Construction of the fountain 1er quart XXe siècle (≈ 2025)
Period of creation of the monument.
4 mars 2025
Historical Monument
Historical Monument 4 mars 2025 (≈ 2025)
Total protection of the fountain.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The Cantini Fountain, in total, located in Castellane Place, on the public domain not cadastre, appearing in the cadastre section B, sheet 823 B, as colored in red on the plan annexed to the decree: classification by order of 4 March 2025
Key figures
André Allar - Sculptor
Author of the Cantini fountain.
Jules Cantini - Marbling
Collaborator at creation.
Origin and history
The Cantini Fountain is an emblematic monument of Marseille, erected at the beginning of the 20th century. Classified as a Historical Monument, it is distinguished by its architecture and sculpture, reflecting the art of this period. It is located in Castellane Square, a central place of the city, and is an integral part of the Marseille urban heritage.
The fountain was designed by sculptor André Alllar and marbrier Jules Cantini, two local figures recognized for their artistic contributions. It has been fully protected since a classification order in 2025, highlighting its heritage importance. The fountain is owned by the commune of Marseille, which guarantees its preservation and maintenance.
The location of the fountain, at 18 Place Castellane, makes it a landmark in the Marseille landscape. Its artistic style and history make it a symbol of the city's cultural identity, attracting both residents and visitors interested in the historical and architectural heritage of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
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