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This is a magnificent cast iron planterwith the head of Betsy Ross on each arm. Both the shape of the … Read more This is a magnificent cast iron planterwith the head of Betsy Ross on each arm. Both the shape of the arms and the rim pattern are unique. The arms are multifaceted and begin with her regal face at the top. They then morph into a series of leaves until the bottom. The rim is 3' wide and unique as well. It consists of an alternarting pattern of a leaf and a second leaf with a scroll. The planter itself (without the base) is an impressive 25" tall to the handle tops and 36" wide at the arms. The planter without the arms included is 26 1/2" wide and 22 " tall.. The bowl portion of the planter is 22" wide and 9" deep. The plinth that the planter stands on is about 15" square at the base and is 11" tall. This sale is for both the planter and the plinth. See less
- Dimensions
- 36ʺW × 27ʺD × 36ʺH
- Styles
- American
- Art Nouveau
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Cast Iron
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Design Modified, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- There appears to have been an adornment on both the front and the back at one time as there is … moreThere appears to have been an adornment on both the front and the back at one time as there is a bolt on the lower portion of the planter with an outline if you look closely. The planter looks to have many coats of old paint. The plinth looks to have had a more recent coat. There as aging and rust as expected. less
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