Eustache de Sainte-Pierre was the oldest, richest, most prominent of the burghers, and the first to volunteer his life for Calais.
Jean d'Aire was the second to volunteer. He stands firm in his countenance, his jaw set with determination. He holds one of the keys to the city.
Jacques de Wiessant was the third to volunteer. He has one arm raised and stands behind Eustache de Saint-Pierre.
Pierre de Wiessant is the younger brother of Jacques de Wiessant. He turns toward Jean de Fiennes with one arm raised and his mouth open. He was the fourth to volunteer.
Jean de Fiennes is the youngest burgher. He stands with arms outstretched and mouth open.
Andrieu d'Andres is the one that holds his head in his gigantic hands. He seems the most vexed by his potential fate.
"As a group, the figures convey emotions ranging from pain, hesitation, and doubt to conviction and determination. Rodin presents his 'heroes' as complex, conflicted individuals."
*Special thanks to The Metropolitan Museum of Art for their resources for educator in helping put together this four day analysis of this amazing sculpture!
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