French Antique Stone Sink

A French antique sink of generous size, a rectangular basin cut from a single block of stone in warm cream and sand tones. The surface is weathered and the edges have softened with age; the color varies from end to end and from rim to bowl, with the patina that old French stone picks up outdoors and in use. There is nothing added to it: a plain, deep basin and a thick rim.

It measures 41 1/4 inches wide, 21 3/4 inches deep and 7 inches high. We brought it back from France and left the surface as it came. The depth is useful: 7 inches overall gives a real bowl rather than a tray, deep enough for pots or a bucket.

At this size it is a kitchen sink first, in a farmhouse kitchen or a scullery, set on a timber or masonry base with a wall spout above. It would also serve a laundry, a flower room or a covered outdoor kitchen, where the stone can take the weather. Lime plaster, natural wood and aged brass keep it company. This antique stone sink has sold. We usually have similar basins in the yard or on the water, so ask and we will send what is current, with photographs of each antique sink.