French Friday: La Fontaine Stravinsky

le 27 octobre 2017 (300/365)

« Il ne suffisait pas d'entendre la musique, mais qu'il fallait encore la voir. » - Igor Stravinsky

If you're struggling with ideas for this year's Halloween costume or jack-o-lantern, the curious Stravinsky Fountain in Paris may provide just the right inspiration. Located in the Marais between the Gothic Saint-Merri church and the Centre Pompidou, the fountain includes sculptures by Jean Tinguely and Niki de Saint Phalle depicting Igor Stravinsky's Rites of Spring.

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Maybe something vibrant and whimsical like L'Oiseau de feu | The Firebird

Or maybe something spooky like La Mort | Death -- very Tim Burton, perfect for Halloween!

Perhaps something musical (La Clef de Sol | Musical Key of G)

Maybe an animal like L'Elephant | The Elephant ...

... or Le Rossignol | The Nightingale

Perhaps a mythical creature like La Sirène | The Mermaid (well, maybe not!)

Regardless of what you choose, have a fun and safe Halloween. Bon week-end!