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Calder Fountain

  •   Albert Square, Belfast

Italian Mannerist style monument and drinking fountain of yellow sandstone on a grey granite plinth. Has been relocated twice in recent years to facilitate traffic route changes in Custom House and Albert Squares.

Stone Information

  • Stone Type Category :
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  • Secondary Stone:
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  • Other Stone Type:
  • Stonework Construction:
    Plain ashlar
  • Stonework Condition:
    Stonework is now in good condition, however this is due to the large amount of stone replacement carried out as part of restoration works in recent years.
  • Condition Assessment (QUB):
    Stage 1 – A façade in this condition will only require localised remedial treatment concentrating on individual blocks. Stage 1 classification may also indicate that no intervention is needed with only periodic re-assessment of the façade is recommended.
  • OS Irish Grid (Easting):
    334259
  • OS Irish Grid (Northing):
    374527

Architect Information

  • Building Type:
  • Date of construction:
    1859
  • Architect:
    George Smith
  • Listing:
    B1
  • HB/SMR Ref:
    HB26/50/155
  • 2nd survey by EHS:
    No

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