Fountains
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Cast Stone
Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Stone
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Fountains
Other
20th Century American Fountains
Bronze
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
Mid-19th Century European Antique Fountains
Siena Marble
1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Fountains
Copper, Lead
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Metal, Bronze
17th Century Antique Fountains
Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fountains
Ceramic
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
Early 1900s English Baroque Revival Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century French Regency Antique Fountains
Lead
Late 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Antique Fountains
Bronze
1990s Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Composition
19th Century Antique Fountains
Terracotta
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Granite
19th Century Indian Antique Fountains
Copper
19th Century German Other Antique Fountains
Zinc
20th Century Asian Rustic Fountains
Wood
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Fountains
Marble, Iron
19th Century Spanish Antique Fountains
Marble
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Carrara Marble
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Plaster
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Fountains
Metal, Copper
Mid-20th Century English Fountains
Concrete
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Onyx
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Fountains
Majolica
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Marble
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Fountains
Terracotta
19th Century Antique Fountains
Composition
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary German Fountains
Granite, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Stone, Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Clay
Mid-20th Century North American Art Nouveau Fountains
Bronze
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century European Fountains
Marble
Mid-20th Century Spanish Fountains
Bronze
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Marble
1940s Italian Vintage Fountains
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Clay, Pottery
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Metal, Brass
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
1920s French Vintage Fountains
Marble, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fountains
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Marble
2010s British Post-Modern Fountains
Travertine
Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Fountains
Pewter
Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Fountains
Ceramic
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Fountains
Bronze
17th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
1860s Belgian Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Fountains
Brass
1930s Spanish Vintage Fountains
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Limestone
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.