Water-raising System by Camillo Agrippa
Water-raising System by Camillo Agrippa In 1588, Agrippa’s water-lifting discovery lured the interest and approval of Andrea Bacci but that turned out to be one of the last mentions of the device. It could be that the Acqua Felice, the second of Rome’s initial modern channels made the unit outdated when it was connected to the Villa Medici in 1592. The easier reason is that it was ignored about when Ferdinando left for Florence in 1588, following the death of his brother Francesco di Medici, to trade his rank as cardinal for one as the Grand Duke of Tuscany. #P# Renaissance landscapes of the late 16th century were home to works like musical water features, scenographic water demonstrations and water caprices (giochi d’acqua), but these were not outfitted with water in ways that defied gravity itself.
The Positive Benefits of installing a Fountain in Your Living Space
The Positive Benefits of installing a Fountain in Your Living Space
The inclusion of a wall water feature or an outdoor garden fountain is an excellent way to adorn your yard or garden design. A myriad of present-day designers and fountain artisans have found inspiration in the fountains and water features of the past. You can also strengthen the link to the past by incorporating one of these to your home's interior design. The water and moisture garden fountains release into the atmosphere draws birds and other creatures, and also balances the ecosystem, all of which add to the advantages of having one of these beautiful water features. For example, irritating flying insects are usually discouraged by the birds attracted to the fountain or birdbath. Wall fountains are a good option if your yard is small because they do not require much space in comparison to a spouting or cascading fountain. You can choose to set up a stand-alone fountain with a flat back and an connected basin propped against a fence or wall in your backyard, or a wall-mounted type which is self-contained and suspended from a wall. A water feature can be added to an existing wall if you include some type of fountain mask as well as a basin to gather the water at the bottom. It is best not to undertake this job yourself as professional plumbers and masons are more suitable to do this type of work.