Bernini's First Masterpieces
Bernini's First Masterpieces The Barcaccia, Bernini's very first water fountain, is a magnificent chef d'oeuvre built at the base of the Trinita dei Monti in Piaza di Spagna. To this day, you will find Roman residents and vacation goers filling this space to revel in chit chatter and being among other people. The streets neighboring his fountain have come to be one of the city’s most trendy gathering places, something which would certainly have pleased Bernini himself. In about 1630, the great master designed the first fountain of his career at the behest of Pope Ubano VIII. A large boat slowly sinking into the Mediterranean is the fountain's central theme. Period writings dating back to the 16th century indicate that the fountain was built as a memorial to those who lost their lives in the great flooding of the Tevere. In 1665, France was graced by Bernini's only extended voyage outside of Italy.
Fountains for Compact Spaces
Fountains for Compact Spaces Since water makes a reflection, smaller spaces will appear larger. Dark materials increase the reflective properties of a fountain or water feature.
If your intention is to highlight your new feature at night, underwater lights in varied colors and shapes will do the trick. Eco-lights powered by sunlight can be used during the day whereas you can use lights to enhance your backyard at night. Often utilized in natural therapies, they help to diminish anxiety and stress with their calming sounds. Water just mixes into the greenery in your backyard. People will be centered on the pond, artificial river or fountain in your yard. Small verandas or large gardens is the perfect place to install a water feature. The best way to improve the atmosphere, position it in a good place and use the right accompaniments.