Reviews of The Burghers of Calais. (Museum) in London (London).

The Burghers of Calais

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Abingdon Street (Stop L, London SW1P 3JU, United Kingdom

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this statue tells the story of the ending of the 1346-1347 Siege of Calais. One of the most famous sculptures by Auguste Rodin, this one here in Victoria Towers Gardens, next to the Houses of Parliament is one of only twelve that exists in the world. Have a look and a read of the plaque if you are in the area

P. P.

A monumental sculpture, “The Citizens of Calais” by Auguste Rodin, in a beautiful tranquil setting in the shadow of the Parliament buildings.

J. K.

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G. M.

respect to these fellas. big love from LTU.

R. B.

An interesting statue in a park (Victoria Tower Gardens) in the vicinity of the Houses of Parliament very near another statue of Emmeline Pankhurst. Definitely worth a sit down in the park to check out statues, the fountain and views of Parliament and the river after battling with fellow sightseers all the way from Westminster tube station

d. c.

Worth the slight detour for a visit... when pic taken the Burghers were either a) stolen or more likely b) away for a good scrub up and polish...

L. L.

Perfectly sculpted and situated in the shadow of Victoria’s tower and parliament

D. M.

Very interesting sculpture that is worth a visit. Do read up about it.

J.

For anyone who tells you "No one ever made a statue for a committee", just direct them to this sculpture by Rodin. It is intended to remind politicians of their responsibility to the people.

A. T.

Fantastic sculpture made by Rodin. Its copy is in Rodin museum in Paris. It tells a story from 14th century.

H. G.

Beautiful Rodin sculpture, unexpected!

C. A.

The Bourgeois of Calais for the French. We are in 1347, Edward III, king of England, grandson of Philippe IV Le Bel through his mother Isabelle, claims the throne of France on the death of Charles IV, 3rd and last living son of Philippe IV and without descendants. The French barons preferred a Frenchman from France on the throne of France in the person of Philippe VI the Valois. Edward, feeling spoiled, arrives in France and lays siege to Calais for almost a year. He is satisfied with 6 bourgeois to be beheaded to lift the siege of Calais. It is Queen Philippa of Hainaut who will save these unfortunate people.

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