Fountain of Proserpina, Public fountain at Station Square, Catania, Italy.
The Fountain of Proserpina is a fountain located at Station Square in Catania and features animated stone figures set within the water. The composition centers on a male figure surrounded by horses, mermaids, and other carved characters that work together to depict a mythological scene.
The Italian sculptor Giulio Moschetti created this work in 1904 and drew inspiration from a famous Baroque fountain from the early 1600s. His creation gave the ancient theme a modern form and became a landmark of the city.
The fountain takes its name from the Roman goddess Proserpina, and her story is carved into the stone figures surrounding the basin. The sculptures tell of an ancient myth that remains visible and present to anyone walking through the square.
The fountain sits in the middle of Station Square and is easily reached on foot from various directions; the area is well-lit and offers views from different angles. The best time to visit is in the evening when the lighting is switched on and the surrounding square is quieter.
The fountain has a carefully engineered water system that circulates water through a large basin with colored lighting effects. This interplay of light brings the mythological scenes to life in the evening hours and gives the fountain a theatrical quality.
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