Fountains
1990s North American Fountains
Copper
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Concrete
1980s European Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
Early 18th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Asian Country Fountains
Fiberglass
17th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Fountains
Ceramic, Faience
1980s Georgian Vintage Fountains
Stone
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 17th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Bronze
Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Fountains
Wood
18th Century French Baroque Antique Fountains
Lead
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century European Renaissance Fountains
Limestone
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
20th Century Italian Other Fountains
Gold Leaf
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Marble, Lead
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
Early 18th Century Antique Fountains
Bluestone, Iron
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Early 2000s Fountains
Bronze
2010s European Fountains
Marble
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Bronze, Copper
Late 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone, Metal
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 20th Century American Classical Fountains
Bronze
Early 1900s Italian Belle Époque Antique Fountains
Marble
18th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Fountains
Limestone, Wrought Iron
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1990s American Fountains
Metal, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Fountains
Marble
20th Century Unknown Fountains
Cast Stone, Limestone
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Stone
20th Century Italian Fountains
Concrete
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
20th Century European Renaissance Fountains
Limestone
1950s Vintage Fountains
Stone
19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone, Iron, Wrought Iron
17th Century European Renaissance Antique Fountains
Brass, Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century Indian Antique Fountains
Silver
19th Century French Other Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Fountains
Stone, Concrete
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Fountains
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Fountains
Marble
17th Century Italian Other Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Stone
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Fountains
Cut Glass
Late 17th Century French Antique Fountains
Marble
1980s Vintage Fountains
Stone
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Cement
Mid-20th Century American Fountains
Cast Stone
17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Fountains
Stone
19th Century European Rococo Revival Antique Fountains
Plaster
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.