Brest, Neoclassical statue at Place de la Concorde, Paris, France.
The Brest statue is a neoclassical sculpture by Jean-Pierre Cortot showing a seated female figure that symbolizes the French naval port city of Brest in Brittany. The work is one of eight city sculptures positioned around the square.
The sculpture was installed in 1836 during the redesign of Place de la Concorde, when the area was transformed from a site of executions into a place of public celebration. This change marked an important turning point in the square's history.
The statue is one of eight female figures representing French cities arranged around Place de la Concorde. These sculptures show how Paris honored its important cities through allegorical art.
The statue is located on the large public square and is easily accessible on foot with good accessibility throughout the area. Nearby metro stations provide several access options, and the square is free to visit year-round.
The statue stands at one of the eight corners of Place de la Concorde, flanked by two massive fountains designed by architect Jacques Ignace Hittorff. This symmetric arrangement was part of an ambitious beautification program for the square.
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