Louise of Savoy, Marble statue in Jardin du Luxembourg, France
Description
The marble monument to Louise of Savoy sits on the balustrade terrace in Luxembourg Gardens and stands over 2 meters tall. The sculpture displays the French regent in formal presentation, positioned near the large basin that anchors the garden layout.
History
King Louis-Philippe I commissioned this marble portrait of the French regent, with sculptor Auguste Clésinger completing it between 1846 and 1851. The statue was created as part of a broader royal project celebrating important women in French history.
Culture
This sculpture is part of a larger collection honoring women who shaped France, displayed among other female figures throughout the gardens. Visitors walking through can see how women leaders are remembered and celebrated in this public space.
Practical
The statue is accessible during the gardens' opening hours, which vary by season and typically run from early morning through evening. You will get the best view on warm sunny days when the marble details show clearly and the terrace area is active with visitors.
Did you know?
The inscription on the base displays the birth and death years of this 16th-century French regent, helping visitors recognize an often-overlooked historical figure. This modest detail transforms the sculpture from mere artistic work into a keeper of personal information about the woman portrayed.
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