Fountains
18th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary European Fountains
Marble
1860s Antique Fountains
Majolica
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
20th Century French Fountains
Concrete
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Late 19th Century Indian Antique Fountains
Silver
Early 20th Century North American Aesthetic Movement Fountains
Iron
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Fountains
Marble, Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Ceramic
20th Century French Anglo-Japanese Fountains
Bronze
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Iron
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Early 19th Century Italian Modern Antique Fountains
Limestone
1950s Vintage Fountains
Stone
Late 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Fountains
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century French Fountains
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Stone, Limestone
2010s Belgian Modern Fountains
Stone, Bronze
18th Century Italian Country Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Sandstone
Early 17th Century Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Stone
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Iron
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Terracotta
19th Century Belgian Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
1950s Vintage Fountains
Stone
19th Century German Louis XV Antique Fountains
Ormolu
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Ceramic
2010s French Fountains
Limestone
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Bronze
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Concrete
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Bronze, Copper
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1870s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Fountains
Iron
1930s French Neoclassical Vintage Fountains
Stone, Cement
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
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.