Doulton Fountain
Doulton Fountain
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profjoypc
Alnwick, UK4,580 contributions
Sept 2019
This fountain lies in Glasgow Green, right in front of the Peoples' Palace. It is an elaborate, tall, spectacular terracotta work of art which is claimed to be the tallest such fountain in the world. It is a feature representing the glories of Victorian times and the wonders of the Empire. It is definitely worth seeing for its grandeur and history.
Written 11 October 2019
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK1,86,358 contributions
Mar 2019 • Solo
The Doulton Fountain is a large fountain that sits just outside the a the People’s Palace in Glasgow Green. The fountain is reputedly the largest terracotta fountain in the world and was produced by Doulton & Co for the Glasgow Exhibition of 1888.
The general theme of the fountain is glory of the British Empire. Queen Victoria stands atop the centre of the fountain to symbolise her reigns over empire. Immediately below her is water carrying maids empty water onto the lower tiers. Below them is a sailor and one soldier from each of Scotland, England and Wales, the source of her glory. On the lowest tier are four groups of figures, to represent the four a major colonies of the empire. Being South Africa, Australia, Canada and India.
The general theme of the fountain is glory of the British Empire. Queen Victoria stands atop the centre of the fountain to symbolise her reigns over empire. Immediately below her is water carrying maids empty water onto the lower tiers. Below them is a sailor and one soldier from each of Scotland, England and Wales, the source of her glory. On the lowest tier are four groups of figures, to represent the four a major colonies of the empire. Being South Africa, Australia, Canada and India.
Written 23 March 2019
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TheShis
Tel Aviv, Israel42,755 contributions
Jul 2021
This is a fantastic and majestic-looking fountain, located just next to the People's Palace in Glasgow Green park.
The detail level of the fountain is absolutely incredible, not to mention its sheer size.
The detail level of the fountain is absolutely incredible, not to mention its sheer size.
Written 11 September 2021
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malc1005
Kettering, UK5,530 contributions
Sept 2019
A lovely fountain, very photogenic, and stands out as you approach. Well worth a visit, if your in the area.
Written 21 September 2019
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itchyfeet2014
Glasgow, UK2,295 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
An absolutely stunning fountain. Very elaborate, skilfully made and great to look at. Sadly it has no water. It would be really wonderful to see it operational, in all its glory, with the splashing of water.
Right outside the People Palace, it is impossible to miss in its grandeur.
Right outside the People Palace, it is impossible to miss in its grandeur.
Written 10 February 2019
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albeback1
Eccles, UK5,671 contributions
Nov 2018 • Friends
Doulton fountain is a magnificent example of a terracotta fountain. Built to represent the four continents of the British empire, it is nice to admire and in wonderful condition
Written 20 November 2018
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IAN D
Wigan, UK26,131 contributions
Nov 2018 • Friends
I really like this fountain which represents the British empire under queen Victoria. It is also the largest terracotta fountain in the world.
Written 18 November 2018
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I remember the fountain from student days and sad it was. It was wonderful to see an old love almost back to its glory days!!! YES get the water running it's not like we are short!!!
Allison, Coatbridge
Written 23 September 2019
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