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The fountain is isolated, leaning against the north facade of the Sé Cathedral of Porto, specifically the parochial sacristy and the Chapel of the Holy Sacrement. Nearby is the Casa da Câmara.The fountain has a low back and curved profile with wedge-shaped pilasters and an upper cornice forming a curved pediment to the center. A small fountain springs from the central urn to a stone bowl. To the back, wrought iron railing separates the two wedge-shaped urns and central base. The centre is dominated by the main column with lateral curvilinear frontispiece and bas-relief, featuring the Archangel Michael holding a sword and shield and stepping on the devil. The shaft is interrupted by rings and decorative flourishes that rise to support a figure of the archangel Michael.
Archangel Michael north Casa da Câmara Porto fountain