Pair of 19th Century Buff Terracotta Neoclassical Urns
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A matching pair of 19th century buff terracotta Neoclassical urns. Two cylindrical terracotta columns with fluted detail, crafted circa 1850. Hollow throughout with a good-sized pla...
Stoneware, Terracotta
19th Century Large Scale Octagonal Fireclay Urn Attr. Royal Doulton
By Doulton Lambeth
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A 19th century large scale octagonal fireclay urn Attr. Royal Doulton. This Victorian urn on a stand was crafted circa 1860. With no makers mark, but thought to be by Royal Doulton,...
Stoneware, Ceramic
Pair of French 19th Century Green Cast Iron Garden Urns by Alfred Corneau
By Alfred Corneau
Located in Hastings, GB
An outstanding and highly decorative pair of French 19th-century cast iron garden urns, meticulously crafted by the renowned Alfred Corneau Foundry in Charleville, France. This scarc...
Cast Iron
Small Copper Coal Bucket with Brass Embellishments
Located in London, GB
A 19th century (c. 1860) copper coal bucket with shaped brass legs and ring handles. Measures: 12.75" (325mm) diameter x 12" (308mm) high.
Copper
Terra Cotta Pot with Distressed Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
Handcrafted small terra cotta pot featuring a rustic distressed finish that adds character and charm to any space. Each piece showcases unique variations in color and texture, making...
Terracotta
Pair of Classic Garden Urns with Pedestals, Carved from Natural Marble.
Located in Marbella, ES
Impresionante pareja de jardineras monumentales de estilo clásico, talladas en marmol natural y acompañadas de sus pedestales originales. Inspiradas en las grandes cráteras de la Ant...
Marble
Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Urns from France, 1800s
By Antoine Durenne Foundry, Alfred Corneau
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A pair of 19th-century French cast iron garden urns featuring a classic lobed lower bowls, flared rims, and a sturdy, integrated stepped square plinth base. At 13" high, this r...
Iron
$1,800 / set
Pair of Vintage Glazed Anduze Jars
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bring the timeless charm of the French countryside to your home or garden with this exquisite pair of vintage Anduze jars. Handcrafted in the traditional manner, these classic terrac...
Terracotta
$3,000 / set
Pair of Georgian Lead Two Handled Urns
Located in Essex, MA
Each circular with gadrooned edge, cherub and leaf decoration, serpent handles, circular egg and dart base.
Lead
Terra Cotta Pot with Distressed Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
Handcrafted small terra cotta pot featuring a rustic distressed finish that adds character and charm to any space. Each piece showcases unique variations in color and texture, making...
Terracotta
Pair of Cast Iron Garden Urn Planters with Weathered Patina
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A beautiful pair of cast iron garden urn planters with a naturally weathered patina. Originally painted white, they retain traces of old paint alongside areas of exposed iron and rus...
Cast Iron
French Faux Bois Concrete Footed Planter, 1940s - 2 Available
Located in Chicago, IL
A French faux bois footed planter from the 1940s, sculpted in concrete to evoke the organic texture of carved wood. Raised on three sturdy legs, the cylindrical vessel is richly work...
Concrete
Large Pair of 19th Century English Cast Iron Campana Urns on Plinths
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large pair of 19th Century English, wonderfully patinated cast iron campana urns on plinths. The urns are possibly from Handyside Foundry, decorated with foliate frieze to the body ...
Cast Iron
$4,650 / set
Monumental Pair Of Glazed Pottery Garden Urns
Located in Houston, TX
Monumental Pair Of Glazed Pottery Garden Urns. Offered is a stately large pair of mid-century glazed pottery garden urns or garden planters. This beautiful pair of large-scale plante...
Pottery
$2,650 / set
Pair 19th Century French Cast Iron Jardinieres
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of 19th Century French cast iron jardinieres with handles.
Iron
Pair of 18th Century Southern Italian Marble Medici Urns in the Neoclassical Man
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A very elegant pair of 18th Century Southern Italian marble Medici urns or tazzas. In the Neo-Classical manner.
Marble
$3,911 / set
Pair of 19th Century French Iron Urns
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of French 19th Century Iron urns with beautiful patina. Circa 1930.
Iron
$14,200 / set
A pair of "Shell Urns" designed by Olof Hult
By Olof Hult
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of "Shell Urns" designed by Olof Hult and produced by Näfveqvarns Bruk, Circa 1920th. Cast iron. Signed OF. Shown at the Paris Exhibition 1925. Featured in Christian Björk...
Iron
Pair of Monumental 20th Century Terra Cotta Garden Urns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of monumental terra cotta garden urns, circa 1970-1990. Classic architectural "soufflé" urn form with soft cylindrical silhouette and thick rolled rim. The surface is the selli...
Terracotta
Pair of Monumental Terracotta Urns with Garlands and Atlantes, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
Magnificent pair of monumental terracotta urns dating from the 1950s, richly decorated with sculpted garlands and atlantes, inspired by the grand architectural ornaments of the Renai...
Terracotta
Large Late 19th Century French Biot Pot
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large late 19th Century French Biot pot with fantastic natural patina. Circa 1890.
Terracotta
Pair of Green Patinated Bronze Urns with Ram Head Reliefs
Located in Madrid, ES
Impressive pair of bronze urns decorated with finely cast ram head reliefs and finished with a rich green patina. Inspired by the architectural and decorative traditions of Classical...
Bronze
Pair of American Identical Large & Smaller Cast Iron Garden Planters, C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American Large & Smaller cast iron garden planters with foliage molded edges, scrolled dragon handles, and resting on raised decorative foliage circular squared plinths, Earl...
Iron
Pair of Monumental Patinated Bronze Urns with Mascarons, Italy
Located in Madrid, ES
Exceptional pair of monumental patinated bronze urns, crafted in Italy and richly decorated with dramatic mascarons inspired by the architectural and decorative arts of the Renaissan...
Bronze
Italian Lobed Terracotta Krater with Four Handles, Mid-20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Impressive Italian terracotta krater dating from the mid-20th century, distinguished by its elegant lobed body and four sculptural handles. Inspired by the great ceremonial vessels o...
Terracotta
Pair of Large Italian Terracotta Garden Urns, 1970s
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant pair of Italian terracotta urns dating from the 1970s. Crafted in the traditional Mediterranean manner, these impressive vessels combine timeless classical forms with the war...
Terracotta
Pair of Monumental Hand-Painted Italian Garden Urns, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant pair of monumental Italian urns dating from the 1950s, beautifully hand-painted and executed in the grand decorative tradition of Italian garden and architectural ornamentati...
Ceramic
Pair of Monumental Architectural Stone Urns with Ram Heads, Italy, 1940s
Located in Madrid, ES
Magnificent pair of monumental architectural urns, hand-carved from natural stone in Italy during the 1940s. Inspired by the great decorative traditions of the Renaissance and Baroqu...
Sandstone
Monumental Italian Terracotta Grain Storage Jar, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
Impressive monumental terracotta storage jar dating from the 1950s, originally used for the storage of cereals and agricultural products. Crafted in Italy following centuries-old rur...
Terracotta
Pair of Italian Glazed Terracotta Garden Urns, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant pair of Italian garden urns crafted in glazed terracotta during the 1950s. Combining traditional Mediterranean craftsmanship with timeless classical design, these decorative ...
Terracotta
19th Century Antique Enameled Cast Iron Urn Paris et Cie
Located in Newtown, CT
Antique Enameled Cast Iron Urn. It is 15.5" high x 15.5" wide and deep without including the faces. Paris et Cie 19th century France. They show wear consistent with age and use. ...
Enamel, Cast Iron
Pair of Large Distressed Mediterranean Style Terracotta Olive Jars with Handles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking pair of oversized Mediterranean-style terracotta olive jars featuring a beautifully aged distressed finish and classic amphora-inspired silhouette. These decorative vessel...
Terracotta
Large Pair Cast Iron Victorian Rococo Style Garden Urn Planters, late 20thC
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A striking large pair of cast iron garden urn planters in the Victorian Rococo manner, offering bold decorative presence and a beautifully aged surface. Rich in scrollwork and orname...
Cast Iron
19th Century Antique Enameled Cast Iron Urn Paris et Cie
Located in Newtown, CT
Antique Enameled Cast Iron Urn. It is 15.5" high x 15.5" wide and deep without including the faces. Paris et Cie 19th century France. They show wear consistent with age and use. ...
Enamel, Metal
Pair of Monumental Hand-Carved Italian Marble Urns, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
Spectacular pair of monumental Italian marble urns dating from the 1950s, masterfully hand-carved with an extraordinary level of detail. Richly decorated in high relief with mascaron...
Marble
Pair of Monumental Cast Iron Garden Urns in the Greek Taste
Located in Madrid, ES
Spectacular pair of monumental garden urns inspired by the forms of ancient Greek vases. Crafted in cast iron and finished with painted decoration, these impressive architectural pie...
Iron
Set of Four Monumental Patinated Iron Garden Urns, Italy
Located in Madrid, ES
Impressive set of four monumental garden urns crafted in iron and finished with a beautiful green patina. Made in Italy during the 1990s, these striking architectural pieces are insp...
Iron
Set of Four Impruneta Terracotta Urns with Faun Heads and Acanthus Leaves, Italy
Located in Madrid, ES
Exceptional set of four decorative urns crafted in renowned Impruneta terracotta, Italy, during the 1960s. Richly ornamented with sculpted faun heads and elegant acanthus leaf motifs...
Terracotta
Pair of Monumental Greek Style Terracotta Kraters, Second Half of the 20th Centu
Located in Madrid, ES
Impressive pair of monumental terracotta kraters inspired by the great ceremonial vessels of Ancient Greece. Crafted during the second half of the 20th century, these large-scale dec...
Terracotta
English Garden Stone Planter Pot or Urn with Acanthus Relief - Three Available
Located in Austin, TX
A finely modeled and weathered English garden planter pot or urn of composition stone featuring a beautiful acanthus leaf relief to the bowl and base. Perfect for a garden, patio, o...
Stone, Cast Stone
Pair of Monumental Onyx Kraters with Pedestals, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
Impressive pair of monumental kraters carved from richly figured onyx, dating from the 1950s and retaining their original matching bases. Inspired by the grand vessels of Classical A...
Onyx
Pair of Impruneta Terracotta Urns with Masks and Floral Garlands, Italy, 1960s
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant pair of decorative urns crafted in renowned Impruneta terracotta during the 1960s. Richly adorned with sculpted mascarons and floral garlands tied with ribbons, these refined...
Terracotta
Set of Four Monumental Oxidized Iron Garden Urns, Italy, 1960s
Located in Madrid, ES
Exceptional set of four monumental garden urns crafted in iron and dating from the 1960s. Made in Italy, these impressive decorative pieces are inspired by the grand urns of classica...
Iron
Monumental Glazed Terracotta Jar with Handles, Italy, 1950s
Located in Madrid, ES
Impressive monumental terracotta jar crafted in Italy during the 1950s, featuring a beautiful glazed finish and elegant side handles. Combining traditional Mediterranean pottery form...
Terracotta
Pair of Large Greek Style Black Marble Vases, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant pair of large Greek-style vases carved in black marble during the 20th century. Inspired by the refined forms of Classical Antiquity, these sculptural vessels feature balance...
Marble
Pair of Antique French Garden Cast Iron Half Round Urn Form Fluted Wall Planters
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of unusual early 20th century antique French cast iron half round demilune wall mounted urn form wall planters. Having traces of blue paint, egg and dart pattern with classical ...
Metal
French Sevres Style Porcelain and Ormolu Urn
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A French Napoleon III porcelain urn, dating to approximately 1880. The urn features a rich yellow ground decorated with gilt ornamentation and hand-painted scenic reserves, including...
Porcelain, Paint
English Garden Stone Urn or Planter Pot with Garland Motif
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English garden planter pot or urn of composition stone in the Country House style, featuring a beautiful garland and medallion emblem relief to the bowl and resting on a raise...
Stone, Cast Stone
Antique Limestone Trough 52926A 31.5" Dia
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Antique Limestone Trough A one-of-a-kind hand-carved limestone trough naturally textured, lightly weathered finish. Rounded corners and substantial weight make it exceptionally dura...
Limestone
Decorative Cast Iron Garden Urn / Jardinière, French Neoclassical Design, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A classic cast iron garden urn with an elegant flared rim and decorative detailing, raised on a pedestal and square base. The balanced proportions and timeless design give the piece ...
Iron
Set of 4 19th Century French Cast Iron Garden Urns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental set of 4 antique French cast iron garden urns, circa 1880-1900. Each urn features a classic Neoclassical silhouette with a wide flared rim decorated with egg-and-dart mold...
Iron
20th Century Ceramic Garden Urn with Verdigris Patina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental 20th century terra cotta garden urn. Classic soufflé form with thick rolled rim and textured stone-like body. The surface has developed a beautiful aged verdigris patina w...
Terracotta
Pair of Neoclassical Carved Alabaster Urn Lamps, Spain 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant pair of alabaster urn table lamps with neoclassical design. Spain, 1940s This stunning pair of turned alabaster urn lamps with classical design have carved details on the bot...
Alabaster
Antique Limestone Trough 5926B
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Antique Limestone Trough A one-of-a-kind hand-carved limestone trough naturally textured, lightly weathered finish. Rounded corners and substantial weight make it exceptionally dura...
Limestone
Antique Limestone Trough 516260 31"W
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Antique Limestone Trough A one-of-a-kind hand-carved limestone trough naturally textured, lightly weathered finish. Rounded corners and substantial weight make it exceptionally dura...
Limestone
17th Century Northern Italian Bronze Mortar with Twisted Handles
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A substantial Northern Italian bronze mortar dating to the 17th century, featuring boldly cast twisted side handles, scrolling relief decoration, and a deeply flared form shaped thro...
Bronze
$5,500 / set
Pair of 19th c. French Bronze Urns
Located in Dallas, TX
The pair of 19th c. French bronze urns is a set of decorative collectibles that holds historical significance and adds an elegant touch to any space. These urns are a unique piece of...
Bronze
Pair of Large Greek Style Black Marble Vases, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant pair of large Greek-style vases carved in black marble during the 20th century. Inspired by the refined forms of Classical Antiquity, these sculptural vessels feature balance...
Marble
Pair of Large Greek Style Black Marble Vases, 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Elegant pair of large Greek-style vases carved in black marble during the 20th century. Inspired by the refined forms of Classical Antiquity, these sculptural vessels feature balance...
Marble
1960s Willy Guhl Concrete Urn Planter
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete urn by Willy Guhl. Rare model. Excellent cream, pastel yellow and grey patina. Urn has a delicate cement ridge around the mouth giving it a beautiful minimalist design with ...
Concrete
When people think of antique and vintage urns — a type of vase with a round body, narrow neck and integrated pedestal — they tend to imagine funerary urns. But all manner of urns have been made over the years, and these vessels can be used as decorative accents either inside your home or in your garden.
Garden urns became popular in early Greek and Roman gardens, where they complemented classical statues and other garden ornaments. Over the years, people have used urns as planters, fountain basins and stylish decorative elements in interiors as well as outdoors in gardens, patios and firepit areas.
Urns are typically made of stone, ceramics or metal. Stone urns are highly durable; while an antique stone urn will show wear with age, it can be used in any climate, and a neoclassical-style cast stone urn with natural world motifs carved in relief is guaranteed to make a statement in your garden. Position two stone urns with vibrant hibiscus bulbs or tulips at the bottom of an outdoor stairway to set it off from other exterior features. Elsewhere, place your urn in the middle of a garden bed to draw attention to your dazzling landscape design. A good concrete urn can easily make a good home for small trees or shrubs, but it will be very heavy to move around.
A ceramic urn is likely going to have thick, robust walls. A glazed terracotta urn, for example, is going to be ideal for potting plants. As glazing is part of the potter’s process for creating a terracotta urn, the urn itself can provide a pop of color to contrast with any low-maintenance plants such as moss or succulents that you have in mind for it.
Metal urns are best used as decor in your living room or foyer rather than outside, unless you’re partial to the alluring weathered patina that is expected to characterize an antique cast-iron garden urn. If you’re planning to use a metal urn as a planter, add a plant liner first. Metal may overheat and damage a plant’s roots if they are not protected, and urns made of certain metals may rust if they’re left outdoors.
But you don’t necessarily need to turn your urn into a planter.
A large urn can hold its own as an accent in any space and create a strong focal point. Browse the collection of decorative antique and vintage urns on 1stDibs today.
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