The Gates of Hell.
Rodin The Thinker Tate Modern
The
Thinker was originally located directly above the doors, leaning forward to observe the circles of hell below. Initially titled
The Poet and therefore most likely intended as a representation of Dante, the figure reflects on the tragic nature of the human condition, as was Rodin’s own practice with this piece. As with
The Three Shades and
The Kiss,
The Thinker, when extracted from its infernal context, acquires other resonances, yet it is as images of despair inspiring reflection on the torments of the human soul that these images possess the greatest power and come closest to Rodin’s original inspiration and intention.
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