Fountains
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Metal, Iron
Early 1900s American Classical Antique Fountains
Terracotta
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 18th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
Early 1900s Italian Belle Époque Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 1900s Swedish Country Antique Fountains
Concrete
Early 1900s English Baroque Revival Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Fountains
Marble, Bronze
Early 1900s Italian Baroque Revival Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Early 1900s Italian Romantic Antique Fountains
Ceramic
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 1900s French Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Fountains
Brass
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Bronze, Copper
Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Fountains
Pewter
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Marble
1790s French Antique Fountains
Gold, Tin
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
19th Century Antique Fountains
Marble
20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Fountains
Ceramic, Earthenware
Early 20th Century Portuguese Baroque Fountains
Composition
Early 20th Century French Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
1820s French Antique Fountains
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron
Early 19th Century Portuguese Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
Early 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 18th Century Antique Fountains
Limestone
1770s French Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
Early 1900s Italian Antique Fountains
Bronze
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Copper, Brass
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Fountains
Lead
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Fountains
Faience
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 1900s German Antique Fountains
Iron
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
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.