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Large Late 19th Century French Biot Pot
Large Late 19th Century French Biot Pot

Large Late 19th Century French Biot Pot

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Large late 19th Century French Biot pot with fantastic natural patina. Circa 1890.

Category

19th Century French Antique Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Large Patinated-Bronze Double-Handled Vases
Pair of Large Patinated-Bronze Double-Handled Vases

Pair of Large Patinated-Bronze Double-Handled Vases

Located in NYC, NY

A pair of very large heavily cast urns in patinated bronze in the Egyptian Revival taste with deep carvings.

Category

20th Century English Egyptian Revival Urns

Materials

Metal

Regency Blue John Tazza with Black Marble, England, Circa 1830
Regency Blue John Tazza with Black Marble, England, Circa 1830

Regency Blue John Tazza with Black Marble, England, Circa 1830

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century Derbyshire "Blue John" carved Tazza. English Regency Blue John and polished black marble tazza. The round dish supported by a turned column with bands of Blue John inte...

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Urns

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

Antique Limestone Trough 51626M 26"L
Antique Limestone Trough 51626M 26"L

Antique Limestone Trough 51626M 26"L

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Antique Limestone Trough A one-of-a-kind hand-carved limestone trough naturally textured, lightly weathered finish. Rounded corners and substantial weight make it exceptionally dura...

Category

20th Century Urns

Materials

Limestone

Outstanding Large-Scale Decorative Cast Iron Victorian Garden Urn Feature
Outstanding Large-Scale Decorative Cast Iron Victorian Garden Urn Feature

Outstanding Large-Scale Decorative Cast Iron Victorian Garden Urn Feature

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

An imposing large-scale Cast Iron Urn, standing a majestic 4 feet tall. The casting boasts excellent definition, the urn features a striking pineapple-topped lid and grand Rams Horn ...

Category

Early 20th Century British Baroque Revival Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair American Carved Urn Finials
Pair American Carved Urn Finials

Pair American Carved Urn Finials

Located in New York, NY

Pair American carved urn finials. Pair antique American carved and painted architectural wood finials of elegant urn form shape with knopf lids on original wood bases. United States,...

Category

1880s American Antique Urns

Materials

Wood

Large Warwick Vase
Large Warwick Vase

Large Warwick Vase

$24,581 / item

Large Warwick Vase

Located in Banbury, GB

A fine carved wood copy of the Warwick vase. The original vase was excavated from Hadrian’s Villa at Tivoli in 1771 by Gavin Hamilton. Hamilton then sold ...

Category

2010s English Urns

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Mid-Century Cast Stone Garden Urns / Jardinières, 1950s
Pair of French Mid-Century Cast Stone Garden Urns / Jardinières, 1950s

Pair of French Mid-Century Cast Stone Garden Urns / Jardinières, 1950s

Located in Odense, DK

A charming pair of cast concrete garden urns with a compact, sculptural form and simple classical detailing. The sturdy proportions and understated design give the pieces a timeless ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Cast Stone

Pair of French Terracotta Garden Urns, Campana Form, 20th Century
Pair of French Terracotta Garden Urns, Campana Form, 20th Century

Pair of French Terracotta Garden Urns, Campana Form, 20th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A grand and elegant pair of French terracotta garden urns in the classic Campana form. Beautifully hand-crafted, the large bodices have been refinished by hand and rest on circular s...

Category

20th Century Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Antique Limestone Trough 51626k 22" Dia
Antique Limestone Trough 51626k 22" Dia

Antique Limestone Trough 51626k 22" Dia

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Antique Limestone Trough A one-of-a-kind hand-carved limestone trough naturally textured, lightly weathered finish. Rounded corners and substantial weight make it exceptionally dura...

Category

20th Century Indonesian Urns

Materials

Limestone

Pair of Bronze Garden Urns, French Architectural Empire Vases, 20th Century
Pair of Bronze Garden Urns, French Architectural Empire Vases, 20th Century

Pair of Bronze Garden Urns, French Architectural Empire Vases, 20th Century

Located in GB

A stunning pair of French Empire style garden urns in bronze, 20th century. Amazing architectural pair, can you imagine these in your garden overflowing with flowers. Stand in at nea...

Category

20th Century European Empire Urns

Materials

Bronze

The Versaille Urn
The Versaille Urn

The Versaille Urn

Located in Banbury, GB

A fine carved wood and distressed gesso urn with bespoke brass liner. These urns are commonly used as planters or large wine buckets. Bespoke finishing available.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Urns

Materials

Wood

VICTORIAN PAINTED CAST IRON URN FLARED BEADED RIMS ABOVE SCROLLiNG ACANTHUS
VICTORIAN PAINTED CAST IRON URN FLARED BEADED RIMS ABOVE SCROLLiNG ACANTHUS

VICTORIAN PAINTED CAST IRON URN FLARED BEADED RIMS ABOVE SCROLLiNG ACANTHUS

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London This stunning antique cast iron garden urn is a timeless statement piece, ideal for enhancing traditional gardens, courtyards, or entranceways. Finished in an...

Category

20th Century British Urns

Materials

Iron

Magnificent Pair of Vases on Pedestals
Magnificent Pair of Vases on Pedestals

Magnificent Pair of Vases on Pedestals

Located in Madrid, ES

Discover a touch of elegance and history with our stunning Pair of Stone Vases on Pedestals from the 20th Century. These exquisite pieces are not only in excellent condition but also...

Category

1950s Vintage Urns

Materials

Stone

A pair of French 19th century Charles X st. Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu urns
A pair of French 19th century Charles X st. Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu urns

A pair of French 19th century Charles X st. Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu urns

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An impressive and high quality pair of French 19th century Charles X st. Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu urns. Each most elegant bell shaped urn is raised on a circular Ormolu base decor...

Category

19th Century Charles X Antique Urns

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

Pair of Fine Antique Italian Marble Tazza Urns
Pair of Fine Antique Italian Marble Tazza Urns

Pair of Fine Antique Italian Marble Tazza Urns

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large and impressive pair of fine antique Italian marble tazza urns circa 1830. Highly ornate, each handcrafted Carrara marble urn is of a matc...

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19th Century Italian Antique Urns

Materials

Marble

French Provençale Medici Vase Inspired Jardinière with Carved Scenes, circa 1870
French Provençale Medici Vase Inspired Jardinière with Carved Scenes, circa 1870

French Provençale Medici Vase Inspired Jardinière with Carved Scenes, circa 1870

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French stone Provençale jardinière from the second half of the 19th century, with low-relief carved scenes and handles. Born in Provence at the end of the reign of France's last Em...

Category

19th Century French French Provincial Antique Urns

Materials

Cast Stone

Large Scale Pink Granite Urn-Form Jardiniere
Large Scale Pink Granite Urn-Form Jardiniere

Large Scale Pink Granite Urn-Form Jardiniere

Located in Dallas, TX

large scale pink granite urn-form jardiniere, 19th century France, mounted on a custom nickel plated base with Greek Key detail and ball feet on a custom made black marble plinth, Fr...

Category

18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Urns

Materials

Granite, Marble

17th Century Northern Italian Bronze Mortar with Twisted Handles
17th Century Northern Italian Bronze Mortar with Twisted Handles

17th Century Northern Italian Bronze Mortar with Twisted Handles

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A substantial Northern Italian bronze mortar dating to the 17th century, featuring boldly cast twisted side handles, scrolling relief decoration, and a deeply flared form shaped thro...

Category

Mid-17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Urns

Materials

Bronze

Antique English Carved Yorkstone Urn
Antique English Carved Yorkstone Urn

Antique English Carved Yorkstone Urn

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An early 19th century antique English carved Yorkstone urn, hand-carved with rampant lions, lion masks and gadrooning on a fluted socle base. Th...

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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Urns

Materials

Stone, Sandstone

20th Century Decorative Lid Vase in the Style of Classicism
20th Century Decorative Lid Vase in the Style of Classicism

20th Century Decorative Lid Vase in the Style of Classicism

Located in Berlin, DE

Decorative lid vase in the style of classicism Natural marble in black with gray-white grain. Rounded round base on square plinth and ovoid body with curved neck. The entire vase...

Category

20th Century Italian Urns

Materials

Marble

20th Century Lead Queen Anne Finials and Vintage Garden Urns, England
20th Century Lead Queen Anne Finials and Vintage Garden Urns, England

20th Century Lead Queen Anne Finials and Vintage Garden Urns, England

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A finely worked pair of 20th Century Queen Anne Finials or garden urns in lead on circular socles, in good condition. From an early 18th Century lead casting, similar can be seen at ...

Category

Early 20th Century English Urns

Materials

Metal, Lead

Pair of Vintage Glazed Anduze Jars
Pair of Vintage Glazed Anduze Jars

Pair of Vintage Glazed Anduze Jars

Located in Atlanta, GA

Bring the timeless charm of the French countryside to your home or garden with this exquisite pair of vintage Anduze jars. Handcrafted in the traditional manner, these classic terrac...

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Large Antique Empire Style Cast Iron Urns
Pair of Large Antique Empire Style Cast Iron Urns

Pair of Large Antique Empire Style Cast Iron Urns

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An impressive matching pair of large antique Empire style cast iron urns with a bronze type finish; perfect for bringing grandeur and magnificence to a spacious hallway or courtyard ...

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Urns

Materials

Metal, Iron

Large Pair Cast Iron Victorian Rococo Style Garden Urn Planters, late 20thC
Large Pair Cast Iron Victorian Rococo Style Garden Urn Planters, late 20thC

Large Pair Cast Iron Victorian Rococo Style Garden Urn Planters, late 20thC

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

A striking large pair of cast iron garden urn planters in the Victorian Rococo manner, offering bold decorative presence and a beautifully aged surface. Rich in scrollwork and ornamental detail, these impressive urns stand at over 2ft high (26 inches), giving them real presence whether placed outdoors in the garden or used indoors as statement decorative pieces. Each planter has developed a great natural rust patina, giving the pair real depth, texture and visual warmth. The weathered cast iron surface enhances the ornate Rococo-inspired form and lends them the sort of character that works especially well in both traditional garden settings and more curated interior schemes. Though not original Victorian examples, these are very good quality late 20th-century replicas, faithfully made in the spirit of 19th-century garden design. Their decorative casting and naturally weathered finish give them a unique look and feel, while the closely matched patina across both urns is a particularly appealing feature that can be difficult to find. Together, they provide a practical and highly attractive option for both traditional and contemporary settings. Ideal for framing an entrance, terrace, orangery or conservatory, this impressive pair can be planted up seasonally or left unfilled as sculptural ornaments in their own right. Their mellow rusted finish and generous scale make them especially effective for adding structure, age and atmosphere to both interior and exterior spaces. These planters are free standing and heavy, as expected with cast iron pieces of this scale. They are suitable for external use or can be used indoors where a strong decorative statement is desired. If placing internally, appropriate floor protection may be advisable depending on the surface and intended use. Catalogue keywords pair of cast iron garden urn planters; Victorian Rococo style urns; large cast iron planters; rust patina garden urns; late 20th century urn replicas; decorative cast iron planters; indoor outdoor urn planters...

Category

Late 20th Century Rococo Revival Urns

Materials

Cast Iron

Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns
Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns

Pair of Antique Chinese Bronze Urns on Columns

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A pair of antique Chinese bronze urns on columns, suitable for interior use. The foo dog handles are engraved with detailed patterns complim...

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Urns

Materials

Metal, Bronze

An Italian 19th century Rosso Levanto marble urn/planter
An Italian 19th century Rosso Levanto marble urn/planter

An Italian 19th century Rosso Levanto marble urn/planter

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An impressive and large scale Italian 19th century Rosso Levanto marble urn/planter. This palatially scaled urn is raised on a circular marble base with a bull nose and mottled edge ...

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Urns

Materials

Marble

A French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu Samovar
A French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu Samovar

A French 19th century Neo-Classical st. patinated bronze and ormolu Samovar

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exquisite French 19th century Neo-Classical st. Patinated Bronze and Ormolu Samovar. The most decorative hot water server is raised on Ormolu ball feet...

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Urns

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Italian White Glazed Terracotta Garden Urns Hollywood Regency Mid Century 22hx14
Italian White Glazed Terracotta Garden Urns Hollywood Regency Mid Century 22hx14

Italian White Glazed Terracotta Garden Urns Hollywood Regency Mid Century 22hx14

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant White Glazed Terracotta Urns, Italy, circa 1950s. They can be used indoors as decorative accents, or outdoors in your garden.

Category

1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Vintage Mid-Century French Provincial Stoneware Pottery, Jar/Jug/Vase/Vessel
Vintage Mid-Century French Provincial Stoneware Pottery, Jar/Jug/Vase/Vessel

Vintage Mid-Century French Provincial Stoneware Pottery, Jar/Jug/Vase/Vessel

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This olive jar is in sandstone, in a grey and brown color. It has been done in the south of France. It is stampted "20". The datation is 20th century.

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Urns

Materials

Sandstone

A pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Gris St. Anne marble and Ormolu urns
A pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Gris St. Anne marble and Ormolu urns

A pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Gris St. Anne marble and Ormolu urns

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A high quality and decorative pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Gris St. Anne marble and Ormolu urns. Each beautiful urn is raised by a circular marble column with a square p...

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Urns

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Italian Neoclassical White Glazed Ceramic Urn, Large Scale
Italian Neoclassical White Glazed Ceramic Urn, Large Scale

Italian Neoclassical White Glazed Ceramic Urn, Large Scale

By Ceccarelli

Located in Stamford, CT

Italian Neoclassical style white glazed Ceramic urn. This classic Tuscan vase is a refined decorative complement to both traditional and contemporary inter...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Ceramic

17th Century Large Red Terracotta Vessel, Vase, Planter with Low Tap
17th Century Large Red Terracotta Vessel, Vase, Planter with Low Tap

17th Century Large Red Terracotta Vessel, Vase, Planter with Low Tap

Located in Miami, FL

Old tinaja of Calanda (Teruel), Spain. Made of red clay with handcrafted semi circular figures. A "tinaja" is an oval terracotta jar with a narrow mouth and foot, usually without...

Category

18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Pair of Terra Cotta Planters with Organic Sculptural Form
Pair of Terra Cotta Planters with Organic Sculptural Form

Pair of Terra Cotta Planters with Organic Sculptural Form

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A compelling pair of terra cotta planters, each uniquely shaped with a raw, organic silhouette that highlights their artisanal origins. Hewn These vessels exhibit a rugged, almost ...

Category

20th Century Organic Modern Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Neoclassical Cast Iron Urns, Distressed Finish, France, 20th Century
Neoclassical Cast Iron Urns, Distressed Finish, France, 20th Century

Neoclassical Cast Iron Urns, Distressed Finish, France, 20th Century

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pair of charming petite cast iron urns made in France would make for a great accessory, whether placed in your garden or used as decorative pieces in your home. They add a touch o...

Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Iron

Large Scale Faux Bronze Chinese Style Urn / Garden Statue
Large Scale Faux Bronze Chinese Style Urn / Garden Statue

Large Scale Faux Bronze Chinese Style Urn / Garden Statue

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is an interesting large scale faux bronze dual handled urn. It has Chinese or even Tibetan styling. It is unmarked and in very good condition. It works well indoors or in a gard...

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chinese Export Urns

Materials

Resin

Substantial Early 20th Century Cast Iron Urn
Substantial Early 20th Century Cast Iron Urn

Substantial Early 20th Century Cast Iron Urn

Located in Wiscasset, ME

Monumental cast iron urn with interesting handle design. Old black over older green paint. Dates to the early 20th century and came out of a grand estate in New England. Measures ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Urns

Materials

Iron

Regency Style Brass Coal Bucket
Regency Style Brass Coal Bucket

Regency Style Brass Coal Bucket

Located in London, GB

A 19th century brass coal bucket in the Regency manner. The decorative feet surmounted by urn shaped body with flutes, beading, lion's masks, ring ha...

Category

19th Century English Regency Antique Urns

Materials

Brass

19th Century Green French Urn with Handles
19th Century Green French Urn with Handles

19th Century Green French Urn with Handles

Located in Hastings, GB

19th century French cast iron urn with decorative twin handles Bottle green with orangey colored undertones, stunning shape, 58cm width, 39cm depth, 32cm height.

Category

19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Urns

Materials

Iron

Large Galvanized Iron Troughs with Wood Handles, Sold Singly
Large Galvanized Iron Troughs with Wood Handles, Sold Singly

Large Galvanized Iron Troughs with Wood Handles, Sold Singly

Located in Sheffield, MA

The two large troughs are made of galvanized iron and each has four wood handles. Wonderfully rustic country containers to hold wood kindling or fall boun...

Category

Early 20th Century North American Country Urns

Materials

Iron

Italian Art Deco Carrara Marble Urns
Italian Art Deco Carrara Marble Urns

Italian Art Deco Carrara Marble Urns

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Art Deco Carrara Marble Urns. Our handsome antique Italian geometric marble urns or garden urns would look equally at home in a garden ...

Category

1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Urns

Materials

Carrara Marble

20th Century French Reconstituted Stone Garden Urn with Verdigris Patina
20th Century French Reconstituted Stone Garden Urn with Verdigris Patina

20th Century French Reconstituted Stone Garden Urn with Verdigris Patina

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Monumental 20th century terra cotta garden urn. Classic soufflé form with thick rolled rim and textured stone-like body. The surface has developed a beautiful aged verdigris patina w...

Category

20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Set of 4 19th Century French Cast Iron Garden Urns
Set of 4 19th Century French Cast Iron Garden Urns

Set of 4 19th Century French Cast Iron Garden Urns

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Monumental set of 4 antique French cast iron garden urns, circa 1880-1900. Each urn features a classic Neoclassical silhouette with a wide flared rim decorated with egg-and-dart mold...

Category

19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Urns

Materials

Iron

Hand-Painted French Ceramic Jug – Tribal Geometric Motifs – 20th Century
Hand-Painted French Ceramic Jug – Tribal Geometric Motifs – 20th Century

Hand-Painted French Ceramic Jug – Tribal Geometric Motifs – 20th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Hand-Painted French Ceramic Jug – Tribal Geometric Motifs – 20th Century Description: This is a ceramic jug made in France during the 20th century, featuring a rich brown patina and...

Category

20th Century French Tribal Urns

Materials

Stoneware

One Pair Very Stately 19th Century English Urns on Stands, Brushed Steel Finish
One Pair Very Stately 19th Century English Urns on Stands, Brushed Steel Finish

One Pair Very Stately 19th Century English Urns on Stands, Brushed Steel Finish

Located in Buchanan, MI

One pair very stately 19th century English urns on stands, brushed steel finish. Great dramatic statement for entry, indoor or out door use.

Category

19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Urns

Materials

Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Garden Urn
Antique French Cast Iron Garden Urn

Antique French Cast Iron Garden Urn

Located in Houston, TX

Large antique French Neoclassical style cast iron garden urn with swan handles and swag motif. This gorgeous huge Neoclassical iron urn, planter ...

Category

1920s French Neoclassical Vintage Urns

Materials

Iron

Large Italian Glazed Terracotta Urn with Stylized Horse
Large Italian Glazed Terracotta Urn with Stylized Horse

Large Italian Glazed Terracotta Urn with Stylized Horse

By Urbino Workshop

Located in Houston, TX

Large Italian Glazed Terracotta Urn with stylized Horse. Italian glazed terracotta Urbino Maiolica style urn or vessel in muted colors with wel...

Category

1920s Italian Classical Roman Vintage Urns

Materials

Terracotta

Pair Hand Carved Urns jardinières Stone Pillar Finials Decorative Vase Rustic
Pair Hand Carved Urns jardinières Stone Pillar Finials Decorative Vase Rustic

Pair Hand Carved Urns jardinières Stone Pillar Finials Decorative Vase Rustic

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Pair Hand Carved Urns jardinières Stone Pillar Finials Decorative Vase Rustic . 19th century hand carved stone finials urns vase shape to mount on garden post by a gate or simply usi...

Category

19th Century French Antique Urns

Materials

Stone, Limestone

Willy Guhl Tilted Planters
Willy Guhl Tilted Planters

Willy Guhl Tilted Planters

Located in San Angelo, TX

A gorgeous pair of patina tilted or off-kilter planters that were designed by Willy Guhl. These tilted garden planters are sculpted from fibrous cement. Beautifully weathered over th...

Category

20th Century Swiss Urns

Materials

Concrete

Large 19th c. Victorian Cast Iron Urn on Pedestal
Large 19th c. Victorian Cast Iron Urn on Pedestal

Large 19th c. Victorian Cast Iron Urn on Pedestal

Located in Baltimore, MD

Substantial, cast iron, Victorian garden urn on pedestal. Complete and original. Classical Tazza form. From the. last quarter of the 19th century. Base measures 22" x 22" and the...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair Brass Rams Heads & Hooves Empire Style Censers
Pair Brass Rams Heads & Hooves Empire Style Censers

Pair Brass Rams Heads & Hooves Empire Style Censers

Located in Chicago, IL

Beautifully patinated Empire styled brass urns adorned with three rams heads and hooved pilaster legs surmounted on trefoil brass bases. The pierced cap has a flame finial top and is...

Category

1950s American Vintage Urns

Materials

Brass

19th Century Antique Enameled Cast Iron Urn Paris et Cie
19th Century Antique Enameled Cast Iron Urn Paris et Cie

19th Century Antique Enameled Cast Iron Urn Paris et Cie

Located in Newtown, CT

Antique Enameled Cast Iron Urn. It is 15.5" high x 15.5" wide and deep without including the faces. Paris et Cie 19th century France. They show wear consistent with age and use. ...

Category

19th Century French French Provincial Antique Urns

Materials

Enamel, Metal

Pair of Large Onyx Urns
Pair of Large Onyx Urns

Pair of Large Onyx Urns

Located in New York, NY

A pair of large circa 1940's Italian carved onyx urns. Measurements: Height: 25.5" Diameter: 23.5"

Category

1940s Vintage Urns

Materials

Onyx

Southern Italian Terra Cotta Olive Oil Jars
Southern Italian Terra Cotta Olive Oil Jars

Southern Italian Terra Cotta Olive Oil Jars

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful aged Terra cotta Olive Oil jars. ONLY 3 AVAILABLE

Category

20th Century Italian Urns

Vintage, New and Antique Urns

When people think of antique and vintage urns — a type of vase with a round body, narrow neck and integrated pedestal — they tend to imagine funerary urns. But all manner of urns have been made over the years, and these vessels can be used as decorative accents either inside your home or in your garden.

Garden urns became popular in early Greek and Roman gardens, where they complemented classical statues and other garden ornaments. Over the years, people have used urns as planters, fountain basins and stylish decorative elements in interiors as well as outdoors in gardens, patios and firepit areas.

Urns are typically made of stone, ceramics or metal. Stone urns are highly durable; while an antique stone urn will show wear with age, it can be used in any climate, and a neoclassical-style cast stone urn with natural world motifs carved in relief is guaranteed to make a statement in your garden. Position two stone urns with vibrant hibiscus bulbs or tulips at the bottom of an outdoor stairway to set it off from other exterior features. Elsewhere, place your urn in the middle of a garden bed to draw attention to your dazzling landscape design. A good concrete urn can easily make a good home for small trees or shrubs, but it will be very heavy to move around.

A ceramic urn is likely going to have thick, robust walls. A glazed terracotta urn, for example, is going to be ideal for potting plants. As glazing is part of the potter’s process for creating a terracotta urn, the urn itself can provide a pop of color to contrast with any low-maintenance plants such as moss or succulents that you have in mind for it.

Metal urns are best used as decor in your living room or foyer rather than outside, unless you’re partial to the alluring weathered patina that is expected to characterize an antique cast-iron garden urn. If you’re planning to use a metal urn as a planter, add a plant liner first. Metal may overheat and damage a plant’s roots if they are not protected, and urns made of certain metals may rust if they’re left outdoors.

But you don’t necessarily need to turn your urn into a planter.

A large urn can hold its own as an accent in any space and create a strong focal point. Browse the collection of decorative antique and vintage urns on 1stDibs today.