Late 20th Century Iron Verdigris Sundial on Neoclassical Carved Wooden Columnar Pedestal Stand

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A classic vintage iron verdigris garden sundial inspired by traditional English estate landscapes, reading "Grow old along with me. The … Read more A classic vintage iron verdigris garden sundial inspired by traditional English estate landscapes, reading "Grow old along with me. The best is yet to be," resting atop a sculptural carved wood pedestal inspired by the architectural vocabulary of the ancient world. The stand's form references a classical column, with a fluted shaft rising from a stepped circular base and supporting a distinctive Ionic-inspired top with scrolling volutes.

The warm, naturally aged finish lends the piece an authentic decorative presence, recalling architectural fragments and Grand Tour objects collected over generations. Equally suited to traditional and contemporary spaces, it functions beautifully in a sunroom, on a covered veranda, or on a front porch.

Its compact scale makes it particularly versatile, whether in a sunroom or conservatory as a sculptural object.

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Dimensions: Overall: 13"W x 13"D x 21.5"H; Pedestal only: 13"W x 13"D x 15.75"H; Sundial only: 11ʺW × 11ʺD × 5.75ʺH
Materials: Carved wood, iron
Style: Neoclassical, Greek Revival, Roman Classical
Period: Late 20th Century
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related wear, including surface wear, natural cracking, and patina consistent with use. Presents beautifully and retains strong decorative appeal. See less