Fountains
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Iron
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Fountains
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Fountains
Resin
Mid-20th Century Spanish Fountains
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
1930s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Fountains
Bronze, Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Bronze
19th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Bronze
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Fountains
Marble
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
1920s Vintage Fountains
Cast Stone
20th Century French Fountains
Stone
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Bronze
Early 19th Century English Antique Fountains
Zinc
1850s American American Empire Antique Fountains
Bronze, Copper, Lead
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Fountains
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Fountains
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Plaster
Early 20th Century Fountains
Bronze
1990s American Fountains
Metal, Bronze
19th Century English Country Antique Fountains
Terracotta
Early 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Marble
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Fountains
Other
1980s American Vintage Fountains
Stone
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Stone
18th Century Italian Medieval Antique Fountains
Marble
20th Century Classical Greek Fountains
Concrete, Cast Stone
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Fountains
Marble
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Terracotta, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fountains
Ceramic
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Concrete
1820s French Antique Fountains
Iron
1860s British Colonial Revival Antique Fountains
Sandstone
1760s French Louis XVI Antique Fountains
Tin
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Fountains
Marble, Pewter
20th Century North American Modern Fountains
Granite, Metal, Copper
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
Mid-20th Century European Fountains
Lead
1960s Swiss Vintage Fountains
Concrete
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Marble
17th Century European Renaissance Antique Fountains
Brass, Bronze, Ormolu
Early 20th Century North American Aesthetic Movement Fountains
Iron
20th Century French Fountains
Stone
19th Century German Other Antique Fountains
Zinc
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
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.