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Low Trough

French Limestone Low-line Trough
Located in Dallas, TX
This French Limestone Low-line Trough from the 18th century adds historic charm to any space. Use
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Antique 18th Century Stone Sinks

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Limestone

French Low-Line Limestone Trough
Located in Dallas, TX
This exquisite French low-line limestone trough is a 17th century masterpiece. Handcrafted from
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Antique Early 17th Century Planters and Jardinieres

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Limestone

French Low-Line Limestone Trough
French Low-Line Limestone Trough
H 9 in W 62.5 in D 33 in
Willy Guhl Pair of Troughs
By Willy Guhl
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
, uncompromising form and structure with an emphasis on functionality. This charming set of low planters are as
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Composition

Willy Guhl Pair of Troughs
Willy Guhl Pair of Troughs
H 8.5 in W 47 in D 8 in
Swedish Hand-Carved 1900th Century Wooden Folk Art Baking Trough in Pine
Located in Örebro, SE
the other. The trough was cut oblong and at a low angle for the same reason. The makers signature, L
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Dry Bars

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Pine

15th Century Burgundian Low-Relief Depicting Scenes of the Nativity
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
that have accompanied Mary and Joseph from Bethlehem are depicted behind a trough. On the thatch roof
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Figurative Sculptures

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Walnut

Pair of Rectangular Concrete Willy Guhl Attributed Planters w/ Diamond Pattern
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of low rectangular trough planters attributed to Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Raw and
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Antique Limestone Basin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This low rectangular trough or basin makes a beautiful planter for succulents or lavender! A good
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Stone Sinks

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Limestone

Antique Limestone Basin
Antique Limestone Basin
H 10 in W 18 in D 32 in
Transparent Acrylic Coffee Table with Multi-Purpose Sub-Surface Terrarium
By Thislexik, Vedat Ulgen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
design project. We personally like to use the piece's trough to grow moss, herbs, or low-hanging flowers
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Acrylic

Atlas Coffee Table by Patricia Bustos de la Torre
Located in Geneve, CH
with a map, showcasing irregular edges and an imperfect surface. It is a three legged low table with
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2010s Spanish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Travertine

Jules Wabbes Rare Single Bed in Elm with Metal Details
By Jules Wabbes
Located in Waalwijk, NL
footboard are attached to the low edge frame, which makes it easy to get in and out the bed. However, the
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Scandinavian Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

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Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Rectangular Garden Planter
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
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Antique Bronze Wine Barrel Spout from Saumur, France 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
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Hand Carved Stone Container Jardinière Trough Basin Planter Antique Farm Sink LA
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Hand Carved Stone Container Trough Farm Sink Fountain Basin Antiques LA Fire Pit
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand carved stone container trough farm sink fountain basin antiques LA Fire pit 18th century exquisite water fountain basin of hand carved stone Lavoir. This trough could be install...
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Ancient Hand-Crafted Portuguese Washbasin, Pot, Garden Elements, Rustic, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
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Vintage 1940s Portuguese Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

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Hand Carved Stone Fountain Head Spout Backsplash Antiques Rustic Wall Mount CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière Bowl Planter Vessel Sink Antiques
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Hand Carved Marble Container Sink Basin Planter
Located in Bradenton, FL
This antique 18th century marble basin is hand carved out one piece of stone. It's ideal for water plants, succulents, orchids or sculptural birdbath. It has been drilled for a drain...
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Antique 18th Century Italian Rustic Garden Ornaments

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Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Trough Basin Planter Antique Farm Sink CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Rectangular Planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit, Switzerland, 1950s
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Willy Guhl designed for Eternit, Switzerland. These planters are made from fiberated cement that is lightweight, strong and durable in all climates. The typical signs of use an...
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

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Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Trough Basin Planter Antique Farm Sink LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Stone Container Jardinière trough basin planter Antique Farm Sink LA . 18th Century water fountain Basin Of Hand Carved Stone container . Color and patina keeps changing ...
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Spanish Carved-Stone Garden Trough, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
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Early 20th Century Spanish Planters and Jardinieres

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Located in West Hollywood, CA
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Antique 18th Century French Stone Sinks

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Antique Horse Trough 19th Century
Located in Udenhout, NL
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Antique 1840s French Stone Sinks

Materials

Stone

Antique Horse Trough 19th Century
Antique Horse Trough 19th Century
H 9.06 in W 51.19 in D 15.75 in
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Located in Udenhout, NL
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Antique Stone Trough 19th Century
H 9.06 in W 51.19 in D 15.75 in
Willy Guhl for Eternit Large Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Handle Planter
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR
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1960s Danish Rosewood Vinyl LP Collection Petite Cabinet Mid-Century Credenza
By Arne Vodder, Poul Hundevad
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Early 20th Century Chinese Market Basket
H 17.5 in W 22.5 in D 15.25 in
Chinese Low Limestone Chicken Trough, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

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Limestone

Chinese Low Limetone Chicken Trough, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres

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Limestone

Chinese Low Limetone Chicken Trough, c. 1900
Chinese Low Limetone Chicken Trough, c. 1900
H 5.75 in W 67.5 in D 11.25 in
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Located in Austin, TX
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20th Century English Planters and Jardinieres

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Low Antique Swedish Bench with White Distressed Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Benches

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Pine

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Located in Austin, TX
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Cast Stone

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Located in Austin, TX
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Cast Stone

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Located in Winter Park, FL
walnut. Also known as a kneading trough, this large box with slanted sides was used in bread making and
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Located in Atlanta, GA
nuisances. This French dough bin, also known as a kneading trough or dough box, features a wonderful ribbon
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By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in San Diego, CA
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

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Located in Chicago, IL
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antiquities

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Limestone

Chinese Low Stone Chicken Trough
Chinese Low Stone Chicken Trough
H 5 in W 63.75 in D 8 in
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Located in Fayetteville, AR
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Stone Sinks

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Limestone

18th Century Swedish Black Gustavian Low Bureau
Located in Kramfors, SE
1800. Made in painted pine where the paint has distress and patina causing the pine to shine trough in
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Antique Genuine Northern Swedish Rustic Low White Country Sideboard with Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
distress of the paint where the wood shines trough. The exterior white paint is later while the interior
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Sideboards

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Pine

Antique Stone Basin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
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Limestone

Antique Stone Basin
Antique Stone Basin
H 11.5 in W 17 in D 43.5 in
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Located in Austin, TX
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20th Century English Planters and Jardinieres

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Cast Stone

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Located in Austin, TX
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20th Century English Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Cast Stone

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Stalagmite Coffee Table, Signed and Dated 1972
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, presenting an arresting composition. The bronze peaks and troughs support a circular glass top. This
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Materials

Steel, Bronze

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Stalagmite Coffee Table, Signed and Dated 1979
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
composition. The bronze peaks and troughs support a circular glass top. This Stalagmite cocktail table
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Juno by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in 1969, Cheerful Red Space Age Lamp
By Fog & Mørup, Jo Hammerborg
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
Hammerborg's signature "peep holes" for the light to peak trough, adding emission of a unique pattern of light
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Vintage 1960s Danish Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

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Low Trough For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic low trough available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of stone, limestone and wood, every low trough was constructed with great care. There are 8 variations of the antique or vintage low trough you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer low trough, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right low trough, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made low trough has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Willy Guhl, Jules Wabbes and Thislexik are consistently popular.

How Much is a Low Trough?

A low trough can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,153, while the lowest priced sells for $1,150 and the highest can go for as much as $132,728.