Bernini: The Master of Italy's Greatest Fountains
Bernini: The Master of Italy's Greatest Fountains
One can find Bernini's earliest masterpiece, the Barcaccia water fountain, at the base of the Trinita dei Monti in Piaza di Spagna. To this day, this area is filled with Roman locals and travelers alike who enjoy debate and each other's company. Today, the city streets surrounding Bernini's fountain are a trendy area where people go to gather, something which the artist would have been pleased to learn. In about 1630, the great master designed the first water fountain of his career at the behest of Pope Ubano VIII. People can now see the fountain as an illustration of a great ship slowly sinking into the Mediterranean. According to 16th century reports, a great flood of the Tevere covered the entire area in water, an event which was commemorated by the magnificent fountain. In what turned out to be his sole extended absence from Italy, Bernini {journeyed | traveled] to France in 1665.
The First Contemporary Wall Fountains
The First Contemporary Wall Fountains The translation of hundreds of classical Greek documents into Latin was commissioned by the learned Pope Nicholas V who led the Church in Rome from 1397 till 1455.
He undertook the beautification of Rome to make it into the model seat of the Christian world. Beginning in 1453, the ruined ancient Roman aqueduct known as the Aqua Vergine which had brought clean drinking water into the city from eight miles away, underwent restoration at the bidding of the Pope. The ancient Roman tradition of building an imposing commemorative fountain at the point where an aqueduct arrived, also known as a mostra, was restored by Nicholas V. The present-day location of the Trevi Fountain was previously occupied by a wall fountain commissioned by the Pope and constructed by the architect Leon Battista Alberti. Changes and extensions, included in the repaired aqueduct, eventually provided the Trevi Fountain and the well-known baroque fountains in the Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Navona with the necessary water supply.
The One Cleaning Solution to NEVER Use On Your Wall fountains
The One Cleaning Solution to NEVER Use On Your Wall fountains In order to ensure that water fountains last a while, it is important to practice regular maintenance. A common concern with fountains is that they tend to accumulate dirt and debris, so it is essential that you keep it free from this. Another factor is that water that is subjected to sunlight is susceptible to growing algae. Either sea salt, hydrogen peroxide, or vinegar can be mixed into the water to avoid this problem. Bleach can also be put into the water, but this is not the ideal option as it can hurt birds or other animals. Every three-four months, garden fountains should go through a good cleaning. Before you can start cleaning it you should empty out all of the water. Then use a soft rag and gentle cleanser to scrub the inside. A good tip is to use a toothbrush if there are tiny hard-to-reach spots. Any soap residue that remains on your fountain can damage it, so be sure it is all rinsed off.
It is highly advised taking the pump apart to better clean the inside and get rid of any plankton or calcium. To make it less strenuous, soak it in vinegar for a while before cleaning. Neither rain water nor mineral water contain components that will collect inside the pump, so use either over tap water if possible.
And finally, make sure the water level is consistently full in order to keep your fountain running optimally. If the water level slides below the pump’s intake level, it can damage the pump and cause it to burn out - something you don't want to happen!