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THE BRIAR PATCH
THE GARDEN AT WILDER™
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ANTIQUES, CURIOSITIES & LIVING THINGS FOR THE GARDEN:
Antique stone, weathered garden objects, old vessels, fountains, architectural fragments, uncommon plants and other beautiful things discovered for the garden — each chosen for its age, patina, craftsmanship or ability to become more beautiful with time.
Some pieces are found on buying trips along the California coast.
Others are planted, propagated or composed here in the Wilder garden. Nothing is sourced simply to fill a shelf, and many pieces are one of one.
A COLLECTION GATHERED SLOWLY — FROM ANTIQUE GARDEN OBJECTS & POTTED ARRANGEMENTS, TO TERRARIUMS & THE iconic GARDEN ROSES THAT WE USE IN OUR ARRANGEMENTS.
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FOUND
Antiques & Garden Objects
One-of-one pieces with history, patina and a sense of place.
GROWN
PLANTS & LIVING COLLECTIONS
Garden plants, roses, and living arrangements from the Wilder garden.
GATHERED
OBJECTS FOR LIVING WITH FLOWERS
Vintage vessels, cloches, tools
and other treasures.
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Antique Limestone Trough Fountain
One of One · Genuine Antique Limestone
$1,295
A remarkable hand-carved limestone trough fountain. Weathered by time, with a soft patina and incredible presence in the garden.
Approx. 21.5” L × 20” W × 12” H
FOUND Collection
One-of-a-kind found pieces with history and patina to bring a bit of Wilder™ to your garden.
These pieces are for local pickup by appointment from the Wilder Estate in Nipomo, California.
Grown Collection
Our show-stopping orchid displays provide long-lasting beauty for your kitchen island countertop, entryway, lobby or front desk.
Terrariums – live miniature forest gardens encapsulated in cloches make the perfect gift for nature-lovers.
GATHERED collection
Browse our collection of cast stone planters, unique garden cloches + designer vases to create your own gardens + displays
From the
Wilder Garden
Some things in The Briar Patch are found. Others grow here. From time to time, established plants propagated or planted in the Wilder garden become available, along with unique sourced garden finds, and glimpses into the garden itself.
A garden is a collection of treasures
A beautifully weathered antique limestone trough, professionally converted into a fully functioning recirculating garden fountain.
Hand-hewn from a substantial piece of limestone, its natural, worn-in patina, softened edges and irregular surface bear the marks of age and use, lending the piece the unmistakable character of old stone. There is a quiet story of enduring craftsmanship in its simple form—timeless, beautifully imperfect, and made all the more compelling by the passage of time.
Two welded copper water spouts rise simply from the basin, introducing gentle movement and sound while allowing the stone itself to remain the focus. Substantial in both weight and presence, it feels equally at home nestled into established planting, set along a garden path, beneath an espalier or garden wall, or anchoring a courtyard or entry garden.
The antique trough has already been fully prepared for fountain use. The basin is properly sealed with a clear protective sealant to preserve the appearance of the limestone, the original drain opening securely plugged, and a quiet, adjustable pump fitted to create a self-contained recirculating water system. No plumbing or dedicated water line is required—simply fill the trough, plug in the pump, adjust the water flow to your preference, and enjoy.
As with all genuine antique stone, variations in tone and texture, mineral markings, softened edges, tool marks and irregularities are intrinsic to the history and beauty of the piece. Each is entirely one of a kind.
DETAILS
Genuine antique limestone · Indonesia
Approx. 21.5” L × 20” W × 12” H
Hand-hewn stone with naturally aged patina
Professionally converted for fountain use
Two welded copper water spouts
Quiet, adjustable recirculating pump included
Clear-sealed interior
Original drain securely plugged
Self-contained · no dedicated water line required
LOCAL COLLECTION
This one-of-a-kind piece is available for local collection by appointment from the Wilder Estate in Nipomo, California. Due to the substantial weight and nature of antique limestone, shipping is not available.