Bernini's Early Masterpieces
Bernini's Early Masterpieces One can find Bernini's earliest masterpiece, the Barcaccia water fountain, at the base of the Trinita dei Monti in Piaza di Spagna.
Roman locals and site seers who enjoy conversation as well as being the company of others still flood this spot. Bernini would without a doubt have been happy to know that people still flock to what has become one the city's trendiest areas, that surrounding his amazing fountain. In about 1630, the great master built the very first fountain of his career at the behest of Pope Ubano VIII. The fountain’s central motif is based on an enormous vessel slowly sinking into the Mediterranean Sea. The great 16th century flood of the Tevere, which left the entire region inundated with water, was memorialized by the water fountain according to documents from the time. Absenting himself from Italy only once in his life for a prolonged period of time, in 1665 Bernini traveled to France.
Choose from Many Exterior Wall Fountain Styles
Choose from Many Exterior Wall Fountain Styles Wall fountains are well suited to little patios or gardens because they do not take up too much space while also adding a touch of flair and providing a great place to find peace and quiet. Traditional, antique, contemporary, or Asian are just a few of the designs you can pick from when looking for an outdoor wall fountain to your liking. While there are countless prefabricated ones on the market, you may need a custom-built fountain if none of these are pleasing to you. There are two specific sorts of fountains you can buy: mounted and stand-alone. Small, self-contained versions can be placed on a wall are called mounted wall fountains. Ordinarily made of resin (to resemble stone) or fiber glass, these sorts of fountains are lightweight and easy to hang. Sizable free-standing wall fountains, commonly referred to as floor fountains, have their basins located on the floor and a smooth side leaning on a wall. Generally made of cast stone, this style of water feature is not limited in weight.
It is a good idea to integrate a custom-made fountain into a new or existing wall, something often suggested by landscape professionals. Placing the basin against the wall and installing all the plumbing work needs a expert mason to do it properly. It is also necessary to include a spout or fountain mask to build it into the wall. The cohesive look produced by custom-made wall fountains make them appear to be part of the landscape rather than an afterthought.