Jean-Baptiste Colbert, Historical monument at Palais Bourbon, France.
The stone and plaster statue of Jean-Baptiste Colbert stands in front of the National Assembly, depicting the minister in a seated position.
Created in 1810, the statue commemorates Colbert's role as Minister of Finance under Louis XIV from 1665 to 1683, overseeing French economic reforms.
The monument represents French administrative excellence through its portrayal of Colbert, who established manufacturing regulations and royal trade monopolies.
The statue is accessible via Metro line 12 to Assemblée Nationale station, with guided tours available through the National Assembly visitor service.
In 1988, the original statue was relocated to Reims University, replaced by a cast replica that maintains the exact dimensions and details.
Location: 7th arrondissement of Paris
Creator: Jacques Dumont le Romain
Made from material: stone, plaster
GPS coordinates: 48.86252,2.31850
Latest update: March 6, 2025 06:45
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