Tomb of Francis II, Duke of Brittany
Tomb of Francis II, Duke of Brittany, Renaissance marble tomb in Nantes Cathedral, France.
The tomb features life-sized figures of Francis II and Margaret of Foix lying in prayer, with three angels supporting their pillows on the sarcophagus.
Anne of Brittany commissioned this monument for her father Francis II and mother Margaret of Foix, completed by sculptor Michel Colombe in 1507.
The monument marks the introduction of Renaissance art in Brittany, combining Italian marble craftsmanship with French sculptural techniques of the early 16th century.
The tomb measures 390 centimeters in width and 127 centimeters in height, occupying a central position in the cathedral's layout.
During the French Revolution, architect Mathurin Crucy organized the removal and concealment of the tomb, protecting it from widespread monument destruction.
Location: Centre-ville of Nantes
Inception: 1502
Architects: Jean Perréal
Creator: Michel Colombe
Architectural style: French Renaissance
Height: 127 cm
Width: 390 cm
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: marble
GPS coordinates: 47.21822,-1.55012
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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