French terracotta sculptural fountain, 19th c. and later elements, depicting a Triton and naiad seated above a dolphin, resting on a copper platform within a basin, sculpture intact with restorations, approx 54"h, 33"w, 27"d
8.14.25-as described the terracotta sculpture is intact with restoration some restorations, noted areas are at the figures horn, arm and foliate crest located behind head, see images, I further note tonal variations, small rubs and a few minor chips to protruding elements, there is a plumbing fixture attached at lower front of sculpture, concealed by faux plants, internal pipe/plumbing status is unknown, the copper basin exhibits patination and some light denting, as commensurate with age and use
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