The Seine and Marne Rivers, Stone sculpture in Tuileries Garden, Paris, France.
This stone sculpture depicts two allegorical figures representing the Seine and Marne rivers, crafted with detailed baroque artistry showing flowing water elements and mythological symbolism throughout the composition.
Created by Nicolas Coustou in 1704, this artwork originally served as part of the royal artistic program at Château de Marly before being relocated to the Tuileries Garden in 1720.
The sculpture embodies the French baroque tradition of personifying natural elements through mythological figures, reflecting the period's artistic movement that celebrated the nation's geographical and cultural heritage.
Located in the publicly accessible Tuileries Garden near Place de la Concorde, the sculpture offers wheelchair accessibility and serves as a notable landmark for visitors exploring Paris's outdoor art collection.
The work features Potamoi figures from ancient mythology, making it one of the few sculptures in Paris that specifically represents the personification of French rivers through classical allegorical tradition.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1700s
Creator: Nicolas Coustou
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 48.86488,2.32351
Latest update: July 24, 2025 12:47
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