FOUNTAIN

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

Lead fountain placed in a light green mosaic basin. The sculpture shows two cherubs holding a cornucopia between them. The one on the right is taller and stands with his right foot on top of a bunch of grapes. Both hands hold the cornucopia. The one on the left is shorter and leans to one side, holding the cornucopia with his left hand and grapes with the right hand. Both cherubs have wings that are folded behind them. Originally placed in the rose garden.

Object name:

FOUNTAIN

Made from:

Lead -- mosaic

Made in:

England

Date made:

1780

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

72.73

Class:

GARDEN

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973