Monument au baron Larrey, Bronze sculpture in Tarbes, France.
Monument au baron Larrey is a bronze sculpture standing on a stone base in central Tarbes, rising approximately 230 centimeters tall. The figure depicts a man in formal dress positioned prominently on his pedestal.
The monument was created in 1863 to honor Dominique Jean Larrey, who served as surgeon-in-chief under Napoleon and introduced field hospitals. His work during military campaigns shaped the development of modern military medicine.
The monument depicts Baron Larrey, a key figure in medical history, and recalls his work with wounded soldiers. Visitors can sense how his innovations changed thinking about battlefield care.
The sculpture sits in public space within the city center and is freely accessible. It is a good place to visit while walking through town and exploring local monuments.
The work was created by sculptor Jacques Joseph Émile Badiou de la Tronchère and received special recognition when exhibited at the Salon of 1864. This presentation helped the monument gain attention as a significant sculptural work.
Location: Tarbes
Inception: 1863
Creator: Jacques Joseph Émile Badiou de la Tronchère
Height: 230 cm
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 43.23036,0.07352
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:27
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