Up until the late 19th century, French villages would have had a fountain similar to this large octagonal one connected to a natural water source. Before the advent of plumbing, citizens of the village would have placed containers on the iron bars of the fountain and collected water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning.

Hand-carved in 14 pieces of limestone in Provence, this center fountain features a basin with a 74 ¼ inch octagonal diameter. Thick undercuts embellish each of the basin stones, softening the geometric nature of the fountain. In the center of the basin is a column with deep cavetto carvings on the two stones that make up the shaft. A pair of scrolled iron spouts emanates from raised circular apertures on opposing sides, each positioned over an iron bar that extends from the column to the basin. The top of the column is adorned with a thick cyma molding beneath a subtle channel that traverses all four sides. A square stone caps the column, bringing the total height of the fountain to either 63 ¾ inches or 65 ½ (we have capstones of different thicknesses available; the thicker one is visible inside the basin). Our large octagonal center fountain would make an excellent addition to any landscape design, such as an atrium or backyard.

CONDITION: Good condition. Intentional distress marks, presenting as light nicks and losses. Slight oxidation to the iron bars and spouts. Limestone can change color with exposure to the elements. Please contact us for photos of the current patina.