Fountains
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century European Fountains
Lead
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Wood
2010s North American Modern Fountains
Concrete, Bronze
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
Early 19th Century Swiss Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century French Fountains
Terracotta
Mid-19th Century Belgian Antique Fountains
Stone
20th Century French Fountains
Stone
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Fountains
Terracotta
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
Early 20th Century North American Aesthetic Movement Fountains
Iron
1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Fountains
Copper, Lead
1980s American Vintage Fountains
Stone
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Clay
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Cocobolo
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Fountains
Marble
Early 18th Century Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century Fountains
Ceramic, Stoneware
Early 20th Century Italian Fountains
Bronze
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
1980s European Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
20th Century French Victorian Fountains
Terracotta
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fountains
Marble
Late 19th Century Antique Fountains
Sandstone
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
Early 2000s French Fountains
Limestone
20th Century Indonesian Fountains
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fountains
Marble
20th Century English Fountains
Stone
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
Early 2000s American Fountains
Paper
1850s French Antique Fountains
Sandstone
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Fountains
Brass
Early 2000s French Fountains
Limestone
Late 19th Century Indian Antique Fountains
Silver
20th Century Asian Fountains
Wood
20th Century European Fountains
Marble
20th Century Fountains
Bronze
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Antique Fountains
Iron
Early 20th Century Portuguese Baroque Fountains
Composition
20th Century American Vienna Secession Fountains
Bronze, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Cement
Early 2000s French Fountains
Limestone
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Marble, Bronze
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Fountains
Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Carrara Marble
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Porcelain, Oak
20th Century Art Nouveau Fountains
Copper
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Bronze
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.