Alexander Fighting, Marble statue in Tuileries Garden, Paris, France
Description
Alexander Fighting is a marble statue located in the Grand Carre section of Tuileries Garden, depicting a warrior in combat. The figure displays a powerful fighting stance with realistic anatomical details characteristic of neoclassical sculpture from this period.
History
The statue was created in 1836 by sculptor Charles-François Lebœuf during the reign of Louis-Philippe I. The choice of an ancient subject reflected a broader trend of filling European museums and public gardens with neoclassical works.
Culture
The statue portrays Alexander the Great locked in battle, merging ancient history with French sculptural tradition. Visitors witness how 19th-century French artists expressed their admiration for classical subjects through their work.
Practical
The statue stands in the open grounds of Tuileries Garden and is weather-dependent, particularly during wet conditions. Visitors should note that the marble surface can become slippery in rain, and the surrounding paths may be damp.
Did you know?
The work lost both hands and its right foot during its time exposed to the elements, showing the wear of weather and age. These damages reveal how European sculptures evolve through natural erosion across the centuries.
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