La Ronde

Auguste Rodin

1883

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century lamentation of christ

About this work

This painting shows people in a circle, their faces and bodies intertwined. It's a drypoint print, which is a technique where the artist scratches a design into a plate. The people in the circle seem to be dancing or embracing, and their faces are expressionless, which makes the scene feel calm and intimate. You can learn more about this style by looking at the work of artist: Rodin, Auguste.