The Kiss , 1906, Brancusi

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Describe the composition of The Kiss
2 figures intertwined that are seemingly interlocked to each other
no gaps between them as they have been carved from the same block of limestone.
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Describe the use of colour or texture in The Kiss
Limestone texture/ colour is natural Expressing the subject of the sculpture in the purest form possible
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describe the use of light & tone in The Kiss
Limestone is the a light sandy looking material which Brancusi has maintained.
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describe the use of space and depth or relief used in The Kiss
Takes up small amount of space
Originally Brancusi didn’t want to showcase these sculptures on plinths in order to further highlight the natural down to earth relationships however this was soon changed.
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describe the use of line and brushwork used in The Kiss
Very shallow carving into the sculpture use the block of limestone (different to the typical was of carving away majority of the block of material).
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What were the influence from cultural/social factors in The Kiss?
Influenced by experience of Romanian wood carving, folk art and African sculpture, enthusiastically collected in Paris at this time.
Brancusi brought primitive art to Paris.
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What were the influence from policical factors in The Kiss?
New movement of Avant-Grade rejected the sophistication of the urban experiences looking instead for truth in nature.
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What were the Stylistic comment and artistic influence on The Kiss?
Many artists aimed to copy/ were inspired by his artistic style. he drew inspiration from great names in the industry like Henri Rousseau and Edward Steichen. Shows his lean towards abstraction. Auguste Rodin’s The Kiss of 1882.
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what were the new uses or developments of materials, techniques & processes used in The Kiss?
Limestone was used with the core function of expressing the subject of the sculpture in the purest form possible.
Lack of detail makes it universal
The depiction brings out a vivid feeling of love and affection with the evident loving embrace and wrapp
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What did Brancusi say about The Kiss?
"Matter must continue its natural life when modified by the hand of the sculptor"
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