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Pair of Large L19thc German Stone Gnomes
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Pair of Large L19thc German Stone Gnomes

19th century
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A rare pair of late 19thc painted stone garden gnomes . Made in germany around 1880.

They measure 53cms h

Comical figures, I smile every time I walk past them@! Both have marks where name plaques have been ( long gone)

In perfect original condition

UK delivery included ( van transport) they are heavy.

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this German Stone Garden Gnome to the 19th Century.

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A rare pair of late 19thc painted stone garden gnomes . Made in germany around 1880.

They measure 53cms h

“
Comical figures, I smile every time I walk past them@! Both have marks where name plaques have been ( long gone).
Mike Melody Antiques

In perfect original condition

UK delivery included ( van transport) they are heavy.

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

Date of Manufacture

Mike Melody Antiques has dated this German Stone Garden Gnome to the 19th Century.

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SA1236141
Mike Melody Antiques
Mike Melody Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2013

Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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A painted late 19th-century German cast stone garden gnome figure with folded arms wearing a red hat and green coat.
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Archive I A painted late 19th-century German cast stone garden gnome figure with folded arms wearing a red hat and green coat.

Pair of Large L19thc German Stone Gnomes

Archive II A painted late 19th-century German cast stone garden gnome figure with folded arms wearing a red hat and green coat. View II
Archive III A painted late 19th-century German cast stone garden gnome figure with folded arms wearing a red hat and green coat. View III
Archive IV A painted late 19th-century German cast stone garden gnome figure with folded arms wearing a red hat and green coat. View IV
Archive V A painted late 19th-century German cast stone garden gnome figure with folded arms wearing a red hat and green coat. View V
Archive VI A painted late 19th-century German cast stone garden gnome figure with folded arms wearing a red hat and green coat. View VI
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A painted late 19th-century German cast stone garden gnome figure with folded arms wearing a red hat and green coat.
PAIR OF LARGE L19THC GERMAN STONE GNOMES
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A painted late 19th-century German cast stone garden gnome figure with folded arms wearing a red hat and green coat.
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  • ObjectGarden Ornaments
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century German
  • MaterialCast Stone, Paint
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsFolded arms, Brimmed hat, Buttoned coat, Booted feet

This late nineteenth-century garden ornament is a cast stone figure made in Germany around 1880, measuring 53 cm in height. The comical piece takes the form of a gnome wearing a brimmed hat, a buttoned coat, and booted feet, with his arms folded across his chest. The painted finish displays multicoloured tones including a red hat and red trousers alongside a green coat. Traces of past use include marks where name plaques were once attached to the rectangular base. Suitable for positioning beside the front door or within a sunlit conservatory, the durable stone construction allows for outdoor display in a garden setting. The heavy sculpture brings character to exterior pathways, patios, or porch steps, functioning as a decorative focal point among plants and paving stones. The weather-resistant material ensures long-term placement in open-air environments while maintaining its original form and posture.

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Garden gnomes originated in Germany during the mid-to-late 19th century, produced primarily in Thuringia. Craftsmen moulded figures from terracotta and stone based on local folklore of subterranean spirits that protected gardens and mines.

Traditional 19th-century German gnomes were manufactured from kiln-fired terracotta or heavy cast stone. They were subsequently hand-painted with oil-based polychrome finishes to withstand outdoor weathering.

Authentic period examples feature solid cast stone or thick terracotta composition, hand-applied polychrome paint with natural weathering, and detailed facial features. They typically display classic attire such as brimmed hats, leather aprons, or waistcoats rather than modern cartoonish proportions.

Antique garden gnomes can be positioned alongside garden pathways, placed near outdoor entryways, or arranged within conservatory plant displays to introduce architectural interest and historical folk character.

Cast stone ornaments should be elevated off damp soil using stone plinths to prevent moisture absorption. During severe sub-zero winter temperatures, move painted stone sculptures indoors or cover them to prevent frost damage and paint flaking.
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