This is a close-up detail of the Columbian Fountain.
The eight rowing figures represent the Arts and Industries. On
the right side of the boat are Music, Architecture, Sculpture,
and Painting. On the left side of the boat are Agriculture, Science,
Industry, and Commerce. Time is shown standing at the helm steering
the boat using his scythe.
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