Faune dansant
4.5
(19)Faune dansant, or "Dancing Faun," is a bronze sculpture from 1850 by French artist Eugene-Louis Lequesne, located in the northeast end of the Luxembourg Gardens. It depicts a nude faun playing the flute while dancing on a wineskin. The artwork adds an artistic touch to the garden's natural surroundings.
Address
Luxembourg, 75006 Paris, France
Worth it?
Worth it if you're already in the Luxembourg Gardens and enjoy discovering charming, classical sculptures
Skip if you're not interested in statues
Location
Luxembourg, 75006 Paris, France
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Highlights
The sculpture captures a sense of movement and joy, fitting well with the many other monuments found throughout the gardens.
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Who it's for
This sculpture is for anyone exploring the Luxembourg Gardens who appreciates classical art and wants a quiet moment for photos.
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Reviews
4.5
Exceptional
5 ReviewsVisitors generally enjoy finding this "cool and funny" sculpture while exploring the Luxembourg Gardens, noting its artistic elegance and the sense of movement it conveys.
Fun facts
The sculptor, Eugene-Louis Lequesne, was born and died in Paris.
