Copper Planter Box Basin- Antique French Country

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Bring a touch of old-world European romance to your garden layout, covered patio, or open sunroom with this exceptional antique … Read more Bring a touch of old-world European romance to your garden layout, covered patio, or open sunroom with this exceptional antique copper basin planter. Dating back to the turn of the 20th century, this heavy-gauge piece features a classic oblong silhouette with a beautifully uneven, hand-hammered texture that has aged gracefully over the last century. The piece is flanked by two robust, securely riveted cast brass handles that exhibit a charming, authentic slight asymmetry in their historic left-to-right alignment, adding incredible rustic folk-art character.
A Chameleon Patina:
The true magic of this piece is its highly reactive, "chameleon-like" metal composition. When styled outside in the bright natural sunlight, it flashes fiery coppery tones and warm metallic depths. Moved indoors or into the shade, it settles into a rich, deep chestnut-brown tone accented by a spectacular, natural verdigris blue-green oxidation elegantly framing the seams and cast brass hardware. Having been cherished as a personal garden favorite for over 10 years, the base features small, naturally weathered age cracks that provide perfect, organic drainage for direct outdoor potting or showcasing trailing summer herb arrangements. See less