Pair of French Cast Iron Urns witih Ram Decoration
France, CA 1880
H: 19.5 in D: 14 in Foot: 6 3/8 in sq.
Inside Opening 11.5 in
Interior Depth: 11”
Ref: AK 1011
NB: One urn has significant cracking, but can be repaired
Pr. Cast Iron Gargoyle Urns
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Rare Pair of French Handled Cast Iron Urns
France, CA 1880
H: 13.25 in D: 17 in Foot: 7.75 in
Inside Opening Diameter: 9.25 in
Interior Depth: 8.75 in
Ref: CUR 1097
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Small Pair of French 19th Century Cast Iron Campana Urns
France, CA 1890
H: 10.25 in Diameter: 8.25 in Base: 4 in sq
Interior Depth: 6.25 in
Ref: CUR 1008 & CUR 1003
Pair of Diminutive French 19th C Cast Iron Campana Urns
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Stunning 19th C French Cast Iron Jardinière
This is a fabulous 19th Century jardinière in its original silver paint, but sadly, is lacking part of one foot (an inelegant solution is a piece of cork, but we think a new foot could be fashioned from Bondo). It perfectly embodies the illustrious Beaux Arts period with its rococo panels, corners, feet, and finials and it is the perfect size for a tabletop arrangement. If you look closely you can see that the jardinière was assembled with screws, so we guarantee its authenticity. Fill it with white orchids and moss or, for a colorful Spring display, try daffodils, narcissus, grape hyacinths, and tulips. Magnifique!
France, CA 1880
H: 12.25 in W: 20.38 in D: 12.25 in
Interior Depth: 8 in
Ref: COJ 1007
Stunning 19th C French Cast Iron Jardinière
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Rare Pair of Small French 19th C Cast Iron Urns with Lion Heads and Ruffled Rims
This style of urn is hardly ever found and they are just wonderful! With their heavily-ruffled rims, semi-lobed bodies, and lion-head ring handles, they are perfect for a stunning flower-filled tabletop display inside or out. Dating to the 1880s but unsigned, they are most definitely French and feature their original silver paint with minor surface rusting. Sturdy in all weather, these can remain outside year-round, but we do recommend emptying them of dirt and covering the openings in cold climates. Weight is approximately 15 lbs. each. Please note that one lion-head has lost its jaw and so the ring is wired to the head instead of hanging freely.
France, CA 1880
H: 7.25 in Diameter: 11.25 in Foot: 4.25 in sq.
Ref: CUR 1009, CUR 1010
Rare Pair of Small French 19th C Cast Iron Urns with Lion Heads and Ruffled Rims
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Fabulous Pair of French 19th Century Bronze and Marble Garniture Urns
This pair of diminutive garniture urns is just sensational. The intricate and deeply-cast bronze urns are shaped identically to the famous Warwick urn and feature fruit, flowers and elaborate swags in exquisite detail. Mounted on deeply-reeded and flared octagonal pedestals of black marble, and with a twisted rope accent in bronze to the base, they would make a superlative addition to your formal mantlepiece. We, however love garniture urns for a little-known benefit. They are the perfect size for standard pillar candles and completely heat-proof as well, so never any worries about spill damage.
France, CA 1860
H: 8.63 in D: 4.5 in W: 6.25 in Foot: 4.5 in
Ref: CUR 1015
Fabulous Pair of French 19th C Bronze and Marble Garniture Urns
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Rare Pair of 19th C French Cast Iron Handled Urns by Faure a Revin
Urns by the obscure 19th C French Alps Foundry “Faure a Revin” are quite rare, as the foundry was most famous for producing stoves. This fabulous pair of semi-lobed urns with impressive scrolled handles in a dark brown patina are in perfect condition. Dating to the 1880s and stamped "Faure a Revin" on top of the feet, they would make a stunning addition to your dining table and are hefty enough to handle large floral arrangements. Alternatively, place them on pedestals flanking a door or on a garden wall to mark the entrance. Sturdy in all weather, these can remain outside year-round, but we do recommend emptying them of dirt and covering the openings in cold climates. Weight is approximately 40 lbs. each.
France, CA 1880
H: 16.50 in D: 17.50 in Foot D: 8 in
Ref: CUR 1094
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Rare Pair of French Cast Iron "Loterie Nationale" Urns, Dated 1878
We have never come across this model of urn before and they are simply wonderful! Featuring winged griffin handles riveted to the squat bodies of the urns, the bowls have central medallions of “Marianne,” the iconic emblem of France and elegant foliate decoration. In excellent antique condition, they have a rusty patina with remnants of grey paint but can be sandblasted and repainted to your custom specification for a modest upcharge. Perfect on your dining table or oversized mantle, these urns can be dressed up or down for the occasion and make a superb statement. Weight is approximately 30 lbs. each.
France, dated 1878
H: 15.75 in D: 17.25 in Foot: 6 in sq.
Ref: CUR 1096
Rare Pair of French Cast Iron “ Loterie Nationale" Urns, Dated 1878
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Pair French 19th C Cast Iron Lobed Urns Signed Alfred Corneau
Urns by the famed French Alfred Corneau foundry are iconic but are getting harder and harder to find. This is a fabulous pair of semi-lobed urns with crusty painted patina and in perfect condition. Dating to the 1880s and signed with plaques on the feet, they would make a stunning addition to your dining table and are hefty enough to handle large floral arrangements. Alternatively, place them on pedestals flanking a door or on a garden wall to mark the entrance. Sturdy in all weather, these can remain outside year-round, but we do recommend emptying them of dirt and covering the openings in cold climates.
France, CA 1880
H: 15.75 in D: 18 in Foot: 9.50 in diameter
Ref: CUR 1098
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Large 19th C English Cast Iron Urn by Handyside Foundry
Urns by the famous English maker, Andrew Handyside of Derby, are extremely desirable and this particular model is rare. 30 inches high, it features a beaded rim, the body with a frieze of intertwined putti and dolphin motif, flanking dolphin-motif handles, quarter-lobed gadrooning, terminating on a tiered and fluted foot. In excellent structural condition, with no cracks or repairs, and featuring remnants of its original paint, it would benefit from sandblasting and re-painting to preserve it for decades to come. Site this in the center of a romantic garden, perhaps atop a stone or cast iron plinth for additional height and pot up with a simple boxwood topiary. Approximate weight is 180 lbs.
England, CA 1860
H: 30.50 in D: 22.62 Foot: 12 in sq.
Ref: AK 1003
Large English 19th C Cast Iron Handyside Urn
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Pair of Tall Cast Iron Medici Urns on Pedestals with French Republic Medallions
We found these urns and pedestals in different parts of France, and have made, what we think is, a successful marriage of them. The urns, which are made of cast iron, with everted lobed rims and quarter-lobed bodies, are in excellent antique condition and retain some of their original blueish green paint, although they have a fair bit of surface rust. The pedestals, which were originally République Française (French Republic) lantern pedestals, are aso cast iron and feature an elaborate scrolled “RF” on the front side. Please note that one of the “RF” signatures has a part missing. Also in their original blueish-green paint, they have moderate surface rusting that works very well with the urns.
Urns: France, CA 1930-1950
Pedestals: France, CA 1880
Urns: H: 30 in Diameter: 22 in Foot: 10” sq
Pedestals: H: 37.41 in D: 14.96 in W: 14.95 in. Removable square on top = 8.66 in square
Ref: CUR 1085 & SPE 1028
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Large French Cast Iron Urn with Griffin Handles, Signed Alfred Corneau
We are great fans of Alfred Corneau urns and this is a stunner! In luscious faded blue/green paint and with prominent griffin handles, a demi-lobed body and decorated rim and foot, it is in perfect antique condition. Large enough to be the perfect focal point in a small garden if placed on a tallish pedestal, this piece embodies French elegance.
France, CA 1870
H: 21 in Diameter: 23.50 Foot: 11 in diameter
Ref: CUR 1095
Large French Cast Iron Urn with Griffin Handles, Signed Alfred Corneau
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Pair of Oval French Hand-Carved Burgundy Stone Jardinieres, CA 1800
These stunning oval jardinieres on rounded feet were hand-carved from single pieces of Pierre de Bourgogne (Burgundy Stone) around 1800. In fine condition, there is one old chip to the rim of one jardiniere and a nibble to one foot shown in photos. Extremely hardy in all climates and each weighing around 200 lbs., these can stay outside in all climates year-round, but we recommend installing them on stone or concrete footings to prevent sinking. Perfect flanking a doorway and potted up with agapanthus and moss, they will give you years of pleasure!
France, CA 1800
H: 16.75 in D: 17 in W: 22.5 in
Ref: CUR 1086
Pair of Oval French Hand-Carved Burgundy Stone Jardinieres, CA 1800
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Pair of Small French Cast Iron Green and White Medici Urns
These classical 19th century Medici urns have killer form and surface and are in perfect condition. They would be fabulous potted up with bulbs or lavender and placed on your dining table for year-round enjoyment. There is a unique decorative swirl cast into the iron on the bases and the paint is all original. In wonderful condition, they have no chips, cracks, or repairs.
France, CA 1850
H: 16.14 in D: 11.02 in W: 13.78 in
Ref: CUR 1084
Pair of Small French Cast Iron Green and White Medici Urns
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Pair of French 19th Century Cast Iron Medici Urns
The size, age, and classical form of these 19th century French cast iron Medici urns is what makes them special. Although they have recently been washed with a sweep of white paint, their true age shows through on the interior and they are in perfect antique condition. With deep planting wells measuring 15 inches high x 7.25 inches diameter, these urns can handle a profuse array of blooms or small topiary and would be stunning raised up on pedestals flanking a doorway or atop a large table. If you’re not keen on the surface, they can be over-painted to your custom color specifications for a modest up-charge. Priced and sold as a pair.
France, CA 1870
H: 22.25 in Diameter: 16 in Foot: 8 5/8 in square
Ref: CUR 1078
Pair of French 19th Century Cast Iron Medici Urns
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Pair of 19th C Fireclay Urns from Michael Douglas’ Former Estate, Signed J&M Craig
Stamped J&M Craig, Perceton, Kilmarnock on the base of one, this rare pair of fireclay urns dates to the late 19th century and was made in Scotland. Featuring elaborate acanthus-leaf decorated bowls and socles, and serpentine reeded bases, they are in in excellent overall condition for their age, with a few minor chips to the rims of the bowls. Acquired from the former Beverly Hills Estate of Michael and Diandra Douglas, they would make a stunning focal point at the entrance to a formal garden. Fireclay is the hardest of all terracotta, as it was fired at extremely high temperatures and is durable in cold climates, although the bowls should be emptied and covered at the end of each season. Magnificent alone, or raised up high on our tall pair of English carved Yorkstone pedestals Stock # SPE 1021 (see photo #10), these urns would be stunning potted up with a profuse planting of annuals or simple boxwood balls. Established circa 1828, J&M Craig produced some of the most beautiful fireclay urns of the 19th century, although few are to be found today, especially in this condition. Interior dimensions of planting bowl: 23 inches diameter x 11 inches high. The feet measure 14 7/8 inches square. Please note that the urns are sold separately from the pedestals, but for reference, together, the urns and pedestals measure 60.5 inches high x 18 inches square.
Scotland, CA 1880.
H: 30.5 in Diameter: 31 in
Ref: CUR 1073
Pair of 19th C Fireclay Urns from Michael Douglas’ Former Estate, Signed J&M Craig
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French 19th C Cast Iron Campana Urn with Faux Flowers
This classic cast iron campana urn in original aluminum paint with fabulous faux flowers by Sari Weatherwax has a classical feel and would look lovely on a hall table or in a powder room. Filled with white tulips and a profusion of lemon leaves with dried moss at the base of the arrangements, it has one small chip to rim of urn, undetectable with the floral arrangement.
France, CA 1890
Urn: H: 11 in Diameter: 8.25 in Base: 4.5 in
With flowers: H: 26.5 in Diameter: 20.5 in
Ref: CUR 1007
French 19th C Cast Iron Campana Urn with Faux Flowers
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Oval French Cast Iron Beaux Arts Urn with Faux Flowers
This classic cast iron oval urn in original aluminum-colored paint has just the right amount of surface rusting to enhance its antique feel. With faux flowers by Sari Weatherwax and dried white hydrangeas, it has a classical feel and would look lovely on a hall table or in a powder room. Filled with delicate white flowers and a profusion of lemon leaves with dried moss at the base of the arrangement, it works well with any traditional or antique decor. Please note that the feet have all been honed to points, but we have placed tiny felt pads on them, so as not to damage your table when moved.
France, CA 1890
Urn: H: 5.75 in W: 15 in D: 6.25 in
With Flowers: H: 23 in W: 27.75 in
Ref: CUR 1045
Oval French Cast Iron Beaux Arts Urn with Faux Flowers
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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
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Pair of Tall English Cast Stone Urns on Exceptional Carved Pedestals
The gorgeous weathered surface of these large classic campana-form urns belies their true age, but only you will be the wiser. Beautiful lichen and mossy bits cover the surface and they have very deep planting wells, so can handle even the most profuse planting. Perfect flanking your doorway or garden entrance. Wonderful condition, with only a tiny chip to one rim.
We have paired these urns with a magnificent pair of mid-19th century English Renaissance Revival gritstone pedestals that are elaborately carved and feature fleur-de-lys and scrolls throughout. One pedestal features a large central medallion of a horseshoe and the other, a large central medallion of a castle. Both pedestals have large central medallions of sun faces on the opposite sides of the horseshoe and castle medallions. The pedestals are in superb condition, with only a few minor chips, but the bases on both are not original and date to the early 20th Century.
Urns: England, CA 1940.
Pedestals: England, CA 1850 and 1910.
The urns measure 26.8" hi x 20.5" diameter x 10" square foot
The pedestals measure 39" hi x 17" diameter
Overall dimensions: 65.8" hi x 20.5" diameter
H: 65.8 in D: 20.5 in
Ref: CUR 1068 & SPE 1006
Pair of Tall English Cast Stone Urns on Exceptional Carved Pedestals
