The Magificent Early Masterpieces by Bernini
The Magificent Early Masterpieces by Bernini
Bernini's earliest water fountain, named Barcaccia, is a breath taking work of art seen at the foot of the Trinita dei Monti in Piaza di Spagna. To this day, this spot is flooded with Roman locals and tourists alike who enjoy debate 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 surrounding his amazing water fountain. The master's first water fountain of his career was built at around 1630 at the request of Pope Urbano VIII. The fountain’s central theme is based on an enormous ship slowly sinking into the Mediterranean Sea. The great 16th century flooding of the Tevere, which left the entire region inundated with water, was memorialized by the water fountain according to documents from the time. In what turned out to be his only extended absence from Italy, Bernini {journeyed | traveled] to France in 1665.
The Many Good Reasons to Add a Fountain
The Many Good Reasons to Add a Fountain
A great way to enhance the appeal of your outdoor living area is to add a wall water feature or an exterior garden fountain to your landscaping or garden layout. Many contemporary designers and artisans have been inspired by historical fountains and water features. You can also reinforce the link to the past by incorporating one of these to your home's interior design. Among the many attributes of these beautiful garden fountains is the water and moisture they release into the air which attracts birds and other wild life as well as helps to balance the ecosystem. For example, birds lured by a fountain or birdbath can be useful because they fend off bothersome flying insects. Wall fountains are a good alternative if your yard is small because they do not require much space in contrast to a spouting or cascading fountain. There are two types of fountains to pick from including the freestanding version with a flat back and an attached basin set up against a fence or a wall in your yard, or the wall-mounted, self-contained version which is hung directly on a wall. Both a fountain mask placed on the existing wall as well as a basin located at the bottom to collect the water are necessary if you wish to add a fountain. It is best not to undertake this job on your own as professional plumbers and masons are best suited to do this type of work.