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A remarkable pair of antique French wrought iron garden urn planters, showcasing graceful hand-forged scrollwork and whimsical grapevine details that …
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A remarkable pair of antique French wrought iron garden urn planters, showcasing graceful hand-forged scrollwork and whimsical grapevine details that have earned every bit of their beautifully weathered patina.
I acquired this pair during a buying trip back to Kentucky from a retiring antique dealer who had imported them from France many years ago. Their age is evident in all the right ways, with layers of surface oxidation, remnants of the original green paint peeking through, and decades of honest wear that simply cannot be replicated.
The sculptural silhouettes are equally at home flanking an entryway, anchoring a garden, or creating a dramatic statement on a covered terrace. Fill them with overflowing Boston ferns, ivy, or seasonal blooms, and they instantly become the focal point.
These have not been restored because their rich, naturally aged finish is exactly what makes them so special. They embody the romantic character of old French garden décor and would be difficult to duplicate today.
A truly exceptional and increasingly hard-to-find pair.
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- Dimensions
- 27.75ʺW × 24ʺD × 44ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wrought Iron
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition with substantial age-related wear throughout, including surface rust, oxidation, weathering, and losses to the original green painted … moreGood antique condition with substantial age-related wear throughout, including surface rust, oxidation, weathering, and losses to the original green painted finish. Areas of corrosion and irregularities are consistent with decades of outdoor use and add to their authentic antique character. Structurally sound and ready for decorative use indoors or outdoors. less
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