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Description
An English mid-20th-century composite stone birdbath, with a textured, hollowed-out log basin, rests atop a pedestal sculpted like a rugged … Read more An English mid-20th-century composite stone birdbath, with a textured, hollowed-out log basin, rests atop a pedestal sculpted like a rugged tree trunk, featuring a playful squirrel scaling the side. The entire piece is cast in heavy stone, deeply weathered with natural mineral spots, dark lichen, and a rough, organic finish. This whimsical design is rooted in the late 19th-century French faux bois (false wood) movement, where artists hand-sculpted concrete to perfectly mimic rustic woodwork. Incorporating functional animal and woodland motifs allowed Victorian estate owners to bring a sense of natural harmony and movement into their structured garden layouts. This birdbath lends an immediate layer of historic European craftsmanship and pastoral storytelling to a courtyard center, shaded garden path, or flagstone patio. Wear consistent with age and use. 16.5" w 14"d x 23.5"h See less
- Dimensions
- 16.5ʺW × 14ʺD × 23.5ʺH
- Styles
- English
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Concrete
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gray
- Condition Notes
- Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use. less
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