Lot Essay
In 1904 Gwen John moved to Paris and formed a liaison with Rodin, for whom she posed. She was the model for the 'muse' of Rodin's Monument to Whistler.
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Study of Rodin's Danaid
Details
Gwen John (1876-1939)
Study of Rodin's Danaid
stamped with signature 'GJohn' (lower right)
charcoal
45/8 x 6 in. (11.7 x 15.2 cm.)
Executed circa 1905-9
Study of Rodin's Danaid
stamped with signature 'GJohn' (lower right)
charcoal
45/8 x 6 in. (11.7 x 15.2 cm.)
Executed circa 1905-9
Provenance
The Artist's Studio, EJ1092.
with Anthony d'Offay, London.
with Anthony d'Offay, London.
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