{"product_id":"vintage-cast-metal-fish-fountain-spout-c-mid-20th-century","title":"Vintage Cast-Metal Fish Fountain Spout, c. 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The form features a stylized fish with layered scales, sweeping fins, a curled head, and a hollow body designed for water flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eThe piece has excellent presence as architectural salvage: part fountain element, part sculpture, part “why is this object dramatically better than most new decor?” A fair question, sadly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1fkf4yv\" data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"780\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eFigural fish and dolphin-form water spouts have long been used in garden fountains, courtyards, and architectural water features, where the animal form served both a decorative and functional purpose. This example appears to be a vintage cast-metal fountain spout, likely dating to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1068\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003emid-20th century\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a hollow interior and open form consistent with use as a water feature element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eIts stylized fish design gives it a classical garden quality while the silvered metal surface makes it feel more unexpected and sculptural in a modern interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"189qedo\" data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1880\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1370\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1380\" data-col-size=\"md\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1398\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1454\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eFigural fountain spout \/ architectural water element\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1462\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1479\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eStylized fish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1489\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePeriod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1512\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003ec. mid-20th century\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1524\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1544\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eHeavy cast metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1554\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1554\" data-end=\"1589\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eAged silver-toned metal surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1602\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1698\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eVintage condition with surface wear, oxidation, interior residue, and age-appropriate patina\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1710\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1770\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eOriginally designed as a fountain or water spout element\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1782\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBest Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1880\" data-col-size=\"md\"\u003eGarden fountain, architectural salvage display, shelf styling, console accent, courtyard decor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8ljvi1\" data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eWhy It Belongs In Your Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003eThis is the kind of object that gives a space instant depth. 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