19th Century Hand-Carved Granite Fountain Element--Great for Garden
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Indian granite drain would also work nicely as a downspout water catch to redirect flow.
Granite
19th Century Hand-Carved Granite Garden Component
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Indian granite drain would also work nicely as a downspout water catch to redirect flow.
Granite
Medieval Bronze Lion Downspout
Located in North Egremont, MA
Cast bronze lion open mouth downspout with nice dark brown patina and chased decoration.
19th Century American Rain Chain with Downspout
Located in Chicago, IL
19th century American rain chain with downspout
Iron, Metal
Zinc Sconces
Located in Houston, TX
Zinc gutter downspouts now transformed into up-light wall sconces.
Zinc
Unavailable
H 17.38 in W 7.75 in D 4 in
Wells Fargo Building Painted Cast Iron Winged Mountain Lion Grotesque, c. 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Architectural grotesques—very similar to gargoyles, though without a downspout—have warded off evil while protecting buildings since they gained widespread popularity in Europe durin...
Iron
French Iron Downspout
Located in Nashville, TN
Nineteenth century iron downspout. Urn shape with animal head spout.
Iron
French Limestone Lion Downspouts
Located in Dallas, TX
These unique 18th century Lion Carved Downspout Water Exits from France are a stunning addition to any outdoor space.
Limestone
Floor Lamp from Terracotta Downspout
Located in Houston, TX
Take a century-old downspout from France, put it on a modern metal base, top it with a shade, and Voila!
Metal
A c. 14th Century, Gothic Downspout
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Absolutely stunning, period, hand-carved solid marble downspout featuring a 360 degree series of reliefs depicting iconic, arched Gothic windows surmounted by quatrefoil medallions.
Marble
Cast Iron Downspouts with Lions Face Details Late 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of lion downspouts with fabulous lion face as main detail.
Monumental Pair of Zinc Architectural Dragons or Griffins, 19th Century
Located in Buffalo, NY
Hand formed zinc,, Museum quality.Possibly originally intended to be downspouts.,Some structual damage,,mainly to top of head,.
Zinc
Hand Carved Central Fountain
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a hand carved limestone central fountain with four iron downspouts. This fountain is a classical French design from an antique village fountain reclaimed outside Montpe...
Limestone, Iron
Antique 19th Century Lead Rain Hoppers or Downspouts from England
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique Late 19th Century Lead Downspouts or Rain Hoppers from a Greenwich Ct. Estate.
Lead
Hand-Carved Central Fountain
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a hand-carved limestone central fountain with four iron downspouts. This fountain is a classical French design from an antique village fountain reclaimed outside Montpe...
Limestone, Iron
Hand-Carved Central Fountain
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a hand-carved limestone central fountain with four iron downspouts. This fountain is a classical French design from an antique village fountain reclaimed outside Montpe...
Limestone, Iron
Hand Carved Central Octagonal Fountain
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a hand carved limestone central fountain with four iron downspouts. This fountain is a classical French design from an antique village fountain reclaimed outside Montpe...
Limestone, Iron
Hand Carved Central Fountain
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a hand carved limestone central fountain with four iron downspouts. This fountain is a classical French design from an antique village fountain reclaimed outside Montpe...
Limestone, Iron
carved stone gargoyle downspout
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
Antique carved stone gothic style downspout.French, probably 19th century and a repair or replacement to a gothic building.
Pair of Cast Iron Downspouts with Iron Bases
Located in Atlanta, GA
We were thrilled to find this wonderful pair of Cast Iron downspouts in Paris. Our clients are always searching for unusual accessories and these certainly fit that description.
Iron
Wrought Iron Downspout Rain Chain, Mid 19th Century American
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid 19th century wrought iron downspout rain chain, used to direct the water from the rooftop; American.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Copper Shelves / Brackets
Located in San Francisco, CA
Adapted from large downspouts. Nice old surface.
Copper, Steel
Pair Zinc 19c Gargoyles
Located in Culver City, CA
Originally mounted as downspouts on building.
Zinc, Iron
19th Century American Architectural Elements
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of sculptural, decorative 19th century American tin architectural downspouts retaining a good portion of their original painted surfaces, now wonderfully crusty and leathery in ...
Tin
Copper Ornaments
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A graceful and elegant pair of solid copper, vintage downspouts. Most likely from a stately, architecturally inspired residence or building.
Sold
H 17.5 in W 7.88 in D 4 in
Wells Fargo Building Gilt Cast Iron Winged Mountain Lion Grotesque, circa 1910
Located in San Francisco, CA
Architectural grotesques—very similar to gargoyles, though without a downspout—have warded off evil while protecting buildings since they gained widespread popularity in Europe durin...
Iron
Hand-Carved Stone Sink from Indonesia, Organic Modern Design
Located in New York, NY
A solid stone sink or basin, hand-crafted in Indonesia. Hand-carved from volcanic basalt rock, the outside of the piece preserves its naturally rugged stone texture, while the insid...
Stone
Antique Large Hand-Carved Garden Stone, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
An ideal garden ornament, sturdy weather proof planter display base or a rock solid all weather stone base for a special sculpture. From China, comes this large 20.5 inch rectangula...
Limestone
French 18th Century Stone Trough - Jardiniere
Located in Round Top, TX
A very lovely 18th century carved stone trough - jardiniere from Provence, France. Wonderful incorporated into a water feature or as a planter.
Stone
Large Oval Granite Trough, 21st Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large oval stone trough with smooth sides, carved from a single solid block of granite. Suitable as a decorative garden feature, water basin, or planter.
Granite
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
H 14 in W 21.5 in D 18.5 in
Rustic Hand Carved Stone Container Jardinière Trough Basin Antique Farm Sink
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rustic Hand Carved Stone Container Jardinière Trough Basin Antique Farm Sink . late 17th / Early 18th Century small water fountain Basin Of Hand Carved Stone container . Color and pa...
Stone
Antique Carved Granite Farm Trough from Normandy, France, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… Hand-carved in the 1800s, this granite farm trough is from Normandy, France. This is a versatile item that can be used inside or outdoors, functioning...
Stone, Granite
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
H 12.5 in W 30 in D 15.5 in
Farm Sink Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Trough Basin Planter Antique LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Farm Sink Hand Carved stone container Jardinière Trough Basin Planter Antique LA . 18th Century water fountain Basin Of Hand Carved Stone container . beautiful Color and patina keeps...
Stone, Limestone
$3,900
H 11.5 in W 40.5 in D 19 in
Antique Carved Granite Farm Trough from Normandy, France, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
Dating to the 1800s, this hand-carved granite farm trough was discovered on a property in Normandy, France. Areas of the trough have moss accumulation, adding tints of green to the d...
Stone, Granite
$1,515
H 10.25 in W 28.5 in D 16 in
Carved Stone Trough Planter Weathered Sandstone Garden Fountain Feature
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
Crafted from rugged sandstone, originally carved as a drinking trough, dating back to the early part of the 19th century, the rectangular sink shaped trough offers a beautifully weat...
Stone, Sandstone
Stone Accessory Primitive 18th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
The Brendan Bass Estate Collection pays homage to the beauty of vintage and antique pieces, each artfully concealing endless stories collected through the generations in which they ...
Stone
$3,718
H 25.99 in W 59.85 in D 33.47 in
Hand Carved Stone Basin Trough Fountain Tub Planter Firepit Vessel Antique
Located in Saint-Gondon, Centre-Val de Loire
This beautiful hand-carved stone basin has a timeless, rustic charm. Crafted from a single block of stone, it has been worn and weathered over the years, giving it a rich, natural pa...
Stone, Limestone
Antique Carved Marble Corner Bow Shaped Basin
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique carved marble corner basin with a bow shaped front. Dating to the 18th century, this charming trough has certainly stood the test of home, showcasing a desirable weathere...
Marble
$6,720Sale Price|20% Off
H 15.5 in W 32 in D 19 in
Hand Carved Stone Jambonnier Kitchen Container Basin Cure Ham Farm Sink LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Stone Jambonnier Kitchen Container Basin Cure Ham Farm Sink LA . Used in the fabrication du jambon Maître jambonnier . 18th / 19th century water Jambonier of hand carved ...
Stone, Limestone
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
H 14 in W 55 in D 21 in
Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Basin Trough Planter Sink Antiques LA CA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand carved stone container fountain basin trough planter sink Antiques LA CA . Large, exquisite 18th century water fountain basin of hand carved stone. this double trough could be i...
Stone
$4,915
H 39.5 in W 20 in D 17.5 in
French 19th Century Carved Stone Abstract Garden Sculpture on Plinth
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved stone garden sculpture on pedestal from the 19th century, though potentially much older. This antique garden element from France features an abstract hand carved ston...
Stone
XIII Century Italian Granite Fountain Mouth
Located in Encinitas, CA
Italian antique fountain spout carved from a solid granite block from the 13th century with a zoomorphic appearance in the shape of a fish's head.
Granite
Choosing the right antique or vintage building and garden elements can prove pivotal when you’re working to beautify any room in your home or just put the finishing touches on a garden or other outdoor area.
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