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Érato, Stone statue at Graslin Theater, Nantes, France.

The Erato statue stands at the entrance of the Graslin Theater, depicting the Greek muse of lyric poetry holding a golden arrow.

The stone sculpture was created in 1825 as part of the decorative ensemble for the newly constructed Graslin Theater in Nantes.

The statue represents one of the nine classical muses from Greek mythology, reflecting the theater's dedication to performing arts and poetry.

Visitors can observe the statue from the theater square, where it forms part of the architectural elements of the building's facade.

The statue maintains its original position and material composition since its installation, marking two centuries of Nantes theatrical heritage.

Inception: January 1, 1825

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: 47.21334,-1.56209

Latest update: March 9, 2025 15:44

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