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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

Pair of Cast Iron

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Early 20th C French Rectangular Wrought Iron Dining Table

We love French garden dining tables, and this one is a beauty. With curvilinear hand-forged iron legs in crusty old paint and a simple iron top, this table has a myriad of uses (wine-tasting, dining, writing, potting, or display indoors or out). From Lyon, the culinary capital of France, it would make a great addition to your terrace, garden, or wine cave to display your wine selections for that special meal or as a dining table for two. In very good antique condition, the top does have a slight bit of separation on the edges which affects neither form nor function (see photos). We would recommend sandblasting and repainting to your custom color specifications if it is to be used outdoors although it is perfectly sound in its current condition. Approximate weight is 85 lbs.

France, CA 1920

H: 29.13 in D: 27.50 in W: 47.25 in

Ref: FTRE 1021

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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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Two Authentic French Vintage "Tabouret H" Stools by Tolix

Designed by Jean Pauchard, son of Xavier Pauchard who founded Tolix in 1925, these are fine examples of “Tabouret H” stools, dating to the 1950s. A true innovator in French industrial design, Xavier Pauchard, the son of a zinc roofer, began producing household items in pressed steel that integrated a major innovation in France: the use of hot dip galvanizing to protect pieces from oxidation. Tolix designs have become iconic worldwide and are widely loved and imitated for their sleek industrial design and practicality. These stools feature their original yellow and green paint and are in lovely vintage condition. Perfect in the garden or inside where a splash of color is desired, they also make wonderful small side tables. Add them to our other Tolix pieces for cocktails paired with our three authentic Tolix Model C Armchairs (Stock # FCH 1053 A-C) and yellow Tolix Table 55 (Stock # FTRE 1023) listed for sale.

France, CA 1950s

H 17.75 in D: 15.25 in W: 15.25 in Seat: 11.75 in sq.

Ref: FST 1007 A, B

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English 18th C Hand-Carved Bust of Cernunnos

What a find! This large hand-carved sandstone bust of Cernunnos, the horned Celtic god of the forest, is a unique show-stopper. Carved on the bias and with very fine chisel marks, it may be older than 18th C but is hard to date. Featuring a lovely weathered surface, the sculpture brings the spirit of the forest to your garden or home. Perfect atop a wall at the entrance to your garden or on a pedestal, it is guaranteed to bring you decades of pleasure. Weight is ~350 lbs.

England, CA 1780 or earlier

H: 23 in W: 12 3/8 in D: 13 in

Ref: SHE 1009

English 18th C Sandstone Bust of Cerrunos

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Pair Tall French 19th C Wrought Iron Plant Stands

Pieces that add height to your terrace or garden are always in high demand and we found these lovely 19th C wrought iron plant stands near St. Émilion. Hand-wrought and in old slightly-chippy white over green paint with small areas of surface rusting, they are beautifully-constructed and properly balanced so that they will support large plants without tipping. Each stand has a long and newish bolt inside the top ring that we think allows you to anchor the bottom of the flowerpot to the stand. The overall scrolling form is airy without being too delicate. We love the worn paint as is, but it can always be refinished to a color you prefer. Wonderful inside or out, they will give you decades of pleasure and utility. No worries about leaving these outside year-round, but we would recommend covering them to preserve the paint. Weight is approximately 40 lbs. per stand.

France, CA 1860

H: 50.75 in Top Diameter: 16.25 in Base Diameter: 26.5 in Top Ring Diameter: 4 in

Ref: POT 1237

Pair Tall French Wrought Iron Plant Stands

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Set of Six Rare Authentic French "Model A" Tolix Chairs in Original Blue Paint

This wonderful set of six Tolix Model A metal dining chairs is in excellent condition and features its original lovely dark blue paint with a bit of surface rusting. Originally designed in 1934 by the founder of Tolix, Xavier Pauchard, this chair became a huge hit with bistros in France because of its design and durability (it was the first furniture dipped in molten zinc to withstand rusting). The original Model A chair was modified in 1956 to improve the chairs’ stacking feature, and the original back slat design was changed from a flat panel to one with an embossed design. These chairs with their flat back panel pre-date 1956 and are much more rare than those with an embossed back. Such is the iconic status of the Model A chair that examples are on display in New York’s Museum of Modern Art and Paris’s Pompidou Centre. Model A chairs make an exceptional design statement but are also a good and very comfortable practical choice as dining chairs for regular use. Perfect around a rustic wooden dining table, or outside in the garden, they will give you decades of pleasure and comfort. Please note that if they are going in the garden, we would recommend clear-coating to preserve the paint.

France, CA 1948

H: 33.5 in D: 19 in W: 17.5 in Seat Ht: 17.5 in

Ref: FCH 1049

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Authentic Vintage Tolix A56 Armchairs in Original Paint

Designed by Jean Pauchard in 1956, son of Xavier Pauchard who founded Tolix in 1925, the A56 armchair or “fauteuil” in French has become one of the most influential pieces of 20th Century metal furniture design. A true innovator in French industrial design, Xavier Pauchard, the son of a zinc roofer, began producing household items that integrated a major innovation in France: the use of hot dip galvanizing to protect iron from oxidation. Tolix designs have become iconic worldwide and are widely loved and imitated for their sleek industrial design and practicality. These, however, are authentic A56 Chairs in original red and yellow paint and in lovely vintage condition. Perfect in the garden or inside where a splash of color is desired, they make wonderful dining chairs or use them for cocktails paired with our authentic Tolix Model 55 Table (Stock # FTRE 1023) also listed for sale.

France, CA 1956

H 28.50 in D: 20.08 in W: 20.47 in Seat Ht: 17 in

Ref: FCH 1053 A, B, C

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Authentic French Steel Tolix Table 55 in Original Yellow Paint

Designed by Jean Pauchard, son of Xavier Pauchard who founded Tolix in 1925, this is a fine example of the “Modele 55” table. A true innovator in French industrial design, Xavier Pauchard, the son of a zinc roofer, began producing household items that integrated a major innovation in France: the use of hot dip galvanizing to protect iron from oxidation. Tolix designs have become iconic worldwide and are widely loved and imitated for their sleek industrial design and practicality. This, however, is an authentic Table 55 in original yellow paint and in lovely vintage condition. Perfect in the garden or inside where a splash of color is desired, it makes a wonderful small dining table or use it for cocktails paired with our three authentic Tolix Model C Armchairs (Stock # FCH 1053 A-C) listed for sale.

France, CA 1950s

H: 29.25 in D: 25.75 in W: 25.75 in

Ref: FTRE 1023

Authentic French Tolix Table 55 in Original Paint

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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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Late 19th C French Wrought Iron Dining Table

We love French garden tables, especially ones with such sinuous design and presence. Dating to the late 19th C, it would make a great addition to your terrace, garden, or wine cave to display your wine selections for that special meal or as a dining table for four inside or out. In excellent antique condition, it is very sturdy with no wobbles. The table does have some small chips to the paint and a few small spots of surface rusting on the edges, but nothing that impairs its functionality or beauty. Feel free to leave this beauty outside year-round in all climates, but we recommend covering it in winter to protect the paint.

France, CA 1890

H: 29.13 in D: 27.50 in W: 47.25 in

Ref: FTRE 1020

Late 19th C French Wrought Iron Dining Table

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Rare French 19th C Wrought Iron Table from Arras with Lion's Paw Feet

“Arras” garden furniture first emerged around 1840 when one of three companies manufacturing metal products in the town of Arras, Grassin-Baledans, began to specialize in garden furniture and started producing artistic ironwork. All authentic Arras pieces are entirely hand-forged and riveted, using metal tubing and flat metal. The furniture was intended for the high-end market at a time when the privileged classes were discovering the benefits of outdoor living, and the pieces, which later included all types of garden accessories, were made to the highest quality and durability. The original lion's paw foot design was changed to a sleeker hoof design after 1900. This lovely table is in excellent antique condition and features the four original lion’s paw feet (indicating a mid-19th C date) and a sinuous design in keeping with the high quality expected. Wonderful as a drinks or petite dining table inside or out, it has a durable white painted finish that is about 20 years old.

France, CA 1860s

H: 28 in D: 17.87 in W: 27.50 in

Ref: FTRE 1025

19th C Arras Garden Table with Lion’s Paw Feet

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English Regency Wrought Iron Bench, CA 1820

This lovely two-seater English Regency bench, in a lightly-rusted surface with traces of original paint, is extremely comfortable. In excellent antique condition, with no repairs or restoration, its classic design and exceptional hand-crafting stands the test of time. It features riveted and welded construction, gently sloping arms, canted legs with unusual cross-shaped feet, and a classical English hoop-back. With great presence for a small bench, it can be placed on a terrace, in a cocktail or dining area, or at the end of an allée to savor the view. It also would be fabulous inside in an eclectic room where a touch of antique iron enriches the texture.

England, CA 1820

H: 31 in D: 15.25 in W: 49.50 in

Seat H: 15.75 in

Ref: AK 1005

English Regency Wrought Iron Bench

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Set of Six French Multipl's Chairs in Stunning Mottled Paint

This rare set of six French 1940s Multipl’s metal dining chairs is in excellent original condition and features an amazing mottled painted surface of grey, green, red, and blue. Designed by Joseph Mathieu and made by Pierre Benite in Lyon, these chairs are an iconic part of French Industrial Furniture history. Multipl’s was, in its day, the main competitor to Tolix, although Multipl’s did not survive. Each chair was hand-pressed in huge industrial presses before being hand-welded together. They make an exceptional design statement but are also a good and very comfortable practical choice as dining chairs for regular use. And they stack when not in use! Perfect around a rustic wooden dining table, or outside in the garden, they will give you decades of pleasure and comfort. Please note that if they are going in the garden, we would recommend clear-coating to preserve the paint.

France, CA 1940

H: 32.75 in D: 14.75 in W: 14.25 in

Seat Ht: 17.75 in

Ref: FCH 1048

Set of Six French Multipl’s Chairs in Mottled Paint

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Set of Eight French Wrought Iron Garden Armchairs

Difficult to find these days, this set of eight classic French garden armchairs is very beautiful and in lovely vintage condition overall. In older white paint with a bit of rust showing through, they are all very solid with no wobbles. Quite comfortable, they will serve you well for long, languorous lunches or dinners outside or in. With perforated seats to shed water, heart motif backs, and scrolling arms, they have a very romantic feel to them and would make an eye-catching addition to your terrace or garden. They can remain outside year-round in all weather, although we recommend covering them in harsh climates to elongate the lifetime of the paint. Of course, they can be sandblasted and repainted if you so choose. Sold only as a set of eight.

France, CA 1930s-1950s

H: 31.25 in W: 19.5 in D: 19 in

Seat H: 16.5 in

Ref: FCH 1050

Set of Eight French Wrought Iron Garden Armchairs

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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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Rare Pair of French Art Deco Folding Fisherman's Chairs

Never in all our decades of dealing have we seen chairs like these! Clearly French Deco and featuring older (possibly original) green canvas seats, these red-painted wrought iron chairs fold in three positions. Completely solid, with unwarped frames, these are easy to tote to your favorite fishing hole. Alternatively, they would make a wonderful addition to your garden as a novelty or for children’s seating.

France, CA 1930

H: 25.25 in D: 14 in W: 12.50 in

SH: 14.75 in

Ref: FCH 1052

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Rare Large Willy Guhl Dog House with Original Pan

Designed by the iconic Willy Guhl in the 1960s and made of strong and lightweight fiber cement by Eternit, SA of Switzerland, this dog house with its original removable pan is the larger of two sizes designed by Guhl. It is in fabulous condition with no cracks, repairs or missing pieces. It is rare to find this large size complete with its original bottom and in such wonderful condition. Perfect in a contemporary garden to lend an interesting and functional element that will provide shade for your dog or cat. The patina is presently mottled with outlines of vines that were removed from its surface in the past but will weather over quickly if placed in a shady moist spot.

Swiss, CA 1960s.

Dog House: H: 31.50 in  W: 38 in D: 27 in

Opening: H: 19.25 in W: 12.63 in

Ref: FDH 1002

Willy Guhl Dog House

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Large Oval French 18th C Pierre de Borgogne Jardiniere

Hand-carved from Pierre de Bourgogne (Burgundy Stone) that is extremely hard and very heavy, this large oval jardiniere dates to around 1800 and is in gorgeous condition. Elegant in form, it would make a stunning centerpiece in a garden, potted up with a profusion of greenery or blooms. It can remain outside year-round in all climates, provided it is installed on stone or a concrete base (to prevent sinking) and should be emptied of plant material in the fall. Weight is approximately 250 lbs.

France, CA 1800

H: 19.50 in W: 28.50 in D: 19 in

Base: 10.63 in x 15.25 in

Ref: CPL 1235

Oval Pierre de Borgogne Jardiniere

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