Fountains
Early 1900s Swedish Country Antique Fountains
Concrete
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1960s Swiss Vintage Fountains
Concrete
18th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
1940s French Vintage Fountains
Metal, Iron
19th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Fountains
Marble, Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fountains
Limestone
18th Century French Baroque Antique Fountains
Lead
2010s British Modern Fountains
Sandstone
Mid-20th Century European Classical Greek Fountains
Bronze
Early 20th Century Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Fountains
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
15th Century and Earlier Antique Fountains
Marble
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1950s Vintage Fountains
Stone
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1850s American American Empire Antique Fountains
Bronze, Copper, Lead
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Limestone, Iron
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Iron
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Fountains
Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron
19th Century Turkish Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
1930s Italian Vintage Fountains
Stone, Cement
Early 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Fountains
Porcelain
Late 20th Century American Classical Fountains
Bronze
Early 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Bronze
20th Century Fountains
Brass
Mid-20th Century Fountains
Bronze
Late 19th Century German Black Forest Antique Fountains
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
19th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
20th Century English Fountains
Stone
20th Century Fountains
Bronze
Early 2000s Italian Renaissance Fountains
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary European Fountains
Marble
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
1950s Vintage Fountains
Limestone
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
Mid-20th Century Spanish Fountains
Cast Stone
1990s European Fountains
Stone
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
20th Century Italian Other Fountains
Gold Leaf
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Fountains
Bronze
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century Belgian Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
19th Century Spanish Antique Fountains
Stone
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.