The Root of Modern Outdoor Wall Fountains

The Root of Modern Outdoor Wall Fountains Himself a highly educated man, Pope Nicholas V headed the Roman Catholic Church from 1397 till 1455 and was responsible for the translation of scores of age-old texts from their original Greek into Latin. It was important for him to embellish the city of Rome to make it worthy of being known as the capital of the Christian world. Restoration of the Acqua Vergine, a ruined Roman aqueduct which had carried fresh drinking water into the city from eight miles away, began in 1453 at the bidding of the Pope. The historical Roman tradition of marking the arrival point of an aqueduct with an imposing celebratory fountain, 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 aqueduct he had reconditioned included modifications and extensions which eventually allowed it to supply water to the Trevi Fountain as well as the renowned baroque fountains in the Piazza del Popolo and the Piazza Navona.

Where did Garden Water Fountains Originate from?

Where did Garden Water Fountains Originate from? The amazing or decorative effect of a fountain is just one of the purposes it fulfills, in addition to providing drinking water and adding a decorative touch to your property.

From the beginning, outdoor fountains were simply there to serve as functional elements. Water fountains were linked to a spring or aqueduct to provide drinkable water as well as bathing water for cities, townships and villages. Up until the nineteenth, fountains had to be more elevated and closer to a water source, including aqueducts and reservoirs, in order to benefit from gravity which fed the fountains. Fountains were an optimal source of water, and also served to adorn living areas and celebrate the artist. The main components used by the Romans to create their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly depicting animals or heroes. To depict the gardens of paradise, Muslim and Moorish garden planners of the Middle Ages introduced fountains to their designs. King Louis XIV of France wanted to demonstrate his superiority over nature by including fountains in the Gardens of Versailles. To mark the entryway of the restored Roman aqueducts, the Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries commissioned the building of baroque style fountains in the spot where the aqueducts entered the city of Rome Garden Water Fountains Originate from? 15930668840659.jpg

The end of the 19th century saw the increase in usage of indoor plumbing to provide drinking water, so urban fountains were relegated to purely decorative elements. Impressive water effects and recycled water were made possible by replacing the power of gravity with mechanical pumps.

Modern fountains are used to adorn public spaces, honor individuals or events, and enrich recreational and entertainment events.

The Countless Styles of Wall Fountains

The Countless Styles of Wall Fountains Small patios or courtyards are a perfect place to set up wall fountains because they add style to an area with little space. Conventional, 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. Countless Styles Wall Fountains 3893982032.jpg

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While there are countless prefabricated ones on the market, you may need a customized fountain if none of these are appealing to you.

Mounted and stand-alone water features are available on the market. Mounted wall fountains are small and self-contained versions which can be placed on a wall. Fountains of this kind need to be lightweight, therefore, they are typically made of resin (resembling stone) or fiberglass. Large-sized 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. Water features such as these are usually manufactured of cast stone and have no weight limitations.

It is a good idea to integrate a customized fountain into a new or existing wall, something often suggested by landscape experts. Placing the basin against the wall and installing all the plumbing work needs a professional mason to do it right. A fountain mask or a spout also needs to be integrated into the wall. The cohesive look provided by customized wall fountains make them appear to be part of the scenery rather than an afterthought.

Statues As a Staple of Vintage Art in Ancient Greece

Statues As a Staple of Vintage Art in Ancient Greece The initial freestanding sculpture was designed by the Archaic Greeks, a distinguished success since until then the only carvings in existence were reliefs cut into walls and columns. Younger, ideal male or female (kore) Greeks were the subject matter of most of the sculptures, or kouros figures. Representing beauty to the Greeks, the kouroi were made to look rigid and commonly had foot in front; the males were vigorous, robust, and naked. The kouroi started to be life-sized beginning in 650 BC. The Archaic period was turbulent for the Greeks as they progressed into more polished forms of government and art, and gained more information about the peoples and cultures outside of Greece. Similar to other periods of historical unrest, disputes were commonplace, and there were battles between city-states like The Arcadian wars, the Spartan invasion of Samos.