Fontaine du Roi René (King Rene Fountain), Aix-en-Provence
King Rene Fountain (Fontaine du Roi René) is one of the fountains on the landmark Mirabeau Boulevard. It was designed by architect Pierre-Henri Revoil in 1819.
King Rene Fountain was built on top of a pyramid-shaped fountain, destroyed during the French Revolution. It now has a circular basin. On this basin is a pedestal with representations of Jean Matheron de Salignac and Palamede de Forbin, companions of King Rene.
The top of the fountain shows a statue crafted by sculptor David d'Angers. It shows René, the Duke of Anjou, the Count of Provence. The likeness shows him holding a scepter and Muscat grapes, which the count had brought to Provence. The statue was placed atop the fountain in 1822.
King Rene Fountain is listed as a historical monument. It was restored in 2009 to commemorate the 600th birthday of King Rene.
King Rene Fountain was built on top of a pyramid-shaped fountain, destroyed during the French Revolution. It now has a circular basin. On this basin is a pedestal with representations of Jean Matheron de Salignac and Palamede de Forbin, companions of King Rene.
The top of the fountain shows a statue crafted by sculptor David d'Angers. It shows René, the Duke of Anjou, the Count of Provence. The likeness shows him holding a scepter and Muscat grapes, which the count had brought to Provence. The statue was placed atop the fountain in 1822.
King Rene Fountain is listed as a historical monument. It was restored in 2009 to commemorate the 600th birthday of King Rene.
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Sight Name: Fontaine du Roi René (King Rene Fountain)
Sight Location: Aix-en-Provence, France (See walking tours in Aix-en-Provence)
Sight Type: Statue/Public Art
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Sight Location: Aix-en-Provence, France (See walking tours in Aix-en-Provence)
Sight Type: Statue/Public Art
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Walking Tours in Aix-en-Provence, France
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