Château de la Mosson, 18th-century castle in Montpellier, France

Château de la Mosson is a three-winged residence with formal gardens that extends across substantial grounds along the Mosson stream. The main complex features a central structure with two extending wings that define the overall composition of the estate.

Joseph Bonnier, treasurer of the Languedoc Estates, built the residence between 1723 and 1729. The sculptor Nicolas Sébastien Adam worked there from 1724 to 1726, though only the exterior sculptures are attributed to him. After Bonnier's own premature death in 1744, his wife sold the property, which was largely dismantled and its finest pieces dispersed.

French sculptor Nicolas Sébastien Adam created numerous exterior sculptures for the residence between 1724 and 1726, with many pieces now displayed across France. These works represent some of the most notable artistic contributions to the estate and showcase the hand of one of the era's leading artists.

The grounds are currently closed to visitors as the City of Montpellier develops restoration plans for this classified monument. Check before visiting for any updates on access or guided tour availability, as conditions may change.

The remaining, badly damaged statues on site were copied by American artist Allan McCollum, who made polyester replicas of the five allegories. These were installed on the Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle in Montpellier, by the Corum, for the opening of tram line 1 in 2000.