The First Documented Fountains of Human History

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The water from springs and other sources was initially supplied to the residents of nearby towns and municipalities through water fountains, whose design was largely practical, not artistic. To make water flow through a fountain until the late 1800’s, and produce a jet of water, required gravity and a water source such as a creek or reservoir, located higher than the fountain. Typically used as monuments and commemorative edifices, water fountains have influenced men and women from all over the globe all through the ages. Crude in style, the 1st water fountains didn't appear much like modern-day fountains. Basic stone basins created from nearby rock were the very first fountains, used for religious purposes and drinking water. Pure stone basins as fountains have been uncovered from 2000 BC. The first fountains put to use in ancient civilizations depended on gravity to manipulate the movement of water through the fountain. Drinking water was provided by public fountains, long before fountains became ornate public monuments, as striking as they are practical. The Romans began constructing elaborate fountains in 6 BC, most of which were metallic or stone masks of creatures and mythological heroes. The Romans had an intricate system of aqueducts that provided the water for the countless fountains that were located throughout the community.

The Father Of Rome's Water Fountain Design

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The Father Of Rome's Water Fountain Design There are any number of renowned Roman water features in its city center. Nearly all of them were planned, architected and built by one of the finest sculptors and designers of the 17th century, Gian Lorenzo Bernini. Also a city builder, he had abilities as a fountain designer, and remnants of his life's work are noticeable throughout the avenues of Rome. A famous Florentine sculptor, Bernini's father guided his young son, and they eventually transferred to Rome to fully showcase their art, primarily in the form of community water features and water features. The young Bernini received encouragement from Popes and influential artists alike, and was an diligent worker. His sculpture was initially his claim to celebrity. An expert in ancient Greek architecture, he used this knowledge as a foundation and melded it gracefully with Roman marble, most remarkably in the Vatican. He was influenced by many great artists, however, Michelangelo had the biggest impact on his work.