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Fountain in the Royal Horticultural Society's Gardens, designed by Hubert, 1862. Creator: Unknown
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Fountain in the Royal Horticultural Society's Gardens, designed by Hubert, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Fountain in the Royal Horticultural Society's Gardens, designed by Hubert, 1862. Engraving from a photograph by L. Birnstingl and Co. Designed by Lienard, modelled by Moreau, cast by Barbezat, fitted and erected by Hubert...The Renaissance design of this fountain, florid and exuberant though it may appear to eyes familiar with the waterspouts at Trafalgar-square, is comparatively simple for a French work. The two basins are supported by allegorical figures, serving as Atlantides and Caryatides; and allegory can hardly be dispensed with in designs for fountains. The four upper figures of children stand for the four quarters of the world, as we learn from their symbols and the words Europe, Asie, Afrique, and Amerique inscribed on the medallions of the pedestal beneath. The lower figures, two of which are male and two female, are simply and entirely conventional, not having any of the usual fluvial or aquatic symbols. They are attended by amorini or genii wreathing flowers. Masks, escutcheons, floral ornaments, and architectural mouldings are distributed about the various details of the design without injuring the general effect, which is extremely pleasing from the principal proportions conveying the impression of symmetry'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862
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1. Title: "The Exquisite Renaissance Fountain in the Royal Horticultural Society's Gardens: A Masterpiece of Allegory and Sculpture, Designed by Hubert in 1862" 2. Witness the captivating beauty of this vintage engraving, showcasing the magnificent Fountain in the Royal Horticultural Society's Gardens, skillfully designed by Hubert in 1862. This stunning work of art was captured by L. Birnstingl and Co. and engraved from a photograph, providing an intricate and detailed representation of the fountain's design. 3. The fountain's Renaissance design, though ornate and elaborate, is relatively simple for a French creation. It boasts two basins, each supported by allegorical figures serving as Atlantides and Caryatides. Allegory is a necessary element in fountain designs, and this one is no exception. 4. The four upper figures of children symbolize the four quarters of the world, as evidenced by their symbols and the inscriptions "Europe," "Asie," "Afrique," and "Amerique" on the pedestal's medallions. The lower figures, two male and two female, are purely conventional, lacking any fluvial or aquatic symbols. Instead, they are accompanied by amorini or genii wreathing flowers. 5. Masks, escutcheons, floral ornaments, and architectural mouldings adorn the various elements of the design without detracting from the overall effect, which is extremely pleasing due to its principal proportions and the sense of symmetry they convey. This engraving offers a glimpse into the intricate beauty and artistic mastery of the past, inviting us to appreciate the timeless allure of the Royal Horticultural Society's Gardens and the stunning Fountain designed by Hubert in 1862.
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