The Roller Skater, Bronze sculpture in 1st arrondissement of Lyon, France
The Roller Skater sculpture stands prominently near Place Louis Pradel, depicting a figure in motion through fluid metallic forms and dynamic lines.
French sculptor César Baldaccini conceived this artwork in 1989, and the installation was completed in 1992 during a period of urban artistic development.
This sculpture represents the integration of modern sports activities into contemporary art forms, reflecting social changes in French urban environments.
Visitors can locate the sculpture at coordinates 45.7686896, 4.8375469, within walking distance from the Lyon Opera House and Hotel de Ville.
The statue employs César's characteristic style of metalwork to capture the momentum and energy of roller skating through industrial materials.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Lyon
Inception: 1989
Creator: César Baldaccini
GPS coordinates: 45.76869,4.83755
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50
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