Comptine

Comptine is an art installation in the Tuileries Garden made up of multiple bronze, epoxy resin, and iron sculptures distributed across the space between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde. The pieces are arranged throughout the garden in a playful composition.

French artist Anne Rochette created this installation in 1999 as part of a national effort to introduce contemporary art into the historic Tuileries Garden. The project represented a new approach to blending modern artistic expression with classical garden spaces.

The name Comptine means nursery rhyme, and the sculptures feature mushroom shapes and other playful forms throughout the garden space. These whimsical figures create a direct link between childhood imagination and the formal landscape surrounding them.

The installation is located in Paris's 1st arrondissement and remains open year-round during regular garden hours. The sculptures are fully accessible to people using wheelchairs or with mobility considerations.

The colorful painted finishes on the sculptures create an unexpected visual bridge between modern artistic thinking and the formal design principles of the 16th century garden. This color contrast generates a dialogue between different time periods within the same space.

Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris

Inception: 1999

Creator: Anne Rochette

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Made from material: bronze, epoxy resins, iron

GPS coordinates: 48.86320,2.32529

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:24