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Heavy Antique French Cast Iron Horse Feeder by Val d'Osne Foundry, Circa 1850

About the Item

Dating to circa 1850, this heavy cast iron horse feeder was produced by the Fonderie du Val d’Osne. Val d’Osne was a leading French iron foundry in the 19th century. Originally an art foundry established in 1835, the company grew exponentially, becoming the largest iron foundry by mid-century. At their peak, the company produced entire fittings for French stables, as seen by the two detail photos of their catalog. Originally hung on the wall of a French stable, the front of the mangeoir is adorned with a foliate margent with a central rosette, just beneath the thick, rolled rim. The underside also has an embellishment, with a cabochon set inside a gadroon cartouche. There are two thick handles on the edges, allowing the feeder to be moved more freely. The feeder has a wonderful, mottled patina consisting of black, brown, cream, and orange hues. Our cast iron horse feeder would make a lovely outdoor jardiniere and it can be positioned on the stand or affixed to the a wall or under a window sill (the feeder lifts directly off the stand). It can also be used as a rustic farmhouse sink or possibly even as a chill bowl.

Dimensions:

Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 33.25 in (84.46 cm)Depth: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Iron,Metal

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

1850-1859

Date of Manufacture:

Circa 1850

Condition:

Additions or alterations made to the original: The stand is not original to the feeder. Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition with wear (oxidation) commensurate to age and use in a horse stable. The stand was added more recently, but it provides great stability if used as a planter. 3 Tiny holes in bottom of vessel.

Seller Location:

Dallas, TX

Reference Number:

Seller: 1023-121stDibs: LU906338178482

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