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Willy Guhl Large Elephant Handkerchief Planter with Beautiful Moss and Lichen

About the Item

A nice large Willy Guhl Elephant ear or handkerchief planter with factory drilled holes. Nice crusty patina with great areas of lichen and moss. In good shape overall with no chips but there are a few minor surface cracks. The planter is stable overall and solid. . Lots of wear as seen in the photos. It is pictured next to a Herman Miller Rosewood Eames Lounge chair for scale. The chair is available separately for sale on this site.
  • Creator:
    Willy Guhl (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.25 in (33.66 cm)Width: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. In good shape overall with no chips but there are some minor surface cracks. The planter is stable overall and solid. . Lots of wear as seen in the photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Palm Springs, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Bridges over Time WG129841stDibs: LU835043749992

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