Statue of Fanny de Laninon and Jean Quémeneur

The statue of Fanny de Laninon and Jean Quemeneur

A picturesque stop on the Brest audio-guided tour, this four-metre-high bronze statue is the work of the Brest sculptor Jerome Durand. It depicts two emblematic figures of the city, heroes of two sailor songs well known to the people of Brest.

Two songs, one legend

One of the songs tells of Jean Quemeneur, a young man from the Recouvrance district who ended up drowned in the port. The other recounts the story of a man in love with Fanny of Recouvrance, a waitress. The sculptor brought these two figures together on a single statue, showing Fanny holding Jean back to stop him falling into the port.

What to see

Set on place Henry Ansquer, in Recouvrance, the sculpture pays tribute to the popular heritage and maritime culture of the district. Observe the symbolic composition, which freezes forever these two heroes of the Brest songs.

Practical information

The statue is on place Henry Ansquer, in the Recouvrance district of Brest. Freely accessible, it can be discovered at any time along the walk.

Who created this statue ?

The Brest sculptor Jerome Durand, in the Recouvrance district.

Who are Fanny and Jean Quemeneur ?

Two characters from traditional sailor songs, who have become emblems of the Recouvrance district.