Anne Marie Louise d'Orléans, Marble statue in Jardin du Luxembourg, France
This marble figure stands in upright position among the numerous sculptures throughout the Luxembourg Gardens. The work is finely carved and contributes to the garden's formal character with its elegant drapery and composed stance.
Created by sculptor Camille Demesmay in 1848, this work emerged during the establishment of France's Second Republic amid significant political change. The period saw public spaces reshaped with figures honoring historical and noble personalities.
This marble figure belongs to the collection 'Queens of France and Illustrious Women' and represents a noble woman who shaped French royal history. She stands among other female figures in the gardens, telling stories of women who influenced the kingdom.
The sculpture is freely accessible within one of Paris's major public gardens and can be reached year-round through multiple garden entrances. Visitors can explore it while strolling, as the work is part of the open garden landscape.
The woman depicted carried the nickname 'La Grande Demoiselle' in French aristocratic circles and was the granddaughter of King Henry IV. She is known for resisting marriage and living independently within noble society.
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