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19th Century French Provincial Brass Lavabo Fountain on Carved Oak Wall Mount

$1,200
£912.55
€1,052.58
CA$1,680.98
A$1,881.35
CHF 982.36
MX$22,952.57
NOK 12,469.74
SEK 11,833.02
DKK 7,860.16
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About the Item

Fill up this decorative "Fontaine" with dry flowers and hang it on a wall! Crafted in Normandy, France circa 1860, and mounted on the original carved board, the two-part antique brass lavabo features the original bottom demilune basin and the top reservoir dressed with brass handles, and a top lid embellished with decorative finials. The fountain is in excellent condition with a rich patinated brass finish. Back in the days, these kind of fountains were used after mass for ceremonial washing and were later used outside for hand washing. Measures: 22.75" W x 13" D x 68" H.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 68 in (172.72 cm)Width: 22.75 in (57.79 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
  • Style:
    Country (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Oak,Hand-Carved,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 201-2271stDibs: LU951219344181

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