The wellhead in the courtyard of the Ca d'Oro is one of the most beautiful wellheads in Venice. It was carved from a single block of red Verona marble by Bartolomeo Bon in 1427-28 and is ornately decorated with figures of Justice, Fortitude, and Charity, each flanked by lions and surrounded by fine acanthus leaves. This wellhead also has a fascinating history as it was removed from the palazzo and sold before Giorgio Franchetti rescued it from an antique dealer in Paris and returned it to its rightful place at the beginning of the 20th century. In 2019, it was repeatedly submerged under corrosive seawater during the exceptional high tides in November and December.
Now, thanks to Save Venice's Immediate Response Fund, this unique and resilient treasure is undergoing vital conservation treatment.















