Originally created in 1893 by sculptor George Wade, Fountain Girl or The Little Cold Water Girl as it was sometimes called, was first seen at the World’s Fair in Jackson Park, Chicago. It was moved to several different locations after that, before being put in storage for some time. This beautiful piece of artwork was later installed in Lincoln Park but was stolen in 1958. Fountain Girl was never recovered but recently the bronze statue was recast and is now back home in Lincoln Park.
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I love the second shot Sue, there’s just something about it.
Thanks, Penelope!
She is a stunner! Specially like the second shot. Many thanks for following, Sue. 🙂
Thanks, Jo! Have a great day!
Great photos of this beautiful fountain.
Thank you, Janaline!
Nice shots!
Thank you! And thanks for stopping by.
Very nice! Didn’t know that history behind the Little Fountain Girl.
Thank you! I think these things are so much more interesting if you know something of their history. I didn’t know anything about the Little Fountain Girl until after I’d taken the photos but was so intrigued by her that I Googled the name and found out all about her. How great is Google!!