Fuente de Híspalis, Public fountain in Puerta de Jerez square, Seville, Spain.
The Fuente de Híspalis is a fountain in Puerta de Jerez square featuring a seated female figure draped in a tunic and positioned on lotus leaves. These leaves are supported by small nude child figures mounted on turtles, creating an intricate sculptural arrangement visible from the surrounding streets.
The fountain was created in 1929 for the Ibero-American Exhibition, designed by sculptor Manuel Delgado Brackenbury and artist Juan Bautista Míguez Roca. Several sculptural elements were removed decades later but eventually restored and returned to their original positions.
The fountain depicts Híspalis, a mythological goddess representing the city herself, shown in graceful repose on lotus leaves that evoke both ancient and timeless imagery. Visitors naturally gather around to observe the sculptural details and appreciate how this public space serves as a meeting point for locals and travelers alike.
The fountain sits at a major junction near Puerta de Jerez and is easily accessible from several main streets in the area. Public transportation connections are nearby, making it convenient to visit without requiring specialized directions or lengthy travel.
Four child figures holding conch shells vanished in 1939 under the mayor's orders but made an unexpected return in 2015 after decades away. This recovery is notable because it demonstrates how the city has worked to restore missing artistic elements of its public spaces.
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