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Very large cast iron fountain 20th Century
Very large cast iron fountain 20th Century

Very large cast iron fountain 20th Century

Located in Udenhout, NL

Exclusive cast iron fountain and very large to make your garden complete.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Belgian Fountains

Materials

Iron

Large French Cast Iron Fountain Spouts, Overall Length 18.5 Inches
Large French Cast Iron Fountain Spouts, Overall Length 18.5 Inches

Large French Cast Iron Fountain Spouts, Overall Length 18.5 Inches

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Well-oxidized cast iron fountain spouts from France, depicting mythical creatures.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains

Materials

Metal, Iron

ANCIENT CAST IRON FOUNTAINS PISTON - HALF 1800 BEGINNING 1900 Sec. XIX
ANCIENT CAST IRON FOUNTAINS PISTON - HALF 1800 BEGINNING 1900 Sec. XIX

ANCIENT CAST IRON FOUNTAINS PISTON - HALF 1800 BEGINNING 1900 Sec. XIX

Located in Madrid, ES

ANCIENT CAST IRON FOUNTAINS PISTON - HALF 1800 BEGINNING 1900 Antique cast-iron piston pumps, beautiful.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Romantic Fountains

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a Low-Lying Sink
Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a Low-Lying Sink

Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a Low-Lying Sink

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a low-lying sink. It comprises a column that supports a square structure and presents, on each face, a semicircular profile crowned w...

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Fountains

Materials

Iron

Black Cast Iron Fountain with Cherub Boy A good piece in a classical style
Black Cast Iron Fountain with Cherub Boy A good piece in a classical style

Black Cast Iron Fountain with Cherub Boy A good piece in a classical style

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Black Cast Iron Fountain with Cherub Boy A good piece in a classical style with dolphins at the base and a cherub boy This good Heavy piece comes into 3 pieces so it is not too dif...

Category

Vintage 1970s Neoclassical Revival Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Sculpture "Boy with Goose" Signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie
Cast Iron Fountain Sculpture "Boy with Goose" Signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie

Cast Iron Fountain Sculpture "Boy with Goose" Signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie

By A. Durenne

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Cast iron fountain sculpture "Boethus Boy with goose" signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie, France, late 19th century.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Three-Tiered Cast Iron Fountain with Ornamental Details
Three-Tiered Cast Iron Fountain with Ornamental Details

Three-Tiered Cast Iron Fountain with Ornamental Details

Located in Marbella, ES

An elegant, three-tiered fountain crafted from cast iron, distinguished by its classic silhouette and exquisite ornamentation.

Category

Late 20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Two-Tier Cast Iron Fountain Platter with Classic Fluted Design
Two-Tier Cast Iron Fountain Platter with Classic Fluted Design

Two-Tier Cast Iron Fountain Platter with Classic Fluted Design

Located in Marbella, ES

An elegant two-tiered fountain crafted from cast iron, featuring a classic design with fluted basins and an ornate central column.

Category

1990s Fountains

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Fountain
19th Century Cast Iron Fountain

19th Century Cast Iron Fountain

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th Century cast iron garden fountain of a reclining sea nymph with a wonderful aged patina.

Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Neoclassical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain of a Young Boy Holding a Dolphin
French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain of a Young Boy Holding a Dolphin

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain of a Young Boy Holding a Dolphin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A beautiful and extremely charming French 19th century cast iron fountain of a young boy holding a dolphin.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Of A Young Boy Holding A Dolphin
French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Of A Young Boy Holding A Dolphin

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Of A Young Boy Holding A Dolphin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A beautiful and most charming French 19th century cast iron fountain of a young boy holding a dolphin.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head
French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head

French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head

Located in Buisson, FR

Wonderful cast iron fountain head with a great expression, France, circa 1850-1900.

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Fountains

Materials

Iron

ANTIQUE CAST IRON WALL FOUNTAIN FROM THE EARLY 1900S 20th Century
ANTIQUE CAST IRON WALL FOUNTAIN FROM THE EARLY 1900S 20th Century

ANTIQUE CAST IRON WALL FOUNTAIN FROM THE EARLY 1900S 20th Century

Located in Madrid, ES

ANTIQUE CAST IRON WALL FOUNTAIN FROM THE EARLY 1900S Antique cast iron fountain with a brass tap Height 76 cm Width 42 cm Inside the basin depth 17 cm Weight 14 Kg Maximum proj...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Fountains

Materials

Iron

An Exceptional Antique Cast Iron Garden Fountain After Fiske
An Exceptional Antique Cast Iron Garden Fountain After Fiske

An Exceptional Antique Cast Iron Garden Fountain After Fiske

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An elegant 19th Century tiered Cast Iron Fountain in a fine weathered Green paint.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Classical Fountains

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain
19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain

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

Napoleon III Cast Iron Garden Fountain - H 2m30
Napoleon III Cast Iron Garden Fountain - H 2m30

Napoleon III Cast Iron Garden Fountain - H 2m30

Located in Beaune, FR

Large cast iron garden fountain from the 19th century under Napoleon III.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Cast Stone

Edwardian Egret Fountain / Urn
Edwardian Egret Fountain / Urn

Edwardian Egret Fountain / Urn

$4,550Sale Price|30% Off

Edwardian Egret Fountain / Urn

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

fleurdetroit offers for your consideration, offering this fantastic cast-iron fountain featuring Swans in a tight ring around the basin.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Aesthetic Movement Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century French Cast Iron Pump or Fountain from Normandy
Mid-19th Century French Cast Iron Pump or Fountain from Normandy

Mid-19th Century French Cast Iron Pump or Fountain from Normandy

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Found on a farm in Normandy, France, this large scale mid nineteenth century painted cast iron pump features a spout detailed with an acanthus leaf motif.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

20th Century Unusual Demi-Rond Wall Fountain Cast Iron Water Bassin Set
20th Century Unusual Demi-Rond Wall Fountain Cast Iron Water Bassin Set

20th Century Unusual Demi-Rond Wall Fountain Cast Iron Water Bassin Set

Located in Beervelde, BE

Unusual 20th century demi-rond cast iron waterbassin, fountain element. The 2 pieces that are in stock are sold in one set.

Category

20th Century French Louis XIV Fountains

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Wall-Mounted Teal Painted Garden Fountain with Lion Mask
Antique Cast Iron Wall-Mounted Teal Painted Garden Fountain with Lion Mask

Antique Cast Iron Wall-Mounted Teal Painted Garden Fountain with Lion Mask

Located in Shippensburg, PA

CAST IRON WALL-MOUNTED GARDEN FOUNTAIN WITH A LION'S MASK Circa early 20th century with later teal painted surface 30 3/8" H x 15 3/4" W x 5 7/8" D Cast iron wall-mounted fountain,...

Category

Early 20th Century English Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Wall Fountain Signed by Val D´osne, France, Late 19th Century
Cast Iron Wall Fountain Signed by Val D´osne, France, Late 19th Century

Cast Iron Wall Fountain Signed by Val D´osne, France, Late 19th Century

By Val D'Osne Foundry

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Cast iron wall fountain signed by Val D´osne Foundry, France, late 19th century.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Fountains

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Two Tiered Fountain with Flanking Swans, Fiske / Mott, C 1870
American Cast Iron Two Tiered Fountain with Flanking Swans, Fiske / Mott, C 1870

American Cast Iron Two Tiered Fountain with Flanking Swans, Fiske / Mott, C 1870

By Fiske Or Mott

Located in Charleston, SC

American cast iron two tiered foliage fountain with central fluted bulbous plumed column, flanking decorative swans, and resting on an arched circular bulbous base.

Category

Antique 1870s American American Empire Fountains

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Three Tiered Fountain w/ Flanking Swans, Fiske / Mott C. 1860
American Cast Iron Three Tiered Fountain w/ Flanking Swans, Fiske / Mott C. 1860

American Cast Iron Three Tiered Fountain w/ Flanking Swans, Fiske / Mott C. 1860

By Fiske Or Mott

Located in Charleston, SC

American cast iron three tiered foliage fountain with central fluted bulbous plumed column, flanking decorative swans, and resting on an arched circular bulbous base.

Category

Antique 1860s American American Empire Fountains

Materials

Iron

Provencal Limestone Wall Fountain with Cast Iron Spout, 21st Century
Provencal Limestone Wall Fountain with Cast Iron Spout, 21st Century

Provencal Limestone Wall Fountain with Cast Iron Spout, 21st Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Circa 21st Century, Aix-en-Provence, France. One Cast Iron spout is included in the list price.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Fountains

Materials

Limestone

Large French Carved Limestone Wall Fountain, Arched Crown and Cast Iron Hardware
Large French Carved Limestone Wall Fountain, Arched Crown and Cast Iron Hardware

Large French Carved Limestone Wall Fountain, Arched Crown and Cast Iron Hardware

Located in Dallas, TX

This towering wall fountain is a unique example of a French Provincial garden element. Comprised of 20 hand-carved limestone pieces, the large fountain features an arched crown that ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron

French Cast Iron Mascaron Spout with Backplate
French Cast Iron Mascaron Spout with Backplate

French Cast Iron Mascaron Spout with Backplate

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Dating to the 1900s, this French cast iron mascaron spout backplate has a heavily oxidized patina, that gives it a brown and orange hue.

Category

20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th Century Monumental Triple-Basin Iron Fountain by Val d'Osne Foundry, France
19th Century Monumental Triple-Basin Iron Fountain by Val d'Osne Foundry, France

19th Century Monumental Triple-Basin Iron Fountain by Val d'Osne Foundry, France

By Val D'Osne Foundry

Located in North Miami, FL

Cast in iron with a weathered patina, the fountain merges ornamental richness with sculptural presence.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Fountains

Materials

Metal, Iron

Cast Iron Birdbath with Wavy Rim and Decorative Birds
Cast Iron Birdbath with Wavy Rim and Decorative Birds

Cast Iron Birdbath with Wavy Rim and Decorative Birds

Located in Marbella, ES

A charming birdbath crafted from cast iron with a delicate, aged white finish. Its wide, undulating rim adds movement and elegance, while the two decorative birds perched on the edge...

Category

Late 20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Lead Putti Fountain, Circa 1920
Early 20th Century Lead Putti Fountain, Circa 1920

Early 20th Century Lead Putti Fountain, Circa 1920

Located in Atlanta, GA

A charming early 20th century lead garden fountain featuring a delightful putti figure supporting a scalloped basin. Dating to around 1920, this piece captures the romantic appeal of...

Category

20th Century English Fountains

Materials

Iron

Antique Industrial Tap, Bronze or Cast Iron, Sculptural Design.
Antique Industrial Tap, Bronze or Cast Iron, Sculptural Design.

Antique Industrial Tap, Bronze or Cast Iron, Sculptural Design.

Located in Marbella, ES

An authentic antique industrial-style faucet, crafted from heavy metal (likely bronze or cast iron), with a distinctive, ornately designed top handle. Its robust T-shape and natural ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Fountains

Materials

Bronze

Rustic 17th/18th century wellhead carved stone & iron work Garden Focal Point
Rustic 17th/18th century wellhead carved stone & iron work Garden Focal Point

Rustic 17th/18th century wellhead carved stone & iron work Garden Focal Point

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Rustic 17th/18th century wellhead carved stone & iron work Garden Focal Point.Rare large and impressive French hand Sculpted Stone well head round shape with coping and a mounted iro...

Category

Antique Late 17th Century French Fountains

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Iron, Cast Iron

Pair of Gilt Cast Iron Wall Fountains /Planters, 19th Century
Pair of Gilt Cast Iron Wall Fountains /Planters, 19th Century

Pair of Gilt Cast Iron Wall Fountains /Planters, 19th Century

Located in Sheffield, MA

A Pair of Gilt Cast Iron Wall Fountains 19th Century Height 26 in Width 13 in.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Style "Lady at Lion Fountain" Cast Metal Bookends
Art Nouveau Style "Lady at Lion Fountain" Cast Metal Bookends

Art Nouveau Style "Lady at Lion Fountain" Cast Metal Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Art Nouveau Style "Lady at Lion Fountain" Cast Metal Bookends, circa 1919. These antique, cast metal Art Nouveau bookends feature a woman at a lion's head fountain. The design depict...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Bookends

Materials

Iron

A Palatial Cast Iron Putti Figural Torchere Attr. Val D'Osne, Paris, Circa 1900
A Palatial Cast Iron Putti Figural Torchere Attr. Val D'Osne, Paris, Circa 1900

A Palatial Cast Iron Putti Figural Torchere Attr. Val D'Osne, Paris, Circa 1900

By Val D'Osne Foundry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine and palatial French 19th-20th century allegorical figural cast-iron group torchere - sculpture - fountain - representing spring and the harvest, probably cast by Le Fonde...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare 36" pair of Art Deco cast iron garden urns by Kramer Brothers.
Rare 36" pair of Art Deco cast iron garden urns by Kramer Brothers.

Rare 36" pair of Art Deco cast iron garden urns by Kramer Brothers.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Founded in the late 19th century, the company became well known for producing high-quality cast iron architectural elements, including urns, fountains, benches, and decorative hardwa...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Victorian Iron Putti Sculpture
19th Century French Victorian Iron Putti Sculpture

19th Century French Victorian Iron Putti Sculpture

Located in Queens, NY

19th Century French Victorian cast iron allegorical fountain figure of a putti seated on an overturned amphora while holding a paddle.  

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

A large portrait of Provost Samuel Leckie by William A. Donnelly 1901
A large portrait of Provost Samuel Leckie by William A. Donnelly 1901

A large portrait of Provost Samuel Leckie by William A. Donnelly 1901

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

He is perhaps best remembered today for his extraordinarily generous donation, in 1907, of a grand 18 foot high cast iron drinking fountain to Dalmuir Park in Clydebank, where it sti...

Category

Early 20th Century English Paintings

Materials

Paint

French Cast Iron Two Tiered Fountain with Cherub Baluster, Scalloped Pool
French Cast Iron Two Tiered Fountain with Cherub Baluster, Scalloped Pool

French Cast Iron Two Tiered Fountain with Cherub Baluster, Scalloped Pool

Located in Katonah, NY

A two-tier cast-iron fountain with two fountain bowls, the lower bowl larger, each bowl with scalloped edge and cherub masks on the underside, the smaller bowl surmounted by a founta...

Category

Antique 1870s French Neoclassical Revival Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece Dated 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece Dated 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece Dated 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

An important cast iron fountain center piece dated late 19th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Head
French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Head

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Head

Located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

A French 19th century cast iron fountain head in the form of a collection of bulrushes.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

"Nymph", Antique Cast Iron Fountain with Green Patina
"Nymph", Antique Cast Iron Fountain with Green Patina

"Nymph", Antique Cast Iron Fountain with Green Patina

By Val D'Osne Foundry

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Antique garden cast iron fountain with green patina from the 19th century.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399
Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Rare cast iron fountain center piece dated late 19th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Center "Putto Holding an Urn", 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Center "Putto Holding an Urn", 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Center "Putto Holding an Urn", 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Dated from the 19th century, circa 1880, cast iron fountain center in the image of a putto holding an urn.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Centrepiece Decorated with Triton, 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Centrepiece Decorated with Triton, 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Centrepiece Decorated with Triton, 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Dating from the late 19th century, cast iron fountain centrepiece decorated with triton crowned laurel holding a fish in his hands.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Cast Stone

Cast Iron Fountain Centre "Child Rowing, " 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Centre "Child Rowing, " 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Centre "Child Rowing, " 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Dated from the 19th century, cast iron fountain center, in the image of a child rowing by Mathurin Moreau, and made by the foundries of the Val d'Osne.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Cast by Val d'Osne and Dated Late 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Cast by Val d'Osne and Dated Late 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Cast by Val d'Osne and Dated Late 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

A French cast iron fountain cast by Val d'Osne and dated late 19th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399
Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

A French cast-iron fountain figure of a putto and a turtle cast by A.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Statues

Materials

Iron

Pr.19th Century Cast Iron Figural fountains
Pr.19th Century Cast Iron Figural fountains

Pr.19th Century Cast Iron Figural fountains

By J.W. Fiske & Company

Located in Toronto, ON

A rare pair of 19th century cast iron fountains attributed to the Fiske Foundry.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Fountains

Materials

Iron

Fountain Center Piece Dated Late 19th Century
Fountain Center Piece Dated Late 19th Century

Fountain Center Piece Dated Late 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

An important composite stone and cast iron fountain center piece dated late 19th century. # E6442.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Cement, Iron

Putti Fountain
Putti Fountain

Putti Fountain

Unavailable|$1,280

Putti Fountain

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

A cast iron fountain of a Putti seated on a vase holding an oar.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Fountains

Materials

Iron

Rare pair of French fountain figures
Rare pair of French fountain figures

Rare pair of French fountain figures

By Gasne

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare pair of mid-19th century French cast iron fountain figures in the form of cherubs sitting on rocky outcrops, one holding a conch shell to his ear the other pouring water into a ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

CAST IRON  WALL FOUNTAIN
CAST IRON  WALL FOUNTAIN

CAST IRON WALL FOUNTAIN

Unavailable|$6,800

CAST IRON WALL FOUNTAIN

Located in York, ME

cast iron wall mounted fountain. urn top over elegant central female figure. flanked by ram's heads with dolphin base. water exits dolphin

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

19th French Century Cast Iron Statue Fountain
19th French Century Cast Iron Statue Fountain

19th French Century Cast Iron Statue Fountain

Located in Berlin, DE

This 19th century antique cast iron statue fountain. Fantastic, vibrant patina with traces of ancient paint.

Category

Antique 1820s French Fountains

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Fountains For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cast iron fountains available for sale. Each of these unique cast iron fountains was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and paint. Cast iron fountains have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of cast iron fountains to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau cast iron fountains are of considerable interest. A. Durenne, Antoine Durenne Foundry and Val D'Osne Foundry each produced beautiful cast iron fountains that are worth considering.

How Much are Cast Iron Fountains?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,200, while they’re typically $400 on the low end and $120,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Fountains for You

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.

Questions About Cast Iron Fountains
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, you should generally leave outdoor fountains on all the time during warm weather. Manufacturers engineer fountain pumps to run continuously, and shutting them off and restarting them regularly could shorten their lifespan. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of outdoor fountains and other garden elements.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.