The Wrestler
GAUDIER-BRZESKA, Henri
The Wrestler 'was originally modelled in plaster by Gaudier-Brzeska in 1912. This work is one of five casts (two in lead and three in bronze) from the original plaster. Before making the sculpture Gaudier-Brzeska sketched wrestlers in action. The way the figure's body is modelled shows a progression from his earlier admiration for Rodin's figure sculpture.
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Details
Collection
Amgueddfa Cymru – Museum Wales

Item Number
NMW A 2419
Creation/Production
GAUDIER-BRZESKA, Henri
Date: 1912
Acquisition
Purchase, 1972
Techniques
Bronze
Techniques (sculpture)
Fine Art - sculpture
Material
Bronze
Location
In store
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