Kašna se sokolníkem, Historic fountain with falconer sculpture in Sokolov, Czech Republic.
The fountain displays a stone sculpture of a falconer holding a bird of prey, positioned on an octagonal granite base decorated with sgraffito technique ornaments and circular shields on the walls.
Built in 1717 with municipal funding and contributions from the Nostitz family, the fountain incorporates an older falconer statue dated 1674, representing a copy of an earlier original work.
The sculpture represents the ancient tradition of falconry practiced by nobility and citizens, symbolizing the legendary founder Sebastian who allegedly established the first settlement after returning from the Crusades.
Located at coordinates 50°10′50.64″N and 12°38′20.5″E on the Old Square, the fountain underwent major restorations in 1902, 1988, and 2006 to preserve its artistic and structural integrity.
The fountain features a unique two-tiered granite foundation with shell-shaped decorative elements at the top, including a small piscina inspired by seashells to symbolize water elements and falconry traditions.
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