Fountains
19th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Fountains
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Antique Fountains
Chestnut, Faience
Mid-20th Century Greco Roman Fountains
Bronze
1980s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Mid-20th Century European Classical Greek Fountains
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
1870s American American Empire Antique Fountains
Bronze, Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Other Fountains
Wood
18th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble, Concrete
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Marble
1850s French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
1980s Victorian Vintage Fountains
Bronze
2010s Czech Fountains
Aluminum, Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Fountains
Ceramic, Stoneware
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Bronze
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Other Fountains
Murano Glass
15th Century and Earlier Antique Fountains
Marble
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
20th Century French Louis XIV Fountains
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Greco Roman Fountains
Bronze
20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Marble
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1990s Philippine Fountains
Copper
18th Century Antique Fountains
Stone
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
20th Century European Renaissance Fountains
Limestone
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century Asian Anglo-Indian Fountains
Teak
Early 2000s Fountains
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Fountains
Stone
Early 2000s Fountains
Bronze
1930s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Fountains
Bronze, Copper
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Concrete
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Fountains
Marble
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Limestone
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Marble
17th Century European Renaissance Antique Fountains
Brass, Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Classical Fountains
Bronze
20th Century Moorish Fountains
Cement
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Iron
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.