as Calais lay under siege by the English, Eustache and five other prominent citizens had offered themselves as hostages in a desperate bid for mercy. Their bravery in the face of overwhelming odds would become an inspiration to generations to come. Rodin's first maquette, created in 1884, envisioned a conventional monument featuring his figures united as a group on a tall pedestal. However, by the following year, he had revised his design, placing the six figures on a low rectangular plinth at ground level, where they could be viewed from all sides. As Rodin himself noted, "I wanted to have my statues placed in front of the Calais city hall on the very paving of the square like a living rosary of suffering and sacrifice." To achieve this vision, he began by creating nude figure studies, which he then draped in wet canvas to model the sackcloth worn by the burghers when they surrendered. By combining studies of hands and feet from different figures, Rodin was able to create highly expressive and emotionally charged statues that defied conventional notions of heroic sculpture. In doing so, he set a new standard for modern art, one that continues to resonate with people around the world today. This remarkable object is part of "Scan The World," a groundbreaking initiative launched by MyMiniFactory to create a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from across the globe. By making these treasures accessible to everyone for free, Scan The World aims to inspire creativity and foster a deeper appreciation for the beauty and diversity of our shared cultural heritage. If you have interesting items around you that you'd like to contribute to this noble endeavor, please email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can be a part of this exciting community project.
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