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Water Fountain History - A Rich Chronicle Of Water Fountain Style And Use

Thu 28 Feb 2008 - 14:46

Water Fountain History - A Rich Chronicle Of Water Fountain Style And Use
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Donna_L_Turner]Donna L Turner

The history of water fountains can be traced back thousands of years to the times of the Ancient Middle East. Even though the design and mechanics of the water fountain may have changed significantly over the centuries, the beauty and appeal of them has not. That is what leads many homeowners and business owners to install water fountains, either inside or outside of their homes and businesses to help add that touch of style and relaxation to their life and to their surroundings.


The earliest history of water fountains can be found carved in the walls of ancient Egyptian tombs and proves that the water fountains of this time were used for both functional and aesthetic needs in the ancient world. During the ancient Egyptian times, water fountains were normally rectangular in shape, filled with fish, and were lined by trees. These early fountains depended upon naturally running water from springs and other water sources to keep them clean and pure. Other early civilizations also had water fountains, including the Persians, Spanish, and Chinese. Each had slight stylistic differences, depending upon the lives and needs of the cultures.


In the times of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, water fountain history turns to continents such as Europe. The Europeans loved the more ornate water fountains that featured movement and life in their design. From sculptures of humans to animals and more, these early water fountains expressed the great interest and dedication to architecture and art of these times. Their designs were heavily influenced by the water fountains in Persia and Rome, but the Europeans had their own style that they included as well.


The purpose of fountains has greatly changed from these accounts of early fountain history to now. In the earliest history of water fountains, the water features were used as public areas to gather water to drink and bathe with, but they also served an aesthetic need for the citizens of that city or area. The water fountains served as a focal point for the middle of a city or area where the citizens would gather to talk as they collected water for their daily needs. This area was often lined with people selling their wares, from fresh food, to meat, to cloth and more.


Now, water fountains can be found almost anywhere. From a small backyard, to hanging within or outside a home, to in a pool, you will be amazed at the different places that you can spy water fountains these days from homes to businesses. Nowadays, fountains are used more to create a feeling of relaxation and life in an area, from inside to outside. Water is naturally relaxing and in our fast-paced lives these days we crave anything that can add that feeling of relaxation to our days. This is what water fountains are able to do.

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