The torso is cradled in a seated position by the relatively gargantuan right hand of Rodin, which was made several weeks before the sculptor´s death, in November 1917, by one oh his assistants, Paul Cruet, at the request, according to Judith Cladel, of a Monsieur Benedite. It is not known whose idea it was to create this composite work, but many scholars seem to believe that is was not Rodin´s.
This sculpture is in perfect condition. Bronze dimensions with marble base: height 10.5 inches (267 mm) x Width 6 inches (152 mm).
Marble dimensions: diameter 5.5 inches (140 mm). Height without base: 7 inches (178 mm). Weight: 7 pounds (3175 g).