Fountains
Late 20th Century North American Fountains
Copper
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
18th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Fountains
Stone
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
1990s Unknown Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Iron
Mid-18th Century Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
Late 17th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1990s Philippine Futurist Fountains
Metal, Copper
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Marble
1980s American Vintage Fountains
Stone
Late 20th Century American Classical Fountains
Bronze
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
1990s American Fountains
Metal, Bronze
18th Century Antique Fountains
Stone
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 20th Century Fountains
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
1760s French Louis XVI Antique Fountains
Tin
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Fountains
Other
17th Century European Renaissance Antique Fountains
Brass, Bronze, Ormolu
Late 20th Century French Fountains
Terracotta
18th Century Italian Medieval Antique Fountains
Marble
1750s Italian Rococo Revival Antique Fountains
Marble
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Metal, Pewter
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Marble, Bronze
Early 18th Century Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
1980s European Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Fountains
Brass
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Fountains
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Brass, Bronze
Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Carrara Marble
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
17th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Stone
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Stone, Marble
18th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Bronze, Copper
15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Fountains
Stone
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Marble
Late 17th Century French Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 1600s Italian Antique 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.