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

$2,900.00

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

$2,900.00

Description

This stone piece was once the basin for a corner fountain or used as corner sink on a property in the rugged hills of Provence, France. It features a thick quarter-round rim surmounting thick gadrooning.  With a unique wedge shape, and a drainage hole in the bottom, this piece would make for a wonderful powder room sink or outdoor fountain element.  It was carved from the local limestone near Apt, and retains it’s natural patina of aged cream, and ochre.

Approximate weight: 240 lbs.

CONDITION: Good antique condition with minor losses and wear as seen in photos. Sides/backed are roughed as it was pulled from an existing structure.

INFORMATION
Country Of Origin

France

Age

1700's

Dimensions

H - 11, W - 30 3/4, D - 26 1/4

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Description

This stone piece was once the basin for a corner fountain or used as corner sink on a property in the rugged hills of Provence, France. It features a thick quarter-round rim surmounting thick gadrooning.  With a unique wedge shape, and a drainage hole in the bottom, this piece would make for a wonderful powder room sink or outdoor fountain element.  It was carved from the local limestone near Apt, and retains it’s natural patina of aged cream, and ochre.

Approximate weight: 240 lbs.

CONDITION: Good antique condition with minor losses and wear as seen in photos. Sides/backed are roughed as it was pulled from an existing structure.

INFORMATION
Country Of Origin

France

Age

1700's

Dimensions

H - 11, W - 30 3/4, D - 26 1/4

REQUEST MORE INFORMATION