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How do old-fashioned water pumps work?
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Old-fashioned water pumps work by using a series of levers and valves to move water up from an underground system. The lever on the outside of the pump is manually pushed up and down to begin the process. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic antique water pumps from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Antique Water Pumps on 1stDibs
Swedish Antique Hand Water pump
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique 100% Original Hand Water Pump. It is all Original and nothing has been done to it.
Category
Antique 1880s Swedish Rustic Garden Ornaments
Materials
Metal
Village Water Pump in Antique Limestone from France, 18th Century
Located in Udenhout, NL
Village water pump fountain in limestone with a double trough
also made from limestone in front of it.
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Fountains
Materials
Limestone
19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental 19th century French water pump fountain made by Louis Jonet. This large cast iron piece would have been mounted above a large stone trough to catch water.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains
Materials
Iron
Decorative Reclaimed Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain Garden Feature
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A decorative reclaimed cast iron water pump fountain garden feature, offered as a non-working item for ornamental use.
Category
Late 20th Century Victorian Fountains
Materials
Cast Iron
French Neoclassical Style Cast Iron Serpent Trident Garden Wall Water Fountain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Does not include mounting hardware or water pump service. *Currently 3 available. Patina and finish will vary.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Fountains
Materials
Iron
Silas Seandel Welded Copper Fountain
By Silas Seandel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A unique Silas Seandel Gravity induced water feature
Welded copper with a nice vintage patina
Welded signature Silas Seandel NYC
Water pump replaced and in working order
Category
Vintage 1960s American Fountains
Materials
Copper
