Water fountains were initially practical in purpose, used to convey water from canals or springs to cities and hamlets, supplying the inhabitants with fresh water to drink, bathe, and prepare food with. The force of gravity was the power source of water fountains up until the close of the 19th century, using the potent power of water traveling down
"Primitive" Greek Art: Large Statuary
Archaic Greeks were well known for creating the first freestanding statuary; up until then, most carvings were constructed out of walls and pillars as reliefs. Kouros figures, statues of young, attractive male or female (kore) Greeks, made up the majority of the statues. The kouroi were considered by the Greeks to represent beauty and were sculpted
The Elegance of Simple Garden Decor: The Fountain
Since garden water fountains are no longer hooked on a nearby pond, it is possible to place them close to a wall. Moreover, it is no longer necessary to dig, deal with a difficult installation process or tidy up the pond. Due to its self-contained nature, this fountain no longer requires plumbing work. Remember, however, to add water at consistent
Contemporary Garden Decoration: Outdoor Fountains and their Beginnings
A water fountain is an architectural piece that pours water into a basin or jets it high into the air in order to provide drinkable water, as well as for decorative purposes.Originally, fountains only served a practical purpose. People in cities, towns and villages received their drinking water, as well as water to bathe and wash, via aqueducts or
Fountains As Water Elements
A water feature is one which is a big element through which water flows. A simple hanging fountain or an elaborate courtyard tiered fountain are just two examples from the broad range of articles available. Since they are so versatile, these decorative elements can be situated either in your backyard or inside your home. Pools and ponds are content