James Pradier, Marble sculpture in Luxembourg Gardens, France
Description
The marble monument to James Pradier sits in the Luxembourg Gardens as a neoclassical sculpture with balanced proportions and carefully finished surfaces. The figure displays refined craftsmanship and shows the technical skill of sculptor Louis Desprez.
History
The monument was created in 1888 to honor an artist who taught sculpture at the École des Beaux-Arts from 1827 to 1852. Those decades were formative for how academic sculpture developed across France.
Culture
The statue reflects the academic sculptural traditions of 19th-century France, when neoclassical methods were taught at the École des Beaux-Arts. It honors an educator whose teaching shaped generations of artists working in marble and stone.
Practical
The monument sits in the northern section of the gardens near the museum building in the 6th arrondissement. Visitors can find it easily while walking through the green spaces and passing other artworks nearby.
Did you know?
The sculpture merges classical forms with realistic details, reflecting the artistic approach of the person it honors. This blend of tradition with a contemporary eye made it a distinctive work for its time.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (6th arrondissement of Paris).
Luxembourg Museum
40 m
Petit Luxembourg
112 m
Frédéric Chopin by Paul Dubois
111 m
Phidias
25 m
Triomphe de Silène
110 m
Monument à Delacroix
89 m
L'Hiver
86 m
François Rude
22 m
Jean-Antoine Houdon
31 m
Eugène Delacroix
15 m
La Peinture
41 m
Stefan Zweig
60 m
Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres
13 m
Antoine Barye
25 m
L'Effort
74 m
Paul Verlaine
133 m
Ludwig van Beethoven
86 m
Théodore Rousseau
29 m
Louis David
37 m
Pierre-Paul Prud'hon
25 m
Aimé Millet
44 m
La Messagère
34 m
Presbytère de Saint-Sulpice
72 m
Stèle à la mémoire de sept combattants de la Libération
119 m
Pavillon Guynemer
111 m
Chapelle du Petit Luxembourg
83 m
Jardin d'hiver du Petit Luxembourg
73 m
Orangerie du Sénat
10 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes