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18th Century Sandstone Staddle Stone
For sale by Browns Antiques and Reclamation
for sale €521     $565
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18th Century Sandstone Staddle Stone

18th century
Description

Some loss to top (see photo)

Approx Dimensions

Height = 80 cm

Overall Height inc. metal support on the top 83 cm

Diameter = 47 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

Browns Antiques and Reclamation has dated this Antique Sandstone Staddle Stone to the 18th Century.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1181087
Dealers Internal Reference
GT-238
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If you require any further information about this item or you require a delivery quote please contact Stephen anytime on

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Description
Some loss to top (see photo)

Approx Dimensions

Height = 80 cm

Overall Height inc. metal support on the top 83 cm

Diameter = 47 cm

Height
83cm (32.68")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

Browns Antiques and Reclamation has dated this Antique Sandstone Staddle Stone to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1181087
Dealers Internal Ref
GT-238
Browns Antiques and Reclamation
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2018

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An eighteenth-century hand-carved sandstone staddle stone featuring a moss-covered domed top resting on a tapered conical base.
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Archive I An eighteenth-century hand-carved sandstone staddle stone featuring a moss-covered domed top resting on a tapered conical base.

18th Century Sandstone Staddle Stone

Archive II An eighteenth-century hand-carved sandstone staddle stone featuring a moss-covered domed top resting on a tapered conical base. View II
Archive III An eighteenth-century hand-carved sandstone staddle stone featuring a moss-covered domed top resting on a tapered conical base. View III
Archive IV An eighteenth-century hand-carved sandstone staddle stone featuring a moss-covered domed top resting on a tapered conical base. View IV
Archive V An eighteenth-century hand-carved sandstone staddle stone featuring a moss-covered domed top resting on a tapered conical base. View V
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Browns Antiques and Reclamation
Telephone 07970 669382
Location
Aller Cross Garage
Barnstaple Road
South Molton
Devon
EX36 3RD
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/brownsantiques
Verified Since Mar 2018
Items For Sale 172
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Browns Antiques and Reclamation
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Location: Aller Cross Garage, Barnstaple Road, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3RD, United Kingdom
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An eighteenth-century hand-carved sandstone staddle stone featuring a moss-covered domed top resting on a tapered conical base.
18th Century Sandstone Staddle Stone
Ref: SA1181087
An eighteenth-century hand-carved sandstone staddle stone featuring a moss-covered domed top resting on a tapered conical base.
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  • ObjectGarden Ornaments
  • Period18th century
  • Style18th Century Vernacular
  • MaterialSandstone, Moss
  • ColourGrey and Green
  • MotifsDomed cap stone, Tapered conical base, Hand-carved sandstone, Mushroom profile
  • SizeH 83 cm (33 in) x W 47 cm (19 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

This eighteenth-century staddle stone is an authentic garden ornament from the vernacular tradition. The piece consists of a hand-carved sandstone construction featuring a mushroom profile with a domed cap stone resting on a tapered conical base, displaying a natural grey and green colour palette. Visible details include a thick layer of green moss covering the domed top, some loss to the stone surface on the upper cap, and an upright metal support protruding from the centre of the cap. Practical dimensions are 83 cm high, 47 cm wide, and 47 cm deep. Garden ornaments of this rustic farmhouse style suit outdoor settings today, positioned directly on gravel paths, patios, or lawns as architectural focal points. The organic textures and weathered sandstone blend naturally into traditional gardens, courtyards, or landscaped borders, functioning as heritage garden features or display plinths.

FAQs

Sandstone requires minimal maintenance to preserve its natural patina and organic lichen growth. Avoid pressure washing or harsh chemical cleaners, brushing gently with soft bristles and plain water only if removal of loose debris is necessary.

Staddle stones are commonly positioned as focal points within herbaceous borders, alongside gravel pathways, or flanking entryway doors. Their architectural silhouette provides structure and historical texture within modern landscaping schemes.

Authentic examples show signs of natural weathering, hand-chiselling marks, and subtle erosion from long-term outdoor exposure. Original two-piece construction and established organic growth such as moss or lichen further indicate age.

Staddle stones were typically hand-carved from locally sourced natural stones, such as sandstone, limestone, or granite. They consist of two separate components: a tapered base pillar and a rounded, dome-shaped cap stone.

Staddle stones were historically used in agricultural settings as supporting pillars for timber grain stores. The raised structure and overhanging cap stone prevented vermin from accessing stored grain and protected the timber frame from damp.
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