Limestone Trough - Oblong Photo-Shoot-26-01-09 Its subtly carved wooden details

Its subtly carved wooden details and classic form speak to a heritage of European craftsmanship

Its venerable form suggests a heritage of daily use and honest craftsmanship

or even an architectural element for artistic arrangement

dark wood hints at a storied past

with its gently rounded form

Limestone Trough - Oblong Photo-Shoot-26-01-09 Its subtly carved wooden detailsObject is exactly as shown. These substantial limestone troughs, hand carved with robust forms, were historically used as water vessels. Their enduring presence speaks to an old world utility and quiet strength. Today, this collected piece serves as a distinctive planting vessel, or a handsome fountain basin. Its weathered appeal and solid construction lend a sense of heritage to any garden or interior space, inviting a connection to traditional