The image of the Spinario, a young boy removing a thorn from his foot, embodies a scene of concentration and introspective calm. This seemingly simple sculpture evokes profound reflections on pain, healing and resilience. Throughout the ages, it has captured the imagination of sculptors, painters and writers, each finding in it a personal and universal meaning.
Musée départemental Arles antique
Avenue Jean Monnet
Presqu'Ile du Cirque Romain
13200 Arles
Languages spoken
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French
Go by bike
Average travel time from:
- Arles (downtown)
- Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
- Port-Saint-Louis
- Les Salins-de-Giraud