Järntorgsbrunnen, Art nouveau fountain in Järntorget, Sweden
The fountain displays five bronze female figures representing continents, with a ship sailing across streams symbolizing the five oceans.
Designed by artist Tore Strindberg, the fountain was established in 1927 to mark the location of an iron scale in Gothenburg's trading port.
The thirty hallmarks on the fountain represent local ironworks, connecting the structure to Sweden's industrial heritage and maritime trade.
Located in central Gothenburg, the fountain serves as a drinking water source for residents and visitors throughout all seasons.
The granite structure combines practical water distribution with bronze sculptures, making it both a functional facility and an artistic monument.
Location: Gothenburg Municipality
Inception: January 1, 1927
Creator: Tore Strindberg
Official opening: October 12, 1927
Made from material: bronze
Creator: Tore Strindberg
Website: https://goteborgkonst.se/konstkartan/?aid=11007
GPS coordinates: 57.69973,11.95305
Latest update: March 13, 2025 11:18
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