Fountains
Mid-18th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century French Other Antique Fountains
Stone
Mid-20th Century American Fountains
Cast Stone
20th Century French Louis XIV Fountains
Iron
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1930s Italian Vintage Fountains
Stone, Cement
20th Century French Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1960s Italian Vintage Fountains
Rock Crystal
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
19th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Fountains
Stone, Cast Stone, Cement
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
1850s English William IV Antique Fountains
Copper, Lead
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Fountains
Pottery
Early 17th Century Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Granite
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
2010s British Modern Fountains
Travertine
2010s British Modern Fountains
Sandstone
17th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Greco Roman Fountains
Bronze
2010s British Modern Fountains
Marble, Carrara Marble
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Fountains
Bronze
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Sandstone
17th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Fountains
Marble
20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
Mid-20th Century English Fountains
Concrete
1910s Italian Country Vintage Fountains
Carrara Marble
1990s Philippine Fountains
Copper
Early 1900s Swedish Country Antique Fountains
Concrete
20th Century Fountains
Marble
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 20th Century French Beaux Arts Fountains
Cast Stone
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Renaissance Fountains
Stone
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Fountains
Concrete
1950s English Beaux Arts Vintage Fountains
Aluminum
2010s British Post-Modern Fountains
Travertine
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Fountains
Zinc
17th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
2010s British Post-Modern Fountains
Marble
2010s British Post-Modern Fountains
Sandstone
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Fountains
Marble
2010s Belgian Modern Fountains
Stone, Bronze
2010s American Fountains
Stone
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Vintage, New and Antique Fountains for Your Home and Garden
Adding antique and vintage fountains to your home and garden is a great way to accentuate your interiors or landscape design as well as reap the benefits of the calming sound of flowing water.
The design of your outdoor fountain — or the indoor fountain you’ve introduced to your parlor — is going to determine how the water flows into its basin. Whether your new addition is a simple bowl-shaped design, an elaborate wall-mounted Art Deco fountain or a classical tiered tower boasting decoratively carved floral motifs, this will determine the movement of the feature’s water as well as the sounds it makes. If you’re looking to ensure that there is steadily bubbling water, a slow trickle, a waterfall or cascading sheets of water, you’ll want to think about the architecture of your fountain.
Interior and exterior fountains are made from a variety of materials. Cast concrete lends a classical look to your outdoor fountain. Limestone, a component of concrete, is a dense rock with a creamy white finish that calls to mind classical sculptures. If you’ve already adorned your garden or patio and firepit area with Roman statues, this will feel cohesive in your outdoor space. While limestone fountains are low maintenance, these features will require upkeep. A limestone fountain will need to be cleaned out and undergo a water change on occasion — at least every two to four months — in order to prevent algae growth as well as the smell that might accompany it.
Glazed ceramic fountains, which also warrant regular cleaning to reduce buildup of debris and mineral deposits, will add a splash of color to your garden or entryway. A Spanish or Italian fountain adorned with vibrant ornamental tiles will pop against your shrubbery and concrete planters. Lightweight options for outdoor fountains can be found in fiberglass and cast iron if stone seems too heavy for your taste.
By the 19th century, Victorians realized there were health benefits to fountains. The sound of running water can help create a harmonious and soothing environment in your well-appointed outdoor oasis or inviting foyer, and today, we could all use a little relaxation.
It’s time to harness the calming properties of gently flowing water. You will love the serenity that a vintage, new or antique fountain from 1stDibs can add to your home and garden.