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18th Century French Brass Lavabo Fountain from Normandy on Carved Cherry Door

$1,300
£981.86
€1,134.74
CA$1,823.45
A$2,027.85
CHF 1,061.49
MX$24,737.33
NOK 13,337.97
SEK 12,546.08
DKK 8,470.09

About the Item

Crafted in Normandy, France circa 1780, and mounted on a carved fruit wood door, the antique brass lavabo features the original two-piece lavabo; a demilune basin at the base, and a top reservoir with lid and brass faucet. The fountain is in excellent condition with a rich patinated brass finish. Fill up this decorative "Fontaine Normande" with dry flowers and hang the decorative piece on a wall! Back in the days, these kind of fountains were used after mass for ceremonial washing and were later used outside for hand washing. Measures: 15.75" W x 11" D x 51.5" H.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 51.5 in (130.81 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Style:
    Country (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Cherry,Hand-Carved,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 201-4891stDibs: LU951220835862

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