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What is a stone trough?
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A stone trough is a long, open container in a box-like shape that was sometimes used to feed and water animals. Stone troughs could be crafted from sandstone, granite or marble, whichever material was local to the creator. Shop a collection of stone troughs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Reclaimed French Stone Trough
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed French stone trough carved with a makers mark across to the bottom left of the front: ‘Evrard A Fourmies’.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Urns
Materials
Stone
French 18th Century Stone Trough - Jardiniere
Located in Round Top, TX
A very lovely 18th century carved stone trough - jardiniere from Provence, France.
Category
Antique 18th Century French Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
Reclaimed Belgian Blue Stone Trough
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This antique carved stone trough embodies a quiet, utilitarian beauty shaped by time and craftsmanship.
Category
Antique 19th Century Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Stone
Chinese Oblong Stone Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Minimalist Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Granite
Authentic Hand-Carved Antique Garden Stone Trough
Located in Saint-Gondon, Centre-Val de Loire
This exquisite antique stone trough was expertly hand-carved from solid natural stone, embodying centuries of European craftsmanship.
Category
Antique 18th Century French Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Provincial Chinese Round Stone Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
