Characteristics of Garden Statues in Archaic Greece
Characteristics of Garden Statues in Archaic Greece Archaic Greeks were well known for providing the first freestanding statuary; up till then, most carvings were made out of walls and pillars as reliefs. Most of these freestanding sculptures were what is known as kouros figures, statues of young, attractive male or female (kore) Greeks. Representing beauty to the Greeks, the kouroi were designed to look stiff and always had foot in front; the males were healthy, strong, and nude. Life-sized versions of the kouroi appeared beginning in 650 BC. The Archaic period was tumultuous for the Greeks as they evolved into more refined forms of government and art, and gained more data about the peoples and cultures outside of Greece. However, the Greek civilization was not slowed down by these struggles.
Bernini’s Early Italian Fountains
Bernini’s Early Italian Fountains The Barcaccia, Bernini's first water fountain, is a striking chef d'oeuvre built at the foot of the Trinita dei Monti in Piaza di Spagna. To this day, this spot is flooded with Roman locals and travelers alike who enjoy conversation and each other's company. Bernini would undoubtedly have been happy to know that people still flock to what has become one the city's most fashionable areas, that around his amazing water fountain. In about 1630, the great artist built the very first fountain of his career at the behest of Pope Ubano VIII. The fountain’s central motif is based on a massive ship slowly sinking into the Mediterranean Sea. Period writings dating back to the 16th century show that the fountain was built as a memorial to those who lost their lives in the great flooding of the Tevere.
Absenting himself from Italy only once in his life for a long-lasting period of time, in 1665 Bernini voyaged to France.
What Are Garden Fountains Crafted From?
What Are Garden Fountains Crafted From? Though they come in various materials, modern garden fountains tend to be made of metal. Metallic ones offer clean lines and unique sculptural accents and will fit in with nearly any decorative style and budget. It is essential that your landscape design reflects the style of your home. A prevalent choice today is copper, and it is used in the crafting of many sculptural garden fountains. Copper fountains are the ideal option because they are perfect for the inside and outside. Another advantage of copper fountains is they are flexible and come in a wide range of styles.
Also popular, brass fountains typically have a more old-fashioned look to them versus their copper counterpart. You will see a lot of brass fountains, as their intriguing artwork makes them common even if they are on the more traditional side.
Most consumers today see stainless steel as the most modern option. A modern steel design will quickly raise the value of your garden as well as the feeling of peacefulness. As with any type of fountain, they are available in many sizes.
Because it is both lighter and more affordable than metal but has a comparable look, fiberglass is quite common for fountains. It is not complicated to clean and maintain a fiberglass water fountain, yet another reason they are trendy.