The Beginnings of Contemporary Wall Fountains
The Beginnings of Contemporary Wall Fountains
Hundreds of classic Greek records were translated into Latin under the authority of the scholarly Pope Nicholas V, who led the Roman Catholic Church from 1397 to 1455. In order to make Rome deserving of being the capital of the Christian world, the Pope decided to enhance the beauty of the city. Beginning in 1453, the ruined ancient Roman aqueduct known as the Aqua Vergine which had brought clean drinking water into the city from eight miles away, underwent repair at the behest of the Pope. A mostra, a monumental dedicatory fountain built by ancient Romans to mark the point of arrival of an aqueduct, was a tradition which was restored by Nicholas V. At the bidding of the Pope, architect Leon Battista Alberti undertook the construction of a wall fountain in the spot where we now find the Trevi Fountain. The water which eventually supplied the Trevi Fountain as well as the acclaimed baroque fountains in the Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Navona flowed from the modified aqueduct which he had renovated.
Backyard Fountains As Water Features
Backyard Fountains As Water Features A water feature is a large element which has water streaming in or through it. A simple hanging fountain or an elaborate courtyard tiered fountain are just two examples from the broad range of articles available.
Given that they are so functional, these decorative elements can be placed either in your backyard or inside your home. Pools and ponds are also considered water features. Garden wall fountains are important additions to your living spaces such as yards, yoga studios, cozy patios, apartment balconies, or office complexes. You can relax to the softly flowing water in your fountain and gratify your senses of sight and sound. Their noticeably pleasing design contributes to the embellishment of any space as well. The water’s comforting sounds contribute to a sense of tranquility, cover up unwanted noises, and provide a wonderful water display.