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Supporting The Musée Du Louvre

In celebration of our Paris flagship, David Yurman supported the Louvre in restoring four historic sculptures.

Preserving the Past

The Jardin des Tuileries is in the first arrondissement of Paris, between the Musée du Louvre and the Place de la
Concorde. Created by Catherine de Medici as the garden of the Tuileries Palace in 1564, it became a public park in
1789. Since their inception, the Tuileries gardens have been used to display art and sculpture. These French formal
gardens are a lovely place to walk and enjoy culture for Parisians and tourists alike.

Opening our Paris flagship store presented David Yurman with a unique opportunity to support the neighboring
Musée du Louvre in their restoration of four 19th century sculptures in the gardens. These four statues are registered
in the archives of the Musée du Louvre, and were chosen both for the significance of their subjects (god, hero,
prominent politician and statesman) and for their artistic value.

“These sculptures are a reminder that
ordinary men can do extraordinary things.”
“These sculptures are a
reminder that ordinary men can
do extraordinary things.”
EVAN YURMAN
EVAN YURMAN

An Outdoor Museum

The Jardin des Tuileries is one of Paris’ most beautiful
parks—a place where art and history converge. A walk past
the marble sculptures along The Avenue of Great Men, and
around the Grand Basin, is a thought-provoking journey
through time. Born out of the French July revolution of
1830, the sculptures show man’s heroic attempts to break
free from tyranny and establish a world defined by
liberty, reason, and equality.
An Outdoor Museum
The Jardin des Tuileries is one of Paris’ most beautiful
parks—a place where art and history converge. A
walk past the marble sculptures along The Avenue of
Great Men, and around the Great Basin, is a
thought-provoking journey through time. Born out of
the French July revolution of 1830, the sculptures
show man’s heroic attempts to break free from
tyranny and establish a world defined by liberty,
reason, and equality.
The Art of Preservation
The Art of Preservation
Commencing in Spring 2022, the meticulous restoration work will preserve important marble
sculptures by artists Ramey, Debay, Foyatier, and Nanteuil for future generations to enjoy.
Commencing in Spring 2022, the meticulous
restoration work will preserve important marble
sculptures by artists Ramey, Debay, Foyatier, and
Nanteuil for future generations to enjoy.
THÉSÉE COMBATTANT LE MINOTAURE
by RAMEY
THÉSÉE COMBATTANT LE
MINOTAURE by RAMEY
The statue of Theseus Combating the Minotaur was initially presented at
the 1827 Paris Salon by Étienne Jules Ramey. In the famous Greek myth,
Athenian Theseus slays the Cretan minotaur to save Athenian youths from
being sacrificed to it. While the story features many themes, including
love, rivalry, and tragedy, this mythical moment of victory has inspired
artists and sculptors for centuries.
The statue of Theseus Combating the Minotaur was
initially presented at the 1827 Paris Salon by Étienne
Jules Ramey. In the famous Greek myth, Athenian
Theseus slays the Cretan minotaur to save Athenian
youths from being sacrificed to it. While the story
features many themes, including love, rivalry, and
tragedy, this mythical moment of victory has inspired
artists and sculptors for centuries.
PÉRICLÈS DISTRIBUANT DES COURONNES
AUX ARTISTES DE SON TEMPS by DEBAY
PÉRICLÈS DISTRIBUANT DES
COURONNES AUX ARTISTES DE
SON TEMPS by DEBAY
In 1833, Jean Baptiste Joseph Debay carved this work of Pericles giving crowns to artists.
Pericles promoted the arts and literature through his patronage and leadership, and it is
principally through his efforts that Athens became known as the educational and cultural
center of the ancient Greek world. He also initiated a project that helped build most of the
surviving structures on the Acropolis, including the Parthenon—and in so doing, he both
beautified and protected the city of Athens.
In 1833, Jean Baptiste Joseph Debay carved this work of
Pericles giving crowns to artists. Pericles promoted the
arts and literature through his patronage and leadership,
and it is principally through his efforts that Athens
became known as the educational and cultural center of
the ancient Greek world. He also initiated a project that
helped build most of the surviving structures on the
Acropolis, including the Parthenon—and in so doing, he
both beautified and protected the city of Athens.
CINCINNATUS by FOYATIER
CINCINNATUS by FOYATIER
Carved in 1834 by Denis Foyatier, Cincinnatus’ humility in leadership exemplifies
uncorrupted power. Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus was a Roman patrician, statesman,
and leader of the early Roman Republic who became a legendary figure of civic virtue
by the time of the late Republic. Twice granted supreme power, he held on to it for
not a day longer than necessary, demonstrating great integrity, and leaving behind a
legacy of selfless service for his country.
Carved in 1834 by Denis Foyatier, Cincinnatus’
humility in leadership exemplifies uncorrupted power.
Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus was a Roman patrician,
statesman, and leader of the early Roman Republic who
became a legendary figure of civic virtue
by the time of the late Republic. Twice granted supreme
power, he held on to it for not a day longer than
necessary, demonstrating great integrity, and leaving
behind a legacy of selfless service for his country.
ALEXANDRE COMBATTANT by NANTEUIL
ALEXANDRE COMBATTANT
by NANTEUIL
Charles-François Lebœuf, called Nanteuil, carved this work in 1836.
Alexander the Great (born 356 B.C.) succeeded his father to the throne at the
age of 20. By the age of thirty, he had created one of the largest empires in
history, stretching from Greece to northwestern India. He was undefeated in
battle and is widely considered to be one of history's greatest and most
successful commanders. Here, he is depicted in a fittingly victorious pose.
Charles-François Lebœuf, called Nanteuil, carved this
work in 1836. Alexander the Great (born 356 B.C.)
succeeded his father to the throne at the age of 20. By the
age of thirty, he had created one of the largest empires in
history, stretching from Greece to northwestern India. He
was undefeated in battle and is widely considered to be
one of history's greatest and most successful commanders.
Here, he is depicted in a fittingly victorious pose.
The restoration project will address centuries of damage to the statues.
Engraving of Alexandre in his original 1830s form, as depicted by artist Charles de Clarac.
The restoration project will address centuries of damage to the
statues. Engraving of Alexandre in his original 1830s form,
as depicted by artist Charles de Clarac.