Tracey Young

March 11, 2023

SOLD

Tracey Young

March 11, 2023

Gigantic 18th C Hand-Carved Belgian Bluestone Pot au Feu (Flame) Finial

This incredible flame finial, along with three identical smaller ones (FBF 1073 and 1074), once graced a private castle just outside of Nemur, Belgium. Exceptional in all respects, it is deeply and crisply carved, with an intricate flame rising from a semi-lobed body on a rising, flared socle that terminates in a square foot. It has its own short pedestal, also hand-carved in bluestone. In wonderful antique condition, it does have numerous age-related surface crazing cracks that are not worrisome as bluestone is very hard and can winter outside uncovered in all climates if installed on a stone footing. Place this regal piece at the center of your herb or rose garden or in the center of a parterre, surrounded by low boxwood for a stunning effect. Approximate weight is 300-350 lbs.

Belgium, CA 1780

Finial: H: 46 in Diam: 21.5 in Foot: 15 in

Base: H: 6 in W: 16.13 in D: 16.38 in

Ref: FBF 1072

**Gigantic 18th C Hand-Carved Belgian Bluestone Pot au Feu (Flame) Finial**

Tracey Young

March 10, 2023

SOLD

Tracey Young

March 10, 2023

Three Enormous 18th C Hand-Carved Belgian Bluestone Pot au Feu (Flame) Finials

These incredible flame finials once graced a private castle just outside of Nemur, Belgium and they are exceptional in all respects. Deeply and crisply carved, each features an intricate flame rising from a semi-lobed body on a rising, flared socle that terminates in a square foot. Each has its own short pedestal, also hand-carved in bluestone. All are in wonderful antique condition and are resplendent with a heavily-lichened patina. All have age-related surface crazing cracks that are not meaningful to their lifetime, as bluestone is very hard and can winter outside uncovered in all climates if installed on a stone footing. The finial in the front center position has had a recent repair just below the flame, done by a master artisan, and shown in the photos. Prior to the repair, the finial had a circumferential crack extending about 1/2 of the way around the finial but there was no movement, so it was not a full-thickness crack. Regardless, it is an excellent repair, color matched to the stone, and it is not evident unless you are looking for it. Place these regal finials flanking your front door, or to mark the entrance to your garden for a stunning effect. We are selling them as 1 single (the front center one) and 1 pair (the two to the rear in the photos), but have priced them individually, although you may buy all three. Approximate weight is 350 lbs. each.

Belgium, CA 1780

Finials: H: 40 in Diameter: 18 in Foot: 12.63 in sq.

Bases: 16 in square x 6 in high

Overall: H: 46 in Diameter: 18 in Foot: 16 in sq.

Ref: FBF 1073, FBF 1074

**Three Enormous 18th C Hand-Carved Belgian Bluestone Pot au Feu (Flame) Finials**

Laura Vacca

December 15, 2017

SOLD

Laura Vacca

December 15, 2017

18th Century French Wrought Iron Wolf Head Weathervane in Stone Base

Now this is a stunning piece one doesn't find every day! it features a swiveling 18th C hand-wrought iron wolf's head weathervane without directionals and a stem decorated with all hand-wrought iron flowers, mounted in a limestone base. Perfect as a decorative item outside or in, it would make a lovely and unusual focal point in a small herb or kitchen garden or centered in a clipped boxwood knot garden. If you will be using it outdoors in cold climates, please install the limestone base on a piece of stone or a concrete footing to prevent moisture wicking and subsequent cracking.

France, CA 1780.

Overall: H: 55.75 in W: 21 in D: 20 in

Weathervane Alone: H: 41.25 in W: 21 in

Base Alone: H: 14.5 in D: 8 in W: 7.5 in

Ref: DSW 1002

**18th Century French Wrought Iron Wolf Head Weathervane in Stone Base**

Laura Vacca

December 21, 2016

SOLD

Laura Vacca

December 21, 2016

Cast Stone Greek-Form Solid Urn on Terracotta Pedestal

We bought these two pieces separately and, after painting their unattractive red surfaces in a pale grey, they make a fabulous statement together. The English cast stone Greek-style urn breaks down into 4 pieces for easy shipment and the fluted American terracotta base is very sturdy and weather-resistant. Perfect at the center of a classical garden with a circle of clipped boxwood at the base, you can leave these pieces outside year-round uncovered in any climate. Just be sure to place the pedestal on a piece of stone, cement footing or gravel.

England, CA 1880 & 1920.

Urn Alone: H: 34.5 in Diameter: 18.5 in
Pedestal Alone: H: 25 in Diameter: 16.5 in Overall H: 59.5 in Diameter: 18.5 in

Ref: SO 1004 + SPE 1015

**Cast Stone Greek-Form Solid Urn on Terracotta Pedestal**

Laura Vacca

October 19, 2016

SOLD

Laura Vacca

October 19, 2016

Large French Cast Stone Toadstool in Original Paint

This toadstool is simply amazing! In all original untouched painted surface, it has a beautiful weathered patina and bits of moss. This one is large enough to sit on in the garden. In excellent condition, with some fading to the paint commensurate with age. It works wonderfully well with our other painted toadstool (SMU 1003) in the garden as a grouping.

France, 1920.

H: 30 in D: 18.5 in W: 34 in

Ref: SMU 1002