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William Ernest Henley

2 of 6 portraits of William Ernest Henley

© National Portrait Gallery, London

William Ernest Henley

by Auguste Rodin
bronze head, 1884-1886
15 1/2 in. (394 mm) high
Given by the sitter's widow, Mrs Anna Henley, 1913
Primary Collection
NPG 1697

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William Ernest Henley (1849-1903), Poet and writer. Sitter in 6 portraits.

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Auguste Rodin (1840-1917), Sculptor. Artist of 1 portrait, Sitter in 10 portraits.

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Saywell, David; Simon, Jacob, Complete Illustrated Catalogue, 2004, p. 294

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