Fountains
17th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Fountains
Marble
1990s European Fountains
Stone
Mid-18th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century European Rococo Revival Antique Fountains
Plaster
1960s Swiss Vintage Fountains
Concrete
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Fountains
Stone
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
Early 2000s French Fountains
Limestone
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century Turkish Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
1850s English William IV Antique Fountains
Copper, Lead
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Terracotta
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Fountains
Metal, Copper
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Iron
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
1860s British Colonial Revival Antique Fountains
Sandstone
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Limestone
Late 20th Century European Fountains
Marble
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Fountains
Brass
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
1990s Fountains
Marble
Early 18th Century Antique Fountains
Bluestone, Iron
Early 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fountains
Limestone
19th Century Spanish Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Porcelain, Oak
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Clay, Fiberglass
20th Century French Victorian Fountains
Terracotta
1960s Italian Vintage Fountains
Rock Crystal
20th Century French French Provincial Fountains
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
Late 20th Century North American Fountains
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Fountains
Majolica
Mid-19th Century French Country Antique Fountains
Brass
17th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 1900s Antique Fountains
Limestone
17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 19th Century Indian Antique Fountains
Silver
1950s Vintage Fountains
Sandstone
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Marble
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Cocobolo
20th Century French French Provincial Fountains
Pewter
19th Century Belgian Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Fountains
Bronze
19th Century Belgian Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
20th Century European 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.