Nineteenth-century sculptor Cordier also created busts of other African men and women in addition to African Venus. Which of the following was most likely his source of inspiration?

Question

1. interest in the African form
2. promoting human justice
3. promoting the importance of slavery
4. interest in using bronze to sculpt

Answer 1

The most likely source of inspiration for Cordier's works, including his busts of African men and women, would be 1. interest in the African form. Cordier was known for his detailed and respectful portrayal of African subjects, which suggests a genuine interest in their physical representation and cultural significance. While promoting human justice and other factors may also play a role in the context of his work and the era, the primary motivation behind his sculptures would align more closely with an artistic interest in the form and beauty of his subjects.