F. Deschamps & Siot Decauville. Pewter Fountain Circa 1890. Leda, Tyndareus And The Swan - Zeus
Artist: Frédéric Deschamps
Art Nouveau style pewter fountain by sculptor Frédéric Deschamps, produced by Siot Decauville, depicting the myth of Leda, Tyndareus, king of Sparta, and the swan/Zeus.
The eggs in the nest on the lid represent the offspring of Leda and Zeus.
The water drains through the swan's beak near Thyndare's head.
Dimensions: 76 x 53 x 23 cm
Circa 1890
In perfect condition.
Frédéric Deschamps
Born in Saint-Erblon (Ille-et-Vilaine) on July 9, 1850, where he died on July 17, 1920.
A student of François-Xavier Garneau and member of the Salon des Artistes Français, Frédéric Deschamps received an honorable mention in applied arts in 1893.
The eggs in the nest on the lid represent the offspring of Leda and Zeus.
The water drains through the swan's beak near Thyndare's head.
Dimensions: 76 x 53 x 23 cm
Circa 1890
In perfect condition.
Frédéric Deschamps
Born in Saint-Erblon (Ille-et-Vilaine) on July 9, 1850, where he died on July 17, 1920.
A student of François-Xavier Garneau and member of the Salon des Artistes Français, Frédéric Deschamps received an honorable mention in applied arts in 1893.
5 200 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Art Nouveau
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Tin
Width: 53 cm
Height: 76 cm
Depth: 23 cm
Reference (ID): 1625478
Availability: In stock
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