Junon, reine du ciel, Marble sculpture in Jardin du Luxembourg, France
Junon, reine du ciel is a marble statue in the Luxembourg Gardens that shows the Roman goddess in classical form. The work stands in a section of the gardens dedicated to recreating works inspired by ancient art.
The statue was created following ancient models and is part of the extensive sculpture program that the garden built over its development. It belongs to a group of works that reflects the artistic understanding of the Renaissance and Classicism.
The statue depicts Juno, the Roman goddess of marriage and protection, as imagined in classical garden design. It sits among other works inspired by ancient subjects that shaped European gardens from the 17th century onward.
Access to the statue comes through the regular entrances of the Luxembourg Gardens and requires exploring the marked areas. It helps to visit early in the day to see the works in peace, especially during good weather.
The statue is part of an intentional collection of works after ancient models, known as 'd'Apres l'Antique,' which makes up a special zone of the garden. Visitors often overlook the differences between original antiques and later recreations.
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