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Pair of Coalbrookdale Naples Garden Urns
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Pair of Coalbrookdale Naples Garden Urns

19th century
Sold 21 February 2025 · William Carr Antiques
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A wonderful, original matched pair of nineteenth century cast iron garden urns, by Coalbrookdale. C1875

Fresh from the garden, retaining layers of old white paint that has weathered beautifully.

This ‘Naples’ design features in the Coalbrookdale trade catalogue of 1875, section III, page 319.

One loss to the side of the foot/ base, see image.

Approximate measurements:

Depth: (face on, with the handles to the side)

Physical Dimensions
Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
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William Carr Antiques has dated these Cast Iron Garden Urns to the 19th Century.

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SA1112452
Description
A wonderful, original matched pair of nineteenth century cast iron garden urns, by Coalbrookdale. C1875

Fresh from the garden, retaining layers of old white paint that has weathered beautifully.

This ‘Naples’ design features in the Coalbrookdale trade catalogue of 1875, section III, page 319.

One loss to the side of the foot/ base, see image.

Approximate measurements:

Depth: (face on, with the handles to the side)

Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
55cm (21.65")
Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated these Cast Iron Garden Urns to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1112452
William Carr Antiques
William Carr Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Coalbrookdale Naples Garden Urns

Archive II A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. View II
Archive III A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. View III
Archive IV A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. View IV
Archive V A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. View V
Archive VI A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. View VI
Archive VII A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. View VII
Archive VIII A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. View VIII
Archive IX A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation. View IX
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A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation.
Pair Of Coalbrookdale Naples Garden Urns
Ref: SA1112452
A matched pair of weathered white cast iron garden urns featuring scroll handles, fluted bodies, and square bases, showing extensive moss and historical paint degradation.
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  • ObjectGarden Urns
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialCast Iron
  • ColourPatinated White
  • MotifsScroll handles, Fluted bowls, Square pedestals, Beaded rims
  • SizeH 57 cm (22 in) x W 70 cm (28 in) x D 55 cm (22 in)

Victorian cast iron garden urns draw inspiration from classical antiquity, featuring motifs such as fluting, egg-and-dart moulding, and scroll handles modelled after ancient Greek and Roman vessels.

These pieces were produced using sand-casting techniques in large industrial foundries, where molten iron was poured into moulds and subsequently finished with protective layers of lead-based paint to withstand outdoor weathering.

Authenticity is determined by examining the presence of multiple thick layers of historic paint, natural surface oxidation patterns, heavy weight, and often makers marks or registration numbers cast into the underside or base.

These urns work effectively as focal points when positioned symmetrically at the end of a pathway, flanking an entrance, or planted with simple cascading foliage to contrast their rigid architectural lines.

Preservation involves gently cleaning organic growth with a soft brush and water, avoiding harsh chemicals, and periodically applying a protective coat of exterior mineral oil or specialist metal paint to prevent destructive rust.
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