The Beginnings of Contemporary Wall Fountains

The Beginnings of Contemporary Wall Fountains Pope Nicholas V, himself a well educated man, ruled the Roman Catholic Church from 1397 to 1455 during which time he commissioned many translations of ancient classical Greek texts into Latin. It was imperative for him to embellish the city of Rome to make it worthy of being known as the capital of the Christian world. At the behest of the Pope, the Aqua Vergine, a ruined aqueduct which had transported clean drinking water into Rome from eight miles away, was reconditioned starting in 1453. The ancient Roman tradition of building an awe-inspiring commemorative fountain at the point where an aqueduct arrived, also known as a mostra, 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 furnished the Trevi Fountain as well as the renown baroque fountains in the Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Navona flowed from the modified aqueduct which he had renovated.

The Impact of the Norman Conquest on Anglo Saxon Landscaping

The Impact of the Norman Conquest on Anglo Saxon Landscaping The introduction of the Normans in the second half of the 11th century irreparably transformed The Anglo-Saxon lifestyle. Engineering and gardening were attributes that the Normans excelled in, trumping that of the Anglo-Saxons at the time of the occupation. But before concentrating on home-life or having the occasion to think about domestic architecture or decoration, the Normans had to subjugate an entire population.Impact Norman Conquest Anglo Saxon Landscaping 7666650785289618539.jpg Most often built upon windy peaks, castles were straightforward constructs that allowed their occupants to devote time and space to offensive and defensive programs, while monasteries were rambling stone buildings frequently added in only the most fecund, broad valleys. The barren fortresses did not provide for the calm avocation of gardening. Berkeley Castle, perhaps the most pristine model of the early Anglo-Norman style of architecture, still exists today. The keep is reported to have been conceived during the time of William the Conqueror. As a technique of deterring assailants from tunneling under the walls, an immense terrace encompasses the building. A picturesque bowling green, enveloped in grass and bordered by battlements cut out of an ancient yew hedge, creates one of the terraces.
Bernini: The Master of Italy's Most Impressive Fountains The Barcaccia, a beautiful water fountain constructed at the base of the Trinita dei Monti in Piaza di Spagna, was Bernini's earliest water fountain.Roman locals and site seers who appreciate conversation as well as being the company of others still go to this spot.... read more


Short Outline of Herb Gardening A lot of gardeners see that they are drawn to learning more about natural herbs as they are easy to cultivate and excellent to use in cooking.Natural herbs are very painless to cultivate indoors or outdoors and offer near-instant pleasure, they are used in marinades, sauces, soups and other great dishes.... read more


Where did Large Garden Fountains Come From? The dramatic or decorative effect of a fountain is just one of the purposes it fulfills, as well as providing drinking water and adding a decorative touch to your property.... read more


The Influence of the Norman Invasion on Anglo Saxon Garden Design The arrival of the Normans in the later half of the 11th century substantially altered The Anglo-Saxon ways of living.The talent of the Normans exceeded the Anglo-Saxons' in design and agriculture at the time of the conquest.... read more


The City Of Rome, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, And Garden Fountains In Rome’s city center, there are countless famous water fountains.One of the most distinguished sculptors and artists of the 17th century, Gian Lorenzo Bernini planned, conceptualized and constructed almost all of them.... read more


The Dissemination of Outdoor Fountain Design Technology Dissiminating useful hydraulic knowledge and water fountain design ideas throughout Europe was accomplished with the printed papers and illustrated publications of the time.... read more


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