Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
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Style: Neoclassical
Classical Style Gray Planters - A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Pair of Classical metal planters with wreath motif. A pair of American Neoclassical style metal planters with grey patinated color, laurel wreath motifs, acorns and ball feet. This ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal
19th Century Pair of English Stone Planters
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This classic pair of English rectangular planters are the perfect addition to your garden or sunny interior. Made of reconstituted stone with geometric trellis motif for a touch of s...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
Vintage Cherub or Putti Terracotta Planter or Urn by Bitossi Filippo - Italy
By Bitossi
Located in St. Louis, MO
Wonderful vintage Bitossi Filippo - Italy red terracotta garden planter, urn or flower pot decorated with a continuous frieze of dancing putti / cerubs carrying fruity festoons. Stam...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
19th Century Large Cast Iron Garden Urn
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A superb example of a late 19th century garden urn, in the classical French style. This elegant planter features a heavy, cast-iron construction, drop ring handles, a raised pedestal base and an attractive, grey-laquered finish. ‘Feuilles d’eau’ adorn the rim, with gadrooning encircling the lower half. This would make an ideal focal point in a formal garden layout.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical French Circular Garden Jardiniere
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French circular garden Jardiniere planter with an ornamental classical relief of cherubs around.
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cast Stone
Monumental Concrete French Garden Planters or Urns with, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A monumental pair of neoclassical style concrete garden planters or urns. The edges of each are in a trompe l'oeil style and give the illusion of ruffled fabric. The sides of the bod...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete
Two Large French Concrete Neoclassical Planters, a Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of two very large classical concrete planters. This set will be fabulous flanking a front door, on a patio, or in a garden. We also love the i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete
Tall Neoclassical Style Faux Bois Cherub Planter or Jardinière in Dark Gray
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall neoclassial style Jardinière with cherub handles. This pretty planter is tall, and deep gray in color. It stands upon a square base and features two faux bois handles with sma...
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20th Century North American Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Fiberglass, Plaster
Large Roman Style Figural Bronze Jardinière / Planter
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large Roman Style Figural Bronze Jardinière /Planter. Bronze Planter / Jardinière features a Cow driven Cart with figures on both. Intricate wreath motif rim symbolizes honor or eter...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Bronze
Large Capagna Form Pair of Black Cast Iron Planters Urns
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic capagna form black cast iron urn planters having impressive scale and style.
Category
1940s English Vintage Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Large Italian Bitossi Red Terracotta Cherub Putti Garden Planter Flower Pot
By Bitossi
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Italian Bitossi Red Terracotta Cherub Putti Garden Planter Flower Pot. Item features decorated with frieze of dancing putti carrying fruity festoons, marked with Bitossi manufa...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Cast Iron French Classical Style Urn Form Outdoor Garden Planter with Faces
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast iron French Classical style urn form 17" outdoor garden planter with faces. Item features heavy cast iron construction, double handles, drapes and faces to sides, shapely urn fo...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Pair of Monumental Cast Iron Garden Urns 53.5"H
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
A Gorgeous Pair of Palatial Cast Iron Garden Urns. Measuring an impressive 53.5" in height. Each massive sits atop a separate pedestal that measures 17"H x 20"'D. The urns measure 36...
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1930s American Vintage Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Henri Studio Concrete Cement Small Round Classical Cherub Garden Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henri studio concrete cement small 11" round classical cherub garden planter pot. Approx 45 lbs. Item features Late 20th Century. Measurements: 9" H x 11...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
Cast Iron French Style Round Garden Campana Urn Outdoor Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron 28" French Style Round Garden Campana Urn Outdoor Planter Pot. Item features heavy cast iron construction, desirable weathered patina, leafy scrollwork design, raised pedes...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Pair of 19th Century Neoclassical Iron Garden Urns by Val d'Osne Foundry, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of mid-19th century Neoclassical footed cast iron planters/garden urns by Val d'Osne Foundry, France
By: Val d'Osne Foundry
Material: ir...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal, Iron
Bronze Planter of Boy Holding Urn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bronze life sized statue of boy holding urn.
There is a hole at the bottom that may be used as a water drain when being used as a garden planter. There i...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Bronze
Very Large French Silvered Bronze Jardinière in the Manner of Christofle
By Christofle
Located in London, GB
Very large French silvered bronze jardinière in the manner of Christofle
French, Late 19th Century
Height 45cm, width 102cm, depth 56cm
This stunning silvered bronze jardinière is...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Bronze
Large Roman Marble Neoclassical Cistern or Planter from Carcassonne Castle
Located in Essex, MA
Large Carved Roman Marble Cistern from Carcassonne Castle in Marblehead, MA. Carved Classical Scene of Sea Centaurs, Hippocamps and Water Gods and Goddesses.
An open mouthed dolphin once allowed water to escape from one side.
Carcassonne Castle is a 23 room Stone Castle built in 1935 during the Great Depression...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Marble, Sandstone
Pair of Antique Heavy Stone French Planters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of antique French planters with cherubs. One has more patina than the other (see images). These are a very heavy stone material. Perhaps l...
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
Set of Three Terracotta Pots
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A beautiful set of three, unglazed terracotta olive jar plant pots from Turkey, circa 1930, by way of England. In classic amphora profile, each vessel has a gracefully curved shape, ...
Category
20th Century English Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of 19th Century French Neoclassical Polished Iron Garden Urn Planters
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in France circa 1880 in the neoclassical style, the antique planters have a stately, elegant style. Each round vase stands on a circular base over foot, and features a flared...
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Pair Monumental French Cast Chateau Urns, “Vases du Printemps”
Located in Dallas, TX
These huge urns, cast in France from crushed stones and cement measure an astounding 63 inches tall. They are nearly the same dimension as the original “Vase...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cast Stone, Cement
Cast Iron Campana Form Garden Urns, A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Pair of Late 19th Century/Early 20th Century Cast Iron Campana-Form Garden Urns. They have a broad, outwardly flared rim, flanking acanthus side handles, and a bulbous lower body. ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron Low and Wide Round French Style Outdoor Garden Planter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast iron low and wide 34" round French style outdoor garden planter. Item features heavy cast iron construction, unique low and wide form, deco...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Large Cast Iron Wide French Victorian Campana Urn Garden Planter w Handles B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large cast iron 48" wide French Victorian campana urn outdoor garden planter with handles (white). Item features large impressive size, heavy cast iron construction, ornate double ha...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Vtg Henri Studio Concrete Cement Round Classical Cherub Garden Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Henri Studio concrete cement 15" round Classical cherub garden planter pot. Approx 70 lbs, circa late 20th century.
Measurements: 12" Height x 1...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
Cast Iron Low and Wide Round French Classic Style Outdoor Garden Urn Planter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron Low and Wide 38" Round French Classical Style Outdoor Garden Urn Planter. Item features heavy cast iron construction, unique low and wide...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Impressive Pr. Cast Stone Columns with Jardiniere Tops
Located in New York, NY
Impressive pair of cast stone Roman Doric style columns each having a cast stone Campania from jardiniere, planter mount. The planters are removable if you have other design schemes ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cast Stone
Pair of Large 19th Century Neoclassical Iron Garden Urns – Painted White
Located in Milano, IT
This stunning pair of large neoclassical iron garden urns, crafted in the 19th century, showcases timeless elegance and grandeur. Painted ...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Pair of Swedish Venus Rising Urn Planters by Ivar Johnsson
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing and rare pair of cast iron urn planters or jardinaires designed by Ivar Johnsson (Swedish 1885-1970) for Nafveqvarns Bruk. The urns feature a large, thick cast iron form wit...
Category
20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Pair of Large Early 20th Century Campana Urn Planters
Located in CA, CA
A pair of ornate early 20th century urn planters, each on a pedestal base, with twin handles and a thick ring shaped like a loop of rope through each handle, and formed, like the bod...
Category
Early 20th Century British Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cast Stone
19th Century French Neoclassical Cast Iron Garden Jardiniere Planter Centerpiece
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique 19th-Century French cast iron jardiniere or planter with the lovely original surface and patina. This beautiful jardiniere is nice large size, heavy and well cast,...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Antique 16th C. Carved Istrian Stone Trough
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique carved Istrian stone basin.
Dating to circa 1600-1700, this charming trough has certainly stood the test of home, showcasing a desirable weat...
Category
Early 17th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone
Pair of Mid-Century Italian Carved Marble Flute Garden Urns Planters
Located in Dallas, TX
Crafted in Italy circa 1950 in the neoclassical style and made of hand carved granite, the antique stone planters have a stately, elegant style. Each vase stands on a square base ove...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Granite, Marble
Enormous Tall Rustic French Neoclassical Concrete Garden Planters, a Set of 2
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A set of two large rustic French concrete garden planters. This pair of garden planters sit upon square concrete bases. The fluted sides feature scalloped stylized decorations. This pair will be fabulous flanking a front door, or on a patio. We also love the idea of filling them with ice and Veuve or Moët champagne...
Category
Late 20th Century North American Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Concrete
Very Large Italian Patinated Bronze and Carved Wood Sculptural Jardinières
Located in London, GB
Very large Italian patinated bronze and carved wood sculptural jardinières
Italian, c. 1874
Jardinières: Height 93cm, diameter 75cm
Base: Height 87cm, diameter 62cm
Overall: Height ...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Bronze
A Pair of Neoclassical Lead Urns Planters
Located in Bradenton, FL
Late 19th century pair of neoclassical urn form planters with two figural handles and putti relief. Attractive weathered grey patination. Can be planted i...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Lead
Monumental Vintage Pair of Black Cast Iron English Planters Urns on Plinths
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Monumental very large vintage pair of black cast iron urns planters from England that rest on 14" square plinths. Two pieces. Hole in inte...
Category
1940s English Vintage Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Antique Cast Terracotta Figural 28" Cherub Putti Garden Planter Pots, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cast Terracotta Figural 28" Cherub Putti garden planter Pots - a Pair. Item features cast terracotta construction, figural cherub forms with planter pots resting on shoulders...
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Terracotta
Cast Iron English Style Round Lion Heads Black Outdoor Garden Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast iron English style 20" round lion heads black outdoor garden planter pot. Item features heavy cast iron construction, reticulated lion heads, desirable weathered finish, unique ...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Blue Jasperware Two-Piece Bulb Pot
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique 19th century French blue and white jasperware two-piece bulb pot. Removable lid with holes. Medium blue Jasperware with all over neoclassical detailin...
Category
19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Pottery
Antique J.W. Fiske Attr. French Cast Iron Urn Garden Planter with Twin Handles
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique J.W. Fiske attr. French cast iron urn garden planter with twin handles. Item features original weathered/distressed finish, leafy edges, ornate handles, cast iron constructio...
Category
19th Century North American Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical Brass Cachepot Planter with Ram's Heads
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning neoclassical style brass cachepot planter with ram's head handles.
circa late 20th century.
Measures: 14"W x 8.25"D x 8.5"H.
Excellent vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Brass
Pair of Tall Neoclassical Tripod Planters
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking pair of steel and brass metal planters. Top of planters have rams head surrounds. Base has brass cord and tassels tied in the middle and finishes with hoof feet at the base.
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair Of Neoclassical Style Grey Metal Planters
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of neoclassical style metal cache pot planters with tapered lines and ring pulls. Planters are grey in color with lateral ring pulls and petite ball feet.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Metal
Pair of Wedgwood & Bentley Agate Plant Pots
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A pair of plant pots covered in marbled brown glaze emulating agate gemstone encircled with checkered rims accented in gold, made circa 1770 by Wedgwood &...
Category
1770s English Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Creamware, Pottery
Pair of Cast Iron Urn or Planters, Property of a Lady, 1880s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Cast Iron Urn or Planters or Jardinières
A stunning pair of Neoclassical Urn or Planters on Pedestal Bases. Direct from a New Canaan CT Mansion of an Lady come this stunning pair of Garden Urns. Each massive urn sits upon a pedestal base having Lion busts...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Wrought Iron
Wedgwood Black Basalt Hedgehog Bulb Planter
By Wedgwood
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A black basalt bulb pot molded as a hedgehog, made by Wedgwood in the middle of the 19th century.
Finely molded as a lively little hedgehog, this unique object would have been use...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of Italian Neoclassical Carved Urns with Anthemion Relief
Located in San Francisco, CA
Each hand-carved cup-shaped vessel with Greek key collar above a tapering body resting on a separate square base.
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Marble
Pair of Large French Cast Garden Vases after the Models of Jean-Baptiste Pigalle
By Jean-Baptiste Pigalle
Located in Dallas, TX
After the original 18th century garden vases, entitled Autumn, by Jean-Baptiste Pigalle, this pair of large cast garden vases are in the classic krater form. A sprawling scene with mascarons, rams’ heads, and grapevines are set between egg and dart molding and gadrooned lobes. Made with a mixture of crushed stone and cement (known as reconstituted stone), the tall vases were imbued with a cream coloring agent during the casting process. Each vase is supported by a thick rectangular plinth beneath a tapering neck adorned with geometric motifs and Vitruvian waves filled with flowers. These impressive garden vases will make a wonderful statement, inside or outdoors.
Originally part of a set of four vases depicting the seasons of Autumn and Spring, which were designed for the Chateau de Choisy by Ange-Jacques...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cast Stone, Cement
1940s Beige Cast Stone Large Round Neoclassical Style Lion Planters, Set of 4
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning circular lion planters you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of...
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Cast Stone
Tall Cast Iron Fluted Campana Urn Outdoor Garden Planter
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large 37" tall cast iron fluted campana urn outdoor garden planter. Item features large impressive size, heavy cast iron construction, tall flut...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Pair of Neoclassical Style Painted Garden Urn Jardinaires
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic pair of French painted metal garden urns on stands or jardiniere planters. Made in the neoclassical taste they feature large acanthus motif han...
Category
20th Century French Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Aluminum
Italian 19th Century Neoclassical St. Marble Birdbath/Planter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and very decorative Italian 19th century neo-classical st. Sienna and Vert Antique marble birdbath/planter. The planter is raised by a mottl...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Marble
Elegant Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Jardiniere from France, Circa 1850
Located in Dallas, TX
At just over two feet long, this gilt bronze jardiniere was produced in France, circa 1850, at the end of the Neoclassical period. Neoclassical ...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Cast Iron English Style Round Lion Heads White Outdoor Garden Planter Pot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron English Style 20" Round Lion Heads White Outdoor Garden Planter Pot. *Currently 4 available. Patina and finish will vary. Price is per...
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Romantic Pair of Antique French Iron Garden Urns Planters
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very beautiful pair of French iron urns having marvelous decoration with cherubs and birds, ornate fluting and prominent handles. Aged rust co...
Category
1920s French Vintage Neoclassical Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Iron
Neoclassical planters and jardinieres for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical planters and jardinieres for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage planters and jardinieres created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical planters and jardinieres made in a specific country, there are Europe, France, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original planters and jardinieres, popular names associated with this style include Wedgwood, Henri Studios, Baker Furniture Company, and Corneau Freres. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for planters and jardinieres differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $57,336 while the average work can sell for $2,500.