Paris, France, Apr 10, 2015 / 15:09 pm
The directors of the Grévin Wax Museum in Paris presented the first statue of Pope Francis that is now part of its popular collection.
The statue was unveiled April 2 in the atrium of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
The unveiling of the unique statue took place in front of photographers and dozens of tourists.
It is one of the more than 450 pieces exhibited in the Paris museum.
More than 15 artists worked on the statue of the Pope over the course of six months. The statue depicts the Pope smiling in his white cassock , wearing the papal ring, and with his right arm outstretched and hand in the "thumbs up" position.
In 2013, wax museums in Rome and Madrid were the first to come out with statues of Pope Francis.
Subscribe to our daily newsletter
At Catholic News Agency, our team is committed to reporting the truth with courage, integrity, and fidelity to our faith. We provide news about the Church and the world, as seen through the teachings of the Catholic Church. When you subscribe to the CNA UPDATE, we'll send you a daily email with links to the news you need and, occasionally, breaking news.
As part of this free service you may receive occasional offers from us at EWTN News and EWTN. We won't rent or sell your information, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
Click hereOur mission is the truth. Join us!
Your monthly donation will help our team continue reporting the truth, with fairness, integrity, and fidelity to Jesus Christ and his Church.
Donate to CNA