Fontaine Louvois, Monumental fountain in Square Louvois, Paris, France
Fontaine Louvois is a monumental fountain in Square Louvois featuring four female statues that support an upper basin. The structure is surrounded by a lower basin decorated with zodiac signs and water-spouting ornamental heads.
Architect Louis Visconti designed and constructed this fountain in 1844 during King Louis-Philippe's reign. It was built as part of efforts to enhance public spaces across the city.
The four female statues represent major French rivers and connect the fountain to the country's geography. Visitors can observe how these figures illustrate the link between Paris and the nation's most important waterways.
The fountain is located on Place Louvois in the 2nd arrondissement and is easily accessible on foot. The site is open to the public and the square provides a quiet spot to rest in the heart of Paris.
Twelve carved zodiac signs alternate with water-spouting mascarons around the marble basin rim, creating continuous water flow patterns. This decorative system demonstrates the thoughtful artistic design of 19th-century fountain craftsmanship.
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