Fountains
Early 20th Century Empire Revival Fountains
Bronze, Copper
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
1950s Vintage Fountains
Sandstone
20th Century European Renaissance Fountains
Limestone
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Asian Country Fountains
Fiberglass
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
20th Century Indian Fountains
Marble
20th Century Italian Modern Fountains
Limestone
Mid-20th Century American Fountains
Cast Stone
20th Century Classical Greek Fountains
Concrete, Cast Stone
1950s French Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Marble
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Cocobolo
1960s Argentine Modern Vintage Fountains
Granite, Bronze
20th Century Fountains
Marble
20th Century Rustic Fountains
Granite
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Carrara Marble
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Fountains
Cement
Early 20th Century Fountains
Bronze
1970s Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Bronze
1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1940s American Adirondack Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Fountains
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Adirondack Fountains
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Fountains
Limestone
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Metal, Bronze
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Fountains
Ceramic, Stoneware
1990s Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Fountains
Bronze
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Fountains
Bronze
1920s American American Empire Vintage Fountains
Bronze
20th Century Fountains
Brass
Early 20th Century French Fountains
Bronze
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Concrete
Late 20th Century American Fountains
Bronze
1970s Vintage Fountains
Limestone
Late 20th Century Empire Fountains
Iron
1920s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
1930s Spanish Vintage Fountains
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Metal, Iron
1960s Swiss Vintage Fountains
Concrete
1990s North American Fountains
Copper
Early 20th Century Swiss Fountains
Bronze
Early 1900s American Classical Antique Fountains
Terracotta
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Fountains
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Iron
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Fountains
Bronze
1980s American Adirondack Vintage Fountains
Copper, Iron
1950s German Hollywood Regency Vintage Fountains
Stone, Concrete
Early 20th Century Dutch Fountains
Ironstone
20th Century French Chinoiserie Fountains
Tôle
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.