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Crucible Planter Pot Vessel
About the Item
A Crucible transformed into a planter offers a unique and unconventional way to showcase plants and bring an Industrial touch to your space. Traditionally used in metalworking and chemistry, a Crucible is a container made of a heat-resistant Material like ceramic or metal.
Repurposing a Crucible as a planter adds a distinct and intriguing aesthetic to your garden or indoor plant display. Its original purpose as a vessel for extreme heat makes it durable and resistant, perfect for holding soil and plants.
The Crucible's shape and design contribute to its visual appeal. With its deep cylindrical or conical form and a wide opening, it provides ample space for plants to grow and thrive. The rugged texture and weathered patina of the Crucible add character and charm to the overall composition.
The Crucible's Material, such as ceramic or metal, offers unique benefits for plant health and aesthetics. Ceramic crucibles provide good insulation, retaining moisture and regulating temperature, creating a favourable environment for plant roots. Metal crucibles, on the other hand, can add an Industrial and rustic vibe to your plant display.
When using a Crucible as a planter, it's important to ensure proper drainage. Drilling or creating holes in the bottom of the Crucible allows excess water to escape, preventing waterlogging and maintaining healthy roots.
Repurposing a Crucible as a planter is an opportunity to merge the worlds of industry and nature, creating a captivating juxtaposition. Its robust construction, intriguing shape, and potential for creative display make it an exceptional choice for plant enthusiasts looking for a distinctive and conversation-starting piece for their garden or interior.
Photographed with faux Orchid and sitting atop an Eames chair for scale.
- Dimensions:Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Diameter: 10 in (25.4 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Oklahoma City, OK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1673234419612
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