The Father Of Roman Garden Fountain Design
The Father Of Roman Garden Fountain Design In Rome’s city center, there are countless celebrated fountains. Gian Lorenzo Bernini, one of the greatest sculptors and artists of the 17th century planned, conceptualized and constructed virtually all of them. His expertise as a water fountain creator and also as a city architect, are visible all through the roads of Rome. A famous Florentine sculptor, Bernini's father mentored his young son, and they eventually moved to Rome to thoroughly showcase their artwork, chiefly in the form of public water features and water features. An outstanding worker, Bernin received encouragement and the the backing of popes and important painters. His sculpture was originally his claim to popularity. Working gracefully with Roman marble, he made use of a base of experience in the historical Greek architecture, most notably in the Vatican. He was influenced by many great artists, however, Michelangelo had the biggest effect on his work.
Where did Fountains Come From?
Where did Fountains Come From? A water fountain is an architectural piece that pours water into a basin or jets it high into the air in order to provide drinkable water, as well as for decorative purposes.The primary purpose of a fountain was originally strictly functional. People in cities, towns and villages received their drinking water, as well as water to bathe and wash, from aqueducts or springs in the vicinity.
Up until the 19th century, fountains had to be more elevated and closer to a water supply, including aqueducts and reservoirs, in order to take advantage of gravity which fed the fountains. Fountains were an optimal source of water, and also served to decorate living areas and memorialize the artist. The main components used by the Romans to create their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly depicting animals or heroes. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden designers included fountains in their designs to mimic the gardens of paradise. Fountains played a considerable role in the Gardens of Versailles, all part of French King Louis XIV’s desire to exercise his power over nature. To mark the entryway of the restored Roman aqueducts, the Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries commissioned the construction of baroque style fountains in the spot where the aqueducts entered the city of Rome
Indoor plumbing became the main source of water by the end of the 19th century thereby restricting urban fountains to mere decorative elements. Gravity was replaced by mechanical pumps in order to permit fountains to bring in clean water and allow for beautiful water displays.
Modern-day fountains function mostly as decoration for community spaces, to honor individuals or events, and enhance entertainment and recreational activities.