Where did Large Outdoor Fountains Originate from?
Where did Large Outdoor Fountains Originate from?
A water fountain is an architectural piece that pours water into a basin or jets it high into the air in order to provide drinkable water, as well as for decorative purposes. Originally, fountains only served a functional purpose. Water fountains were linked to a spring or aqueduct to supply drinkable water as well as bathing water for cities, townships and villages. Until the late 19th, century most water fountains operated using the force of gravity to allow water to flow or jet into the air, therefore, they needed a source of water such as a reservoir or aqueduct located higher than the fountain. Fountains were an optimal source of water, and also served to adorn living areas and celebrate the artist. Animals or heroes made of bronze or stone masks were often times used by Romans to beautify their fountains. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden designers included fountains in their designs to re-create the gardens of paradise. To show his prominence over nature, French King Louis XIV included fountains in the Garden of Versailles. To mark the entryway of the restored Roman aqueducts, the Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries commissioned the construction of baroque style fountains in the spot where the aqueducts entered the city of Rome
The end of the 19th century saw the increase in usage of indoor plumbing to supply drinking water, so urban fountains were relegated to strictly decorative elements. Fountains using mechanical pumps instead of gravity helped fountains to deliver recycled water into living spaces as well as create special water effects.
Embellishing city parks, honoring people or events and entertaining, are some of the uses of modern-day fountains.
A Wall Water Feature to Suit Your Decor
A Wall Water Feature to Suit Your Decor A small patio or a courtyard is a great spot to situate your wall fountain when you need peace and quiet. Even a little space can contain a custom-made one.
A spout, a water basin, internal piping, and a pump are vital for freestanding as well as mounted varieties. You have many styles to a lot to choose from whether you are in search of a traditional, popular, classical, or Asian style. Usually quite large, freestanding wall fountains, also referred to as floor fountains, have their basins on the ground.
A wall-mounted fountain can either be integrated onto a wall already in existence or built into a wall under construction. This style of fountain adds to a cohesive look making it appear as if it was part of the landscape rather than an added feature.