Cornflower Blue Willy Guhl 'Marmite Cauldron' Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Hastings, GB
Willy Guhl 'Marmite' cauldron, Swiss from the 1960's. Incredible time worn blue paint, In
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Mid-Century Swiss Willy Guhl "Marmite" Jardiniere Planter
Located in New Orleans, LA
A mid-century Swiss Willy Guhl “Marmite” jardinière planter, featuring the iconic rounded form with
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Mid-Century Swiss Willy Guhl Marmite Planter (Two available)
By Willy Guhl
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Willy Guhl Cauldron or Marmite planter is a striking piece of design, created by Swiss designer
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Concrete Marmite Planters by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic sculptural concrete planters by Willy Guhl. Large jug with handles on both sides and
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$4,480 / set
H 18 in Dm 21 in
20th Century Swiss Pair of Cauldron or Marmite Garden Planters by Willy Guhl
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of vintage Willy Guhl Cauldron-shaped planters elevated of short three legs and two lateral
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1960s "Marmite" Amphora Planters by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in Chicago, IL
Famous "marmite" planters by Swiss designer Willy Guhl produced for Eternity, circa 1960's
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Marmite Cauldron-Form Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in Woodbury, CT
We are huge fans of Willy Guhl garden pieces and have three “Marmite” planters with two different
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Marmite Willy Guhl
Located in SAINTE-MARIE-DU-LAC-NUISEMENT, FR
Marmite Willy Guhl patine.
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Willy Guhl Marmite
By Willy Guhl
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Fleurdetroit presents for your consideration, this Willy Guhl Marmite form. As of the mid-20th
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Pair of Willy Guhl 'Marmite' Cauldron Terracotta Planters
Located in Haywards Heath, GB
Authentic Swiss designer Willy Guhl 'Marmite' style cauldron from 1960s Wonderful original
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Willy Guhl Marmite Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in New Orleans, LA
The Willy Guhl Cauldron or Marmite planter is a striking piece of design, created by Swiss designer
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Willy Guhl Marmite Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
As of the mid-20th century, the work of Willy Guhl was a revolutionary feat of industry and design
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Willy Guhl 'Marmite' Model Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Wichita, KS
designer Willy Guhl. These beautifully weathered planters were produced by Eternit in the 1950s - 1960s
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Willy Guhl 'Marmite' Amphora Planters, Switzerland 1960s (2 Available)
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Gardena, CA
pioneer Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland. These stunning pieces features a classic marmite shape
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A Pair of Willy Guhl 'Marmite' Model Planters, Switzerland, c.1950
By Willy Guhl
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Mid-Century Modern "Marmite" planters designed by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. This iconic
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Willy Guhl Blue 'Marmite' Cauldron Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Haywards Heath, GB
Authentic Swiss designer Willy Guhl 'Marmite' style cauldron from 1960s Wonderful original blue
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Willy Guhl Concrete "Marmite" Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in San Marino, CA
Willy Guhl Concrete "Marmite" planter from the 1960’s.
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Willy Guhl for Eternit, Pair of Cement Planters Model “Marmite”, 1971
By Willy Guhl
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Willy Guhl, attributed to. Eternit, edited by. Pair of planters, or cache-pots, in the shape
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H 17.72 in Dm 18.9 in
Pair Amous Marmite Planters by Swiss Designer Willy Guhl for Eternit Swiss F286
By Willy Guhl
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Famous "Marmite" planters by Swiss designer willy Guhl produced by Eternit in the 50s and 60s
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Willy Guhl Marmite Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Willy Guhl Marmite Planter produced for Eternit AG, circa 1960's is a true masterpiece for
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Pair of Willy Guhl Marmite Cauldron Garden Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Ongar, GB
A gorgeous pair of Willy Guhl Marmite cauldron garden planters with beautiful natural weathering
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Willy Guhl "marmite" Cauldron Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Fleurdetroit presents for your consideration, this fantastic Willy Guhl " marmite" planter with a
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Pair of Willy Guhl Marmite Planters
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of Willy Guhl Marmite Planters – Iconic mid-century Swiss design, these sculptural fiber
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Willy Guhl "Marmite" Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in New Orleans, LA
This impressive 19th-century large terra cotta jardiniere hails from Castelnaudary, a region renowned for its exceptional pottery. The jardiniere boasts a grand, classical shape with...
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Willy Guhl Grey 'Marmite' Cauldron Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Haywards Heath, GB
Authentic Swiss designer Willy Guhl 'Marmite' style cauldron from 1960s Wonderful original grey
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Willy Guhl 1960's Marmite Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Willy Guhl Marmite Planter produced for Eternit AG, circa 1960's is a true masterpiece for
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Mid-Century Modern Willy Guhl Cauldron Shaped Marmite Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Birmingham, AL
A Mid-Century Modern "Marmite" planter designed by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. This iconic piece of
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Willy Guhl for Eternit Concrete Marmite Planters, 1960s
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Willy Guhl for Eternit AG concrete Marmite planters with two handles on both sides
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Pair of Marmite Cauldron Form Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A pair of cement planters by Willy Guhl.
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H 17.72 in Dm 20.48 in
Pair of Famous "Marmite" Planters by Swiss Designer Willy Guhl for Eternit Swiss
By Willy Guhl
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Famous "marmite" planters by Swiss designer Willy Guhl produced by Eternit in the 50s and 60s
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20th Century Swiss Pair of Marmite Cauldron Garden Planters by Willy Guhl
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A set of two vintage Willy Guhl Cauldron-shaped planters elevated of short three legs and two
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Pair of Marmite Cauldron-Form Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in Woodbury, CT
We are huge fans of Willy Guhl garden pieces and this pair of “Marmite” planters has an exceptional
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Pair of Marmite Cauldron-Form Planters Designed by Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in Woodbury, CT
We are huge fans of Willy Guhl garden pieces and these are a pair of “Marmite” planters with
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Vintage Marmite Planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit
By Willy Guhl
Located in AIGNAN, FR
"Marmite" planter designed by Willy Guhl for Eternit editions in the 1960s. Planter iconic by
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$1,361 / item
H 13.39 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Set Antique Vintage Acorn Opaline White Milk Glass Ceiling Pendant Light Lamp
Located in Sale, GB
- A fabulous run of church opaline acorn pendant lights with steel galleries, circa 1950. - Wear commensurate with age, all in excellent condition, the steel galleries are aged worn...
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Willy Guhl Tilted Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tilted concrete "soup-cup" planters by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Great patina and coloring to each planter. Excellent vintage condition. Great planter and standalone sculpture for ...
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Willy Guhl Tilted Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tilted concrete planters by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Wonderful patina and coloring to each planter. Multiple sizes / shapes available.
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$9,650 / set
H 29.5 in W 36 in D 23 in
Set of Mae Solid Wood Nightstands / End Tables with Leather Shelf
By Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae nightstands with shelf by Crump and Kwash This listing is for a pair of new nightstands. Features Solid wood frame / hand turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass p...
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Willy Guhl Goblet Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique concrete planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Planter in the shape of a goblet or drinking cup. Excellent patina and coloring. Great scale. Two available. Priced individuall...
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Willy Guhl Hourglass Pots
By Willy Guhl
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderful collection of concrete hourglass planters by the Swiss Architect, Willy Guhl. Great age, patina and coloring. Iconic sculptural planter or garden object. This listing is fo...
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Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl with great patina and prominent presence. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Excellent patina and vintage condition. ...
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Willy Guhl Cauldron
By Willy Guhl
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderful cauldron "Marmite" planter designed by Willy Guhl for Eternit Fantastic patina with bulbous shape and 2 handles Switzerland, 1960s
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Willy Guhl Cauldron Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic concrete planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit. Made in the shape of a cauldron. Beautiful patina throughout with modulating shades of green, white, and orange lichen. Three fe...
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Willy Guhl Large Tulip Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare large cement tulip planters by Willy Guhl. Switzerland, 1960s. With drainage hole.
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$3,200 / item
H 20 in Dm 31.5 in
Willy Guhl 31" Adjustable 2-Piece Concrete Bowl Planters, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic cement planters by Swiss designer Willy Guhl for Eternit. Pedestal base with massive bowl that sits on top. Bowl can sit flat or angled in a multitude of directions. Great ...
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Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl in a beautiful brick red color. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Excellent patina and vintage condition. Manufactur...
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Decades prior to the mass popularity of neo-industrial cement floors and furniture taking shape, there was Willy Guhl. The Swiss creative is considered one of the first “industrial” designers in his home country. He pioneered a rugged, organic style of modern furniture and decor — stylish planters, shapely seating and lots more — that remains widely coveted by many today.
Guhl was born in 1915 in Stein am Rhein and worked as a carpenter before beginning studies at the Zurich School of Applied Arts (known today as the Zurich University of the Arts), where he would go on to teach for nearly 40 years.
While Guhl is well-known for his range of provocative garden elements as well as his patio and outdoor furniture, today’s legion of mid-century modern enthusiasts are likely familiar with the designer’s iconic Loop chair (introduced in 1954). For this sculptural seat and other furnishings, Guhl tended toward industrial materials, which he bent and shaped into organic forms for a striking juxtaposition. Much of his work is crafted from either concrete or Eternit, a mixture of cement and asbestos developed by the Belgian company Etex, which, in the 1950s, commissioned Guhl and his students at the School of Applied Arts to conceive planters in the material. The resulting vessels — some hourglass-shaped, some in the form of handkerchiefs, all suitable for indoors or exteriors — remain some of Guhl’s most collectible pieces.
Guhl’s affiliation with the Swiss “neo-functional” movement centered on the idea of simplifying design without sacrificing form. According to Guhl, his mission was “achieving the most with the minimum of effort.”
In addition to his work as a designer, Guhl left his mark on subsequent creatives through his 39-year tenure at his alma mater, where he was instructor to the likes of Robert Haussmann, Kurt Thut and Bruno Rey. Modern-day shoppers at IKEA owe Guhl a debt of gratitude too. He was an early advocate of flat-pack furniture, championing its ability to make good design more widely accessible.
At its core, though, Guhl’s work was inherently human-centric: “At the center of my efforts, I put people and their living requirements,” he once said. “My products must be useful to people.” Guhl died in 2004 at the age of 89.
Find a range of vintage Willy Guhl furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
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.