Balzac Honore De Honore Balssa Collection

Portrait of Balzac, modeled 1893 (cast 1926 / 33). Creator: Auguste Rodin
Portrait of Balzac, modeled 1893 (cast 1926/33)

More than once, while leaving the masked ball Mr. de *** was arrested by the patrol officers from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

I was ignominiously arrested from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

Having said that, this poor invalid gives us a curtsy, and goes hobbling off from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

Friends, the wise one places his glory in eating well from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

As soon as I set foot on the island... from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

He tells us: don t cry, Act! from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

An Old Butterfly from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

All of the wolves are brothers from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

After, in came the body of guards armed with terrible stings from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

After accepting a glass of sweet water, the illustrious orator descends from the platform from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

A very well put insect and beautiful dancer from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

What do you say about the butterfly hunt? from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

This protest was stifled by the noise of private conversations from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

There are men who walk around begging on fertile ground from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

She responded to my protests and oaths with a tone of mockery so cold that I swore to die from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

The Beautiful World of the Tuileries from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

The studies are painful, expensive; but the students are intrepid from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

Head of Balzac, model 1897, cast probably early 20th century. Creator: Auguste Rodin
Head of Balzac, model 1897, cast probably early 20th century

Head of Balzac, model 1897. Creator: Auguste Rodin
Head of Balzac, model 1897

My new master from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

I saw a wolf standing guard from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

I ordinarily opened the ball with the prettiest villager from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

I left as the Attorney-General of Moinraux in Paris from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

Here is one who mends by nicely biting from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

A Stork was called to the presidency... from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

His son, who looked like him in every way... from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

He had only his beautiful colors... from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

Private and Public Life of Animals; Scenes of Customs, ca. 1837-47

We are going to incise the muscles, saw the bones, in a word, heal the sick from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

Now, I understand the mother wolf of Rome from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

To pay the landlord, a very harsh man, whose name was M. Vautour from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

The further we go, the less we penetrate the horrible mystery of which the unfortunate toad was a victim from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

The first show that struck me was the wonderful activity of these people from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

The favorite object of his studies is the collection of Idylles by Madame Deshouliè
The favorite object of his studies is the collection of Idylles by Madame Deshoulieres from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

Only his belly was remarkable from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

The Proprietor from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

We live between ourselves, we hate the nuisances and the visits from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

The occupations of my contemplative life were very simple from Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, ca. 1837-47

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"Balzac: A Literary Titan and His Artistic Legacy" Auguste Rodin's iconic portrait of Balzac, modeled in 1893 and cast in 1926/33, captures the essence of this renowned French author. Honore de Balssa, known by his pen name Honoré de Balzac, was a prolific writer whose works continue to captivate readers worldwide. In his literary masterpiece "Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, " Balzac explores various facets of human nature through allegorical animal characters. The arrest scene at the masked ball reflects his keen observation of society's complexities as Mr. De *** is apprehended by the patrol more than once. From ignominious arrests to graceful curtsies, Balzac portrays a range of emotions and experiences. This poor invalid gives us a poignant glimpse into the struggles faced by individuals on society's fringes. Balzac also delves into gastronomy as he humorously suggests that true wisdom lies in savoring good food. In "Scenes from the Private, " friends gather around to enjoy sumptuous meals while contemplating life's mysteries. The island setting becomes a metaphorical canvas for exploration and self-discovery in Balzac's writings. As soon as he sets foot on this symbolic landmass, new adventures unfold before him. Through his characters' voices, Balzac urges action over tears – an inspiring call to embrace life fully rather than succumbing to despair or sorrow. In "Scenes from the Private and Public Life of Animals, " an old butterfly symbolizes both fragility and resilience amidst life's challenges. This delicate creature dances gracefully despite its vulnerability – a testament to our capacity for beauty even in adversity. "All wolves are brothers" echoes throughout these scenes, reminding us that beneath our differences lie shared humanity. It serves as a powerful reminder that unity can overcome division if we recognize our common bonds.