French Terra Cotta Decorative, Architectural Ornament
Located in New York, NY
Decorative, architectural roof tower ornament in terra cotta composed of three parts which fit together. This and similar pieces sat elegantly on the towered slate roofs of large Fre...
Terracotta
Gothic Dragon Terracotta Stone Roof Ridge Finial Garden Ornament
Located in Nottingham, GB
The integral angled ridge tile is designed for a pitched roof, making the piece ideal as an architectural roof ornament or decorative finial. Equally, its sculptural quality allows i...
Stone
English Owl Stone Roof Ridge Tile Finial in Aged Terracotta Garden Ornament
Located in Nottingham, GB
The piece is designed for exterior architectural use. Its aged terracotta finish gives the surface a warm, weathered appearance while accentuating the detailed modelling of the pluma...
Stone
Antique John Pulham & Son Garden Sundial
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
From their factory in Broxbourne, the company produced a wide range of very high quality, classically inspired terracotta and artificial stone garden ornaments, including vases, urns...
Terracotta
Unavailable
H 63.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Tall French Fleurs-de-Lys Terracotta Finial on English Terracotta Plinth
Located in Woodbury, CT
We’ve never seen any finial this tall, let alone such a stunning French one with 2 fleurs-de-lys and a detailed pineapple-form top. The beaded decoration near the bottom, combined wi...
Terracotta
Cast Iron Facade Ornament
Located in Round Top, TX
Cast iron facade ornament used to houses scaffolding. Excellent original patina.
Metal
Stone Lion Building Ornament
Located in Minneapolis, MN
These stone lion heads originally adorned the cornice of the Boatmen’s Bank Building in St. Louis, Missouri. The building was completed in 1914 by the architecture partnership of Eam...
Terracotta
Sullivanesque Terra Cotta Glazed Facade Ornament
Located in Round Top, TX
Sullivanesque terra cotta glazed facade ornament. Classic design.
Terracotta
Unavailable
H 78.75 in W 57.09 in D 47.25 in
Large Wall-Fountain with Stone Basin, Roof with Wooden Beams and Provence Tiles
Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR
It is made up of beautiful old wooden beams and Provençal terracotta tiles. Ornaments with volutes in wrought forge finishes this unique piece.
Limestone
Pair of French Terracotta Garden Finials
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of French terracotta architectural finials with beautiful mossy patina. Perfect for use as ornamental elements in the garden. Each in two parts with the acorn shaped top fitti...
Terracotta
Pair of French Terracotta Pinecone Garden Finials
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of large French terracotta architectural garden pinecone finials with beautiful weathered mossy patina. Perfect for use as ornamental elements in the garden or to flank an ent...
Terracotta
19th Century Mediterranean Terracotta Oil Jars
Located in San Francisco, CA
Three hand-thrown fired terracotta clay oil jars. These jars were used for storing olive oil and curing olives.
Dimensions are listed in clockwise direction in the gallery ph...
Terra Cotta Fruit Basket
Located in Chireno, TX
Italian Made Terra Cotta Fruit Basket. Very High Quality Workmanship , Each Piece of Fruit Individually Made. Great Terra Cotta Color.
Terracotta
French Terra Cotta Garden Tiles
Located in Winter Park, FL
Set of 52 French terracotta garden tiles from the Southwest of France. Arched shape with fleur de lis motif in low relief. Used for border decoration as part of a landscape architect...
Terracotta
19th Century French Terra Cotta Roof Ornament
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French terra cotta roof ornament called "a faitage", a traditional architectural roof spire from Normandy. In two parts, the bird fits into the conical base. Some chip...
Terracotta
French 18th Century Chalk/ Stucco Mascaron / Head Ornament
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful weathered chalk/stucco ornament. France circa 1750-1800. Weathered. Measurement includes the wooden base.
Terracotta
Sold
H 27 in W 14.25 in D 16 in
Pair of Antique Terra Cotta Building Ornaments from England, circa 1820
Located in Dallas, TX
Truth and faith These stunning antique architectural building elements from England depict angels holding shields, bearing truth and faith. They would have been built in to the fa...
Terracotta
Pair of Red Terra Cotta Pineapple Garden Finials
Located in Washington, DC
A pair of red terra cotta pineapple garden finials. The patina on these is quite spectacular.
Terracotta
Sold
H 10.83 in W 3.55 in D 3.35 in
Couple of 17th-18th Century Italian Terracotta Mascarons / Head Ornaments
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful pair of weathered terracotta fragments. Italy, circa 1650-1750. Weathered. Measurement: Largest one including the wooden pedestal.
Terracotta
19th Century James Pulham Terracotta Quatrefoil Fountain Basin
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
However, they also manufactured a wide range of terracotta and pulhamite garden ornaments. In 1895 the firm was granted a Royal Warrant by the Prince of Wales and some of their w...
Terracotta
Building Ornament
Located in New York, NY
Ornament from the restoration of a building exterior in Normandy.
Terracotta
Large Pair of Edwardian Terracotta Gate Pier Finials
Located in Woodbury, CT
Good gate pier finials with age and in excellent condition have all but disappeared, so we were thrilled to have sourced these from the posh southern countryside of England. Made of...
Terracotta
Pair of 18thC Garden Finials
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Terracotta body with restorations and oxidation
Terracotta
Thai Terra Cotta Roof Finials
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Terra cotta roof finials in swirling pineapple design. Beautiful mossy growth and lovely coloration to the clay.
Prices will vary according to size. 4 shown, 3 available, diff...
Terracotta
Renaissance Style Terracotta above Entryway Ornament on Stand
Located in Fairfax, VA
A historic terracotta architectural decoration of the face of a man. This piece belonged to above an entryway of a mid-19th century building. It has been salvaged and placed on heavy...
Steel
Terra Cotta Roof Ornament
Located in San Francisco, CA
French terra cotta 'pine cone' roof ornament
Terracotta
American Terra Cotta Building Ornament
Located in Round Top, TX
American terra cotta building ornament depicting a wise grinning man with flowing hair resting atop a scroll form, circa 1900.
Terracotta
Terra Cotta Movie Theater Facade Ornament
Located in Round Top, TX
Terra cotta "comedy" head from the facade of a movie palace
Terracotta
Chimney Pot from Victorian England as Garden Sculpture
Located in Madison, WI
Chimney pot of Victorian England, from the rooftop of an English manor. Regal and statuesque, combining olive and chocolate salt glazes for a richly handsome visual affect. Place it ...
Terracotta
Italian Glazed Clay Owl Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
Glazed red clay table lamp in form of an owl, marked "Italy"
$2,495
H 10.5 in W 16.5 in D 2.5 in
Year of the Dragon Elaborate Hand Carved Stone Dragon Sculpture on Rosewood Base
Located in Tustin, CA
Intricately hand carved from a single block of richly variegated stone, this incredibly detailed and elaborate, Chinese sculpture is a true work of art. It features a dragon on a car...
Stone, Carnelian
English Stone Gargoyle Griffin Garden Statue
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a wonderful English gargoyle or griffin statue Great piece for the garden We've shown it here on a Gothic pedestal stand which is available but not included in the li...
Stone
17th Century Handcrafted French Terra Cotta Garden Finials Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique pair of 17th Century French garden ornaments made of hand crafted terra cotta clay. These finials have turned pointed finial tops and are raised onto a circular base with ...
Terracotta
English Stone Gargoyle Garden Statue
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a quirky crouching gargoyle statue perfect for the garden Crafted from reconstituted stone with lovely weathered look Great decorative piece for the garden, would rea...
Stone
$350
H 4.75 in W 9 in D 9 in
Vintage English Country Iron Garden Sundial With Sun- Outdoor Estate Decor
Located in Elkhart, IN
A classic vintage iron garden sundial inspired by traditional English estate landscapes, featuring the sun. Pieces like this bring structure and timeless character to a garden—equal...
Iron
Neoclassical Cast Stone Garden Finial on Pedestal 44 Inch
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A substantial two-piece Neoclassical garden finial ornament on pedestal crafted out of beautifully weathered cast stone. Likely constructed in the late 19th century/early 20th centur...
Cast Stone
$3,495
H 37.25 in W 15 in D 15 in
Large English Sundial of Composition Stone with Bronze Dial for the Garden
Located in Austin, TX
A large English sundial of composition or garden stone - featuring a bronze sundial inscribed with a sun, numerals, cardinal directions, along with a fixed gnomon (the shadow-casting...
Stone, Cast Stone, Metal, Bronze
Japanese Huge Antique over Sized Garden Owl Sculpture
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard To Find Design - Extraordinary Craftsmanship Japanese huge over size owl with large ear feathers , 13 inches tall. Signed Japan on its base Please view our video This hands...
Iron
Italian Rococo Terracotta Frieze
Located in Chireno, TX
Italian Rococo terracotta frieze in superb condition from the mid-18th century.
Terracotta
Bronze Sundial on Carved Stone Pedestal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classical garden sundial featuring a circular bronze dial plate with central gnomon, set atop a carved stone pedestal. The pedestal is formed with a bold spiral twist and rests on ...
Stone, Bronze
Japanese Rare Old Massive over Sized Garden Owl Sculpture, complete
Located in South Burlington, VT
Rare Hard To Find Design - Extraordinary Craftsmanship- Only One complete with original door Japanese massive over size owl 14 inches tall 9 inches wide. This handsome Japanese o...
Iron
Antique Georgian Style Armillary Garden Sundial
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A striking antique Georgian style armillary sundial featuring an unusual 20th century armillary sphere mounted upon a beautifully weathered Georgian era red sandstone column plinth. ...
Sandstone, Steel
Vintage Handcrafted Ceramic Owl Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage handcrafted terracotta owl sculpture captures the timeless appeal of rustic folk art through its expressive form and richly textured craftsmanship. Sculpted with oversiz...
Wood, Terracotta
$400Sale Price|58% Off
H 39 in W 16.5 in D 1.75 in
French Hand Carved Wood Architectural Element, Circa 1910
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-754 French hand carved wood architectural element.
Hardwood
French Napoleon III Style Cast Iron Jardiniere with Handles
Located in Saint-Gondon, Centre-Val de Loire
An elegant French garden jardiniere in the Napoleon III style (Second Empire). Cast in iron, this piece features a classic "navette" (boat/oval) shape, distinct from the round Medici...
Iron
Portrait of Lady Caroline Price
By George Romney
Located in Miami, FL
DESCRIPTION: Perhaps the best Romney in private hands. If Vogue Magazine existed in the late 18th century, this image of Lady Caroline Price would be on one of its covers. The e...
Oil, Canvas
$57,000
H 34 in W 53 in D 24 in
Large Pair Patinated Life Size Bronze Statues Sculpture of Regal Big Cats Lions
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Large pair patinated life size bronze statues sculpture of Regal Big Cats Lions. Exceptional detailed high quality Large pair of Patinated bronze statues of Seated lions, outstanding...
Bronze
$61,119
H 88.98 in W 70.87 in D 94.89 in
Renaissance Style Oak Tester 4 Poster Bed Armorial Tapestry Bedspread King Size
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A vintage king size oak tester or four poster bed in the Renaissance style. Hand carved with Adam & Eve carvings in the headboard, figurative sculptures in the bedposts, three carve...
Oak
$163,837
H 74.81 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
ANTINOUS Magnificent Italian Neoclassical Carrara Marble Sculpture
Located in Rome, IT
Outstanding 19th century Italian finely carved Carrara "Statuario" marble sculpture of Antinoo , after the Antique The Capitoline 'Antinous'. Antinous, a young Bithinius favorite...
Marble
$145,000
H 116 in W 613 in D 4 in
16th Century English Renaissance Carved Oak Paneled Room, Tudor Style
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance (Tudor-16th Century) oak carved linen fold design paneled room with a mantle, overmantle carving and a Pair of spindle design open doors (approx 51 feet)
Oak
$232,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 136 in Dm 108 in
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Exquisite Rotunda Structure Kiosk Copper & Carved Stone Bench Seating Columns . Monumental Exquisite refined work King Charles X Period Rotunda rotundus building structure with a...
Stone, Copper
$347,200
H 68 in W 55 in
A Magnificent Pair of French Royal Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day"
Located in Queens, NY
Jacques-Francois Delyen (1684-1761), Court Painter of King Louis XV. A Magnificent Pair of Palatial "French Royal" Allegorical Paintings "Aurora and Diana" "Night and Day" A truly ...
Oil
$50,750Sale Price|30% Off
H 98 in W 240 in D 98.5 in L 168 in
Distinguish 18th Century English Knotty Pine Panel Room
Located in North Salem, NY
Transform your space into a captivating den, library, or office with the grandeur of this remarkable 18th-century English pine panel room. Every wall is adorned with intricately craf...
Pine
$163,801
H 90.95 in W 61.03 in D 77.56 in
IMPORTANT BISHOP JAMES STANLEY 1508 KING HENRY VII ENGLiSH OAK TUDOR TESTER BED
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly important, Museum quality, English Tudor King Henry VII Oak tester bed made for an...
Oak
Fire Screen in Patinated Brass Late 19th Century
Located in Tilburg, NL
Fire Screen in Patinated Brass Late 19th Century. A very elegant and beautifully patinated fire screen in brass - late 19th century / early 20th century. A simple yet stylish design...
Brass
$99,073
H 101.19 in W 137.8 in D 19.3 in
19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A rare pair of heliocodal French Directoire library bookcases in solid walnut. This type of bookcases is also known as 'boiseries de Bibliothèque' as they often, together with pannel...
Walnut
$34,384
H 177.17 in W 212.6 in D 192.92 in
Exclusive Oak Staircase with Carving and Balustrade 19th Century
Located in Udenhout, NL
This is a very beautiful unique stairs. It is hand carved and comes out of a mansion Near Paris, France.
Oak
$90,000
H 132 in W 81.5 in D 25 in
Monumental Rare Antique Renaissance Revival Gothic Walnut Fireplace Mantel 11 FT
Located in Dayton, OH
Very large and exceedingly rare English Renaissance Revival fireplace mantel, circa 1860s. Made of hand carved walnut featuring a gothic cathedral design. The fireplace portion is ...
Walnut
Terracotta Beaux Arts Architectural Facade Block Tile
By Stanford White, Louis Sullivan
Located in New Windsor, NY
American terra-cotta Beaux Arts architectural block tile. The academic architectural style taught at the Ecole des Beaux Arts incorporates French Neo-classicism with Renaissance and ...
Terracotta
$525,529 / set
H 114.5 in W 35.5 in D 5 in
19th Century, Monumental Carved Boiserie Panels from Lartington Hall
Located in London, GB
The Lartington hall carved Boiserie panels by Signor Anton Leone Bulletti. A highly important suite of eight carved and patinated wood panels commissioned by Monsignor Thomas Edw...
Wood, Pine
$500,000
H 144 in W 228 in D 199 in
Antique 19th Century French Chateau Oak Paneled Salon Room "Boiserie" circa 1865
Located in New Orleans, LA
A complete boiseries from the French country estate: "Chateau de Quatres Barbes." The antique 19th century French Louis XVI style grand oak paneled salon room or "boiseries" from the...
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.
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