Spout Collection

The Fountain, Wilton, Wiltshire - Inauguration ceremony. The large circular water trough and fountain sit beside the A30, now just inside the River Wylye recreation field

Oil well, 19th century
Oil well. Crude oil erupting from a wellhead in a 19th-century oil field. The wellhead is the structure used to contain and pump oil as it reaches the surface from deep underground, often, as here

Oil Gusher at Houston, Texas, USA

Glasgow Fire Drill Competition, Scotland
The Springburn team of firemen participating in a fire drill competition in Glasgow, Scotland. circa 1911

Geyser, Yellowstone National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wyoming, United States of America, North America

Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic - The Sprudel at the Spa
Karlovy Vary or Carlsbad (Karlsbad), in western Bohemia, Czech Republic - The Sprudel (Mineral Hot Water Spring Fountain or Geyser) and Spa Attendants in their waterproof uniforms! Date: circa 1911

The Elements (Water), by Philippe Mercier (1689-1760)

Advert, Royles Patent Self-Pouring Teapots
Advertisement for Royles Patent Self-Pouring Teapots, October 1888. 1888

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England, Oxfordshire, Oxford, A decorative gargoyle used to drain water from a roof at Trinity College

Saint Brendan / Whale
SAINT BRENDAN Irish religious and traveller who starred in a popular legend in which he encountered a giant whale Date: 484 - 577

USA; Kauai Hawaii; A blow hole spouts seawater on Kauai
USA, Hawaii, Kauai. A blowhole spouts seawater (Large format sizes available). Credit as: Christopher Talbot Frank / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

19th Century Whaling
French whalers

Palma Cathedral, Palma, Mallorca, Baleares Islands, Spain

Castle Geyser, Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wyoming, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi (Four Rivers Fountain), Piazza Navona, Rome, Lazio, Italy, Europe

Strokkur (the Churn) which spouts up to 35 meters erupting every 10 minutes, Geysir, Golden Circle, Iceland, Polar Regions

Nineteen Heads Lions fountain, Venetian fountain, Spili, island of Crete, Greece, Mediterranean, Europe

A RIGHT WHALE
A right whale

Silver, parcel gilt ewer, Spain, late 16th century
BOO74031 Silver, parcel gilt ewer, Spain, late 16th century; height:17 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia.

Water tornados observed in the Mediterranean sea near Nice in January 1789
FLO4574385 Water tornados observed in the Mediterranean sea near Nice in January 1789. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Bertuch's " Bilderbuch fur Kinder"

French 19th century illustration of a series of waterspouts
5306256 French 19th century illustration of a series of waterspouts; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Sencha Teapot in the Form of a Long-Tailed Turtle; Clam Knop, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Sencha Teapot in the Form of a Long-Tailed Turtle; Clam Knop, 19th century

Sake Vessel in the Form of Hotei with his Bag, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Sake Vessel in the Form of Hotei with his Bag, 19th century

Silver Spout Cup, c. 1938. Creator: Holger Hansen
Silver Spout Cup, c. 1938

Silver Spout Cup, c. 1936. Creator: Eugene Barrell
Silver Spout Cup, c. 1936

Pa. German Cider Jug, c. 1938. Creator: Charles T. Smith
Pa. German Cider Jug, c. 1938

Copper Tea Kettle, c. 1940. Creator: Wayne White
Copper Tea Kettle, c. 1940

Batter Jar, c. 1936. Creator: Fred Weiss
Batter Jar, c. 1936

Tin Lamp, c. 1938. Creator: Eldon Allen
Tin Lamp, c. 1938

Oil Can with Spout, c. 1938. Creator: Earl Butlin
Oil Can with Spout, c. 1938

Moche Culture Portrait Vessel, Truxillo, Peru
Moche culture vessels are some of the few realistic portrayals of human faces found in the Pre-Columbian Americas. They were mass-produced, using moulds

Ewer, 1520 (silver-gilt, with enamel additions)
1217968 Ewer, 1520 (silver-gilt, with enamel additions) by Unknown Artist, (16th century); Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: height: max 43.5 cm Lisbon)

Handle Spout Vessel Depicting Oral Sex, 100 B. C. / A. D. 500. Creator: Unknown
Handle Spout Vessel Depicting Oral Sex, 100 B.C./A.D. 500

Dragon Water Spout on Town Hall, Old Town, Tallinn, Estonia

Strokkur geyser, Geysir, Haukadalur, Iceland

Bembo Fountain, Heraklion, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

An orca family swimming along Icy Strait, Alaska

White Star Line, Elkington plate tea[pt
WHITE STAR LINE: Extremely rare oversize Elkington plate teapot dated 1911 with carrying handle. 13ins. Date: 1911

White Star Line, Mappin and Webb chocolate pot
White Star Line, Mappin and Webb electroplate chocolate pot marked with home flag and named to base. 5ins

White Star Line, First Class teapot with rose design. 4ins

White Star Line, First Class teapot
White Star Line: First-Class teapot, superb colours but damage to the inside of the rim. 3ins

White Star Line, Minton First Class teapot in cobalt blue
White Star Line, Mintons First Class teapot for one decorated in cobalt blue. 4ins

Ocean liner, Elkington silver plated coffee pot
OCEAN LINER: Elkington plate Royal Mail Steamship Packet Company silver plated coffee pot. 9 ins

Iberian art. Vessel with decanter beak. 3rd century BC. From Moli de l'Espigol site (Municipality of Tornabous). Catalonia. Spain. From Moli de l'Espigol site (Municipality of Tornabous)

Posset pot, c. 1696 (ceramic)
6320103 Posset pot, c.1696 (ceramic) by English School, (17th century); 17x26 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Lobular posset pot on circular footring, curving in to flared neck)

Posset pot, c. 1696 (ceramic)
6320106 Posset pot, c.1696 (ceramic) by English School, (17th century); 17x26 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Lobular posset pot on circular footring, curving in to flared neck)

Posset pot, c. 1696 (ceramic)
6320104 Posset pot, c.1696 (ceramic) by English School, (17th century); 17x26 cm; Manchester Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: Lobular posset pot on circular footring, curving in to flared neck)

Enamel Ewer (duomuhu), Late Ming / early Qing dynasty, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Enamel Ewer (duomuhu), Late Ming/early Qing dynasty, 17th century

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In the 19th century, spouts were a common sight in various parts of the world. From oil wells to geysers and even teapots, these fascinating structures have played diverse roles throughout history. One notable event took place during the Glasgow Fire Drill Competition in Scotland. As firefighters showcased their skills, a towering spout emerged from an oil well nearby, reminding everyone of the dangers lurking beneath the surface. Across the Atlantic Ocean in Houston, Texas, an unforgettable moment occurred when an oil gusher erupted with immense force. The powerful spout symbolized both prosperity and environmental concerns associated with this booming industry. Nature's own version of a they are be witnessed at Yellowstone National Park's famous geyser basin. With its rhythmic eruptions shooting water high into the air, it captivates visitors who marvel at this natural wonder. Traveling to Karlovy Vary in Czech Republic brings us to The Sprudel at the Spa. This enchanting location boasts mineral-rich waters that bubble up through numerous spouts, offering therapeutic benefits for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. Legend has it that Saint Brendan once encountered a magnificent whale whose blowhole acted as a majestic spout amidst vast ocean waves. This awe-inspiring sight left an indelible mark on his journey and inspired tales for generations to come. Artistic depictions also celebrate spouts' significance. Philippe Mercier's masterpiece "The Elements (Water)" showcases water flowing gracefully from ornate fountains and elegant sculptures—a testament to mankind's fascination with these captivating structures. Even advertisements have utilized spouts creatively; Royles Patent Self-Pouring Teapots boasted their innovative design by showcasing tea pouring effortlessly from their unique built-in spouts—an invention that revolutionized tea-drinking rituals worldwide. Photographers like EyeUbiquitous_20107158 capture breathtaking moments where nature meets human-made wonders—such as The Fountain in Wilton, Wiltshire.