Statue du maréchal de Tourville

The statue depicts the marshal in marble, showing him as a naval commander armed with a sword and staff while wearing a plumed hat. It stands in the public square of this small Norman community and serves as a lasting tribute to a figure important in French maritime history.

The work was originally conceived for the Concorde Bridge during the Napoleonic period but was eventually moved to Versailles before settling in its current location in 1931. It received official historic monument status in 1991.

The monument honors Anne Hilarion de Costentin de Tourville, a respected vice admiral who served under King Louis XIV. The statue serves as a focal point for local identity in this small coastal community.

The monument is freely accessible on a public square in the center of town. Its central location makes it easy to find when visiting this small coastal community.

The sculpture was created from Carrara marble by sculptor Joseph-Charles Marin, a material chosen for its durability. A restoration project in 2015 carefully reconstructed the broken sword blade to match the original design.

Location: Tourville-sur-Sienne

Creator: Joseph Charles Marin

GPS coordinates: 49.04549,-1.54500

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:28