French Mid-Century Red Orb-Shaped Planter
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French round-shaped garden planter from the mid 20th century. This mid-century planter from France, made from cast-stone, has a round, orb-shaped body and with old red paint and a ...
Cast Stone
$536Sale Price / set|28% Off
Set of Two Taisho Period Hand-Cast Iron Orb Lanterns, Japan, Antique
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unusual Opportunity Hard to find set of two (2) matching modernist round orb lanterns. Japan, a set of hand cast round lanterns coming from a New England garden, Taisho period.
Iron
Neoclassical Cast Stone Garden Ball Finial Glass Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Opulent cast stone plaster dining table featuring a monumental garden ball finial or orb base. The giant sphere orb is very heavy and solid festooned with neoclassical style acanthus...
Stone, Iron
French Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules and Orbs, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French Louis XIV fireback with pillars of Hercules and three orbs. The orb ('globus cruciger') symbolizes the Christ's dominion over the world. The pillar refers to the...
Iron
Fireback Dated 1626 Representing a Cruciferous Orb Framed by Two Angels
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dated 1626 during the reign of the king Louis XIII, this beautiful fireback shows a crossed globe supported by 2angles.
Iron
Sumatra Gasteracantha Spiders – Antique Natural History Print c.1887
Located in Langweer, NL
Characteristics: Females are brightly colored and spin horizontal orb webs in gardens and forests. 5. Gasteracantha diardi Appearance: Yellowish with black markings, broad triang...
Paper
1960's Pair of Weathered Painted Concrete Orbs
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of painted concrete finials from France, circa 1960s. These exhibit great character and patina from years of elements exposure. A beautifully classic accent whether used indoors...
Concrete
Vintage Neoclassical Metal Garden Orb Finial, USA, Late 20th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage metal garden orb finial USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 8.5"W x 8.5"D x 15.5"H Very good vintage condition.
Metal
Vintage Classical Metal Orb Garden Finial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage metal garden orb finial USA, Late 20th Century Measures: 8"W x 8"D x 13"H Very good vintage condition.
Metal
Brass Garden or Interior Orb/Globe on Pedestal
Located in Bellport, NY
A Gleaming Globe of polished brass on a matching pedestal, originally a fountain, restored by an artisan who works with old musical instruments and coated with a clear weather resist...
Metal Orb
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Handmade metal orb.
Japan Antique Orb Lantern, rare find
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to find this style today for the discerning garden or sculpture collection Lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
Iron
Large Chased Metal Orbs by Robert Kuo
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Fabulous large hammered metal orbs stamped "Robert Kuo". One ball is larger, measuring approximately 18" in diameter, fabricated in copper and finished in an antiqued silver. The o...
Bronze
Japan Set Four Antique Orb Lanterns, rare find
Located in South Burlington, VT
Unusual Opportunity First set of four (4) matching modernist round orb lanterns we have encountered. Japan, a set of hand cast round lanterns coming from a New England garden, Ta...
Iron
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H 13 in W 7 in D 7 in
Antique Pinewood Natural Toned Architectural Finial with an acanthi embraced Orb
Located in Leesburg, VA
Antique Pinewood Natural Toned Architectural Finial with an Orb supported by Acanthus Leaves Anonymous Probably 19th century; American Carved wood Approximate size: 13 x 7 in. A s...
Wood
Japanese Big Bold Antique Lantern "Organic Orb" Form with Fine Enameled Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a rare and handsome Lantern in "Organic Orb" form with fine enameled details. This is the first of this style we have seen in over 15 years of dealing with fine Japanese ga...
Iron
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H 16 in W 7 in D 15 in
Mid-20th Century Monumental Glazed Ceramic Foo Dogs With Green Orbs and Floral A
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A dynamic and bold pair of Mid-20th Century glazed ceramic Foo Dogs (or guardian lions), crafted with fierce expression, open mouths, and powerful stances—each resting one paw on a v...
Ceramic
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H 34.45 in W 38.19 in D 0.79 in
French Louis XIV 'Pillars of Hercules and Orb' Fireback, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Louis XIV fireback with two pillars of Hercules and an orb. The orb ('globus cruciger') symbolizes Christ's dominion over the world. The pillar refers to the club...
Iron
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H 29.53 in W 38.19 in D 0.99 in
French Fireback / Backsplash with Pillars of Hercules with an Orb, 17th/18th C.
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century, French fireback pillars of Hercules with an orb. The orb ('globus cruciger') symbolizes the Christ's dominion over the world. The pillar refers to the club of Her...
Iron
Rustic Iron Orb Garden Sculptures
Located in Richmond, VA
Sold individually. These orbs make a wonderful statement in the garden or in an interior.
Iron
Rustic Iron Orb Garden Sculpture
Located in Richmond, VA
Sold individually. These orbs make a wonderful statement in the garden or in an interior.
Iron
Japan Antique Champleve Maple Leaf Bronze Orb Lantern, Brilliant Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to find this quality today for the discerning garden or sculpture collection Lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
Bronze
Japanese Antique Birds and Bamboo Orb Garden Lantern + Antique Chain
Located in South Burlington, VT
Quality: Finely crafted and possessing original old dark patina. Good garden candidate, this is an ideal accent size for a small outdoor or indoor zen garden.
Iron
Antique Victorian Mercury Glass Gazing Ball Orb Globe Mirrored Garden Butlers
Located in Dayton, OH
Highly reflective antique mercury glass gazing ball or Christmas ornament. Measure: 7".
Mercury Glass
Large Fiberglass Orb Planter or Vase
Located in Waltham, MA
1960s fiberglass orb planter or vase with a green verdigris painted texture to its body. This vase has minute drilled holes in the base for outdoor use. It also could be successful...
Fiberglass
Wrought Iron Gate with Orb Logo
Located in Pasadena, CA
Single wrought iron gate with what looks like Roycroft logo. Salvaged from California home. 74.25" H x 34.75" W x 1" D
Marble Garden Finial
Located in Stamford, CT
Large marble garden orb.
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
$9,560 / item
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Alexander and Jones Sunday Daybed in Oak & Cream Bouclé Handcrafted to Order
Located in Cirencester, England
The Sunday Daybed is a signature made-to-order piece by Alexander and Jones, handcrafted in our Cotswolds studio, UK, from sculpted solid oak with our signature wave form frame and c...
Hardwood, Wood, Upholstery, Textile, Fabric, Bouclé, Oak
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Large Bamboo Pair of Table Lamps with Brass Bases
Located in New York, NY
large bamboo pair of table lamps with brass bases. Beautiful and chic table lamps. Lovely brass bases and bamboo tops held by brass top.
Brass
"Marchand" Scalloped Oak Nighstand by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand nightstand features elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural door fronts, creating a standout design for any bedroom. Designed for convenience, it includes a pull...
Oak
Chic 'Méandre' Gilt Bronze Side Chair by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Undulating 'Méandre' gilt bronze finish side chair by Design Frères. Gilt bronze finish over steel frame. Natural linen upholstered cushion with contrasting piping. Chic and unders...
Steel
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Classic Empire Center Table - Weathered Finish
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from grey cerused oak with an unusual weathered acacia finish, this table features a beautifully carved ogee edge that adds a touch of intricate detailing. The table is supp...
Wood
Brown Jordan 'Florentine' Collection 5-piece Outdoor Dining Set
By Brown Jordan
Located in San Francisco, CA
Consisting of a round glass top table and four armchairs with openwork metal strap-work manufactured by the iconic outdoor furniture manufacturer Brown Jordan; Brown Jordan, a manuf...
Aluminum
$9,500
H 30.25 in W 37.5 in D 19.25 in
Restored Swedish Gustavian Commodes, Painted Pinewood, Circa 1920-1940
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautifully restored pair of early to mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian commodes, meticulously hand-crafted in painted Pinewood. These refined Scandinavian chests are characterist...
Pine
$425Sale Price|50% Off
H 12 in W 6 in D 5.5 in
Japanese Rare Oversized Owl Garden Candle Lantern with Antique Chain
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-992 Rare tall Japanese owl garden candle lantern supplied with antique chain for hanging.
Iron
Pair of Henredon Butter Upholstered Wingback Club Chairs
By Henredon
Located in Rio Vista, CA
An exceptional pair of bespoke wingback club armchairs from Henredon's Upholstery Collection. The chairs feature towering wingback silhouettes with gracefully curved wings that exten...
Brass
Italian Baroque Style Marble Top Console Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic 20th century Italian carved pine console table decorated in the baroque taste. The table features a 1 inch thick rouge/rosso marble top with white veining in a Terra Cotta ...
Marble
Choosing the right antique or vintage building and garden elements can prove pivotal when you’re working to beautify any room in your home or just put the finishing touches on a garden or other outdoor area.
It takes time and effort to improve your outdoor space or merely to bring an air of tranquility to an indoor area set aside for private relaxation or gathering with friends. The good news is that 1stDibs can help.
To introduce a sense of timelessness to a back patio or interior common area, choose cast-stone statues or sculptural busts for a dose of drama or select ornate architectural elements such as corbels, plaques or panels made of marble or iron. Elsewhere, find a focal point in your living room and create a “feature wall” by bringing pops of color into a corner with handmade antique ceramic tiles.
It helps when design changes like these have a practical upside too.
Victorian cast-iron stair treads hearken back to a time when adding decorative details to your property was a priority. While lending an attractive appearance to an exterior staircase, these safeguards render the steps slip-resistant for those coming and going. And as one good stylistic choice usually leads to another, pairing your sophisticated treads with a coupling of 19th-century hand-forged andirons would be a thoughtful, durable touch for any courtyard or comfortable lounge space, be they intended for an indoor fireplace or a patio firepit.
Where the garden is concerned, any sophisticated garden ornaments you select should work with nature, not against it. Wrought-iron garden gates will simply refuse to be relegated to the background. Instead, they’ll draw attention to your painstakingly sculpted hedges and colorful flora. When paired with a sparse arrangement of other tasteful additions, such as a stone planter, garden stool or other welcoming pieces of outdoor seating, the effect can be transformative.
On 1stDibs, find a sprawling collection of antique garden furniture and architectural elements that meet every need. Our offerings include everything from sculptural bathroom fixtures to flooring ideas to pedestals and columns designed in a variety of styles and much more.
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