France, Bronze statue at Palais de Tokyo, Paris, France
The statue France stands at the entrance of Palais de Tokyo, featuring a female figure that represents the French nation in monumental proportions.
Antoine Bourdelle created this bronze statue in 1948, during the period of French reconstruction following the Second World War.
The sculpture demonstrates French artistic techniques of the mid-twentieth century through its balanced composition and classical references.
Visitors can access the statue near the Palais de Tokyo museum entrance, with metro stations Iéna and Trocadéro located within walking distance.
The bronze surface of the statue changes color throughout the day as sunlight moves across its carefully crafted angular surfaces.
Location: 16th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1948
Creator: Antoine Bourdelle
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 48.86430,2.29710
Latest update: March 3, 2025 14:45
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