1950s Building and Garden Elements

Rare French wrought iron fireplace set dating from the 1950s, distinguished by an exceptionally graphic and sculptural design. The tall, slender construction, animated by two stylize...

Modernist Wrought Iron Andirons - Pair of Brutalist Andirons - France 1950s Set of 2 andirons entirely made of wrought iron. Typical design of the French Art Deco / Modernist era. ...

Vintage cast stone decorative bowl in the form of a large scallop shell. The deeply molded ribbed form and naturally weathered surface give the piece the appearance of aged architect...

Ugo Trevisan (Officina d’Arte), fireplace, hammered steel, copper, Italy, 1950s The Turin-based atelier Officina d’Arte was established by the Venetian-born metalworker and designe...

A reclaimed French wrought iron overdoor arch from Seurre in Burgundy, dating to the mid-20th century. Formed in a graceful demi-lune silhouette with radiating bars and restrained sc...

Russell Woodard ( Woodard Furniture Company ) Pinecrest 5 piece wrought iron garden patio dining set consisting of four very comfortable & beautifully contoured dining chairs, an...

This is a gorgeous original oven/stove from the famed antique stove brand O'Keefe & Merritt. This is their flagship model Aristocrat Town and Country. T...

This southern bar cart would make a great addition to your home. It is made from bamboo wood and features a vintage finish that gives it an authentic look. It has three shelves, the ...

This three piece outdoor furniture set is a timeless piece of furniture. Composed of durable metal that has been primed and painted and ready to be used on your porch or in your gard...

Set of four planters with matching stands please look at pictures for overall detail and measurements. Feel free to reach out with any questions.

A circa 1950s English planter with handles. Measurements: Height: 7.5" Length: 31.5" Depth: 9.5"

Charming Spanish library step chair crafted from wood, featuring a practical and ingenious folding design. When closed, the piece functions as a compact chair or stool. It can be ea...

A pair of large, heavy and well made Art Deco style andirons made by Wm. H. Jackson Co, NYC, ca' 1950's. Polished brass and wrought iron.

This oversized cast stone garden urn features a series of classical draped figures in procession, evoking ancient Greco-Roman friezes. The wide everted rim is detailed with a leaf-ca...

Solid brass handles Italy 1950 Midcentury wings futurist minimalist gold, remnant of deposition of old manufacture.

This elegant garden bench captures the romanticism of high-Victorian cast-iron design, smartly re-engineered in lightweight, weather-resistant cast aluminum during the mid-20th centu...

Wrought iron firewall from Ateliers Marolles, 1950. Beautiful handcrafted ironwork of animal nature representing Horses, Elephants, Girafe Work of ironwork carried out with the hand....

Large French Wrought-Iron and Heavy Perforated-Metal Fireplace Screen, circa 1940–1950 An important large-scale French fireplace screen of particularly generous width, crafted from wrought iron and heavy perforated metal. With its substantial proportions and strongly defined design, it functions as much as a decorative object in its own right as a practical fireplace accessory. Its composition stands at the crossroads of several stylistic influences. The design retains something of late Art Deco and French Neoclassicism of the 1940s, visible in the overall symmetry, the presence of the framing structure, and the traditional mastery of wrought iron. Yet this discipline is softened by the sensuality of the lines, the free movement of the upper section, and above all by the large, generously coiled scrolls that extend from the uprights and form the feet. These curves give the screen an almost calligraphic presence. The iron appears to unfold freely around the central panel, opposing the regularity of the perforated grid with a succession of fluid, continuous movements. This freedom of form already places the piece firmly within the aesthetic of the 1950s, when French furniture and decorative arts gradually moved away from strict geometry toward more organic and sensual lines. The central panel is not made from thin sheet metal, but from a substantial, heavy-gauge perforated metal, characteristic of a type of construction still strongly associated with the 1940s. Its physical density clearly distinguishes the piece from the much lighter perforated sheets that would later become common. Yet the repeating pierced pattern introduces remarkable transparency and naturally invites comparison with the experiments developed during the 1950s by Mathieu Matégot, particularly his exploration of perforated metal and its ability to visually dematerialize the mass of an object. Placed in front of a fire, this perforated surface comes fully to life: the movement of the flames is seen through the grid and fragmented by the repetition of the pattern, creating a genuine optical effect. As the fire shifts, the points of light appear to move and vibrate across the surface of the screen. The perforated metal therefore acts as a visual filter between the viewer and the flames, producing an almost kinetic effect, constantly animated by their movement. A comparison with Jean Royère may also be suggested in this balance between structure and fantasy: less for the use of perforated metal itself than for the sensuality of the curves, the freedom of the line, and the expressive character of the large scrolls, which transform a functional object into a particularly lively decorative composition. This large fireplace screen...

A pair of Italian 1950s brass door handles with a textured hand hammered finish forming a v-shape.

USA, 1950s Round, smaller scale iron and raffia coffee table. Unknown designer- in the style of pieces by Van Keppel and Green or Luther Conover. This has a few tabs to the iron fram...

Five individual French midcentury iron half moon water fall garden, green house or patio plant pot shelves or decorative stand. Can be used inside or o...

Fantastic Adirondack carved and hand forged iron log holder C1950. Slabs of hardwood, probably oak as its heavy and joined with strips on the inner part of the holder along with the ...

Vintage Cast Stone Sculpture of Michelangelo’s David on Neoclassical Pedestal A substantial vintage cast-stone sculpture reproducing Michelangelo’s celebrated David, presented on a ...

This bathroom set includes a pedestal sink, a ceramic decorated toilet, and a bidet, complete with original period fixtures such as two soap holders and a matching lamp, all crafted ...

A late 19th Century Victorian manner profusely veined fireplace surround in Filetto Rosso marble. A plain shelf sits above an unadorned frieze, flanked by wide jambs with raised bul...

Mid-century Italian handles in solid brass rational minimal design gold.

USA, 1950s Pair of iron hoop chairs with woven seats and backs. Unknown designer, in the style of Van Keppel & Green or Luther Conover. Sculptural form...

Fabulous wall fountain or planter in aluminum. Cast lions Head and Patterson London 1893. Lots of patina on this one, peeling white paint. In excellent vinta...

Fabulous 36inch round patio table suitable indoors or out. Iron base with brass ornaments supporting a milk glass top framed in brass. Exceptional piece with patina to brass and pain...

Elevate the aesthetic of your home with this exquisite Set of Six Door Handles in Brass & Abalone Shell designed and manufactured in Mexico Distrito Federal by Peñoles. The handles w...

Pair of Van Keppel-Green “VKG” Model 864 Club Chairs, California, 1953 Pair of handwoven rattan Model 864 club chairs by Van Keppel-Green, California, 1953. Each chair features a wov...

Two very distinct and elegant Finnish Mid 20th century door pulls in brass and oak wood. The handles feature a ribbon like strip of brass with a wooden part along the handle. Very pr...

Vintage Russell woodard stackable wrought iron table set of 3. The large measures 16.38" high, 19.63" deep and 19.63" wide. The medium measures 15.13" high, 16" wide, 16" deep. The s...

A large Victorian style cast iron arched fireplace insert with a central high relief cartouche, a generous outer plate, complete with its original bars and ash pan...

Vintage Russell Woodard Sculptura wrought iron Bar Tea Service Cart . If you are in the New Jersey, New York City Metro Area, please contact us with your delivery zipcode, as we may...

1761 Pair hand made iron rocking sun and moon moving eyes table garden ornaments Heavy iron ball counterweight enables sun and moon to rock Price is for a pair

This French mid-20th C. limestone type composite stone garden figure of Hercules has a strong, classical presence, standing in contrapposto with his large club held at his side and t...

Fantastic pair of concrete mushrooms, made in France circa 1950s. Both mushrooms boast a magnificent, authentic outdoor patina. They feature heavy, natural weathering with a beautifu...

Sculptural concrete planter or basin designed by Willy Guhl, a famous Swiss designer and then edited by Eternit in 1950. In the 1950s, marked by designers' growing interest in innova...

Classic Modernist Pair Russell Woodard or John Salterini , (COULD NOT FIND EXACT FORM) Wrought Iron Outdoor Garden / Patio Chairs - super quality iron construction and classic sculpt...

This weathered composition stone statue depicts a maiden holding flowers or a draped garment. The patina of moss and age adds texture and depth. Its classical pose and softened conto...

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Russell Woodard for Woodard mesh Sculptura high back lounge chairs. Older green paint, shows some wear, loss to paint. Can be sandblasted, dipped in rust-p...

This black set of 1950s patio chairs brings sculptural iron work to an outdoor setting, made in Italy. Built for durability as much as style, the pieces hold up beautifully to daily ...

Early 'Monumental' concrete flower pot with original saucer by Swiss designer and architect, Willy Guhl. 1950's design. Solid concrete made in Switzerland 1950 - 1959. Produced by Et...

Fantastic iron bench seat by Maurizio Tempestini for Salterini C1955 in flat black. Orange slice with its well known curves is an icon in the outdoor furniture world. In excellent v...

Pair of midcentury Italian solid crass handles, 1950s.

BG GALLERIES Rites of Spring Sale Vintage 1950s Woodard baby blue painted wrought iron seating group consisting of a pair of bouncer armchairs and a two-seat settee. Dimensions: Chairs Height 28” Width 24” Depth 28” Seat Height...

A striking pair of Turkish hammered brass water pots, notable for their Brancusi-like sculptural shapes—clean, organic, and elegantly simplified, evoking the modernist master’s timel...

Cool door handles in teak by Teka Alingsås, ca 1950's. Signed with makers mark. Wear and patina consistent with age and use, scratches, blemishes and a crack as seen on the last pict...

1950s Set of flared wings Italian Sculptural hardware Brass Door Pulls Drawer handles. 4 pieces in set. Lovely design Italy Mid Century Modern. 6.75 W x...

Paolo De Poli multicolored enameled copper door handle, Italian, 1950s. These handles are suitable for glass doors.

Antique bronze, "The Circus Clown" signed by Joseph Joe Brown. This sculpture is a dynamic piece with great patina. The detailing of the ruffles on th...

Spectacular hand crafted with broken and available elements of which really didnt have a function prior. Assembled a piece at at a time so you can appreciate the time spent. Wonderfu...

We offer this folding screen made in solid frames of mahogany wood with brass details, circa 1950.

Pair of classic vintage modern industrial Harry Bertoia style metal wire side chairs. Use them for office chairs, dining chairs or extra chairs where nee...

Delightful stone column garden or yard decoration. Nice original vintage condition. A nice addition to your yard, garden or pool area. Found at an Esta...

A substantial hardwood Palladian manner fireplace surround. A moulded top shelf, with dental check below- a wrap around top cornice of carved egg & dart moulding, below a Bolection s...

Architectural ribbed “grill” façade element designed by Jean Prouvé and manufactured by Compagnie industrielle du matériel de transport in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France, 1957. This panel...

A beautiful and luxurious pair of andirons, French Classics, NeoClassical, Shabby-Chic, wrought iron structures with a classical architectural bronze decoration, to be attributed, F...

Rare 1950s planter bowl designed by Swiss neo-functionalist and Industrial Design Pioneer Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland. Sculpted from fiber cement which has slowly weathere...