Named "Salon," the artwork features 6 chairs positioned in a circle around a young woman and the Olympic rings on the ground. This expressive layout symbolizes the desire to come together and make the Olympics a multicultural event. Each chair represents a different continent: West Africa, South America, China, and Europe (twice). The 6th chair, inspired by an ancient seat, pays homage to the origins of the competition. Artist Alison Saar, known for her socially conscious art, also pays tribute to the planet through her work. The creation, made of copper and volcanic rock, is resistant to the elements and environmental pollutants, ensuring its longevity. The statue was crafted entirely in France, in Puy-de-Dôme, showcasing local craftsmanship and reducing its carbon footprint. A remarkable piece that encapsulates the human and popular aspects, as well as the dreams of peace associated with the Olympics.[#JournéeOlympique]
— FranceOlympique (@FranceOlympique) June 23, 2024
Dévoilement de la sculpture olympique installée dans le jardin Aznavour, en présence Thomas Bach, président du CIO, David Lappartient, président du CNOSF, Jeanne D'Hauteserre, maire du 8e arrondissement, et de l'artiste américaine Alison Saar.
Cette œuvre,… pic.twitter.com/pqnun8GRyF
Sculpture olympique de Paris 2024 : d'une fonderie auvergnate aux jardins des Champs-Élysées.
— Rédaction de France Culture (@FC_actu) June 22, 2024
Une oeuvre pérenne réalisée par la plasticienne 🇺🇸 Alison Saar.
Reportage dans le Puy-de-Dôme et explications du CIO sur ce projet artistique https://t.co/6s6e1ScOFv pic.twitter.com/4w8OPXfibJ
Salon
Jardin Charles Aznavour - 8th
