Fountain: Grotesque, Children and Basin (Une fountaine: Masque, enfants et bassin)

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative fountain with a sculpture. The artwork includes an intricately designed fountain dominated by a large sculpted face with flowing hair and beard, from which water appears to cascade into the basin below. Two cherubic figures flank the central face at either side. The detailed hatching and line work create depth and texture, highlighting the stone blocks and vegetative elements surrounding the fountain. The setting suggests an ornate environment embellished with foliage and classical design elements.