Imposing and heavy planter/jardinière on a column base, originating from a stately townhouse on Museumplein in Amsterdam (national monument, built in 1907, architect G.J. Venemans).
The planter is made of natural stone/artificial stone with a decoration of floral garlands and ribbons in high relief all around. Inside is the original zinc insert, in which soil and plants could be placed. This practical solution was typical of luxury townhouses around 1900 and prevents damage to the stone.
• Period: ca. 1900–1920
• Style: Neoclassicism
• Material: Artificial stone/natural stone with original zinc inner container
• Decoration: Floral garlands and ribbons in relief
• Origin: Townhouse Museumplein, Amsterdam (national monument, 1907)
• Condition: Good, with light patina and signs of age; zinc inner container with signs of use but solid
A rare and historic object, suitable as a planter in an interior or conservatory, as a decorative ornament in a classic garden.
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsCremeMaterialStoneNumber of items1Height100 cmWidth50 cmDepth50 cm