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Antique Watering Trough

L'Abreuvoir (The Watering Trough)
L'Abreuvoir (The Watering Trough)

L'Abreuvoir (The Watering Trough)

By Auguste Louis Lepère

Located in Fairlawn, OH

L'Abreuvoir (The Trough) Woodcut printed in two shades of brown on paper, mounted Signed by the artist in pencil lower right (see photo) Signed with artist's monogram in the stone u...

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Early 1900s Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Woodcut

Footed Chinese Stone Water Trough, c. 1900
Footed Chinese Stone Water Trough, c. 1900

Footed Chinese Stone Water Trough, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th-century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Spanish 19th C. Carved-Stone Water Trough
Spanish 19th C. Carved-Stone Water Trough

Spanish 19th C. Carved-Stone Water Trough

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Spanish hand-carved trough basin from the 19th century. This antique stone vessel from Spain has an oval-shaped basin with rounded front and flat backside, giving it an overall "D"...

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19th Century Spanish Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone

Victorian British Oil Horses Drinking Water Trough in Village Rural Country Lane
Victorian British Oil Horses Drinking Water Trough in Village Rural Country Lane

Victorian British Oil Horses Drinking Water Trough in Village Rural Country Lane

By Samuel Joseph Clark

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Plough Horses Watering Circle of Samuel Joseph Clark (1841 - 1928) British oil painting on canvas, framed framed: 27.5 x 35 inches canvas: 21 x 28 inches provenance: private collecti...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Minimalist Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Chinese Stone Courtyard Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Courtyard Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Courtyard Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Minimalist Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Stone Courtyard Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Courtyard Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Courtyard Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Minimalist Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Chinese Teardrop Stone Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Teardrop Stone Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Teardrop Stone Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

A pattern of chiseled grooves adds rustic character to the interior and softens towards the base due to years of use as a water trough. Originally placed on a provincial Chinese farm...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Trough on Limestone Stands
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Trough on Limestone Stands

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Trough on Limestone Stands

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A beautiful Victorian era antique cast iron trough by Woodbourne, Kingsley. Once used as a water trough, it is elevated by a pair of shaped limestone stands, making it ideal for us...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Trough on Portland Limestone Stands
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Trough on Portland Limestone Stands

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Trough on Portland Limestone Stands

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Once used as a water trough, it is elevated by a pair of shaped limestone stands, making it ideal for use as a large, raised planter for flowers and garden greenery.

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone, Iron

Rustic French Garden Planter or Trough in Natural Stone with a Superb Patina
Rustic French Garden Planter or Trough in Natural Stone with a Superb Patina

Rustic French Garden Planter or Trough in Natural Stone with a Superb Patina

Located in Saint-Gondon, Centre-Val de Loire

Originally serving as a water trough (abreuvoir) on a traditional French farm, this basin has developed a deep and beautiful patina over more than a century.

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19th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone

English Oil on Board Horse Painting by John Alfred Wheeler, circa 1880
English Oil on Board Horse Painting by John Alfred Wheeler, circa 1880

English Oil on Board Horse Painting by John Alfred Wheeler, circa 1880

By Alfred Wheeler

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English oil on board equestrian painting from the 19th century by John Alfred Wheeler (1821-1903) titled "The Watering Trough". Created by British artist John Alfred Wheeler durin...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Wood, Paint

Titze Bronze Inkwell With Horse And Rider
Titze Bronze Inkwell With Horse And Rider

Titze Bronze Inkwell With Horse And Rider

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

The desk piece consists of a horse, with huntsman a top, stood on a grass bank drinking from a water trough. The words 'WELCOME DRINK' are impressed in the front and to the side 'Tit...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Bronze

Robert Cleminson 19th Century Landscape Oil Painting with Horse and Dogs
Robert Cleminson 19th Century Landscape Oil Painting with Horse and Dogs

Robert Cleminson 19th Century Landscape Oil Painting with Horse and Dogs

By Robert Cleminson

Located in Atlanta, GA

Slightly behind the dogs is a water trough, while in the background are depicted hills.

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19th Century English Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Canvas

Antique Late 18th-Early 19th Century English Watercolor Painting of Ruins
Antique Late 18th-Early 19th Century English Watercolor Painting of Ruins

Antique Late 18th-Early 19th Century English Watercolor Painting of Ruins

Located in Philadelphia, PA

It depicts a cowherd with a cow and sheep at a water trough by ancient architectural ruins. The painting is adhered to secondary sheet with scribed lines (and is peeling up from the ...

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Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Paint, Paper

1900's Horses at the Trough
1900's Horses at the Trough

1900's Horses at the Trough

By William Lemos

Located in Soquel, CA

Charming mid century oil painting of two horses at watering trough by William M. Lemos, Santa Cruz and San Francisco artist (American, 1861-1942), circa 1900.

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Early 1900s American Impressionist Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Oil, Cardboard

English 19th Century Hand-chiseled Stone Basin
English 19th Century Hand-chiseled Stone Basin

English 19th Century Hand-chiseled Stone Basin

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A substantial, antique English sandstone water trough, featuring wonderful texture from the hand-chiseled carving as well the developed patina from a life outdoors.

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19th Century English Rustic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Sandstone

Silverplate Meat Trolley by Elkington & Co.
Silverplate Meat Trolley by Elkington & Co.

Silverplate Meat Trolley by Elkington & Co.

By Elkington & Co.

Located in New Orleans, LA

The trolley displays a beautiful rollback domed cover that glides open to reveal its fitted interior, complete with a cutting tray, two covered sauce containers and a hot water troug...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Silver Plate

Working Horses At The Trough 1908 Chevaux À L'Abreuvoir French Rural Normandy
Working Horses At The Trough 1908 Chevaux À L'Abreuvoir French Rural Normandy

Working Horses At The Trough 1908 Chevaux À L'Abreuvoir French Rural Normandy

Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset

It depicts a man in working clothes with his two horses, one white and one brown, at a water trough. The man has his right arm resting affectionately on the shoulder of the white hor...

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Early 20th Century French School Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Firepit Basin Trough Water Feature antique
Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Firepit Basin Trough Water Feature antique

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Firepit Basin Trough Water Feature antique

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Firepit Basin Trough Water Feature antique. Early Gothic Period Water Wellhead Hand Carved Stone to be installed as a Magnificent Large Focal Po...

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Metal

Brutalist Raw French Garden Fountain Element Or Trough Or Water basin
Brutalist Raw French Garden Fountain Element Or Trough Or Water basin

Brutalist Raw French Garden Fountain Element Or Trough Or Water basin

Located in Beervelde, BE

Exceptional early fountain trough. Extra raw and in hard red French stone, Reclaimed in Provence. The real deal, rare to find with unique artempo details and wear. Extra raw brutalis...

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19th Century French Medieval Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone

Faithful Friends of the Manor: The Ellesmere Bay and Bulldog, Dated 1887
Faithful Friends of the Manor: The Ellesmere Bay and Bulldog, Dated 1887

Faithful Friends of the Manor: The Ellesmere Bay and Bulldog, Dated 1887

Located in Downingtown, PA

The background is filled with realistic stable details, including a hay rack, a metal water trough, and a folded yellow and blue plaid blanket, all of which contribute to the work's ...

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19th Century Sporting Art Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Canvas

Reclaimed French Stone Trough
Reclaimed French Stone Trough

Reclaimed French Stone Trough

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Previously built into a well used for drinking spring water, this uniquely shaped trough is full of charm.

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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone

Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière Bowl Planter Vessel Sink Antiques
Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière Bowl Planter Vessel Sink Antiques

Hand Carved Stone Vide poche Basin Jardinière Bowl Planter Vessel Sink Antiques

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Possibly earlier Gothic Container . A Water Trough Benitier in a small Chapel in the South of France . having a nicely textured surface with Carved 4 corners with losses to the side ...

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17th Century French Gothic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Miss Pethick Oil Painting of Bay Racehorse, 19th Century, Unsigned
Miss Pethick Oil Painting of Bay Racehorse, 19th Century, Unsigned

Miss Pethick Oil Painting of Bay Racehorse, 19th Century, Unsigned

By Frederick Albert Clark

Located in GB

The stable setting is simple and functional: straw-covered flooring, wooden walls, and a feed or water trough to the right, draped with a cloth marked with initials.

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19th Century Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Primitive Carved Stone Trough Planter Weathered Organic Garden Feature  Bonsai
Primitive Carved Stone Trough Planter Weathered Organic Garden Feature  Bonsai

Primitive Carved Stone Trough Planter Weathered Organic Garden Feature Bonsai

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

The natural organic shape provides an excellent backdrop as a garden feature, the shallow trough holds water and could be used as a bird bath or water feature around a pond areas.

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Early 19th Century European Primitive Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Sandstone

19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain
19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain

19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Monumental 19th century French water pump fountain made by Louis Jonet. This large cast iron piece would have been mounted above a large stone trough to catch water.

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Chinese cast iron temple bath with script
Early 19th Century Chinese cast iron temple bath with script

Early 19th Century Chinese cast iron temple bath with script

Located in Martlesham, GB

These vessels were typically used as water baths or ritual troughs in Buddhist or Taoist temples.

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1840s Chinese Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Iron

Pastoral Scenes: A Study of Rural Life and Animals, 1770
Pastoral Scenes: A Study of Rural Life and Animals, 1770

Pastoral Scenes: A Study of Rural Life and Animals, 1770

Located in Langweer, NL

Center: A woman wearing a hat and carrying a jug or pail is standing near some livestock, possibly cows or bulls, which are grazing or drinking water from a trough. 4. Bottom Left C...

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1770s German Antique Watering Trough

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Paper

French Barbizon Antique Oil Painting of Sheep in Barn by Charles Emile Jacque
French Barbizon Antique Oil Painting of Sheep in Barn by Charles Emile Jacque

French Barbizon Antique Oil Painting of Sheep in Barn by Charles Emile Jacque

By Charles Jacques

Located in Shippensburg, PA

One sheep gazes calmly at the viewer while the other lowers its head to get a drink of water from the stone trough. Set against a darkened background with hints of a feeding bin with...

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19th Century French Barbizon School Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Paint

Fine 19th Century White Marble Sculpture of “Rebecca at the Well”
Fine 19th Century White Marble Sculpture of “Rebecca at the Well”

Fine 19th Century White Marble Sculpture of “Rebecca at the Well”

Located in Los Angeles, CA

' — Genesis 24:14 To his surprise, a young girl immediately came out and offered to draw water for him to drink, as well as water to fill the troughs for all his camels.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Marble

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English 19Th Cent. Pair Of Rectangular Ring Handled Planters
English 19Th Cent. Pair Of Rectangular Ring Handled Planters

English 19Th Cent. Pair Of Rectangular Ring Handled Planters

Located in Southampton, NY

Rectangular Ring Handled Planters--- Originally Used For Watering Troughs For Livestock. Wonderful Rusted Patina.

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19th Century British Regency Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Iron Horse Trough
19th Century American Iron Horse Trough

19th Century American Iron Horse Trough

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H 21.25 in W 46 in D 24.5 in

19th Century American Iron Horse Trough

Located in Atlanta, GA

19th century American iron horse trough. Perfect for water feature fountain.

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19th Century American Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Provincial Stone Watering Trough
French 19th Century Provincial Stone Watering Trough

French 19th Century Provincial Stone Watering Trough

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H 24.25 in W 28.875 in D 25.75 in

French 19th Century Provincial Stone Watering Trough

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A wonderful hand carved and chiseled stone watering trough, circa 1850s, from Provincial France.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone

French 19th Century Provincial Stone Watering Trough
French 19th Century Provincial Stone Watering Trough

French 19th Century Provincial Stone Watering Trough

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H 21.75 in W 31.25 in D 27.25 in

French 19th Century Provincial Stone Watering Trough

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A wonderful hand-carved and chiseled stone watering trough, circa 1850s, from provincial France.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone

19thc Original Red Painted Horse Watering Trough From Pennsylvania
19thc Original Red Painted Horse Watering Trough From Pennsylvania

19thc Original Red Painted Horse Watering Trough From Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc Original red painted horse or cow watering trough from Lancaster ,Pennsylvania farm house .These large troughs make the best container for wood or plants on a porch or store di...

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19th Century American Antique Watering Trough

Chinese Stone Water Trough, circa 1900
Chinese Stone Water Trough, circa 1900

Chinese Stone Water Trough, circa 1900

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H 9 in W 22 in D 16 in

Chinese Stone Water Trough, circa 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Once used on a provincial Chinese farm to hold water or animal feed, this early 20th century stone trough is celebrated today for its organic form and rustic authenticity.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Limestone Water Trough, circa 1850
Chinese Limestone Water Trough, circa 1850

Chinese Limestone Water Trough, circa 1850

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H 7.5 in W 45 in D 15 in

Chinese Limestone Water Trough, circa 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Prized mounts once took refreshment from this stone trough, carved from a solid block of limestone more than hundred years ago. Once purely functional, the trough is celebrated today...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Limestone Water Trough, circa 1900
Chinese Limestone Water Trough, circa 1900

Chinese Limestone Water Trough, circa 1900

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H 6 in W 48 in D 16.5 in

Chinese Limestone Water Trough, circa 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Prized mounts once took refreshment from this stone trough, carved from a solid block of limestone more than hundred years ago. Once purely functional, the trough is celebrated today...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Baroque Water Trough, Bohemia 18th Century
Baroque Water Trough, Bohemia 18th Century

Baroque Water Trough, Bohemia 18th Century

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H 26.38 in W 39.38 in D 25.2 in

Baroque Water Trough, Bohemia 18th Century

Located in Greding, DE

The rectangular trough with a curved front is made out of red marble. On its front is an inscription that was probably added later on: "a. V. H. 1882" in a baroque cartouche. The res...

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18th Century and Earlier European Antique Watering Trough

Early 20th Century Chinese Water Trough

Early 20th Century Chinese Water Trough

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H 7.5 in W 46.5 in D 16 in

Early 20th Century Chinese Water Trough

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 20th century trough was carved by hand out of a single block of limestone. It would have once been used on a farm in Northern China to feed livestock. Today, its shallow d...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Petite Chinese Stone Water Trough, c. 1850
Petite Chinese Stone Water Trough, c. 1850

Petite Chinese Stone Water Trough, c. 1850

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H 6 in W 11.75 in D 8.5 in

Petite Chinese Stone Water Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Drilled with a drainage hole, the small stone trough is ideal today as a statement garden planter, water feature or sink basin.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Trough
Trough

Trough

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H 17 in W 41.5 in D 22.5 in

Trough

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A cast iron water trough.

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19th Century English Antique Watering Trough

Antique Trough
Antique Trough

Antique Trough

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H 44 in W 27.5 in D 88.25 in

Antique Trough

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique water trough with dolphin head spout. Origin: France, circa 1750.

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1750s French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Antique Limestone Trough
Antique Limestone Trough

Antique Limestone Trough

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H 12 in W 79 in D 27 in

Antique Limestone Trough

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique limestone “abreuvoir” watering trough sourced from the Loire valley in France.

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18th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Antique Limestone Trough
Antique Limestone Trough

Antique Limestone Trough

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H 12 in W 79 in D 27 in

Antique Limestone Trough

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique limestone “abreuvoir” watering trough sourced from the Loire valley in France.

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18th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Antique Limestone Trough, circa 1760
Antique Limestone Trough, circa 1760

Antique Limestone Trough, circa 1760

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H 12 in W 27 in D 77.25 in

Antique Limestone Trough, circa 1760

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique limestone “abreuvoir” watering trough sourced from the Loire valley in France.

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18th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

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H 4.75 in W 15 in D 9.5 in

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

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H 6.25 in W 19 in D 10 in

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1850

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H 7 in W 19.75 in D 11 in

Chinese Half 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.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel Antiques
Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel Antiques

Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel Antiques

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Exquisite 18th century round hand carved stone water fountain basin. This water trough could be installed with a simple bronze spout or a carved stone fountainhead, we have many opti...

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Early 18th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone

18th C. Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel
18th C. Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel

18th C. Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Exquisite 18th-19th century round hand carved stone water fountain basin. This water trough could be installed with a simple bronze spout or a carved stone fountain head, we have man...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Antique Cast Iron Trough on Limestone Stands
Antique Cast Iron Trough on Limestone Stands

Antique Cast Iron Trough on Limestone Stands

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H 43.71 in W 73.43 in D 16.74 in

Antique Cast Iron Trough on Limestone Stands

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Once used as a water trough, it is elevated by a pair of shaped limestone stands, making it ideal for use as a large, raised planter for flowers and garden greenery.

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone, Metal, Iron

Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel Antiques
Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel Antiques

Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel Antiques

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Exquisite 17th 18th century round hand carved stone water fountain basin. Please see pictures before and after This water trough could be installed with a simple bronze spout or a ...

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Late 17th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone

19th Century French Trough in Rare Pyrénées Mountain Blue Stone
19th Century French Trough in Rare Pyrénées Mountain Blue Stone

19th Century French Trough in Rare Pyrénées Mountain Blue Stone

Located in Dallas, TX

The three-inch-thick walls have subtle texturing, further enhancing the beauty of the trough. Recently discovered at a property in the Pyrénées, where it was used as a watering troug...

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19th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone

Minton Majolica Small Jardinière Flower Trough Singed, Dated 1871
Minton Majolica Small Jardinière Flower Trough Singed, Dated 1871

Minton Majolica Small Jardinière Flower Trough Singed, Dated 1871

By Minton

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Minton Majolica Small Jardiniere, realistically molded as a simulated water trough formed by faux wooden staves and pegs, overlain with budding Hawthrone branches, the corners formed...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Watering Trough

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Majolica

Pastoral scene, oil on canvas, by P. P. Roos dit Rosa Da Tivoli Italy circa 1680
Pastoral scene, oil on canvas, by P. P. Roos dit Rosa Da Tivoli Italy circa 1680

Pastoral scene, oil on canvas, by P. P. Roos dit Rosa Da Tivoli Italy circa 1680

By Philipp Peter Roos (Rosa di Tivoli)

Located in Paris, FR

Large oil on canvas depicting farm animals (sheeps, goat, horse, dog) at the watering trough, against a backdrop of a Roman countryside landscape.

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Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Austrian Silver & Enamel Horse Snuff Box
Austrian Silver & Enamel Horse Snuff Box

Austrian Silver & Enamel Horse Snuff Box

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H 0.67 in W 2.04 in D 1.57 in

Austrian Silver & Enamel Horse Snuff Box

Located in Newark, England

The box of rectangular shape with faceted corners topped with an enamel scene featuring three horses grazing by the watering trough amongst a sunburst enamel background.

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Late 19th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Weathered Pair of 19th Century English Carved Sandstone Garden Planters
Weathered Pair of 19th Century English Carved Sandstone Garden Planters

Weathered Pair of 19th Century English Carved Sandstone Garden Planters

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

Measuring 19/22 inches across, these circular planters would have once been used as small water troughs, primitive in design and construction, now bearing the beautiful marks of thei...

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19th Century English Primitive Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Sandstone

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Planter Basin Trough Water Feature antique
Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Planter Basin Trough Water Feature antique

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Planter Basin Trough Water Feature antique

Located in West Hollywood, CA

To be used in a modern traditional Spanish French design, very versatile as an interior planter stone container cachepot, focal point, water feature fountain basin trough with a cent...

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17th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Metal

19th Century Antique Equestrian Horse Painting by James Albert Clark
19th Century Antique Equestrian Horse Painting by James Albert Clark

19th Century Antique Equestrian Horse Painting by James Albert Clark

By James Clark

Located in Shippensburg, PA

A.P.” and the edges highlighted in red, resting over a wall mounted water trough. The floor is layered in fresh and brilliantly depicted hay with a complex array of shadows cascading...

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19th Century English Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Canvas

Standing Nude

Standing Nude

By Pascal Dagnan-Bouveret

Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

From 1875 he exhibited at the Salon, where in 1880 he won the first-class medal for the painting "An Accident" and a medal of honour in 1885 for "Horses at the Waterin...

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Late 19th Century Naturalistic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Paper, Mixed Media

Chinese Low Limestone Chicken Trough, c. 1900
Chinese Low Limestone Chicken Trough, c. 1900

Chinese Low Limestone Chicken Trough, c. 1900

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H 5.75 in W 71 in D 8.5 in

Chinese Low Limestone Chicken Trough, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

Designed to hold water or chicken feed, this trough has aged beautifully over time and today could be used as an elegant planter for succulents and other flora.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Huge Hand Carved Stone Trough Fountain Basin Planter Container Sink Antiques LA
Huge Hand Carved Stone Trough Fountain Basin Planter Container Sink Antiques LA

Huge Hand Carved Stone Trough Fountain Basin Planter Container Sink Antiques LA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Large and deep late 18th-early 19th century water fountain basin of hand carved Stone . to create a charming garden water fountain this trough could be installed with a simple bronze...

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Late 18th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone

19th Century Oil on Canvas, "Drinking from the Well", by Felix Schlesinger
19th Century Oil on Canvas, "Drinking from the Well", by Felix Schlesinger

19th Century Oil on Canvas, "Drinking from the Well", by Felix Schlesinger

Located in Dallas, TX

A long-haired dog stands on its hind legs behind the children, lapping at the water in the trough. The skies above are overcast and a house behind the well has smoke emanating from t...

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19th Century German Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Giltwood, Paint

English Victorian Stoneware and Sterling Silver Ice Bucket / Pail, 1873
English Victorian Stoneware and Sterling Silver Ice Bucket / Pail, 1873

English Victorian Stoneware and Sterling Silver Ice Bucket / Pail, 1873

By T. Smith and Co., Jonas & George Bowen

Located in Bath, GB

There is a ridge on the interior where a silver plated drainer sits to let drips of water pass trough to the bottom leaving the ice dry loose.

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1870s English Late Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Sterling Silver

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Fountain Firepit Basin La Vie En Provence Antique CA
Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Fountain Firepit Basin La Vie En Provence Antique CA

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Fountain Firepit Basin La Vie En Provence Antique CA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Wellhead Hand Carved Stone Container Firepit Basin Trough Water Feature antique. La Vie En Provence .

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Late 18th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone

19th Century, Water Trough
19th Century, Water Trough

19th Century, Water Trough

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H 19 in W 37 in D 19 in

19th Century, Water Trough

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19th century Guatemalan Large Scale Bebedero, water trough, is one solid piece of stone. It is long and the sides are tall.

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19th Century Guatemalan Rustic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone

Tsukubai, A 19th century Japanese Granite Water Trough
Tsukubai, A 19th century Japanese Granite Water Trough

Tsukubai, A 19th century Japanese Granite Water Trough

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A small scale water trough is often a feature in a Japanese Garden, with dripping water.

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Monumental Antique Cast Iron Horse Watering Trough
Monumental Antique Cast Iron Horse Watering Trough

Monumental Antique Cast Iron Horse Watering Trough

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H 28.75 in W 120.48 in D 24.81 in

Monumental Antique Cast Iron Horse Watering Trough

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Mid-19th century. Good color, excellent condition, could be made water tight. No cracks. Indistinct maker’s name.

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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Iron

Reclaimed Cast Iron Floor Grids (10) + Large Victorian Cast Iron Water Trough
Reclaimed Cast Iron Floor Grids (10) + Large Victorian Cast Iron Water Trough

Reclaimed Cast Iron Floor Grids (10) + Large Victorian Cast Iron Water Trough

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Reclaimed cast iron floor grids with 72 available, suitable for interior and exterior use. Suitable for a variety of uses, these original ornate grids or grills were once used to cov...

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19th Century Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Iron

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

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H 6 in W 17.25 in D 10.25 in

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850
Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

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H 6 in W 17.5 in D 9.75 in

Chinese Stone Garden Trough, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Once a common sight in courtyards throughout rural China, this textured stone vessel was used as a grain or water trough for chickens and other barnyard fowl.

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Minimalist Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1800
Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1800

Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1800

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H 7 in W 14.5 in D 9 in

Chinese Half Moon Stone Trough, c. 1800

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.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800
Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800

Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800

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H 6 in W 14.75 in D 8.75 in

Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800

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.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800
Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800

Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800

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H 7 in W 18.75 in D 12 in

Petite Chinese Stone Trough, c. 1800

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.

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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

Large Antique 19th-Century Hand-Carved Granite Trough or Planter
Large Antique 19th-Century Hand-Carved Granite Trough or Planter

Large Antique 19th-Century Hand-Carved Granite Trough or Planter

Located in Saint-Gondon, Centre-Val de Loire

Likely dating to the 19th century, this robust piece originally served as a watering trough on a farm. It has weathered time beautifully, acquiring a magnificent natural patina with ...

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19th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Granite

Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel Antiques
Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel Antiques

Round Hand Carved Water Fountain Basin Container Trough Planter Vessel Antiques

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Exquisite 18th century round hand carved stone water fountain basin. This water trough could be installed with a simple bronze spout or a carved stone fountainhead, we have many opti...

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18th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Limestone

French Small Hanging Cabinet, Circa 1920's
French Small Hanging Cabinet, Circa 1920's

French Small Hanging Cabinet, Circa 1920's

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H 6.5 in W 12.25 in D 2.5 in

French Small Hanging Cabinet, Circa 1920's

Located in High Point, NC

The designs inlaid on the doors are of an Alpine farm scene, with a house and watering troughs in the foreground. Absolutely charming.

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1920s French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Cherry, Fruitwood

Antique Staffordshire Porcelain Good Companions Tree of Life Spill Vase 11"
Antique Staffordshire Porcelain Good Companions Tree of Life Spill Vase 11"

Antique Staffordshire Porcelain Good Companions Tree of Life Spill Vase 11"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique 19th century Staffordshire porcelain flatback figural spill vase known as Good Companions - depicting a rural farm scene with horse and cow drinking together at an overflowin...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Porcelain

Round Carved Stone Fountain Basin Container Rustic Farm Trough Planter Vessel CA
Round Carved Stone Fountain Basin Container Rustic Farm Trough Planter Vessel CA

Round Carved Stone Fountain Basin Container Rustic Farm Trough Planter Vessel CA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Round Carved Stone Fountain Basin Container Rustic Farm Trough Planter Vessel CA . Exquisite 18th 19th century round hand carved stone water fountain basin.

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Late 18th Century French Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone

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Oil Painting of a Woodland Scene in the English Countryside by British Artist
Oil Painting of a Woodland Scene in the English Countryside by British Artist

Oil Painting of a Woodland Scene in the English Countryside by British Artist

By James Wright

Located in Preston, GB

Oil Painting of a Woodland Scene in the English Countryside by 20th Century Modern British Artist, James Wright Art measures 30 x 16 inches Frame measures 36 x 22 inches This 198...

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Late 20th Century Realist Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Canvas, Cotton Canvas, Oil

Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp

Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp

Located in Sale, GB

- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...

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Mid-20th Century British Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Glass

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...

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2010s American Modern Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Wood, Oak

Classic Acorn Prismatic Sconces
Classic Acorn Prismatic Sconces

Classic Acorn Prismatic Sconces

$500 / item

H 11 in W 6 in D 9 in

Classic Acorn Prismatic Sconces

By Early Electrics Design Studio

Located in Peekskill, NY

This acorn shaped shade is a favorite. The style was mainly used as lighting for dentists. The shape is very pleasing and makes a perfect simple sconce. The thick prismatic glass giv...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Glass

Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford

Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford

By Peter Glassford

Located in San Antonio, TX

A sculptural White wash collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of-...

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2010s Mexican Brutalist Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Wood

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

$649Sale Price / item|55% Off

H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Oak

Large LUhans Indoor Outdoor Sconce
Large LUhans Indoor Outdoor Sconce

Large LUhans Indoor Outdoor Sconce

$1,600 / item

H 8 in W 8 in D 10.5 in

Large LUhans Indoor Outdoor Sconce

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Part of our Lumfardo Luminaries contemporary collection, this larger version LUhans patinated un-lacquered copper indoor outdoor sconce is inspired by Scandinavian mid-century design...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Copper

Italian Art Deco Design Crystal Murano Glass Half Moon Bronze Finish Sconces
Italian Art Deco Design Crystal Murano Glass Half Moon Bronze Finish Sconces

Italian Art Deco Design Crystal Murano Glass Half Moon Bronze Finish Sconces

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary customizable Italian Art Deco Design pair of semi circular wall lights, entirely handcrafted, with an antique bronze finish. The nicely scalloped airy brass structure su...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Brass

The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair

The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair

$4,871 / item

H 31.5 in W 33.47 in D 43.31 in

The Albert, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair

Located in Jesteburg, DE

Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...

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2010s Belgian Modern Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Linen

Antique French Limestone Trough
Antique French Limestone Trough

Antique French Limestone Trough

$1,900

H 8 in W 37 in D 14.5 in

Antique French Limestone Trough

Located in Dallas, TX

An antique French limestone trough, circa 1850. Rectangular in form with aged surface wear and patina, this small-scale piece carries the character of time. Reclaimed and versatile, ...

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1850s Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

19th Century coaching oil painting
19th Century coaching oil painting

19th Century coaching oil painting

By John Charles Maggs

Located in Nr Broadway, Worcestershire

John Charles Maggs British, (1819-1896) Bristol, Bath & London Coach Outside The Crown Inn, Bath Oil on canvas, signed & dated 1882 Image size: 17.5 inches x 29.5 inches Size includ...

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19th Century Victorian Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900
Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900

Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900

$980

H 11 in W 18.5 in D 11.5 in

Chinese Footed Stone Basin, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This petite footed basin carved of solid limestone was likely once used in the courtyard of a wealthy Qing-dynasty home. Unusual decorative elements elevate the basin and suggest its...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Limestone

English Garden Stone Trough Planter with Cherub Relief
English Garden Stone Trough Planter with Cherub Relief

English Garden Stone Trough Planter with Cherub Relief

Located in Austin, TX

A fine English rectangular garden trough of planter with an ornamental Classical relief of cherubs on all four sides.

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20th Century English Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Stone, Cast Stone

English Garden Stone Planter or Urn with Acanthus Leaf Relief
English Garden Stone Planter or Urn with Acanthus Leaf Relief

English Garden Stone Planter or Urn with Acanthus Leaf Relief

Located in Austin, TX

A fine English garden planter pot or urn of composition stone featuring a beautiful acanthus leaf relief to the bowl and base. Removable bowl from the base Perfect for a garden pat...

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20th Century British Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Cast Stone, Metal

19th Century Antique Hand Carved White Marble Double Basin Kitchen Sink
19th Century Antique Hand Carved White Marble Double Basin Kitchen Sink

19th Century Antique Hand Carved White Marble Double Basin Kitchen Sink

Located in Marbella, ES

19th century antique hand carved white marble double basin kitchen sink.

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Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Marble

1958 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood
1958 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood

1958 Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman in Brazilian Rosewood

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an original Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, models 670 and 671, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1956. This set dates to ca. 1958. The shells on this se...

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1950s American Modern Antique Watering Trough

Materials

Aluminum

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Antique Watering Trough For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique watering trough you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique watering trough for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, limestone and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique watering trough — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each antique watering trough bearing Neoclassical or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique watering trough over the years, but those crafted by Auguste Louis Lepère are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Watering Trough?

An antique watering trough can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,579, while the lowest priced sells for $600 and the highest can go for as much as $27,000.