Fame Riding Pegasus, Stone sculpture in Tuileries Garden, France
Description
Fame Riding Pegasus is a stone sculpture in Tuileries Garden that depicts the goddess of fame mounted on the winged mythical horse, captured in forward motion. The current version is a replacement of the original marble sculpture, which now resides in the Louvre.
History
Created by Antoine Coysevox between 1698 and 1702, the sculpture first stood at the entrance of Marly estate. It was moved to Tuileries Garden in 1719, where it became part of the garden's permanent arrangement.
Culture
The sculpture blends French Baroque traditions with classical mythology, showing how artists used ancient stories to celebrate royal power. Visitors can observe the merging of royal symbols with timeless themes from ancient cultures.
Practical
The sculpture sits in the western section of Tuileries Garden, easily accessible from main pathways. Keep in mind this is a copy of the original, which is on view at the Louvre, so visitors can see both versions.
Did you know?
The work displays remarkable technical skill in depicting the winged horse with realistic muscles and tensed body. The details of the movement capture how 17th-century French masters merged anatomical knowledge with artistic grace.
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