La Peinture, Marble sculpture in Jardin du Luxembourg, France.
La Peinture is a marble statue positioned among trees and flower beds in the Jardin du Luxembourg. The work features carefully carved details and smooth surfaces that demonstrate skilled craftsmanship.
Jean-Paul-Paschal Franceschi created this work in 1886 during a period of artistic flourishing in Paris. The sculpture emerged in an era of significant cultural expansion in the French capital.
The work shows how late 19th century French sculptors carved human figures in marble. The garden displays many such pieces that reflect the artistic movements of that era.
The sculpture is easily accessible through various pathways in the garden and is wheelchair accessible. Information plaques near the work provide details about the artist and the artistic details.
This work is part of a collection of over 100 statues in the garden that function like markers of different artistic periods. Many visitors overlook individual pieces while strolling through the gardens.
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