Universally acclaimed for its meticulous physique, L'Age d'Airain is regarded as the masterpiece that established Auguste Rodin's reputation as well as marked a turning point in his artistic style. With a prideful elegance, its well- defined physique and lifelike demeanor caused many rumors, such as the claim that Rodin had cast a living model for its creation. However, the accusations only further elevated Rodin's fame. The sculpture was exhibited at The Salon in the year of its completion. Initially, Rodin named it The Age of Bronze but later changed its name to The Awakening Man or The Vanquished Ones. It was collected by numerous museums, such as The Metropolitan Museum, Musée d'Orsay, and the Victoria and Albert Museum.