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Well Head

1400s

Italy, probably Verona, 15th century

Medium
pink limestone (called "Verona Marble")
Measurements
Overall: 83.8 x 99.7 x 99.7 cm (33 x 39 1/4 x 39 1/4 in.)
Weight: 612.349 kg (1350 lbs.)
Credit Line
Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund 1943.69
Public Domain
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Description

A well head is an architectural element that protects the mouth of a well. This example is both decorative and functional. The durable pink limestone well head facilitated access to the water whose restorative nature is echoed in the flowers and vases that ornament its surface.

Well Head

1400s

Italy, probably Verona, 15th century

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