Lotta Fountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lotta Fountain |
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The fountain in 2009
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| Year | 1939 |
| Medium | Granite sculpture |
| Location | Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
The Lotta Fountain is a cool sculpture and drinking fountain. It was made in 1939 by artist Katharine Lane Weems. Two architects, J. W. Ames and E. S. Dodge, also helped design it. You can find this unique fountain in Boston, Massachusetts. It sits along the beautiful Charles River Esplanade.
About the Lotta Fountain
This fountain is made from strong granite stone. It's about 10 feet tall, 20 feet wide, and 15 feet long. It's not just a pretty statue; it also works as a drinking fountain!
The fountain has a square column that stands tall. On top of this column, there's a sculpture of a dog sitting down. At the bottom of the fountain, there's a spout shaped like a cat's head. It's a fun mix of animals!
In 1997, experts from the Smithsonian Institution checked on the fountain. This was part of a program called "Save Outdoor Sculpture!" They make sure outdoor artworks like this one are well cared for.
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A close-up of the dog sculpture on top.
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See the inscription and the cat-head spout.
