Jean-Baptiste Colbert, Historical monument at Palais Bourbon, France.
Description
This stone and plaster statue stands before the National Assembly, showing the figure in a seated position facing the entrance of the Palais Bourbon. The monument is detailed and carefully sculpted to convey the dignity of its subject.
History
The monument was created in 1810 to honor a 17th-century minister who fundamentally transformed the kingdom's finances and commerce. His reforms under Louis XIV shaped French administration for generations.
Culture
The statue depicts a figure whose name became synonymous with organized government and sound financial management in French tradition.
Practical
You can best view the statue when exploring the area around the Palais Bourbon, where several transport options serve the neighborhood. It is best visited during daylight hours to see the monument clearly.
Did you know?
The original sculpture was moved to a university in 1988, replaced by an exact replica matching every dimension and detail. This swap allows the true work to be preserved while maintaining its symbolic place before parliament.
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