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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
Hand-Carved Antique Stone Trough
Located in Saint-Gondon, Centre-Val de Loire
A rare and beautiful antique stone trough, hand-carved from solid natural stone.
Category
Antique 18th Century French Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Limestone
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
