Fountains
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
1930s Spanish Vintage Fountains
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century French Rustic Fountains
Concrete, Wrought Iron
19th Century Turkish Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Asian Country Fountains
Fiberglass
1890s Aesthetic Movement Antique Fountains
Iron
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Fountains
Resin
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Fountains
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
1910s Italian Country Vintage Fountains
Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century North American Aesthetic Movement Fountains
Iron
1820s French Antique Fountains
Iron
Early 20th Century French Fountains
Cast Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century French Rustic Fountains
Stone
Early 20th Century French Rustic Fountains
Stone
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century Antique Fountains
Terracotta
20th Century Italian Modern Fountains
Cast Stone
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Iron
19th Century English Victorian Antique Fountains
Stone, Iron
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Greco Roman Fountains
Bronze
18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Fountains
Limestone
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Fountains
Terracotta
Early 20th Century Fountains
Bronze
20th Century Italian Renaissance Fountains
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Rustic Fountains
Stone
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Porcelain, Oak
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Fountains
Marble, Iron
1920s American Vintage Fountains
Marble
1990s Unknown Fountains
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Carrara Marble
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
21st Century and Contemporary American Fountains
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Bronze
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Iron
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Fountains
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Metal, Bronze
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Metal, Bronze
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Metal, Bronze
Late 19th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Marble
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.