Fountains
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
Early 19th Century Portuguese Antique Fountains
Marble
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Metal, Brass
1980s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1990s Fountains
Bronze
1990s Unknown Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century American Fountains
Bronze
1970s Vintage Fountains
Limestone
Late 20th Century Empire Fountains
Iron
1820s French Empire Antique Fountains
Metal, Bronze
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Iron
Early 19th Century Antique Fountains
Iron
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Fountains
Stone
1980s American Adirondack Vintage Fountains
Copper, Iron
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Ceramic
Late 20th Century Fountains
Copper
1990s North American Fountains
Copper
1980s Victorian Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1820s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Fountains
Wrought Iron
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Asian Country Fountains
Fiberglass
Early 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Fountains
Marble
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1990s Philippine Fountains
Copper
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Granite
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century North American Fountains
Copper
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Murano Glass
1820s French Antique Fountains
Iron
Late 20th Century American Classical Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
1990s Philippine Futurist Fountains
Metal, Copper
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Fountains
Marble, Iron
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Iron
Early 19th Century English Antique Fountains
Zinc
Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Fountains
Marble
1990s American Fountains
Metal, Bronze
Late 20th Century Fountains
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Fountains
Other
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
Early 19th Century Swiss Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century French Fountains
Terracotta
1980s American Vintage Fountains
Stone
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
1980s European Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
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.