Pillar of the Boatmen, Roman monumental column at Musée de Cluny, Paris, France
The Pillar of the Boatmen stands 5.24 meters tall and features detailed carvings representing both Roman and Celtic deities on its limestone surface.
Constructed in the first century AD by the guild of boatmen, this monument was discovered in 1710 during excavations beneath Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris.
The pillar displays inscriptions and relief sculptures that demonstrate the connection between Roman imperial power and local Celtic traditions in ancient Gaul.
Visitors can examine this ancient artifact in the frigidarium section of the Musée National du Moyen Age, also known as Thermes de Cluny.
The monument contains the earliest known written reference to the Parisii tribe and represents the oldest surviving architectural element from Roman-era Paris.
Location: Paris
Website: https://www.musee-moyenage.fr/collection/oeuvre/pilier-des-nautes.html
Made from material: limestone
Website: https://musee-moyenage.fr/collection/oeuvre/pilier-des-nautes.html
GPS coordinates: 48.85056,2.34361
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:38
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