Cette page existe aussi en français. Voir en français

Esta página también está disponible en español. Ver en español

Back
Zeus, the metallic horse at the MuAM - The installation

Photo : @Agreestudio

Oct 13 – Jan 10Free

Zeus, the metallic horse at the MuAM - The installation

The iconic metallic stallion that captivated the world has arrived for a long-term residency outside the museum. It is a stunning display of mechanical artistry that bridges the gap between industrial design and pure poetic wonder. Make sure to witness this larger-than-life centerpiece that continues to redefine urban art.

Musée des arts et métiers (Paris 3rd)

Book

About

Zeus, the colossal metallic horse that captivated audiences during the Olympic Games opening ceremony, has arrived on the esplanade of the Musée des arts et métiers. Created by Atelier blam under the artistic vision of director Thomas Jolly, this mechanical marvel represents a unique blend of engineering excellence and artistic poetry. The installation is open to the public free of charge until January 10, 2027. Designed to be inclusive, the site is fully wheelchair accessible, welcoming all visitors to witness this iconic sculpture up close as it concludes its journey across France in the heart of Paris.

After crossing the Seine on a trimaran during the Olympic Games opening ceremony and traveling through iconic locations such as Versailles, Mont Saint-Michel, and the Mucem, Zeus settles on the MuAM forecourt, available for everyone to see until January 2027.

Spearheaded by director Thomas Jolly and imagined and created by Atelier blam, Zeus is much more than just a sculpture: it is a manifesto of French excellence, a symbol of technical mastery and mechanical poetry.

Let yourself be amazed by this artistic feat, which has become a symbol of beauty, ingenuity, and innovation.

  • From Wednesday, December 17, 2025, to Sunday, January 10, 2027
  • Free access, on the museum forecourt
Our take on this event

Following its legendary journey across the Seine and exhibitions at prestigious landmarks such as the Palace of Versailles, Mont Saint-Michel, and the Mucem, the metallic horse Zeus is now on display in Paris. This artistic installation serves as a testament to French technical mastery and creative innovation, brought to life through the collaboration between director Thomas Jolly and the design team at Atelier blam.

You can view the sculpture on the forecourt of the Musée des arts et métiers, located on rue Réaumur. It is open to the public from Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 to 18:00. Admission is entirely free for everyone.

The site is designed with accessibility in mind, ensuring it is fully wheelchair accessible for all visitors. This unique opportunity to see the mechanical horse will continue until Sunday, January 10, 2027.

12°C

Weather forecast

Light rain

max +23 °Cmin +15 °C

Book

You might also like

  • Exhibition "Animalia. Bestiary of the Al Thani Collection"

    The Al Thani Collection at the Hôtel de la Marine presents an exhibition that examines how cultures from different eras and regions of the world have been fascinated by and drawn inspiration from the animal kingdom.

    FreeJul 1 – Jan 10Metro Concorde

  • Museum of Music - Permanent Collection

    To accompany the 30th anniversary of the Cité de la musique and the 10th anniversary of the Philharmonie in 2025, the Museum unveils the new presentation of its collection. More inclusive, the museography promotes the reconnection of musical heritages around the world, while highlighting their historical developments and contemporary dynamics.

    Oct 13, 2026 – Dec 31, 2027Metro Porte de Pantin

  • Magic

    Between surprise and wonder, the temporary exhibition Magic will continue to question and fascinate you! How does contemporary magic draw inspiration from science and technology? How does it convince us of the impossible? How can it sharpen our critical thinking? The Cité des sciences et de l'industrie invites you to question your perception of reality, at the border between seeing, knowing… and believing!

    Oct 13 – Aug 1Tram Porte de La Villette

  • Delacroix, Horses and Other Animals

    The Delacroix Museum presents a new exhibition exploring the animal world of Eugène Delacroix, on the occasion of the acquisition of two recently restored horse studies. Displayed for the first time at the museum, the two studies of stallions, a chestnut and a golden chestnut, bear witness to Delacroix's keen interest in the horse and its depiction.

    Oct 14 – Apr 18Metro Saint-Germain-des-Prés

  • Look! 40 years of fashion at the museum

    The Musée des Arts décoratifs celebrates the 40th anniversary of the creation of the Musée des Arts de la Mode within its walls through 40 iconic silhouettes.

    Oct 13 – Apr 4Metro Palais Royal - Musée Du Louvre

  • "Bark" Exhibition at the Paris Arboretum

    Frédéric Combeau's "Bark" exhibition celebrates the trees of the Paris Arboretum, revealing the diversity and beauty of these plant "skins".

    FreeJun 11 – Oct 31

  • Rafael Pavarotti, photographer

    The Musée des Arts Décoratifs presents, for the first time in France from October 2, 2026, to May 2, 2027, the work of the Brazilian photographer, Rafael Pavarotti.

    Oct 13 – May 2Metro Palais Royal - Musée Du Louvre

  • Art Brut Resourced: La « S » Grand Atelier

    In September 2026, La Halle Saint-Pierre (Paris) invites the art brut & contemporary center La « S » Grand Atelier (Vielsalm, B) to interact with the concept of Art Brut Resourced (Michel Thévoz, ed. Knock Outsider, Théories du K.O. 2025).

    Oct 13 – Jul 31Metro Anvers