Calliope, Stone statue near Theatre Graslin, Nantes, France
The statue of Calliope stands near Theatre Graslin, depicting the Greek muse of epic poetry with a stone tablet and scroll in her hands.
Created in 1825, this statue reflects the architectural developments of Nantes during the early nineteenth century when classical art gained renewed interest.
The figure represents one of the nine classical muses, highlighting the connection between French artistic traditions and ancient Greek mythology.
Located at coordinates 47.2133403, -1.5622894, visitors can reach the statue through multiple public transportation routes that serve the Theatre Graslin area.
The stone craftsmanship of Calliope demonstrates the technical skills of nineteenth-century French sculptors in capturing classical figures.
Location: Nantes
Inception: January 1, 1825
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 47.21334,-1.56229
Latest update: March 8, 2025 06:33
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Théâtre Graslin
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Cours Cambronne
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Rue Crébillon
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Immeuble CGA
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Immeuble, 8 rue de l'Héronnière
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Mercure Nantes Centre Passage Pommeraye
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Immeuble, 10 rue de l'Héronnière
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Immeuble, 3 place Graslin
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Immeuble, 1 rue de Gresset
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Immeuble, 12 rue de l'Héronnière
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Immeuble, 5 rue de Gresset
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Immeuble, 3 rue Piron (Nantes)
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Immeuble, 7 rue de Gresset
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Immeuble, 11 rue de Gresset
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Immeuble, 9 rue de Gresset
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Immeuble, 3 rue de Gresset
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Pierre Cambronne
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Thalie
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Érato
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Polymnie
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Clio
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Terpsichore
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Euterpe
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Melpomène
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Éloge de la transgression
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Statue du Général Cambronne
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