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Large Antique Ornamental Planter, English, Cast Iron Jardiniere, Victorian, 1850
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Large Antique Ornamental Planter, English, Cast Iron Jardiniere, Victorian, 1850

19th century
Description

This is a large antique ornamental planter. An English, heavy enamelled cast iron jardiniere, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Graced with bold form and of generous size, influenced by the exuberance of the Great Exhibition

Displays a desirable aged patina throughout

Enamelled body shows superb weathering with a palette of pink-blue hues

Impressive weight at a substantial 21.7kg (47.8 lb)

Flared rim meets the striking scrolled arms, branching from two arms into one large mount

Adorned to both faces with bouquets of foliate detail

Stands upon a wide oval base with a quartet of hairy paw feet

Drainage holes to base for immediate planting

This is an appealing large antique ornamental planter, with superior proportion and wonderful patination. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 81cm (32'')

Max Depth: 34.5cm (13.5'')

Max Height: 38.5cm (15.25'')

Internal Width: 36.5cm (14.25'')

Internal Depth: 21cm (8.25'')

Internal Height: 21cm (8.25'')

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Our Ref: 18.8358

Physical Dimensions
Height
38.5cm (15.16")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Cast Iron Jardiniere to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA893893
Dealers Internal Reference
18.8358
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Description
This is a large antique ornamental planter. An English, heavy enamelled cast iron jardiniere, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Graced with bold form and of generous size, influenced by the exuberance of the Great Exhibition

fig 1. A mid-19th century cast iron jardiniere with twin scroll handles, a scalloped rim, relief leaf details, and a low pedestal base.
fig 1. Large Antique Ornamental Planter, English, Cast Iron Jardiniere, Victorian, 1850

Displays a desirable aged patina throughout

Enamelled body shows superb weathering with a palette of pink-blue hues

Impressive weight at a substantial 21.7kg (47.8 lb)

Flared rim meets the striking scrolled arms, branching from two arms into one large mount

fig 2. A mid-19th century cast iron jardiniere with twin scroll handles, a scalloped rim, relief leaf details, and a low pedestal base.
fig 2. Large Antique Ornamental Planter, English, Cast Iron Jardiniere, Victorian, 1850

Adorned to both faces with bouquets of foliate detail

Stands upon a wide oval base with a quartet of hairy paw feet

Drainage holes to base for immediate planting

“
This is an appealing large antique ornamental planter, with superior proportion and wonderful patination.
London Fine Antiques

Delivered ready to enjoy.

fig 3. A mid-19th century cast iron jardiniere with twin scroll handles, a scalloped rim, relief leaf details, and a low pedestal base.
fig 3. Large Antique Ornamental Planter, English, Cast Iron Jardiniere, Victorian, 1850

Dimensions:

Max Width: 81cm (32'')

Max Depth: 34.5cm (13.5'')

Max Height: 38.5cm (15.25'')

Internal Width: 36.5cm (14.25'')

Internal Depth: 21cm (8.25'')

Internal Height: 21cm (8.25'')

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee with all of our antiques.

fig 4. A mid-19th century cast iron jardiniere with twin scroll handles, a scalloped rim, relief leaf details, and a low pedestal base.
fig 4. Large Antique Ornamental Planter, English, Cast Iron Jardiniere, Victorian, 1850

We ship worldwide with professional packing and attractive rates – please send us your post / zip code and country for a quote.

Free delivery to most of the U.K. – Please send us your post code for confirmation.

Deliveries taking on average ten working days to arrive at your door from receipt of payment.

Please contact us if you require any further information - we are here to help.

Our Ref: 18.8358

Height
38.5cm (15.16")
Width
81cm (31.89")
Depth
34.5cm (13.58")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Victorian Cast Iron Jardiniere to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA893893
Dealers Internal Ref
18.8358
London Fine Antiques
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A mid-19th century cast iron jardiniere with twin scroll handles, a scalloped rim, relief leaf details, and a low pedestal base.
Large Antique Ornamental Planter, English, Cast Iron Jardiniere, Victorian, 1850
Ref: SA893893
A mid-19th century cast iron jardiniere with twin scroll handles, a scalloped rim, relief leaf details, and a low pedestal base.
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During the mid-19th century, Victorian estates placed high value on botanical collections and conservatory displays. Jardinieres were decorative vessels specifically designed to house potted plants, foliage, or floral arrangements, serving as focal points both indoors and in formal garden settings.

Heavy cast iron was a dominant material for garden and conservatory vessels due to its durability and ability to capture detailed relief moulds. Other period examples were produced in glazed majolica, stoneware, bronze, or lead.

Authentic period pieces exhibit considerable physical weight, visible casting seam lines from multi-part moulds, and crisp crispness in relief detailing. Natural oxidation, surface weathering, and authentic patina accumulated over decades also distinguish original pieces from modern light alloy reproductions.

An antique jardiniere can be placed on a dining room sideboard, entry console table, or deep window sill filled with orchids, ferns, or dried botanicals. Its weight and classical silhouette provide structural contrast against softer modern textiles.

To prevent excessive rust or oxidisation, keep cast iron in a dry environment or apply a clear microcrystalline wax to protect the patinated finish. If used for live plants, ensure an internal liner is used to prevent standing water from coming into direct contact with the metal.
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