{"product_id":"pair-of-elegant-neoclassical-french-cast-iron-garden-urns-with-timeworn-patina-19th-century-213-4","title":"Pair of Elegant Neoclassical French Cast Iron Garden Urns with Timeworn Patina, 19th Century - 21¾\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis superb pair of large 19th-century French cast iron garden urns follows a beautiful model by Ducel, distinguished by its restrained classical design, harmonious proportions and finely defined moldings. Each urn has a broad, shallow bowl with a gently flared rim decorated with crisp egg-and-dart motifs. The generous curves of the bowl are balanced by a short, fluted pedestal resting on a square base. The simplicity of the design allows the quality of the casting and the subtle decorative details to stand out. Ducel was one of the most prestigious French art foundries of the 19th century, celebrated for its ornamental cast iron, particularly garden statuary, fountains and architectural decoration. The precision of the moldings and the beautifully balanced forms are characteristic of the craftsmanship for which the foundry was renowned.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe urns have developed a rich, textured patina from decades of outdoor exposure. Layers of old dark green and black paint have flaked and worn away, revealing reddish-brown oxidation and exposed cast iron. The surfaces show numerous losses to the finish, rough, crusted areas and irregularities, while the molded decoration remains clearly defined. Both bowls have drainage holes at the bottom, allowing excess water to escape when planted. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWith their generous scale and understated classical elegance, these urns would look beautiful flanking the entrance to a country house, positioned at the top of a garden staircase or arranged symmetrically on a stone terrace. They could be planted with seasonal flowers or trailing greenery, but their sculptural forms and beautiful patina are equally appealing when left empty. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eEach measures approx. 14½\" high x 21¾\" diameter ext. at widest. Opening is 13½\" diameter \u003cbr\u003eEach measures approx. 37cm high x 55cm diameter ext. at widest. Opening is 34cm diameter\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55412338721106,"sku":"26220","price":6422.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC02426_028220b2-95b6-4055-9ccc-1cdf14afee44.jpg?v=1794389303","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/pair-of-elegant-neoclassical-french-cast-iron-garden-urns-with-timeworn-patina-19th-century-213-4","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}