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Stone Sink
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Stone Sink

18th century
Description

A very solid 18th century stone sink.

Width 75cm. Depth 46cm. Height 15cm

Delivery service available please ask for a quotation.

Our ref. 2067

Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Antiques Online Ltd has dated this Antique Stone Trough Sink to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1160698
Dealers Internal Reference
2067
Dealers Notes

Delivery service available please ask for a quotation.

Description
A very solid 18th century stone sink.

Width 75cm. Depth 46cm. Height 15cm

Delivery service available please ask for a quotation.

Our ref. 2067

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
75cm (29.53")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Antiques Online Ltd has dated this Antique Stone Trough Sink to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1160698
Dealers Internal Ref
2067
Antiques Online Ltd
Antiques Online Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016
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A rectangular, hand-carved antique stone sink displaying a textured exterior, weathered patina, and a corner drainage hole.
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Archive I A rectangular, hand-carved antique stone sink displaying a textured exterior, weathered patina, and a corner drainage hole.

Stone Sink

Archive II A rectangular, hand-carved antique stone sink displaying a textured exterior, weathered patina, and a corner drainage hole. View II
Archive III A rectangular, hand-carved antique stone sink displaying a textured exterior, weathered patina, and a corner drainage hole. View III
Archive IV A rectangular, hand-carved antique stone sink displaying a textured exterior, weathered patina, and a corner drainage hole. View IV
Archive V A rectangular, hand-carved antique stone sink displaying a textured exterior, weathered patina, and a corner drainage hole. View V
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A rectangular, hand-carved antique stone sink displaying a textured exterior, weathered patina, and a corner drainage hole.
Stone sink
Ref: SA1160698
A rectangular, hand-carved antique stone sink displaying a textured exterior, weathered patina, and a corner drainage hole.
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  • ObjectSinks & Troughs
  • Period18th century
  • StyleRustic Country
  • MaterialSandstone, Limestone, Stone
  • ColourBuff Grey
  • MotifsHand-chiselled exterior, Carved drainage outlet, Shallow rectangular form, Weathered surface patina
  • SizeH 15 cm (6 in) x W 75 cm (30 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

This 18th century sink displays a shallow rectangular form with a hand-chiselled exterior, a weathered surface patina, and a carved drainage outlet in one corner. Crafted from solid sandstone in a buff grey shade, the piece exhibits organic ageing, surface flakes, and irregular green patches across the floor of the basin. The item measures 15 cm high, 75 cm wide, and 46 cm deep. Appropriate for rustic country and farmhouse settings, the sink suits utility spaces, boot rooms, or garden terraces as a feature planting trough or traditional washing basin. The substantial block integrates well into period properties, country cottages, and architectural schemes valuing authentic historic materials.

FAQs

Historically, stone sinks and troughs were carved by hand from single blocks of native stone for domestic sculleries, dairies, and farmyards. Designed to withstand heavy everyday use, these robust utilitarian vessels served for washing produce, milk churns, and laundry prior to the widespread adoption of ceramic and metal sanitaryware.

These items were typically hand-chiselled from durable local sedimentary rocks such as sandstone, gritstone, or limestone. Masons carved out the interior cavity from a solid stone block, leaving thick retaining walls and shaping a simple drainage hole in one corner or side.

Authentic antique stone sinks feature distinct tool marks, such as hand-chiselled pick marks or rough-hewn exterior textures, along with uneven wear and mineral patination inside the basin. Reproduction pieces often exhibit machine-cut precision, uniform synthetic finishes, or concrete aggregate construction rather than carved natural stone.

In garden settings, stone troughs are frequently repurposed as alpine plant containers, herbs beds, or shallow water features. For interior schemes, they can be plumbed in with wall-mounted brassware to serve as a dramatic focal point in a rustic cloakroom, utility room, or country kitchen.

Clean the stone using plain water and a soft bristle brush, avoiding acidic chemicals or harsh pressure washers that can strip the historic patina. If used outdoors in frost-prone climates, ensure proper drainage to prevent water accumulation, which can freeze and cause structural cracking.
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