Architectural Elements
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Architectural Elements
Stone
20th Century American Architectural Elements
Cotton, Wood
19th Century French Other Antique Architectural Elements
Limestone
Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Architectural Elements
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Organic Modern Architectural Elements
Brass
20th Century Dutch Architectural Elements
Fabric, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Antique Architectural Elements
Iron
Late 19th Century Thai Antique Architectural Elements
Teak
18th Century European Rococo Antique Architectural Elements
Wood
1880s Chinese Export Antique Architectural Elements
Wood
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Architectural Elements
Brass, Nickel
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Architectural Elements
Zinc
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Architectural Elements
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Resin, Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Architectural Elements
Aluminum
19th Century Dutch Antique Architectural Elements
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Metal, Brass
19th Century Moroccan Moorish Antique Architectural Elements
Wood
2010s European Modern Architectural Elements
Ceramic
19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Architectural Elements
Pine
1930s Vintage Architectural Elements
Cement
2010s American Organic Modern Architectural Elements
Stainless Steel
20th Century French Art Deco Architectural Elements
Wrought Iron
Mid-18th Century American American Colonial Antique Architectural Elements
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Architectural Elements
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Architectural Elements
Aluminum
19th Century French Rococo Antique Architectural Elements
Wood
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Architectural Elements
Metal, Wrought Iron, Iron
Early 20th Century European Medieval Architectural Elements
Wrought Iron
1880s Antique Architectural Elements
Wrought Iron
16th Century French Antique Architectural Elements
Limestone
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Architectural Elements
Stone
17th Century Italian Antique Architectural Elements
Walnut
1950s Neoclassical Vintage Architectural Elements
Brass
Late 20th Century Rococo Revival Architectural Elements
Bronze
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Architectural Elements
Bronze, Copper, Iron
20th Century Central Asian Architectural Elements
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Architectural Elements
2010s American Organic Modern Architectural Elements
Stainless Steel
Early 1900s Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Architectural Elements
Lead
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Bronze
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Architectural Elements
Marble
1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Architectural Elements
Lead
20th Century Indian Architectural Elements
Cotton, Silk, Wood
1980s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Architectural Elements
Metal, Aluminum
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Architectural Elements
Marble
19th Century French Antique Architectural Elements
Iron
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Architectural Elements
Wood
Early 20th Century European Bauhaus Architectural Elements
Brass
20th Century Victorian Architectural Elements
Concrete
18th Century French Regency Antique Architectural Elements
Marble
19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Architectural Elements
Mahogany
2010s French Architectural Elements
Iron
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements
Brass, Bronze
This 18th-century antique French limestone trough (reference: OT213) is a rare, one-of-a-kind architectural salvage piece sourced from the rural countryside near Clermont-Ferrand, France. Carved by hand between 1760 and 1780, this substantial trough measures 201 cm wide × 130 cm deep × 71 cm high and weighs approximately 3,000 kg. The surface shows an authentic timeworn patina developed over centuries of use, enhancing its historical character.
Material & CraftsmanshipCrafted from solid French limestone (pierre calcaire), this trough was hand-carved from a single block. Its robust composition makes it highly resistant to weathering, while the natural stone’s subtle tonal variations and aged surface bear witness to its centuries-old origin.
Hand carving in the 18th century involved traditional chiseling techniques by skilled stonemasons, leaving subtle tool marks that add to its authenticity and charm.
Possible Uses in Landscape & Garden DesignDue to its size, weight, and historic appeal, this antique stone trough can serve as:
A focal point in a formal or rustic garden design An antique stone planter for trees, shrubs, or seasonal arrangements A water feature basin in a courtyard or landscaped estate A statement piece for heritage property restoration Historical ContextStone troughs of this period were originally used in agricultural settings to hold water or feed for livestock. Their practical role and durable construction have ensured their survival for centuries, making them highly sought after by garden designers, landscape architects, and heritage property owners worldwide.
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18th Century French Other Antique Architectural Elements
Limestone
17th Century French Rustic Antique Architectural Elements
Wood
15th Century and Earlier English Antique Architectural Elements
Iron
1930s Vintage Architectural Elements
Cement
18th Century French Other Antique Architectural Elements
Limestone





