Les Trois Ombres de Rodin
4.8
(23)"Les Trois Ombres" is an iconic sculpture by Auguste Rodin, originally created in the late 19th century as part of his larger work, "The Gates of Hell." The three identical figures represent condemned souls, pointing downwards towards the inscription "Abandon all hope, ye who enter here" from Dante's Divine Comedy. Each "shade" is a version of the same nude male body, turned in a different direction to create an impression of circular movement and entrapment.
Address
79 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris, France
Worth it?
Worth it if you're already visiting the Rodin Museum and garden
Skip if you're not interested in classical sculpture
Location
79 Rue de Varenne, 75007 Paris, France
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Highlights
The larger version of "The Three Shades" stands beside "The Gates of Hell," though its size and placement mean it no longer serves its original purpose of looking down upon the viewer.
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Who it's for
This sculpture is for anyone interested in Rodin's work or classical sculpture, especially those who appreciate art with a strong narrative and emotional depth.
Know before you go
You can only view this statue and other Rodin works in the garden and museum by purchasing a ticket.
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Reviews
4.8
Exceptional
5 ReviewsVisitors find "Les Trois Ombres" to be a powerful and beautiful piece by Rodin, often noting its connection to "The Gates of Hell." Seeing it requires a ticket to the museum and garden.
