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Henry Bradbury Nature-Printed Fern Botanical Prints, Set of Four, Framed
Henry Bradbury Nature-Printed Fern Botanical Prints, Set of Four, Framed

Henry Bradbury Nature-Printed Fern Botanical Prints, Set of Four, Framed

By Thomas Moore

Located in Downingtown, PA

The book appeared at the height of what Charles Kingsley in 1855 called “pteridomania,” the Victorian fern craze that sent collectors into woods and hedgerows, filled parlors with Wa...

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Antique 1850s Victorian Prints

Materials

Paper

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Large Victorian Wardian With Stand
Large Victorian Wardian With Stand

Large Victorian Wardian With Stand

Unavailable

H 53 in W 30.75 in D 26.75 in

Large Victorian Wardian With Stand

Located in Austin, TX

Victorian Wardian case/ terrarium, glazed case with pitched roof, hinged access door, on scrolled wrought iron stand, approximately 53"h, 30.75"w, 26.75"d.

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

19th Century Terrarium
19th Century Terrarium

19th Century Terrarium

Unavailable

H 29 in W 32 in D 22 in

19th Century Terrarium

Located in Hudson, NY

A Wardian Case or Terrarium with original Finish

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Glass, Wood

Victorian Mahogany and Glass Terrarium
Victorian Mahogany and Glass Terrarium

Victorian Mahogany and Glass Terrarium

Unavailable

H 27 in W 34 in D 22 in

Victorian Mahogany and Glass Terrarium

Located in Hudson, NY

Also known as a Wardian case. Mahogany and glass terrarium of rectangular outline with pitched roof.

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Garden Ornaments

Materials

Zinc

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Wall Lamp Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Wall Lamp Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Wall Lamp Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

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2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Wall Lamp  Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Wall Lamp  Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Wall Lamp Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Chandelier  Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Chandelier  Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Chandelier Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Artistic Handmade Table Lamp Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina
Artistic Handmade Table Lamp Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

Artistic Handmade Table Lamp Jardin De Verre, by A. La Spada and La Murrina

By La Murrina, Alessandro La Spada

Located in saronno, IT

The chandelier, as well as the wall lamps, bases and table lamps in the Jardin de Verre collection reproduce the most beautiful bell shape of Wardian cases and enclose three differen...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Glass "Wardian Case" Terrarium
Glass "Wardian Case" Terrarium

Glass "Wardian Case" Terrarium

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H 15 in W 17 in D 12 in

Glass "Wardian Case" Terrarium

Located in San Francisco, CA

Large glass and metal "Wardian Case" terrarium with resin base.

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2010s American Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Metal

Vintage Iron Wardian Case Terrarium on Stand
Vintage Iron Wardian Case Terrarium on Stand

Vintage Iron Wardian Case Terrarium on Stand

Located in Raymondville, TX

A vintage Victorian style Wardian case or terrarium on stand. Cream coated iron with glass panels.

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Late 20th Century Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Turn of the Century Antique Wrought Iron Wardian Case on Stand, circa 1900
Turn of the Century Antique Wrought Iron Wardian Case on Stand, circa 1900

Turn of the Century Antique Wrought Iron Wardian Case on Stand, circa 1900

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original wrought iron Wardian case/terrarium on a detachable stand. The case has glass panels on all sides.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Victorian Brass & Stained Glass Hexagonal Terrarium / Display Case
Victorian Brass & Stained Glass Hexagonal Terrarium / Display Case

Victorian Brass & Stained Glass Hexagonal Terrarium / Display Case

Located in Lincoln, GB

A Fine Victorian-Era Brass and Green Stained Glass Display Case This elegant, hexagonal glass enclosure is a wonderful example of Victorian craftsmanship, likely serving as either a ...

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Antique 19th Century Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stained Glass

Victorian Fernery
Victorian Fernery

Victorian Fernery

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H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 14.18 in

Victorian Fernery

Located in Edenbridge, Kent

A very rare 19th century fernery or Wardian case. Retaining green and gilt decoration.

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Antique 19th Century English Garden Ornaments

Materials

Metal

Singular Victorian Carved Wood Terrarium. English C 1860
Singular Victorian Carved Wood Terrarium. English C 1860

Singular Victorian Carved Wood Terrarium. English C 1860

Located in New York, NY

“Collectors” would show off their field specimens and treasures at home in these specially made, often elaborate, display cases. The terrarium is a direct descendent of the Wardian c...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

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Wardian Case For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the wardian case you’re looking for. A wardian case — often made from glass, blown glass and murano glass — can elevate any home. There are 1 variations of the antique or vintage wardian case you’re looking for, while we also have 12 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer wardian case, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A wardian case is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in modern and Victorian styles are sought with frequency.

How Much is a Wardian Case?

A wardian case can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $9,624, while the lowest priced sells for $1,100 and the highest can go for as much as $63,644.