Paul Verlaine

Paul Verlaine memorial is a bronze and marble sculpture in the Jardin du Luxembourg, composed of a marble bust of the poet mounted on a curved pedestal. Three female figures surround the bust, each symbolizing a different human dimension.

The memorial was created by sculptor Auguste de Niderhausen-Rodo and installed in 1911 following a fundraising campaign for the deceased poet. The installation came years after Verlaine's death and reflects the lasting memory of his importance to literature.

The memorial honors Paul Verlaine, a poet whose work profoundly shaped French literature in the 1800s. The sculpture stands as a place where visitors can sense the artistic values of that era.

The memorial sits in the eastern part of the Jardin du Luxembourg and is reachable through several garden entrances. Its proximity to public transportation makes a visit simple, and the garden itself invites leisurely walking.

The three female figures at the base embody different sides of Verlaine's artistic identity. These allegorical representations were unusual for memorials of that era and show a deeper artistic interpretation of the poet.

Location: 6th arrondissement of Paris

Creator: Rodo

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

GPS coordinates: 48.84730,2.33330

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:25