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An early 19th century copper repoussé lavabo/fountain which was originally mounted on the wall inside the home. This period piece …
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An early 19th century copper repoussé lavabo/fountain which was originally mounted on the wall inside the home. This period piece features a pair of doves/love birds on either side of a heart with twigs, leaves and scrolls. A semicircular basin or lavabo and a fountain with its original bronze spigots as Swann form turning knobs. The lid with two bronze finials. From an era when interior running water was non-existent, this piece was used for washing vegetables, utensils and hands in the kitchen.
#6" is the measurement with the two sections almost touching. The height can be determined based on how you hang the individual pieces.
Fountain: Height 24", Width 19", Depth 10".
Basin: Height 10" , Width 22", Depth 19".
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- Dimensions
- 22ʺW × 19ʺD × 36ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Copper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Copper
- Condition Notes
- Good Wear consistent with age and use. Good Wear consistent with age and use. less
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