Up until the Archaic Greeks created the very first freestanding statuary, a remarkable achievement, carvings had mainly been completed in walls and pillars as reliefs. Most of these freestanding sculptures were what is known as kouros figures, statues of young, attractive male or female (kore) Greeks. The kouroi were considered by the Greeks to rep
The Beginnings of Modern Outdoor Water Fountains
As the leader of the Catholic Church, the scholarly Pope Nicholas V (1397-1455} decided to authorize translations of invaluable books from their original Greek into Latin. In addition, beautifying the city and making it the true capital of the Christian world was at the heart of his ambitions. Beginning in 1453, he called for the restoration of the
The 10 Greatest Offbeat Treks
Wouldn’t it be fantastic to leave all your worries behind and travel to where no one knows you? Detach from the monotonous and reinvigorate yourself with the magnificence of nature on some of the most remote treks. Go from Africa’s third greatest summit to the Australian deserts or visit the most southerly point in
A Wall Water Feature to Fit Your Decor
Putting a wall fountain in your yard or patio is perfect when you want to relax. Even a small space can contain a custom-made one. Whether it is stand alone or mounted, you will require a spout, a water bowl, internal piping, and a pump. You have many styles to a lot to choose from whether you are in search of a traditional, popular, classical, or
What Are Large Outdoor Fountains Manufactured From?
Most modern-day garden fountains come in metal, although various other types exist. Metals tend to produce clean lines and unique sculptural accents and can fit almost any design theme or budget. It is essential that your landscape reflects the style of your residence.Presently, copper is very popular for sculptural garden fountains. Copper is tren