Monument to Charles Perrault, Marble memorial in Tuileries Garden, Paris, France.
The Monument to Charles Perrault is a white marble work featuring a central bust of the author surrounded by figures from his famous fairy tales. The composition stands about 3 meters tall and is located within the Tuileries Garden.
The sculptor Gabriel Pech created this monument in 1908 following a commission from the French state to honor the celebrated author. Perrault himself had written his most influential works about two centuries before the monument was erected.
The monument displays characters from Perrault's fairy tales such as Puss in Boots, figures that continue to shape how people understand classic stories. Visitors can identify these familiar characters as they walk around the marble work.
The monument is located near the Marroniers section of the Tuileries Garden where it is easy to reach. The garden area offers wide paths and is accessible to all visitors.
The inscriptions on the pedestal document not only Perrault's legacy but also the sculptor Pech's signature work and contribution. This detail is often overlooked even though it reflects the collaboration between artist and patron.
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