Equestrian Statue of Louis IX, Bronze equestrian sculpture at Sacré-Cœur entrance, 18th arrondissement of Paris, France
The equestrian statue of Louis IX stands prominently above the entrance of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, depicting the monarch seated on a horse in a commanding pose.
Created by sculptor Hippolyte Lefèbvre in 1927, this monument represents Louis IX, who ruled France from 1226 to 1270 and established numerous administrative reforms.
The statue reflects French artistic traditions through its equestrian form, connecting medieval monarchy with twentieth-century sculptural techniques in public spaces.
Visitors can locate the statue at coordinates 48.8863 latitude and 2.343 longitude, directly above the main entrance of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica.
This monument stands as the sole equestrian representation of a Capetian king in Paris, marking a distinct intersection between religious and monarchic symbolism.
Location: 18th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1927
Creator: Hippolyte Lefèbvre
GPS coordinates: 48.88630,2.34300
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:17
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