Immortality Overtaking Time, Copper sculpture at Grand Palais, Paris, France.
The sculpture portrays a copper quadriga with four horses and a central figure, mounted at the front facade of the Grand Palais building.
Georges Récipon created this monumental work for the 1900 Universal Exhibition in Paris, marking the entrance of the newly constructed Grand Palais.
The quadriga represents a classical chariot racing concept from ancient Rome, featuring detailed artistry in the horses and human figures.
The sculpture stands 30 meters above ground level at the Grand Palais, accessible via Metro lines 1, 9, and 13 at Champs-Élysées-Clemenceau station.
The copper structure weighs over 12 tons yet appears weightless due to its green patina, which developed naturally over decades of exposure.
Location: 8th arrondissement of Paris
Creator: Georges Récipon
GPS coordinates: 48.86710,2.31320
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:53
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