Dating from the mid 19th century, this original pair of natural limestone winged lion statues are a rare find. Having stood the test of time for more than 170 years, each lion is beautifully weathered yet retains its core features, telling the story of a prestigious Victorian era garden. Each winged lion statue sits in
A pair of 240-year-old late 18th century English carved limestone garden urns from Aske Hall, North Yorkshire, dispersed as part of a three day auction sale in 1994. Aske Hall is a Georgian country house that originates from as early as the 15th century. It’s gardens and parkland are attributed to Capability Brown, the UK’s
Introducing ‘The Gossips’; a set of 3 life-size figurative statues by dating from the 20th century by an unknown artist. The set depicts a trio of highly stylised, abstract female forms stood as if casually chatting. One stands with arms crossed while another raises the back of her hand to her face as if whispering.
This large 20th century stone clam shell sculpture is a simply spectacular object. Circa 1920, it is by the Dudley artist, John Vernon, and was possibly a commissioned piece for a city park. It depicts the distinct form of an ocean clam shell, possibly a gapers clam indicated by its wide proportions and curved horizontal
A playful pair of reclaimed mid 20th century life-size Great Dane statues made in terracotta and glazed in white with black spots. Handsomely made, these dogs are superbly designed in realistic detail with dynamic profiles, pointed ears and lively faces! Each large terracotta dog sits in a similar seated position with heads turned at opposite
This early 19th century French antique marble statue of a leaning youth has stood the test of time for over 220 years. This has given the marble a beautifully weathered finish that only time can create while the form and face of the cherub is still intact and recognisable. The curly haired youth reclines on
A striking early 20th century antique stone wall fountain depicting a neoclassical style grotesque or gargoyle style mask. This impressive limestone water feature makes a handsome focal point in a garden or courtyard, the water playfully designed to flow from the mouth of the mask. Exceptionally hand carved into limestone, it channels neoclassical and baroque
This mid-late 19th century antique garden obelisk brings prestige and grandeur to any outdoor setting. Made in buff terracotta, it has an almost golden tone with one side unusually painted with simulated marble effect finish. The striking obelisk sits upon a terracotta plinth decorated on all four sides with a wreath. There is no makers
This huge 20th century stone trilobite sculpture is a simply spectacular object. Circa 1920, it is by the Dudley artist, John Vernon, and was possibly a commissioned piece for a city park. It depicts the distinct form of a prehistoric trilobite, its scalloped form deeply carved into grey blue sandstone. Thanks to its weight, scale
An impressive pair of early 20th century terracotta brown bear statues, each holding a detachable terracotta bowl which could be used as a planter. An amusing duo, these bear statues are characteristically sculpted in a sitting position and have expressive features with striking glass eyes and bared teeth. Together, they make a handsome feature in
An interesting mid 19th century architectural model of a cistern sculpted in limestone, possibly Bath stone, carved into an elongated oval form. Beautifully weathered and of good scale, this carved limestone sculpture is a historic object for a courtyard or interior.
Dating from the mid-19th century, this beautifully carved 150-year-old Victorian bird bath is a handsome ornament for a garden, country patio or prestigious courtyard. Originating from England, it tells the story of an 1870s artisan, the bird bath exceptionally hand carved into York stone. It has a weathered, timeworn surface finish that only exposure to
Each standing at 165cm tall, these spectacular reclaimed 20th century outdoor braziers or vintage garden torchieres bring grandeur and prestige to any property. Imagine the pair placed either side of an entrance to a lavish mansion or framing the steps at the bottom of the courtyard to a countryside estate. They are of a huge
A large carved antique garden urn in a neoclassical style dating from the mid 19th century. This sandstone urn is one of various we are selling sourced from a country estate in the West of Scotland. Standing at more than a metre tall, this Scottish garden urn is of spectacular scale, making a striking ornamental
Sourced from a country estate in the west of Scotland, this hand carved Adam style sandstone urn is a spectacular ornament for a prestigious garden or townhouse courtyard. Dating from the 19th century, it is one of various sandstone urns we are selling from the same location. Oval in shape, this antique sandstone urn nods
Impressive in design and scale, this pair of large antique cast iron urns make a striking pairing either side of a garden passageway or as display objects in a luxurious hallway. Circa 1890 and possibly of French origin, these spectacular urns are solid, heavy and well-crafted, cast in iron and finished in red primer. Matching,
This spectacular pair of neoclassical style antique sandstone garden urns were sourced from an estate in the west of Scotland. They are one set of various sandstone urns we are selling from the same location. These urn finials are thought to date earlier than the rest, circa 1800. Both decorative stone urns are of a
A beautifully preserved pair of George III coade stone urn finials marked ‘Coade Lambeth 1794’. The design for these urns appears in Coade’s 1778 trade catalogue under No. 94 (plate marked No. 2 in the Sir John Soane museum copy of the catalogue). Dating from the late 18th century, these spectacular fluted urns are each
An impressive pair of bronze lion statues in the manner of renowned neoclassical sculptor, Antonio Canova (1757-1822). Considered the greatest neoclassical sculptors of his time, Canova was celebrated for his magnificent sculpting abilities and talent in marble. Cast in bronze, these statues are scale versions inspired by the neoclassical sculptor’s marble Canova Lions that he
An impressive pair of carved antique garden urns in a neoclassical style dating from the mid 19th century. Sourced from an estate in Scotland, these sandstone urns are large in scale with beautifully preserved details, making for spectacular decorative statuary in a prestigious garden. Each urn is hand carved into sandstone, ornately decorated with striking
A pair of 18th century antique stone lions reclaimed from a house in South London. Likely originally used as gate piers, this pair of armorial lions make a striking ornamental feature in gardens traditional and modern. Each are stylistically hand carved into limestone and hold a shield, creating a typically English heraldic look. Over the