Action in Chains, Paris

#385 among attractions in Paris

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Action in Chains is a 1905 bronze sculpture by Aristide Maillol. The original was commissioned by Louis Auguste Blanqui, but was delayed for several years - it is still in the Puget-Théniers, for which it was originally commissioned. Secondary casts are in the Tuileries Garden and Caracas Museum of Contemporary Art. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°51'43"N, 2°19'55"E

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Louvre (Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois)Paris France

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Action in Chains – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musée du Louvre, Louvre Palace, Carrousel du Louvre, Le Louvre des Antiquaires.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Action in Chains?

Nearby attractions include Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, Paris (2 min walk), Accélérateur Grand Louvre d'analyse élémentaire, Paris (2 min walk), Port du Louvre, Paris (3 min walk), Pavillon de Flore, Paris (3 min walk).

How to get to Action in Chains by public transport?

The nearest stations to Action in Chains:

Bus

Pont Royal • Lines: 69, 72, N11, N24 (3 min walk)
Musée du Louvre • Lines: 27, 39, 68, 69, 95, Bleue (3 min walk)

Ferry

Louvre • Lines: Batobus (4 min walk)
Musée d'Orsay • Lines: Batobus (7 min walk)

Metro

Tuileries • Lines: 1 (5 min walk)
Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre • Lines: 1, 7 (6 min walk)

Train

Musée d'Orsay (8 min walk)
Châtelet - Les Halles (18 min walk)