The Various Construction Materials of Large Garden Fountains
The Various Construction Materials of Large Garden Fountains While today’s garden fountains are made in a number of materials, the majority are crafted from metal.
Those made from metals have clean lines and unique sculptural elements, and are versatile enough to fit any budget and decor. It is very important that your landscape reflects the style of your home. A common choice today is copper, and it is used in the designing of many sculptural garden fountains. Copper is appropriate for many fountain styles, including tabletop and cascade water fountains, and can be put inside or outside - making it a great choice. Copper fountains also come in a vast array of designs - from fun and eccentric to modern and cutting-edge.
Also popular, brass fountains typically have a more old-fashioned style to them versus their copper counterpart. Even though they are a bit old-fashioned, brass fountains are quite popular because they often include interesting artwork.
The most stylish metal right now is perhaps stainless steel. Adding a modern-looking steel design will immediately add value to your garden and elevate the overall ambiance. Like all water fountains, you can buy them in just about any size you prefer.
For people who want the look of a metal fountain but desire a lighter weight and more affordable option, fiberglass is the answer. Caring for a fiberglass water fountain is relatively easy, another benefit that consumers love.
The Origins of Modern Wall Fountains
The Origins of Modern Wall Fountains The translation of hundreds of ancient Greek texts into Latin was commissioned by the learned Pope Nicholas V who ruled the Church in Rome from 1397 until 1455. It was imperative for him to beautify the city of Rome to make it worthy of being called the capital of the Christian world. Beginning in 1453, the ruined ancient Roman aqueduct known as the Aqua Vergine which had brought fresh drinking water into the city from eight miles away, underwent restoration at the bidding of the Pope.
The ancient Roman tradition of marking the entry point of an aqueduct with an magnificent celebratory fountain, also known as a mostra, was restored by Nicholas V. The Trevi Fountain now occupies the area previously filled with a wall fountain built by Leon Battista Albert, an architect employed by the Pope. The aqueduct he had reconditioned included modifications and extensions which eventually enabled it to supply water to the Trevi Fountain as well as the famed baroque fountains in the Piazza del Popolo and the Piazza Navona.