Where did Large Garden Fountains Originate from?

The main purpose of a fountain was originally strictly practical. Water fountains were connected to a spring or aqueduct to supply potable water as well as bathing water for cities, townships and villages. Up to the late nineteenth century, water fountains had to be near an aqueduct or reservoir and higher than the fountain so that gravity could make the water flow downwards or shoot high into the air. Artists thought of fountains as amazing additions to a living space, however, the fountains also served to supply clean water and celebrate the artist responsible for building it. The main components used by the Romans to create their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly illustrating animals or heroes. During the Middle Ages, Muslim and Moorish garden planners incorporated fountains to create smaller depictions of the gardens of paradise. The fountains seen in the Gardens of Versailles were meant to show the power over nature held by King Louis XIV of France. The Romans of the 17th and 18th centuries created baroque decorative fountains to glorify the Popes who commissioned them as well as to mark the location where the restored Roman aqueducts entered the city.

Indoor plumbing became the key source of water by the end of the 19th century thereby restricting urban fountains to mere decorative elements. Impressive water effects and recycled water were made possible by replacing the power of gravity with mechanical pumps.

Modern-day fountains serve mostly as decoration for community spaces, to honor individuals or events, and compliment entertainment and recreational events.

What Are Wall fountains Made From?

Today, a lot of people choose copper for their sculptural garden fountains. Copper is used in cascade and tabletop water fountains as well as various other styles, making it versatile enough for inside and outside fountains. If you opt to go with copper, your fountain can be any style from fun and whimsical to modern.

If your style is more conventional, a brass water fountain might be perfect for you. Although it is not the most stylish, the creatures and sculptural features you find on fountains are mostly made of brass, thus making them very popular.

Of all the metals, stainless steel is recognized as the most modern -looking. For an instantaneous increase in the value and comfort of your garden, get one of the contemporary steel designs. Like all water fountains, you can find them in just about any size you choose.

Fiberglass is a popular material for fountains because you can get the look and feel of metal at a much lower price, and it is lightweight and easier to move than metal. It is not complicated to clean and maintain a fiberglass water fountain, yet another reason they are trendy.