Anne of France, Marble statue in Jardin du Luxembourg, France
Description
The marble figure of Anne of France depicts a woman in historical dress whose face shows determination and resolve. The work was carved with careful craftsmanship and stands on a classical base within the garden.
History
The monument was created in 1847 by artist Jacques-Édouard Gatteaux to honor Anne of France, who held power as regent in the late 1400s for her brother. This period marked an important moment in French monarchy when a woman wielded political authority.
Culture
The statue belongs to a series of queens and notable women, a collection of twenty sculptures honoring women who shaped French history. You'll find this figure among other female personalities spread throughout the garden.
Practical
The work stands in the Jardin du Luxembourg and is easily reached through the garden's pathways where you can walk among different areas. The best time to visit is on a quiet morning or late afternoon when fewer visitors are around.
Did you know?
This work was one of the first public monuments in France specifically commissioned to honor female leadership and governance. It stands as a sign of an era when women in political roles were rarely recognized publicly.
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