Fountains
Late 19th Century American Antique Fountains
Cast Stone
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century French Fountains
Tôle
1990s North American Fountains
Copper
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
Mid-19th Century French Rustic Antique Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
Early 1900s Italian Belle Époque Antique Fountains
Marble
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fountains
Limestone
Mid-20th Century American Fountains
Cast Stone
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone
Late 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone, Metal
Early 19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Granite
1850s English William IV Antique Fountains
Copper, Lead
Early 1900s English Baroque Revival Antique Fountains
Marble
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
19th Century Belgian Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1960s Swiss Vintage Fountains
Concrete
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1890s Aesthetic Movement Antique Fountains
Iron
Late 17th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
2010s French Fountains
Limestone
19th Century Antique Fountains
Earthenware
Early 1900s Italian Romantic Antique Fountains
Ceramic
1920s Vintage Fountains
Cast Stone
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
20th Century Classical Greek Fountains
Concrete, Cast Stone
19th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Fountains
Marble
20th Century French Fountains
Stone
Late 20th Century Fountains
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1950s English Beaux Arts Vintage Fountains
Aluminum
1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Fountains
Copper, Lead
1960s Swiss Vintage Fountains
Concrete
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Fountains
Marble, Pewter
Early 19th Century Swiss Antique Fountains
Marble
1750s Italian Rococo Revival Antique Fountains
Marble
Mid-20th Century European Fountains
Lead
Early 1900s Italian Baroque Revival Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
1850s English William IV Antique Fountains
Copper, Lead
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Fountains
Iron
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Limestone
17th Century French Antique Fountains
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Antique Fountains
Iron
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.