Fountains
20th Century North American Modern Fountains
Granite, Metal, Copper
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Cocobolo
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Fountains
Pottery
19th Century French Regency Antique Fountains
Lead
Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Terracotta
Early 20th Century French Fountains
Bronze
Early 20th Century Portuguese Baroque Fountains
Composition
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century Portuguese Baroque Fountains
Composition
19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 2000s Fountains
Bronze
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century French Fountains
Bronze
19th Century Antique Fountains
Terracotta
Mid-20th Century English Fountains
Concrete
20th Century American Fountains
Bronze
20th Century French Louis XIV Fountains
Iron
Late 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Antique Fountains
Bronze
Early 1900s Antique Fountains
Limestone
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century German Other Antique Fountains
Zinc
2010s British Modern Fountains
Marble, Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Fountains
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century North American Art Nouveau Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Fountains
Bronze
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Fountains
Bronze
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Bronze, Copper
Late 19th Century Antique Fountains
Sandstone
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
20th Century Indonesian Rustic Fountains
Wood
17th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Metal, Bronze
1750s French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Fountains
Copper, Lead
Early 20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
1990s Fountains
Marble
1860s British Colonial Revival Antique Fountains
Sandstone
Mid-19th Century European Antique Fountains
Siena Marble
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Composition
19th Century Antique Fountains
Composition
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Granite
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Limestone
20th Century American Vienna Secession Fountains
Aluminum, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Fountains
Metal, Copper
20th Century Asian Anglo-Indian Fountains
Teak
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Marble
Late 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century European Fountains
Bronze
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Clay
Mid-20th Century Spanish Fountains
Bronze
20th Century Asian Rustic Fountains
Wood
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Marble
20th Century Art Nouveau Fountains
Copper
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.