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Lot 194:
Victorian-Style Cast Metal Garden Planter with Ornate Fretwork
Description
A single cast metal garden planter, likely cast iron or aluminium, featuring a decorative Victorian-style aesthetic. The rectangular body is finished in white paint and showcases intricate pierced fretwork with scrolling foliate and fan-like motifs. The planter is supported by four cabriole legs, each adorned with acanthus leaf detailing at the knees and terminating in stylised feet. The piece includes a removable dark-coloured metal interior liner designed for garden use. While no manufacturer’s marks are present, the design reflects classic nineteenth-century garden ornaments. Dimensions: Not provided.
Condition report:
The piece exhibits signs of age and outdoor use consistent with its function. There is visible wear to the white-painted finish, including various chips and areas of minor surface rust. The interior metal liner shows oxidation and contains residual soil. The structure remains sound and the piece is complete with its liner.
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