Fountains
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Fountains
Stone
1960s Italian Vintage Fountains
Rock Crystal
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
1930s French Vintage Fountains
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary European Fountains
Marble
Early 1600s Italian Antique Fountains
Marble
Mid-20th Century American Rococo Fountains
Resin
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
1870s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Fountains
Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Fountains
Bronze
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Fountains
Concrete
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Fountains
Clay, Fiberglass
Late 20th Century Italian Fountains
Brass, Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Metal, Brass
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Bronze
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Fountains
Marble
Late 17th Century French Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 17th Century Antique Fountains
Marble
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Limestone
1860s British Colonial Revival Antique Fountains
Sandstone
1930s French Neoclassical Vintage Fountains
Stone, Cement
1970s Italian Vintage Fountains
Limestone
17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Marble
1820s Italian Renaissance Antique Fountains
Terracotta
19th Century European Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Fountains
Pottery
19th Century Italian Antique Fountains
Carrara Marble
1980s Vintage Fountains
Bronze
1980s Georgian Vintage Fountains
Stone
2010s British Modern Fountains
Marble, Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century French Fountains
Bronze
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Fountains
Copper
Early 20th Century Italian Fountains
Marble
20th Century European Fountains
Stone, Limestone
18th Century French Antique Fountains
Stone, Limestone
Late 20th Century Asian Country Fountains
Fiberglass
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Fountains
Metal, Copper
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Fountains
Bronze
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Fountains
Pewter
1940s Italian Vintage Fountains
Metal
19th Century Antique Fountains
Terracotta
21st Century and Contemporary American Fountains
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Fountains
Marble
19th Century French Antique Fountains
Metal, Bronze
Early 2000s Fountains
Bronze
2010s North American Modern Fountains
Concrete, Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Fountains
Marble
1950s Italian Vintage Fountains
Mid-20th Century American Fountains
Concrete
19th Century Spanish Antique Fountains
Stone
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Fountains
Ceramic
20th Century Fountains
Marble
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Fountains
Marble
Early 2000s American Fountains
Paper
1990s Baroque Revival Fountains
Composition
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.