Design for a fountain with an obelisk

Former Attribution S. Bruges

ca. 1760–80

Not on view

Neoclassical fountain in the style of Delafosse, Boullée and Ledoux. The fountain is placed on a plateau and has the shape of an obelisk on a pedestal. Water emerges on all four sides (only three sides are visible). The right and left sides of the obelisks are adorned with the bow of a ship. On the side facing the viewer this element is replaced by the French royal crest. Below it a panel with a pseudo inscription has been placed.

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Title: Design for a fountain with an obelisk
Artist: Anonymous, 18th century (possibly French)
Former Attribution: S. Bruges
Date: ca. 1760–80
Medium: Pen and ink over graphite and watercolor
Dimensions: Frame: 17 5/16 x 18 1/8 in. (44 x 46 cm)
Sheet: 10 7/16 x 11 1/8 in. (26.5 x 28.3 cm)
Classifications: Drawings, Ornament & Architecture
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Charles Wrightsman, 2012
Object Number: 2012.150.8
Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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