Fountains
1870s Belgian Antique Fountains
Marble
1890s English Art Nouveau Antique Fountains
Lead
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Mid-20th Century French Fountains
Cast Stone
20th Century North American Fountains
Concrete
19th Century Indian Antique Fountains
Copper
20th Century French Fountains
Tôle
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
Mid-19th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
20th Century Georgian Fountains
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Fountains
Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Terracotta
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Metal, Bronze
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
20th Century European Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century European Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1820s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Fountains
Stone, Cast Stone, Cement
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century French Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century European Fountains
Concrete
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Fountains
Copper
20th Century European Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1880s French Antique Fountains
Ceramic, Faience, Paint
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1980s American Vintage Fountains
Stone
Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Fountains
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Fountains
Bronze
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Early 20th Century French Beaux Arts Fountains
Cast Stone
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Stone
19th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-20th Century American Fountains
Cast Stone
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Sandstone
Late 20th Century Asian Country Fountains
Fiberglass
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Copper
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Fountains
Pottery
19th Century French Other Antique Fountains
Stone
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Porcelain
1990s Philippine Fountains
Copper
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Fountains
Concrete
Early 1900s Swedish Country Antique Fountains
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, 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.