Margaret of Anjou, Marble statue in Jardin du Luxembourg, France
Description
This marble sculpture depicts Margaret of Anjou in formal attire with carefully detailed carved elements. The work stands among other royal figures displayed throughout the garden's collections.
History
Ferdinand Taluet created this sculpture in 1877 as part of a collection honoring notable queens and women from history. The work emerged during a period when French society showed growing interest in celebrating female historical figures.
Culture
The statue is part of the Reines de France et Femmes illustres series, which presents important female figures from French and European history to garden visitors.
Practical
The marble statue sits in the eastern section of the garden and is easily reached via clearly marked pathways. Visitors can view it throughout the year while exploring the surrounding garden areas.
Did you know?
Margaret of Anjou was an English queen, yet she earned a place in this French collection due to her significant influence across European history. Her inclusion reflects how the 1800s celebrated women whose impact transcended national boundaries.
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