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Grands Pyramides du Louvre
between rue de Rivoli and the Seine, Jardin des Tuileries, and place du Louvre
Paris, France
Artist: I.M. Pei
overview of courtyard, main pyramid and Louvre buildings
About this project:
This controversial glass pyramid entrance to the Louvre consists of a metal framework which supports glass panels. Four smaller pyramids and ponds surround the central structure. The interior space created by the pyramid is perhaps its strongest attribute.
PSARC-13-05-01