Blanche of Castille

The marble figure of Blanche of Castille rises about 2.35 meters high, showing the queen holding a scepter and crown on a stone base. It sits in the Jardin du Luxembourg as part of a collection of sculptures honoring notable women displayed throughout the garden.

Sculptor Augustin-Alexandre Dumont created this work in 1848 at the request of King Louis Philippe I as part of a broader vision. The piece emerged from an ambitious program to commemorate important figures in French history through marble sculptures.

The marble figure belongs to a series celebrating influential women in French history displayed throughout the garden. As you walk past, you see how the royal symbols and formal dress convey the status and importance of this medieval queen.

The statue is accessible during garden hours and sits in an area with good foot traffic and clear walkways. You can easily reach it from the main paths, and the garden layout makes navigation straightforward.

The clothing and crown design reflect medieval royal traditions and include historically informed details about how nobles dressed. Many visitors pass by without noticing these subtle references to a distant era of French monarchy.

Location: 6th arrondissement of Paris

Inception: 1848

Creator: Augustin-Alexandre Dumont

Made from material: marble

Part of: Reines de France et Femmes illustres

GPS coordinates: 48.84671,2.33577

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:26