These two haut-relief sculptures are works by the same artist, Antoine Étex (1808-1888).
The first one is called La Résistance de 1814. The last photo shows La Paix de 1815.
In between are some close-up shots of details in the sculptures.
I took these photos in early September 2007 at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
These photos with the Lumix are really stunning. That's why I bought myself one when I was back in the States. I loved the Lumix TZ3!
ReplyDeleteMe too. I'm sorry I gave it away (to my niece). I wonder if she still has it and uses it. Probably not.
DeleteIf and when I ever come back to France, I'll give you mine. The sensor has to be replaced, but I' sure you can do that!
DeleteThe detail is exquisite, the horse even has a shoe! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI was struck by the detail, too. Not only the horseshoe, but the nails are properly placed.
DeleteThose are just amazing photos.
No doubt quite a bit of planning went into these monumental sculptures. The trees and the wheat in the last photo are pretty incredible.
ReplyDeleteThanks for these photos, Ken. It has always been difficult for me to enjoy the elevated artwork - maybe in the future I will remember to take photos so that I can review the sculptures up close later. Your photos have allowed me to enjoy all the passion and emotion the artists have put into that stone. Simply amazing. Such detailing and now I can see all of it.
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The horse is wonderful! War is hell. I'll bring you my Lumix when if I'm able to get there in June.
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