Important Renaissance Fountain By Pierre Blanche, Burgundy, 16th Century

Round pilasters projecting on four sides, set on an offset plinth, support the flared octagonal basin. The quarter-round base is decorated with dense, mannerist foliage, partly still adorned with scrolled acanthus scrolls. At the corners, mystical fauns look down, providing a glimpse into the era of the characteristic and magical fabulous creatures. Above, a peripheral profile with several steps forms the upper part, surmounted by a profiled lead basin. This fountain illustrates the masterly requirement of the stone sculpture work of the High Renaissance. Masterful craftsmanship in all its brilliance makes this fountain an important testament to architectural inspiration and museum quality. The realization is in Pierre Blanche de Bourgogne. Burgundy circa 1560 The lead basin and matching lead lion mask were added more recently.