Fontaine des Barres, Historical fountain in central Limoges, France.
The Fontaine des Barres is a fountain in central Limoges featuring a granite basin crossed by intersecting iron bars that support a stone pyramid. The pyramid has molded edges and decorative details that give the structure its refined appearance.
The fountain was built in 1615 to supply water to the southeastern area of Limoges. A major renovation in 1853 strengthened its construction and brought it to its current form.
The fountain takes its name from the protective iron bars that cross its basin, originally installed to prevent accidents around the well. These grilles remain visible today and form a distinctive visual feature of the monument.
The fountain is located at Place Fontaine-des-Barres in central Limoges and remains accessible year-round. The site is easy to reach on foot and well integrated into the city layout.
The structure was classified as a Historical Monument in 1949, receiving official recognition for its architectural value. This designation shows how the city chose to preserve this work as part of its built heritage.
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