Fountains
Early 20th Century European Classical Roman Fountains
Stone
1910s Italian Country Vintage Fountains
Carrara Marble
Early 1900s English Baroque Revival Antique Fountains
Marble
1980s American Vintage Fountains
Stone
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Fountains
Ceramic, Stoneware
1990s Philippine Futurist Fountains
Metal, Copper
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Fountains
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
Early 1900s Italian Baroque Revival Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Fountains
Iron
Late 20th Century American Classical Fountains
Bronze
1920s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Fountains
Marble
Early 1900s Italian Romantic Antique Fountains
Ceramic
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Fountains
Marble
1920s Vintage Fountains
Cast Stone
1990s American Fountains
Metal, Bronze
Late 20th Century French Fountains
Terracotta
Early 20th Century Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Fountains
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Marble
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Fountains
Other
Early 20th Century Fountains
Ceramic, Stoneware
Early 20th Century North American Aesthetic Movement Fountains
Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Fountains
Bronze
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Marble
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Marble, Bronze
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1980s European Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Fountains
Brass
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
Early 20th Century Portuguese Baroque Fountains
Composition
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Carrara Marble
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Ceramic
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
1920s French Vintage Fountains
Marble, Bronze
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Marble
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Art Deco Fountains
Sandstone
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Onyx
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century American Fountains
Concrete
1920s Vintage Fountains
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Hollywood Regency Fountains
Marble, Copper
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.