The Source of Modern Garden Water Fountains
The Source of Modern Garden Water Fountains The translation of hundreds of classic Greek texts into Latin was commissioned by the learned Pope Nicholas V who ruled the Church in Rome from 1397 till 1455. He undertook the beautification of Rome to turn it into the worthy seat 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 reconstruction at the bidding of the Pope. Building a mostra, an imposing celebratory fountain built by ancient Romans to memorialize the entry point of an aqueduct, was a custom revived by Nicholas V.
The architect Leon Battista Alberti was directed by the Pope to put up a wall fountain where we now find the Trevi Fountain. Modifications and extensions, included in the repaired aqueduct, eventually supplied the Trevi Fountain and the well-known baroque fountains in the Piazza del Popolo and Piazza Navona with the necessary water supply.
The Many Construction Materials of Fountains
The Many Construction Materials of Fountains While today’s garden fountains are made in a range of materials, most are crafted from metal. Those made from metals have clean lines and unique sculptural elements, and are flexible enough to fit any budget and decor. The interior design of your house should establish the look and feel of your yard and garden as well. Presently, copper is quite common for sculptural garden fountains. Copper fountains are the ideal option because they are perfect for the inside and outside. Copper is also flexible enough that you can choose a range of styles for your fountain, from contemporary to whimsical.
If you are drawn to more conventional -looking water fountains, brass is probably the best option for you. Brass fountains are commonly designed with unique artwork, so they are popular even if they are a bit conventional.
Most people today see stainless steel as the most modern option. A contemporary steel design will quickly increase the value of your garden as well as the feeling of serenity. As with any type of fountain, they are available in many sizes.
Fiberglass is a widely used material for fountains because you can get the look and feel of metal at a much lower price, and it is lighter and easier to move than metal. Caring for a fiberglass water fountain is relatively easy, another benefit that consumers seek.