Fontaine de l'Observatoire, Monumental fountain in 6th arrondissement, France.
The Fountain of the Four Parts of the World features bronze sculptures representing Europe, Asia, Africa, and America supporting a celestial globe.
Gabriel Davioud designed this fountain between 1867 and 1874 as part of Baron Haussmann's grand urban renewal program for Paris.
The fountain's sculptures, created by Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux and Emmanuel Frémiet, demonstrate the artistic excellence of French Second Empire craftsmanship.
Located in the Jardin des Grands Explorateurs, the fountain provides a central meeting point between Luxembourg Gardens and Paris Observatory.
Eight horses designed by Emmanuel Frémiet emerge from the fountain's base, creating a dynamic circular movement beneath the four continental figures.
Location: 6th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: January 1, 1875
Architects: Gabriel Davioud
Creator: Gabriel Davioud, Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, Emmanuel Frémiet, Pierre Legrain, Louis Villeminot, Thiébaut Frères
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 48.84109,2.33681
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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