Arc de Venet, Nice

If you go to the part of Nice near the Albert I Garden, you will find one of the most famous outdoor works of art in the town. Named as Arc de Venet, it was built in 1988. At the time, it was considered quite controversial by the French locals, but now it is accepted as a town landmark and icon.

The piece was designed by Bernard Venet. This work represents his early carrier. He came to the town of Nice at the young age of 17 and studied at the Ville Thile. His metal works of art are currently found in places all across the world. Venet has moved to New York but is still held in high regard by the locals.

The arch reaches way into the sky above the area. It stands a full 19 meters tall. Its black metallic color is quite interesting and plays well against the sky on a clear day. It makes quite an impression. The piece is also quite popular among the locals. Often, impromptu meetings are scheduled and held at the foot of this work.

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The surrounding park is a lovely walk among palm trees and flowers, and features other highlights such as the historical monument named Triton's Fountain (it came from Greece in the 1800s), as well as fountains and basins.