18th Century Carved Limestone Corner Sink or Fountain Basin from Apt, France

This monumental Italian wall fountain was hand-carved in verona rossa marble in the early 1900’s. Truly the work of a master mason, the fountain is comprised of three thick pieces of richly carved marble, with each piece weighing several hundred pounds. The marble has lovely salmon color with cream inclusions that has developed a soft patina. The 3 ¼” deep back wall is adorned with a repetitive C-scroll border. A winged lion mascaron hovers above a geometric panel filled with nondescript interlaced carvings. Below the panel is a scalloped shell with sprawling barbed rinceaux that flows between a pair of volute scrolls on the edge of the wall. The shell has a small, incised circle where a spout or tap can be placed, depending on the desired use. Beneath the vertical wall is an 8 ½” thick sinuous bowl embellished with thick quarter round molding. The front façade has a stylized coat of arms consisting of a shaped shield emblazoned with a fleur de lys. Inside the basin, the back wall has been carved with a pair of volute C-scrolls surrounding bundled leaves. At the base of the leaves is a small drainage hole. Three volutes highlight the luxurious column that sits on a rectangular plinth with two canted corners. All three volutes are in the traditional S-shape, with two of them flanking the larger channeled scroll. A small fleur de lys graces the front of the plinth, which has gently sloped top edges. There is a thin grooved molding near the base. A natural conversation piece for any courtyard or garden setting, the Renaissance style Italian wall fountain can be used indoors or outside. It could also be used as a large sink...

Comprised of three pieces of hand-carved Italian marble, this wall fountain features a neoclassical depiction of the Roman god Bacchus (his Greek name was Dionysus). As Bacchus was t...

Made from tin-glazed pottery, known as faience, this antique French interior wall fountain is from circa 1880. All three sections that comprise the fountain have been hand painted in cobalt blue and white, reminiscent of Delftware that was popular in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries. The top section is in the form of a French-style dolphin, with a raised tail and a mouth that features a small excavation for a waterspout. Beneath the dolphin’s head is a scalloped shell basin with volute valves that rests upon a foliate column embellished with C-scrolls and subtle fluting. A perfect wall fountain for a covered entryway or foyer, our unique blue and white dolphin wall fountain...

Hand-carved in Provence, France, this large center village fountain is comprised of 14 pieces of Estaillade limestone. Each stone has a cream finish with white and gray accents, expe...

This impressive garden planter was hand-carved from two pieces of solid Italian limestone. The basin features thick quarter round edges with a layer of concave cavetto molding in bet...

Consisting of 14 pieces of hand-carved limestone, this small wall fountain was produced in Lecce, in Southern Italy. The top entablature features a thick ogee molding beneath the cor...

This timeless beautiful Italian classical sink is cut from one single block of white Limestone, the design sprung from Greek and Roman times, it carries superb artistic merit easily ...

Reclaimed French limestone double basin sink, fountain or planter. Patina and wear enhance the character of this beautiful antique limestone sink.

Entirely hand carved in a solid block of precious white Carrara marble, this antique Italian late 17th century-early 18th century fountain or basin is sculpted with elegant floral and foliate patterns typical of Baroque period of Genoese area. This generously sized half moon basin features a wonderful hand sculpted floral carvings on front, drawing the eye around its satisfyingly smooth arc and its charismatic form, while the back is raw, the ancient hand chisels can still be seen. Even the original iron pins which probably supported a back splash are still visible. It takes a high level of skill to carve such a hard marble into a wonderful demi lune shape such as this. Different shades of white due to varied patina from age allows it to go with practically any color scheme. This antique marble sculptural and architectural piece was originally a garden element, it is now perfect for both indoor or outdoor use. Elevate your interior or your garden to a new level of elegance with this one of a kind piece suitable for both public spaces and private homes. Whether placed in the master bathroom or in a powder room as a wash sink...

Hand carved stone container fountain basin planter Farm Sink Trough Antique LA. 18th century water fountain basin lavoir of hand carved stone....

Hand Carved Stone Container Fountain Trough Basin Planter Antique Farm Sink LA . 18th Century water fountain Basin Jardinière Of Hand Carved Stone container . Color and patina keeps ...

Hand carved stone container fountain trough basin planter antique farm sink LA. Late 17th early 18th century small water fountain basin of hand carve...