Stock No. 31088

Antique Terracotta Statue or Fountain of a Boy with a Water Pitcher

A late 19th century French terracotta figure of a boy with a water pitcher, usable as either a statue or as a garden fountain. Dating from circa 1900, this handcrafted terracotta statue is over 120 years old and features beautiful weathering that can only be achieved by exposure to the elements over many years. The…

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£2,475.00

Dimensions

Depth: 33cm12.99in

Width: 33cm12.99in

Height: 80cm31.5in

Weight: 23kg50.71lbs

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Condition Report

Good structural condition. Historic repair to the neck area. Hollow construction with a hole to the end of the water pitcher. We believe this is intended to be used as a fountain, though it is unclear if this has ever been plumbed.

Wear

Wear consistent with age and use. Minor Losses, scuffs, and scratches.

Date of Manufacture

Circa 1900

Maker

Unknown

Material

Handcrafted, Terracotta

Origin

France

Period

Late 19th / Early 20th Century

Style

Louis, Victorian

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A late 19th century French terracotta figure of a boy with a water pitcher, usable as either a statue or as a garden fountain. Dating from circa 1900, this handcrafted terracotta statue is over 120 years old and features beautiful weathering that can only be achieved by exposure to the elements over many years. The boy is depicted with locks of curling hair and holds the pitcher as if pouring water from it, making it ideal for use as a garden water feature!

Additional information

Weight 23 kg
Dimensions 33 × 33 × 80 cm
Date of Manufacture

Circa 1900

Maker

Material

,

Origin

France

Period

Late 19th / Early 20th Century

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