Gazing up at the Buste de Frédéric Lemaître, a peculiar question popped into my head. What secrets does this metal figure hold? The Buste de Frédéric Lemaître stands proudly in the 10th arrondissement of Paris. It’s a tribute to a renowned comedian, Frédéric Lemaître, who graced the stages from 1800 to 1876. The bust, sculpted by Pierre Granet, overlooks the Canal Saint-Martin where it descends underground, right at the intersection of Rue du Faubourg-du-Temple. The Buste de Frédéric Lemaître isn’t alone. Across the street, in Square Jules-Ferry, stands La Grisette de 1830, a statue by Jean-Bernard Descomps. Imagine these two figures silently conversing across the bustling street. Our bust portrays Lemaître with his head turned to the right, his gaze drifting leftward. He appears clean-shaven, his wavy hair full and voluminous. He’s dressed in a frock coat and a cravat, fashionable in the 1830s. The pedestal bears an inscription: “To the memory of Frédéric Lemaître, comedian, 1800-1876. His admirers, his friends.” This inscription speaks volumes about the love and respect he garnered. The Buste de Frédéric Lemaître is easily accessible. You can reach it via metro lines 3, 5, 8, 9, and 11 at République station, or line 11 at Goncourt station. The Buste de Frédéric Lemaître serves as a timeless reminder of a beloved comedian, his presence forever etched in the heart of Paris. His legacy continues to inspire laughter and admiration, even in the modern age.
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