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Why are they called Staddle stones?
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Staddle stones are called Staddle stones because of their original purpose. During the 17th and 18th centuries, the stones served as supports or foundations for structures in English gardens. The name comes from the Old English word "stathol," which means base. Find a range of Staddle stones on 1stDibs.
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Antique English Limestone Staddle Stone
Located in Dallas, TX
When stacked together, they form a complete staddle stone. Traditionally, staddle stones served as sturdy supports for granaries, hayricks, game larders, and similar structures.
Category
Antique 18th Century Architectural Elements
Materials
Limestone
18th Century English Staddle Stone 'Mushroom' Garden Ornament
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th Century English Staddle Stone ‘Mushroom’ Garden Ornament
Add a piece of history to your garden with this gorgeous 18th-century English Staddle Stone, often referred to as a ‘Mu...
Category
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Garden Ornaments
Materials
Stone
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Large English Steddle or Staddle Stone for the Garden
Located in Austin, TX
A steddle or staddle stone from the West Country of England from the late 1700s, featuring a conical-shaped base mounted with a mushroom-shaped cap of quarried stone.
Category
Antique 18th Century English Rustic Garden Ornaments
Materials
Stone
Large English Steddle or Staddle Stone for the Garden
Located in Austin, TX
An authentic steddle or staddle stone from the West Country of England from the late 1700s, featuring a four-sided pyramid-shaped base mounted with a mushroom-shaped cap of quarried ...
Category
Antique 18th Century English Rustic Garden Ornaments
Materials
Stone
