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This image depicts a wall-mounted dark metal sculptural fountain feature located within the Mesón de Cándido (specifically often associated with its Bodega El Ojo section) in Segovia, Spain. The sculpture is set against a light-colored, cut stone block wall. The central subject is a patinated dark bronze or similar metal sculpture in the style of a classical wall fountain. It features an arched niche adorned with a scalloped shell design at its back, flanked by two pilasters with volute capitals. Seated within this niche is a nude, youthful figure, resembling a putto or cherub, holding a small barrel or cask in its lap. Below the figure, an ornate, shell-shaped basin extends forward, forming the lower part of the fountain structure. The basin and the area around the putto's legs are densely filled with a large accumulation of natural corks, primarily made of agglomerated cork. The putto's barrel is also overflowing with these corks. Many corks exhibit red staining on one end, consistent with having sealed red wine bottles. Visible markings on various corks include "OSSIAN," along with several vintage years such as "2023," "2022," "2021," and "2019," indicating their origin from wine production. The entire display is a static arrangement, with no visible water flow from the fountain.
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