Equestrian statue of Henry IV
| Equestrian statue of Henry IV | |
|---|---|
Statue of Henry IV on the Pont Neuf (1618, destroyed 1792, replaced 1818) | |
| Artist | Pietro Tacca |
| Year | 1618 |
| Medium | bronze |
| Location | Paris |
The equestrian statue of Henry IV is a bronze equestrian statue completed by Pietro Tacca. The statue, which now stands on the bridge Pont Neuf, was indirectly commissioned by Marie de Médicis for her husband, King Henry IV of France. The original commissioned artist, Giambologna, died before its completion, and Pietro Tacca took over the commission. The statue was erected in 1614, torn down in 1792 during the French Revolution, and rebuilt by 1818.