Allegory of Spring
1882-1888
Most people know Auguste Rodin for his heavy bronze sculptures like *The Thinker*, but this sketch reveals his lighter, more whimsical side. Created in the 1880s, the drawing features a nude woman—personifying Spring—struggling under the weight of a wriggling bundle of cherubs on her shoulders. The rapid, scratchy lines create a sense of frantic energy, as if she is rushing to deliver the season's rebirth. It’s a wonderful example of how a master sculptor used quick paper sketches to capture movement and emotion before committing to stone.
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