“Le Grand Toscano” by Igor Mitoraj, 1983
Faubourg de l'Arche
Courbevoie, La Défense
Paris, July 2011
“Since 1983, a bronze bust of a truncated giant has stood on a granite pavement at the foot of the Tour Areva, reminiscent of the statues bequeathed to us by Antiquity. With this sculpture, the artist aims to remind passers-by that in this still young district, history and memory will one day find an important and necessary place.” (Le Grand Toscano, Paris La Défense)
See also: Testa Addormentata - Tindaro - Centauro - Tindaro Screpolato - Colosse - Ikaria - Bronze Doors
I'm not even going to ask. But would you believe we never made it to La Defense when we were in Paris - just not enough time! Next time!
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