A spectacular and highly unusual classical cast iron three-t...

Estimate

£150 - £200

A spectacular and highly unusual classical cast iron three-tier wall fountain, an extraordinary piece that combines the function of a wall font with the drama of a cascading water feature, three generous half-round basins are arranged vertically down a tall, ornately decorated backplate, each basin scalloped and boldly cast, the backplate is a tour de force of classical decorative ironwork, deeply pierced lattice and trellis panels in the side borders, a scalloped shell finial at the top, and richly cast foliate and scroll detail throughout, 100cm high, 53cm wide, wall projection approx. 26cm, 63kg, when plumbed, water cascades from basin to basin in the manner of a great Italian wall fountain, even as a floral decorative piece it is a magnificent architectural statement on any garden wall.

Please note that all lots in this auction are held offsite and collection would be from Windsor Classical Gardens in Datchet (SL3) and would be strictly by appointment arranged through Bamfords Auctioneers on 01332 210000.