The Root of Contemporary Wall Fountains
The Root of Contemporary Wall Fountains
Himself a learned man, Pope Nicholas V headed the Roman Catholic Church from 1397 till 1455 and was responsible for the translation of scores of ancient 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. Reconstruction of the Acqua Vergine, a ruined Roman aqueduct which had transported fresh drinking water into the city from eight miles away, began in 1453 at the bidding of the Pope. Building a mostra, an imposing celebratory fountain built by ancient Romans to memorialize the entry point of an aqueduct, was a tradition revived by Nicholas V. The architect Leon Battista Alberti was commissioned by the Pope to construct a wall fountain where we now find the Trevi Fountain. The aqueduct he had refurbished 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.
Caring For Large Garden Fountains
Caring For Large Garden Fountains A vital first step before installing any outdoor wall feature is to think about the space you have available. It is essential that the wall where you are going to place it is sturdy enough to support its load.
Note that smaller areas or walls will need to have a lightweight fountain. In order to run the fountain, an electrical socket will need to be nearby. Since there are many kinds of outdoor wall fountains, installation methods vary, but the majority include user-friendly instructions. Most outside wall fountains are available in "for-dummies" style kits that will give you all you need to properly install it. A submersible pump, hoses and basin, or reservoir, are included in the kit. The basin, if it's not too big, can easily be concealedin your garden among the plants. Once your wall fountain is in place, all that is required is consistent cleaning and some light maintenance.
Change the water regularly so it is always clean. Debris such as branches, leaves or dirt should be cleared away quickly. Make sure that your outdoor wall fountain is shielded from freezing winter temperatures. Your pump may split when exposed to freezing water during the cold weather, so it is best to bring it indoors to prevent any damage. Simply put, your outdoor fountain will be a part of your life for many years with the proper care and maintenance.