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Arts and Crafts Copper Gladstone Bag, Planter
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Arts and Crafts Copper Gladstone Bag, Planter

1920 - 1940
For Sale by Elmgarden
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Arts and Crafts Copper Gladstone Bag, Planter

A super craftsman made piece, an arts and crafts hand beaten Copper basket in the shape of a Gladstone Bag, this piece was designed to be used as an on the floor ashtray, it would work as well outdoors now, however it would look great as a planter

The Gladstone is 9” high, 13” wide and 9” deep

HW94

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Elmgarden has dated this Copper Gladstone Bag Planter to the 1930s.

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SA1152021
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HW94
Description
Arts and Crafts Copper Gladstone Bag, Planter

A super craftsman made piece, an arts and crafts hand beaten Copper basket in the shape of a Gladstone Bag, this piece was designed to be used as an on the floor ashtray, it would work as well outdoors now, however it would look great as a planter

The Gladstone is 9” high, 13” wide and 9” deep

HW94

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
34cm (13.39")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Elmgarden has dated this Copper Gladstone Bag Planter to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152021
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HW94
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An antique Arts and Crafts copper planter formed in the shape of a Gladstone bag with brass loop handles.
Arts and Crafts Copper Gladstone Bag, Planter
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An antique Arts and Crafts copper planter formed in the shape of a Gladstone bag with brass loop handles.
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  • ObjectPlanter
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleArts and Crafts
  • MaterialCopper, Brass
  • ColourWarm Copper
  • MotifsGladstone bag form, Turned brass handles, Rolled rim edges, Patinated surface
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 34 cm (13 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

This Arts and Crafts planter takes the form of a Gladstone bag, originating from the 1930 period in an English Country House style. Constructed from hand-beaten copper with a warm copper colour and patinated surface, the vessel includes turned brass loop handles, rolled rim edges, and visible hand-beaten texturing across the metal body. The piece measures 22 cm high, 34 cm wide, and 23 cm deep, providing a compact container for botanical displays. Positioned indoors, this planter suits placement on a deep window sill to hold small houseplants or floral arrangements. Alternatively, the weather-resistant metal construction allows the basket to function outdoors on a patio table or garden terrace as an ornamental holder for seasonal greenery.

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An Arts and Crafts copper Gladstone bag planter is a decorative metal vessel formed to resemble a hinged doctors or travelling Gladstone bag. Originating in the late 19th to early 20th century, these items were designed to hold houseplants, ferns, or floral displays.

Planters from this period were typically handcrafted from sheet copper using riveted or folded joints, often featuring hand-hammered patination and cast brass or wrought iron handles attached with solid metal studs.

Authentic pieces generally display natural surface patination, visible hand-hammering marks, honest joinery such as exposed rivets, and heavy cast brass fittings rather than modern welded components.

These planters can be styled on a deep window sill, fireplace hearth, or sideboard, filled with trailing houseplants, potted herbs, or dried floral arrangements to introduce warm metallic texture.

Dust regularly with a soft dry cloth and avoid harsh chemical cleaners that strip historical patination. If a bright shine is not desired, wax lightly with microcrystalline wax to protect the surface oxidisation.
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