Neptune Fountain, Cheltenham, 19th century fountain on The Promenade in Cheltenham, England.
Neptune Fountain is a stone sculpture located on Cheltenham's Promenade, featuring an intricate composition of mythological figures and marine creatures. The design shows a shell-shaped chariot drawn by four seahorses, accompanied by mermen holding conch shells.
The fountain was inaugurated in 1893, marking a peak in Victorian public art design for the town. It was built during a period when Cheltenham was establishing itself as a fashionable spa destination.
The fountain draws on classical mythology, depicting the god of the sea surrounded by his marine companions, all carved from Portland stone.
The fountain stands in front of the Municipal Buildings and is easily accessible by public transport, with several bus stops nearby. Parking is also available within walking distance for those arriving by car.
Water for the fountain comes directly from the River Chelt, flowing through underground channels beneath the sculpture. This system connected the public artwork directly to the town's natural water source.
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