Vannes et sa femme, 16th-century stone sculpture in Vannes, France
Vannes et sa femme is a 16th-century granite double bust showing two painted faces of a couple set into a half-timbered house facade. The heads sit at the corner of Rue Bienheureux-Pierre-René-Rogue and shape the appearance of the historic neighborhood.
The work dates to the 16th century and was originally part of a house owned by Gilles de Bretagne. In 1929, it received official recognition as a historical monument.
The sculpture reflects a local artistic tradition, as similar couple carvings appear on buildings throughout the Morbihan region. This decorative house feature shaped the character of several medieval towns in the area.
The sculpture sits at the southwest corner of Valencia square where Rue Bienheureux-Pierre-René-Rogue meets Rue Noé. From this corner location, you can view and photograph the work from all angles.
In spring 2010, the upper portion of the male figure's skull detached, but was later restored by French preservation specialists. This repair preserved the visual clarity of the pair and its artistic impact.
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