Late 19th-Century French Médicis-Style Cast Iron Urn By Alfred Corneau - 20¾"

This elegant Medici cast iron urn from the Alfred Corneau foundry in Charleville exudes timeless elegance. Its graceful form is accentuated by a rich, naturally aged patina, which enhances the sculptural detailing around the rim and base. The graceful body and delicate embellishments demonstrate the superior finesse of late 19th-century French bronze casting, offering a refined touch of history and artistry to any interior or garden setting.

This urn is marked “Alfred Corneau Charleville,” identifying it as a creation of the renowned Corneau foundry, active in the late 19th century. Located in northern France, the foundry was part of a region celebrated for its rich tradition of industrial craftsmanship and metalwork. Known for their ornamental castings, the Corneau workshop gained acclaim for producing decorative objects that were both functional and artistically crafted - an authenticity clearly seen in the urn’s graceful form and detailed finish.

Today, this urn can be styled as a striking accent in a traditional garden or used indoors as a refined vessel for dried flowers or seasonal arrangements. Its stately presence and beautifully aged patina bring an unmistakable touch of classic French garden charm to any setting.