Monument à Danton

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Monument à Danton, Bronze monument in 6th arrondissement, France

The Danton Monument stands 3.67 meters tall on Place Henri-Mondor, depicting the revolutionary figure with two young recruits at his sides.

The City of Paris commissioned this monument in 1887 to commemorate the centenary of the French Revolution, selecting Auguste Paris through a competition.

The sculpture captures Danton in an oratory pose, reflecting the importance of public speaking and leadership during the revolutionary period in France.

Located at 97 Boulevard Saint-Germain, the monument occupies the exact spot where Danton's house stood before the Haussmann renovations.

The pedestal contains an inscription indicating the historical connection between the monument location and Danton's former residence in Cour du Commerce.

Location: 6th arrondissement of Paris

Inception: 1891

Creator: Auguste Paris

Height: 3.67 m

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 48.85226,2.33914

Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49

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