Fountains
1850s English William IV Antique Fountains
Copper, Lead
Late 17th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century Fountains
Bronze
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Bronze, Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
19th Century German Other Antique Fountains
Zinc
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
1880s French Antique Fountains
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
1980s Georgian Vintage Fountains
Stone
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Fountains
Metal, Lead
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Fountains
Ceramic, Faience
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
15th Century and Earlier Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Stone, Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron
Late 19th Century Indian Antique Fountains
Silver
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
2010s British Post-Modern Fountains
Travertine
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Bronze
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1960s Swiss Vintage Fountains
Concrete
Mid-20th Century English Fountains
Concrete
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Cement
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Fountains
Marble
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Terracotta
Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Marble
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 20th Century Fountains
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
19th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Fountains
Marble, Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Fountains
Iron
1940s Belgian Vintage Fountains
Concrete
Early 1900s Swedish Country Antique Fountains
Concrete
19th Century Antique Fountains
Marble
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Iron
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Marble
1980s Vintage Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone, Copper
Early 18th Century Antique Fountains
Bluestone, Iron
Late 20th Century Art Deco Fountains
Sandstone
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Fountains
Brass
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
1960s Italian Vintage Fountains
Rock Crystal
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Fountains
Marble, Iron
19th Century French Other Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Limestone
Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Fountains
Pewter
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Fountains
Metal, Copper
19th Century Turkish Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
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.





