Located on the Li Galli archipelago off the coast of Positano, this fountain designed by Michael Anastassiades re-establishes a dialogue with the aesthetic and natural qualities of this unique landscape. 

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The archipelago, made up of three islets, Gallo Lungo, La Rotonda, and La Castelluccia, is a setting steeped in history and mystery, blending mythological, military, and artistic tales. The Greeks called the site Sirenuse, believing it to be the home of the sirens. In the Middle Ages, the island of Gallo Lungo housed military structures to monitor the Gulf of Salerno against pirate incursions. In the 20th century, it became a private residence for artists such as dancers Léonide Massine and Rudolf Nureyev. 

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The fountain is situated on the islet of Gallo Lungo, whose shape recalls the curves of a dolphin. Crafted entirely from aluminum bronze, it blends into the landscape through the purity of its lines. Its monolithic appearance highlights the raw material, with the entire base cast from a single block. Ten water jets plunging into a sparkling basin create a minimalist composition where the technology remains discreet. Each of the ten jets has a symbolic direction, pointing toward specific geographical locations: Venice, London, Grasse, Comporta, Stromboli, Hydra, Polyaigos, Kastellorizo, India, and Kyoto. In calm weather, the near-laminar jets evoke the unison and serenity of this singular place, building a bridge between travel, landscapes, intimacy, and simplicity.

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