Plaque commémorative de la chaussée Barbin

The commemorative plaque of Chaussée Barbin is a metal artwork created by artist Jacques Raoult situated within an active public space in Nantes. The work integrates itself into the everyday urban landscape as a functional part of the city's streetscape.

The artwork was created in 1993 during a period when Nantes was undergoing artistic renewal and urban transformation. This timing marked the beginning of an era when art installations would help reshape the city's character.

The plaque represents how the city honors important moments through public art placed in everyday spaces where residents pass by. It reflects Nantes' approach to weaving memory and artistic expression into urban life.

The artwork is located in an area easy to reach on foot, particularly via tram line 1 which has several nearby stops. Visitors exploring the neighborhood will naturally come across it during a walk through the area.

Jacques Raoult designed this work to blend subtly into the urban surroundings rather than demand attention loudly. This means visitors might walk past it several times before truly noticing its presence.