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Garden Ornaments For Sale
Monumental Large Concrete Trompe L'oeil Sculpture Ghost Handkerchief Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An organic modern monumental sculptural concrete or cement handkerchief planter. Fabulous for either indoor or outdoor use, this vessel is very heavy and thick. The base is flat and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Aesthetic Movement Garden Ornaments
Materials
Concrete, Cement
China Extra Large Natural Marble Stone "Painting" Magnificent Mountain Peak
Located in South Burlington, VT
This Chinese extraordinary natural marble stone painting of a mountain range in green and white colors is called a dream stone Shih-hua.
It is a huge monumental masterwork of nature. Totally natural.
Dimensions:
Hardwood frame: 62.5 inches tall and 88 inches length
Site: 54.5 inches tall and 80 inches length
This thin marble stone painting is approximately 3/8 inch thick and is cut from a large slab of rough material revealing a unique, incredible pattern in soft green and white colors.
This unique work of art was from historic Dali marble found in the Cangshan mountains of western China. These mysterious mountains, unique in the world, are known for yielding incredible and fantastic natural landscaped works of art created over tens of millions of years from mineral inclusions that affected the process of ancient organic material which transformed into limestone and finally resulted in marble- a metamorphic hard stone.
This art form is centuries of years old since the Ming dynasty. Dream stones became favored art in the west particularly since the 19th century when French collectors named them Pierres de reve.
History of Green Flower dream stone paintings:
“Green Flower” dream stone paintings known in China as Shui Mo or Chinese painting stone, were cut from stone found on Shuang Yang mountain in Dali moutains Captivating compositions, they might remind us of a long string of rugged mountain caps from a distance. These dream stones are cut from a scarce regional stone yielding notoriously “fuzzy” detailed paintings. To find examples possessing clear, contrasting detail like this one is indeed a rare find. Fine stone paintings like this example are rare as access to and availability of resource material diminishes. After a thin coating of wax is carefully applied to its surface to protect and reveal its beautiful subtle colors, this stone painting is signed upper right position with poetic verse and seal of an artisan who describes its majestic beauty as
Provenance: Private Chinese collection, Yunnan, China.
Reference: Dreaming of Dreamstones China’s Extraordinary Natural Stone Paintings, Schneible Fine Arts. Dreaming of Dreamstones – World’s first comprehensive English text publication covers China’s extraordinary natural Stone Paintings, by author and dream stone lecturer Douglas Schneible...
Category
20th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments
Materials
Marble
Japanese Colorful Hand Painted Rooster Garden lighting Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese hand crafted and painted rooster garden lighting lantern decorative sculpture
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Cast Stone Eagle Sculpture
Located in Memphis, TN
Cast Stone Eagle Sculpture with wonderful patina. Another identical available (both right facing)
Category
Mid-20th Century American Garden Ornaments
Materials
Cast Stone
19th Century Antique Water Well of French Limestone
Located in Made, NL
Beautiful antique well from the 19th century! One side of this well is not original, but we have found a very nice alternative that fits exactly with the whole!
Category
19th Century French Other Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Limestone
Willy Guhl Square Flower Pot
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Square concrete planter by Willy Guhl. Made in Switzerland in the 1960s. Great condition. Original coloring and patina. Classic square planter...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Cement
China Huge Stunning Natural Marble Stone "Painting" Magnificent Mountain Peaks
Located in South Burlington, VT
This Chinese extraordinary natural marble stone painting of a mountain range in green and white colors is called a dream stone Shih-hua.
It is a huge monumental masterwork of nature. Totally natural.
Dimensions:
Hardwood frame: 62 inches tall and 88.5 inches length
Site: 54 inches tall and 80.5 inches length
This marble stone painting is approximately 3/8 inch thick and is cut from a large slab of rough material revealing a unique, incredible pattern in soft green and white colors.
This unique work of art was from historic Dali marble found in the Cangshan mountains of western China. These mysterious mountains, unique in the world, are known for yielding incredible and fantastic natural landscaped works of art created over tens of millions of years from mineral inclusions that affected the process of ancient organic material which transformed into limestone and finally resulted in marble- a metamorphic hard stone.
This art form is centuries of years old since the Ming dynasty. Dream stones became favored art in the west particularly since the 19th century when French collectors named them Pierres de reve.
History of Green Flower dream stone paintings...
Category
20th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments
Materials
Marble
1930s Spanish "Lebrillo" Large Green Glazed Ceramic Bowl
Located in Marbella, ES
Rustic 1930s Spanish "lebrillo" large green glazed ceramic bowl or basin used in farmhouse kitchens.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Garden Ornaments
Materials
Ceramic
China Extra Large Natural Marble Stone "Painting" Magnificent Mountain Peak
Located in South Burlington, VT
This Chinese extraordinary natural marble stone painting of a mountain range in green and white colors is called a dream stone Shih-hua.
It is a monumental masterwork of nature. Totally natural.
Dimensions:
Hardwood frame: 54 inches tall and 73 inches length
Site: 46 inches tall and 65 inches length
This thin marble stone painting is approximately 3/8 inch thick and is cut from a large slab of rough material revealing a unique, incredible pattern in soft green and white colors.
This unique work of art was from historic Dali marble found in the Cangshan mountains of western China. These mysterious mountains, unique in the world, are known for yielding incredible and fantastic natural landscaped works of art created over tens of millions of years from mineral inclusions that affected the process of ancient organic material which transformed into limestone and finally resulted in marble- a metamorphic hard stone.
This art form is centuries of years old since the Ming dynasty. Dream stones became favored art in the west particularly since the 19th century when French collectors named them Pierres de reve.
History of Green Flower dream stone paintings:
“Green Flower” dream stone paintings known in China as Shui Mo or Chinese painting stone, were cut from stone found on Shuang Yang mountain in Dali moutains Captivating compositions, they might remind us of a long string of rugged mountain caps from a distance. These dream stones are cut from a scarce regional stone yielding notoriously “fuzzy” detailed paintings. To find examples possessing clear, contrasting detail like this one is indeed a rare find. Fine stone paintings like this example are rare as access to and availability of resource material diminishes. After a thin coating of wax is carefully applied to its surface to protect and reveal its beautiful subtle colors, this stone painting is signed upper right position with poetic verse and seal of an artisan who describes its majestic beauty as
Provenance: Private Chinese collection, Yunnan, China.
Reference: Dreaming of Dreamstones China’s Extraordinary Natural Stone Paintings, Schneible Fine Arts. Dreaming of Dreamstones – World’s first comprehensive English text publication covers China’s extraordinary natural Stone Paintings, by author and dream stone lecturer Douglas Schneible...
Category
20th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments
Materials
Marble
French Cast Stone Musical Putti Garden Ornament Seated on Sphere Plinth, C. 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
French cast stone musical tambourine putti garden ornament seated on a sphere form with a squared plinth, and decorative sash. Mid-19th century.
Category
1840s French Louis Philippe Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Cast Stone
French 19th Century Jardiniere - Porte Plante
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming later 19th century Jardiniere - Porte Plante from the South of France. Beautifully constructed from painted iron. A wonderful accent piece for any interior or garden. T...
Category
19th Century French Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Signed Copper and Brass Pitcher with Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful pitcher of hammered brass with a copper lip and fittings. The piece is a compliment to any shelf, work station or garden area. Water your plants or serve delicacies, from...
Category
Early 20th Century American Classical Garden Ornaments
Materials
Brass, Copper
Colossal Limestone Planter
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Compliment the natural beauty of your garden or patio with this gorgeous limestone planter, a true statement piece of artisan craftsmanship. Expertly hand-carved from durable, weathe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Garden Ornaments
Materials
Limestone
Large Round Cast Iron Planter with Greek Motif
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Large Round Cast Iron Planter with Greek Motif. Nice size. 16 1/2" in diameter by 10" tall. Great original surface.
Category
1990s American Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Antique Boot Scraper, English, Pull, Coalbrookdale, Art Nouveau, circa 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique boot scraper. An English, cast iron pull by Coalbrookdale in Art Nouveau taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890...
Category
Late 19th Century British Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
French Garden Stone
Located in Dallas, TX
French Garden Stone
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is ...
Category
20th Century French Provincial Garden Ornaments
Materials
Stone
Pair of brown glazed ceramic elephants, garden stools or plant holders, China
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Pretty pair of very decorative garden stools or plant stands or side tables in the shape of Asian elephants.
Hand painted ceramic.
The elephants are in ceremonial dress...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Early 18th Century Sphinx Florence around 1700 Sandstone Garden and Park Object
Located in Epfach, DE
Sphinx from Florence of the Early 18th Century: A Symbol of Grace and Power
The Sphinx, crafted around 1700 in Florence from sandstone, is a captivating example of garden and park a...
Category
Early 17th Century Italian Egyptian Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Sandstone
Hagenauer watering can vienna around 1950s ( marked )
Located in Wien, AT
Hagenauer watering can vienna around 1950s ( marked )
Brass polished and stove enameled
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Brass
Vintage Fleur de Lis Wrought Iron Garden Trellis
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful French country vintage iron garden trellis with Fleur de lis. This piece will add charm to your country house garden.
USA, Late 20th C...
Category
Late 20th Century American Country Garden Ornaments
Materials
Wrought Iron
Original Painted Cast Iron Parrots Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing Hubley original painted parrots door stop in cast iron and has a wonderful patina. This door stop is quite heavy and would be a great piece inside the front of your home !
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Acanthus Leaf Weathered Garden Planter
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Acanthus leaf weathered garden planter
A good early 20th century planter, it is well weathered and has drainage in the centre, the urn separates in...
Category
Early 20th Century Belle Époque Garden Ornaments
Materials
Cement
Massive Willy Guhl Elephant Ear Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Massive fiber cement elephant ear planter by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. 5 available in incredible varying colors and patinas. Incredible design featuring a wide body tha...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Cement
Concrete Dove Garden Ornament, England 20th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
This beautiful concrete stone dove garden ornament has a modest and graceful design that brings a sense of peace and serenity to your outdoor decor. The dove is perched on a rock wit...
Category
1970s English Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Concrete
Antique Cast Bronze English Regency Lion Head Garden Wall Mounted Fountain Plate
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cast Bronze English Regency Lion Head Garden Wall Mounted Fountain Plate. Item features heavy cast bronze construction, remarkable detail, wei...
Category
Early 20th Century Regency Garden Ornaments
Materials
Bronze
Set of Three 18th Century English Staddle Stones
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderful set of three 18th century English carved limestone staddle stones with the most wonderful aged surfaces, natural lichens, and wear that only 300 years of use can bestow. ...
Category
18th Century English Rustic Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Limestone
Frank Lloyd Wright Style Arts and Crafts Prairie School Cement Planter Pots
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of large heavy cast cement planter pots. Very much in the Frank Lloyd Wright Prairie nSchool style.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Garden Ornaments
Materials
Cement
Vintage Pair of Art Deco Style Whippet Statues
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic pair of vintage Art Deco style whippet statues in the seated position, cast and coated in a black gloss finish.
Category
20th Century Art Deco Garden Ornaments
Materials
Concrete
Pair of Concrete Shepherd Dogs, English mid 20th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
This exquisite pair of mid-20th-century concrete dogs, painted in a weathered white finish, exudes timeless elegance with an honest patina. Crafted in En...
Category
1960s English Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Concrete
Wrought Iron Plant Stand att. to Salterini c 1900/1930's
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Stylish wrought iron plant stand attributed to Salterini. The stand is in good, original, vintage estate condition, structurally sound and sturdy, free of adage or repairs, the surfa...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Garden Ornaments
Materials
Wrought Iron
Cast Iron Crucifix
Located in Round Top, TX
Cast iron crucifix. Great casting and quality.
Category
1910s French Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Art Deco Bauhaus Watering Can in Massive Brass, 1930s / 1940s Germany with beautiful patina.
We have a second handmade watering can on offer, s...
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Brass
Horse Weathervane on Cupola
Located in Sheffield, MA
Great farmhouse antique sheet metal horse weathervane on wooden cupola.
Category
19th Century American Country Antique Garden Ornaments
19th Century Terracotta Olive Storage Urn Mid Eastern European
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful urn which was most likely created in the late part of the 19th century. Used for storage and transportation. Amazing color and patina. Top opening...
Category
1880s Turkish Primitive Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Clay, Terracotta
Pair of White Granite Urns on Faux Marble Pedestals
Located in Hudson, NY
A pair of carved white granite classical urns with floral decoration on the bodies. Custom-made marbleized wood pedestals.
Measure: urns are 26.5 tall...
Category
19th Century French Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Granite
Vintage Gold and White Floral Garden Seat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage white and gold chinoiserie style garden seat. The design consists of large white blooms with gilt vines and leaves. Diameter of top is 12".
Category
20th Century Garden Ornaments
Materials
Porcelain
Early 17th Century Stone Flower Vases
Located in Vosselaar, BE
These so called 'Boucquets' were hand-carved in the early 17th century by French craftsmen. As the Baroque style found its French translation with Louis XIV architects and designers ...
Category
Late 17th Century French Baroque Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Sandstone
Antique Cast Iron Statue of a Praying Child
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual mid 19th century antique cast iron statue of a praying child, sourced from the property of the English author known as John le Carré. Beautifully cast, it is a charming or...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Stone, Metal, Iron
Hand Carved Stone Column Base Pedestal Sculpture Doorstop Decorative Element LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Stone Column Base pedestal Sculpture Doorstop Decorative Element LA . Nicely hand carved 17th century Renaissance stone column base appli...
Category
17th Century French Renaissance Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Stone
English Midcentury Lead Bird Bath Depicting a Shell with Squirrel and Bird
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English lead bird bath from the mid 20th century, with squirrel and bird sitting on a shell. Created in England during the midcentury period, this le...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments
Materials
Lead
Pair of Striking Vintage Cement Obelisk Shaped Fruit Basket Garden Sculptures
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely pair of vintage cement garden ornaments depicting fruit piled high in obelisk forms. Original vestiges of white paint.
Category
1950s American Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Cement
Victoria Littlejohn California Pottery Seahorse Sculpture
Located in Ferndale, MI
A handmade 1970s terra cotta earthenware seahorse sculpture created by California studio potter Victoria Littlejohn. An early and uncommon piece from the artist. Cork backing with leather loop for wall hanging. Very good vintage condition. Unsigned.
Victoria Littlejohn is an American potter...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Terracotta, Art Glass, Cork
Mammouth Brutalist Wall Garden Sculpture
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal Brutalist sculpture in the form of a wind blown tree. The sculpture has a wrought iron tree trunk and branches with copper leaves, it is designed to be installed on a wall...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Garden Ornaments
Materials
Copper, Wrought Iron
English Mahogany Stick Barometer Signed T. Taylor London
Located in Savannah, GA
Stick Barometer signed T. Taylor London featuring mahogany case with bone plinth, inlay and knob. Broken arch pediment above a flush-glass door, enclosing register plate and thermometer. Fully restored and calibrated by Julian Gibbard, Harpers Ferry...
Category
Early 1800s English George III Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Brass
Peter Lipman-Wulf Sculptural Vessel
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural, hand-formed vessel of painted and glazed clay, likely for use as a bird bath, by German/American artist and educator Peter Lipman-Wulf. Born i...
Category
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Clay
Sergio Bustamante Flamingo Standing Sculpture
Located in Westport, CT
Sergio Bustamante Large standing handmade Flamingo Sculpture
Category
20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper, Enamel, Metal
Art Deco Brass Can with Wicker Handle Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco brass can with wicker handle around 1920s
Polished and stove enameled.
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Brass
Prickly Pear Cactus Sculpture / Table Base
Located in Denton, TX
Metal Prickly pear cactus sculpture / table base is stunning in it's presence, very artistic in the design for this table base. original finish with normal wear for its age.
Category
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Garden Ornaments
Materials
Metal, Steel
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...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Concrete
Vintage French Country Iron Garden Armillary Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage iron garden armillary sundial
USA, Late 20th Century
Measures: 13.5"W x 12.75"D x 20.5"H
Very good vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
1950s Spanish Complete Handmade Iron Boat Anchor
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s Spanish Complete Handmade Iron Boat Anchor.
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
A Pair of Large Weathered Decorative Rectangular Planters
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Large Weathered Decorative Rectangular Planters
These are superb large planters and are decorated with Swags and Crests in the 19th Century style they have plenty of room ...
Category
1960s Adam Style Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Cast Stone
Brass Watering Can Vienna Around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Brass watering can vienna around 1960s
Polished and stove enameled.
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Brass
Unique Antique Weather Vane Dated 1725
Located in Kramfors, SE
Unique antique weather vane in handwrought iron. The weather vane is dated ‘1725’ and the plaque with the dating is made from copper. It is very u...
Category
Early 18th Century Swedish Antique Garden Ornaments
Materials
Wrought Iron
Very Rare Brass Watering Can with Movable Spider, 1950s, Austria
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Very rare brass watering can with a small spider as decoration.
Category
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Brass
Concrete Dove Garden Ornament, England 20th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
This beautiful concrete stone dove garden ornament has a modest and graceful design that brings a sense of peace and serenity to your outdoor decor. The dove is perched on a rock wit...
Category
1970s English Vintage Garden Ornaments
Materials
Concrete
Terracotta Asian Inspired Garden Stool Table or Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Garden Stool of terracotta -also works well as a side table, martini or cigar table or as a stand... vibrant colors makes this a compliment to many settings outdoor or inside. An Asi...
Category
20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments
Materials
Terracotta
Italian Renaissance Style Wrought Iron Wishing Stone Well Head and Base
Located in Rome, IT
A fine Italian carved limestone and wrought iron wishing well head from the Veneto area.
Great decoration for your garden.
It may also be used as a planter. The octagonal base diamet...
Category
20th Century European Renaissance Garden Ornaments
Materials
Limestone
Vintage, New and Antique Garden Ornaments
Vintage, new and antique garden ornaments and classical statues can help elevate your outdoor space. The right decorative touch can accentuate the areas you’ve set aside for outdoor meals and garden parties as well as create a welcome, relaxing environment for guests and family.
In ancient civilizations, garden ornaments and statues were symbolic of religious devotion, conveyed wealth and social class, and eventually were used primarily as decoration. Today, the addition of antique garden ornaments can still elevate garden decor and help personalize an outdoor entertaining area. Finding the right decorative elements and deciding where to integrate them can greatly enhance the visual impact of your home’s exterior and transform your landscape design.
Over time, artists have used ceramic, iron, stone and metal to cast garden ornaments such as porcelain urns, cast-iron lanterns, stone obelisks and marble seating. Positioning antique and vintage garden ornaments amid meticulously manicured greenery can help render more prominent the beauty of the outdoor space you’ve tended over the years. We promise that your brightly colored flowers and other plants will pop against the antique building and garden elements you’ve introduced to your outdoor space.
Nestling a garden bench or other garden furniture near statues or an antique fountain proves welcoming to guests, offering a place to appreciate the work you’ve done on your outdoor space or to enjoy a cocktail in the open air. A large statue in the corner of the garden can draw attention to an area that might otherwise go overlooked, while a grouping of smaller statues can create a similar effect in a less-traveled corner of the yard.
Exterior design matters. Express your individuality and emphasize the natural beauty of an outdoor space with a collection of antique and vintage garden ornaments on 1stDibs that includes modern garden ornaments, Art Deco fixtures, Victorian ornaments and more.