Monday, November 30, 2015

Pont de Bir-Hakeim



Pont de Bir-Hakeim


Built between 1903 and 1905 this steel bridge has two levels,
 the lower one for vehicles and pedestrians, 
and the upper level (the viaduct) supports Métro Line 6.


The iron sculpture framed by the yellow poplar leaves
is one of four on the main arches of the bridge.  
This one was designed by Jules-Felix Coutan and represents Labor.


This was my first visit to Pont de Bir-Hakeim,
and I will share more photos with you soon.


(Joyeux Anniversaire, Renée!)

Pont de Bir-Hakeim
entre 75016 et 75015, Paris
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5 comments:

  1. The GreenockianNovember 30, 2015 at 4:57 AM

    I love that sculpture - fantastic!

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  2. AndyNovember 30, 2015 at 5:01 AM

    Best viewed at full size that is one amazing sculpture.

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  3. JoeNovember 30, 2015 at 5:32 AM

    Love the framing on this one Genie. Great composition.

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  4. UnknownNovember 30, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    The "movement" of the metal sculpture surprises me. Almost can hear those hammers. I like the contrast among the gray solidness of the bridge and the yellow lightness of leaves. The living Seine...
    Thank you Genie, your comment is very good. You are an artist and a Paris expert.

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  5. William KendallNovember 30, 2015 at 6:02 PM

    Great detail on the sculpture!

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Merci for your comments!