Fountains
20th Century Asian Rustic Fountains
Wood
Early 19th Century Italian Modern Antique Fountains
Limestone
Early 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Bronze
20th Century French Fountains
Metal, Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
Early 2000s French Fountains
Limestone
18th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Stone, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Terracotta
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Australian Fountains
Bronze
1930s Italian Vintage Fountains
Stone, Cement
Early 20th Century Fountains
Bronze
19th Century German Louis XV Antique Fountains
Ormolu
1850s French Antique Fountains
Sandstone
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
Mid-19th Century French Country Antique Fountains
Brass
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Fountains
Iron
18th Century Italian Country Antique Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Marble
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Marble
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
Late 20th Century European Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Fountains
Marble, Pewter
19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Stone
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Clay, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Stone
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Mid-20th Century Unknown Classical Roman Fountains
Bronze
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Terracotta
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century North American Aesthetic Movement Fountains
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Bronze
19th Century Antique Fountains
Earthenware
19th Century European Rococo Revival Antique Fountains
Plaster
Late 20th Century American Fountains
Bronze
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
Early 1900s Swedish Country Antique Fountains
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary German Fountains
Granite, Iron
Early 2000s French Fountains
Limestone
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Art Deco Fountains
Sandstone
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Fountains
Resin
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Stone, Marble
19th Century Spanish Antique Fountains
Stone
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Bronze
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Fountains
Concrete
1980s American Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1940s Italian Vintage Fountains
Enamel, Iron
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century French French Provincial Fountains
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
2010s Belgian Modern Fountains
Stone, Bronze
19th Century Belgian Antique 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.