This is Andrieu d'Andres, one of the brave burghers of Calais immortalized by Auguste Rodin in his famous sculpture. Here he's depicted (in a separate study that stands in Rodin's garden) thinking that he's going to a certain death at the hands of King Edward III. In fact, all six were saved by Edward's wife, Queen Philippa. [To see more b/w images, visit Dragonstar's meme.] |
Black and white and myriad shades of grey.
ReplyDeleteWhen looking at the entire group of figures it is easy to quickly scan by individual faces and their reflected emotions. You have provided us with some focused intensity.
Such a powerful sculpture. Excellent photo.
ReplyDeleteso many details and light/shades. very expressive face. great for B&W.
ReplyDeleteexcellent photo of a splendid work.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post.
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