La Campagne, Golden sculpture in 16th arrondissement, Paris, France.
La Campagne is a golden sculpture by Paul Cornet that depicts a stylized rural landscape incorporating naturalistic elements crafted from precious materials throughout its composition.
This contemporary artwork was created in 2018 as part of an exhibition series examining the interconnections between modernity and traditional French rural life and culture.
The sculpture critiques consumer society by transforming nostalgic rural landscapes into luxury objects, questioning the relationship between artistic value and economic wealth in modern times.
The artwork measures approximately two meters in height and requires specialized maintenance by trained conservators to preserve the gold's luster against tarnishing and weather damage.
Paul Cornet drew inspiration from abandoned French villages to create what he described as a shining mirror of our dreams and illusions about rural life.
Location: Paris 16e Arrondissement
Location: Paris
Creator: Paul Cornet
Color: gold
GPS coordinates: 48.86242,2.28847
Latest update: October 1, 2025 10:25
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