The Prodigal SonAuguste Rodin

This bronze sculpture (1889) depicts a nude man kneeling with arms raised, embodying themes of remorse, forgiveness, and redemption from the biblical parable of the Prodigal Son. The rough texture and expressive pose convey intense emotion and longing. Also known as The Prayer of the Abandoned Child and The Dying Warrior, it showcases Rodin’s skill in capturing human vulnerability in sculptural form.