Two Cast Iron classical Dolphin Wall Fountains and shells consulat Perfect as statement lighting

Perfect as statement lighting

This pair pays homage to the celebrated architectural Corinthian order

The design of the spouts and mounts exemplifies the late Victorian taste for both intricate ornament and practical sophistication

it gracefully revisits the distinctive red ground technique seen on ancient Etruscan pottery as well as the vibrant aesthetics of Roman wall paintings

Two Cast Iron classical Dolphin Wall Fountains and shells consulat Perfect as statement lightingTwo early 20th century cast iron classical dolphins wall appliques as fountain heads, their tails entwined around bullrushes, together with two cast iron scallop shells. England, France, circa 1860 Height of the fish: 95 cms (37. 5 ins)