Fountains
1990s North American Fountains
Copper
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Metal, Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Fountains
Amethyst, Rock Crystal
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Fountains
Marble
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
Late 20th Century Art Deco Fountains
Sandstone
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Fountains
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
20th Century Italian Fountains
Stone
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Fountains
Marble
1890s English Art Nouveau Antique Fountains
Lead
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Fountains
Limestone
Early 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Fountains
Marble
Mid-20th Century Greco Roman Fountains
Bronze
Late 20th Century English Georgian Fountains
Stone, Composition
Late 20th Century North American Fountains
Copper
Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Fountains
Concrete
Late 20th Century Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Stone
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
Late 20th Century Spanish Fountains
Marble
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
Late 20th Century European Fountains
Marble
1980s Indian Anglo-Indian Vintage Fountains
Statuary Marble
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.