Fontaine de la Pyramide, Historical fountain in central Clermont-Ferrand, France.
The Pyramid Fountain features a central obelisk made of Volvic stone resting on a pedestal decorated with lion masks and marble ornaments.
The fountain was built in 1801 to honor General Desaix, Napoleon Bonaparte's chief of staff, who died at the Battle of Marengo in 1800.
The decorative elements, created by sculptor Joseph Chinard, incorporate Egyptian motifs reflecting the artistic influences of Bonaparte's Egyptian campaign.
The monument stands at the intersection of Lafayette and Léon Malfret boulevards, near Lecoq Garden, in a central area of the city.
A lead urn crowns the obelisk, originally intended to contain General Desaix's heart, symbolizing the connection between the monument and the local hero.
Location: Clermont-Ferrand
Inception: 1801
Creator: Joseph Chinard
Made from material: Volvic stone, marble, metal
GPS coordinates: 45.77380,3.08684
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:51
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