Europe, Cast iron statue in Musée d'Orsay, France
The Europe statue stands 2.22 meters tall and 1.58 meters wide, featuring intricate details that represent the continent through classical artistic elements.
Pierre Alexandre Schoenewerk created this cast iron sculpture in 1878, during a period when France experienced substantial artistic and industrial developments.
The statue incorporates elements of both classical and contemporary styles, reflecting the artistic preferences of late 19th-century French sculptors.
Visitors can find the Europe statue within the Musée d'Orsay collections, though its current location presents limitations for wheelchair access.
The use of cast iron for this statue marks a departure from traditional sculpture materials, demonstrating the industrial influence on art production.
Location: 7th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1878
Creator: Pierre Alexandre Schoenewerk
Height: 2.22 m
Width: 1.58 m
Accessibility: Inacessível para cadeira de rodas
Made from material: cast iron
GPS coordinates: 48.86001,2.32507
Latest update: March 12, 2025 13:00
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