Hippomenes, Stone statue in Tuileries Garden, Paris, France
The Hippomenes statue stands near the rectangular north basin of the Tuileries Garden, depicting a figure holding apples in both hands.
Guillaume Coustou the Elder crafted this statue in 1714 for the Chateau de Marly before its relocation to the Tuileries Palace in 1798.
The statue represents the Greek mythological character Hippomenes, who won a race against Atalanta using golden apples given by Aphrodite.
The sculpture remains accessible throughout the year during garden opening hours, with extended visiting times offered during summer months.
During World War II, authorities transferred the original statue to the Louvre Museum for protection, replacing it with a replica in the gardens.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris
Creator: Guillaume Coustou the Elder
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 48.86359,2.32807
Latest update: June 24, 2025 07:20
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