Pair of French Lion Urns on Pedestals

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...

These tall, cylindrical basket-form urns are comprised of iron that has a fantastic, weathered appearance. From France, dating to the 1900s, the entire urns are slatted, offering a u...

This pair of small, reconstituted stone planters are by the famous French foundry, Grandon Frès. Based on the production marks (seen in the interiors) whi...

These fabulous antique French rusted objects are known as “Balconniers”. A balconniere is a special ornamental planter that is attached or hung from balcony. These would have been ca...

This lovely pair of Campania form urns on painted and marbleized bases are from the 19th century. The urns show more wear and surface than the pedestals and both were used indoors as...

Pair of French cast iron garden urns. Dated to the late 19th century and finished in old white paint. Each cast iron urn is comprised of three ...

A pair of English Edwardian period reconstituted stone urns on pedestals from the early 20th century, with lion heads and distressed appearance. Born in England at the beginning of E...

This pair of Italian iron urns exudes a classical charm with their ornate scrolled handles and fluted bodies, all perched atop sturdy square bases. The rustic patina accentuates the ...