Our handsome fountain is made of cast stone by American artisans. The weight is substantial (550 lbs.), but the fountain comes in four pieces, which can be managed by two people. Assembly is not difficult, so the self-contained fountain can be operational in less than an hour. Use a hose to fill the octagonal basin, plug in the 140 GPH pump, and enjoy the soothing sound of water. It now takes up to sixteen weeks for this fountain to be made and then shipped. We apologize for the long lead time.