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Rose Fountain #4
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The base and pool of the rose fountain.
Water Fountains: The Persian Influence
The Persian influence was felt by the enclosure of the gardens and pools, and the architecture of these gardens was meant to simulate the heavens. Many of these gardens inspired the famous Persian carpet designs that have persisted to this day. Roman society was intricately tied to the bathing ritual, and particularly enjoyed water features in the gardens intertwined with the public baths. In the hot deserts of the middle east, the desert oasis provided the inspiration for the ancient Persian-inspired paradise gardens.
Water in the Natural World
Water permeates the natural world in every aspect of our being, from the cells of our body to the specactual water fountains of the world. Water covers about two thirds of the earth's surface, but only a small percentage is available as fresh water, suitable for human consumption. It's seemingly random presence in the earth's atmosphere is the major force in our daily weather. It constitutes a major ingredient in the cells of our bodies. We physically need the existence of water to live. We crave seeing fountains, hearing running or cascading water, or touching it for sensual pleasure, spiritual satisfaction or experiences of reflection and wonder. Myths, legends, symbols, poetry, music and art all extol the power of water through it's numerous water fountains. Civilizations control the forces of water for both simple (decorative fountains) and complex purposes (trade and commerce). It has affected the political and economic course of history; villages and cities first developed near sources of water, and trade and exploration dependend on natural waterways.
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Hi Linda,
Very colorful photo! I like the water jumping on the base! It gives a great joyful mood at your image! Very good sharpness and saturation! Bravo! Annie
Hi Linda, good shot with the different bands of colour, completed with the splashing water.I like the framing, it draws the picture together somehow.
Very interesting note.
TFS, regards Jean.
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