Fontaine du Soleil, Nice — Guia do visitante e o que fazer por perto
Sobre Fontaine du Soleil
In 1956, Nice unveiled a fountain featuring a 7-ton marble Apollo and five bronze mythological figures. Then something absurd happened. Citizens complained the crown on Apollo's head looked like a Renault 4CV car advertisement, and they wouldn't let it go. The sculptor took hammer and chisel to reduce the horses. The fountain was dismantled in the 1970s and disappeared for decades. In 2011, Apollo returned to his rightful place at Place Masséna, one of Nice's most iconic landmarks. With Questo, you can explore how art, humor, and public taste collide in cities.
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- 4 Pl. Massena, 06000 Nice, France
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Perguntas frequentes
What was the Renault controversy?
When Apollo was unveiled with horses on his head forming a crown, it resembled a Renault 4CV automobile logo, sparking public outcry.
When was the fountain restored?
After 30 years of absence, Apollo was reinstated at Place Masséna in 2011 after decades of public debate about modern public sculpture.
Who sculpted the fountain?
The fountain was created in 1956, but the specific sculptor had to modify the crown's horse size due to public complaints.
What do the five bronze figures represent?
The five figures in the basin represent the planets Earth, Mars, Venus, Mercury, and Saturn.
