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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
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
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
Hand-Carved Stone Trough Sink Basin, Continental Europe, 19th Century Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Its sculptural trapezoidal profile makes it equally suited for use as a functional sink or as a decorative stone trough in kitchens, baths, garden rooms, or entry spaces.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Stone Sinks
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Full Moon Stone Trough, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 19th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
