Showing posts with label Shape:rectangle. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Shape:rectangle. Show all posts
Monday, 20 May 2019
Nadelberg 6
Location: Inner courtyard of Nadelberg 6 (go through a large wooden door)
Artist: no information
in operation since: no information
listed building: no
History / Description: The well trough is rectangular. On the pillar it has a triangular gable on which an acorn stands. The gargoyle juts out from the middle of the well column. The fountain is located in the courtyard of "Schöne Hus". This house is probably the oldest surviving residential building in Basel. Based on structural findings, it is believed that the house was built in the second quarter of the 13th century.
Special: The fountain can only be visited during working days during the day.
Thursday, 7 April 2016
Thursday, 14 May 2015
Solitude Prommenade
Artist / in: Unspecified
In operation since: before 1936 (since 1936 at this location)
a listed building: no
History / Description: The water trough, whose side walls are decorated with various patterns, has a somewhat unusual form. The fountain column, from which protrudes a gargoyle is a plate on which a ball is completed. The fountain was previously in an estate on the Riehenstrasse.
Special: In Solitude Park is a large children's playground. At this park borders the generous Paul Sacher-Anlage. A few meters away is the world-famous Tinguely Museum.
Fischerweg
Artist / in: Unspecified
in operation since: 1913
a listed building: no
History / Description:Fischweg fountain is a wall fountain. He has a small rectangular trough, standing on two stone pillars. To the gargoyle has an ornament.
Special: The fountain is located near the bus station "Rosengartenweg" so you can bridge the waiting time with a fountain splashing sitting. (But you should better make a little earlier than necessary on the way to the stop, otherwise there is a danger that the bus did not even stop. Except, of course, considering the "fountain sound" would like to enjoy a little while longer.)
Oberer Rheinweg
Artist: Rudolf Müller
in operation since: 1920
a listed building: no
History / Description: On the water trough are shown dancing figures. The water flows out of the mouth of a stone girl's head, which is attached directly to the wall of the orphanage.
Special: From here you can continue to walk on the Rhine promenade in either direction Tinguely Museum or the triangle.
Sunday, 12 January 2014
Saturday, 11 January 2014
Erlenparkweg, Kinder Autobahn
Location: Lange Erlen / Erlenparkweg (at WC Cottage / children-highway)
Artist / in: no details
in operation since: no details
conservation: no
History / Description: The fountain made of stone leans directly to the small building. The gargoyle protruding from the wall and is decorated with a bronze mold.
Special: In the Lange Erlen it has still a floodplain forest, which is used for drinking water treatment. The forest is also a popular recreation area, which is supplemented by the zoo "Lange Erlen". Near the main entrance, it also has a restaurant and a bandstand, where making music from time to time.
Artist / in: no details
in operation since: no details
conservation: no
History / Description: The fountain made of stone leans directly to the small building. The gargoyle protruding from the wall and is decorated with a bronze mold.
Special: In the Lange Erlen it has still a floodplain forest, which is used for drinking water treatment. The forest is also a popular recreation area, which is supplemented by the zoo "Lange Erlen". Near the main entrance, it also has a restaurant and a bandstand, where making music from time to time.
Wednesday, 25 December 2013
Sunday, 22 December 2013
Sunday, 3 November 2013
Thursday, 12 September 2013
Wednesday, 26 June 2013
Gotthelfplatz
Artist: Theo Lauritzen
in operation since: 1965
under monument protection: no
History / Description: The bronze sculpture shows a figure wearing on her head a fish. The fountain stone trough is rectangular. The Gotthelf square where the fountain stands was created in 1900.
Special: In the vicinity is the Schützenmattpark where you can relax.
Morgartenring 106
Artist: Louis Weber
in operation since: 1923
under monument protection: no
History / Description: The stone sculpture shows a boy holding a sailing vessel in his hand. The water trough is rectangular and extends from the column a gargoyle.
Special: A small park invites you to linger.
Sunday, 23 June 2013
Allschwilerstrasse Morgartenring Tramhaus
Location: Allschwilerstrasse
Artist / in: Unspecified
in operation since around 1927
under monument protection: no
History / Description: The fountain whose water spouts projecting from the wall plate, leaning on a small house. The depot Allschwilerstrasse was opened in 1902 and 1927 further expanded. The fountain is still often used by drivers and the Public as a "source of refreshment." He has experienced in his lifetime many changes in the depot. From Zweiachsertram for articulated or permission that women may lead trams.
Special: The fountain seems invulnerable and will hopefully also be able to experience the next tram generations.



Artist / in: Unspecified
in operation since around 1927
under monument protection: no
History / Description: The fountain whose water spouts projecting from the wall plate, leaning on a small house. The depot Allschwilerstrasse was opened in 1902 and 1927 further expanded. The fountain is still often used by drivers and the Public as a "source of refreshment." He has experienced in his lifetime many changes in the depot. From Zweiachsertram for articulated or permission that women may lead trams.
Special: The fountain seems invulnerable and will hopefully also be able to experience the next tram generations.
Saturday, 25 May 2013
Sunday, 12 May 2013
Thursday, 9 May 2013
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