Cast iron fountain with putto and caiman - fountains and wells
Cast iron fountain with putto and caiman (Reference 9512)
Description
Fountain representing a putto holding a caiman. The water is meant to spout out of the reptile's mouth. There is a signature at the base, which is hard to distinguish but is either Fonderie du Valdone or Durenne. The sculptor is Mathurin Moreau.
Dimensions
| Width | Height | |
|---|---|---|
| 1' 3'' ¾ 40cm | 2' 7'' ½ 80cm |
Condition
Perfect condition
Stock venue
Paul Bert
Origin
Cast between 1870-1880