Additional information
| Weight | 5 kg |
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| Dimensions | 30 × 30 × 50 cm |
This vintage glass bottle or terrarium stands 50cm high and measures 30cm in diameter, offering presence within any interior space. Demijohn shaped and once clear glass, it now sports a silvery grey coating that’s flaking away, creating a mottled and weathered surface. As a result, anyone planning a terrarium must fully remove the remaining paint to allow light transmission and healthy plant growth. Inside, the original rubber bung survives, although it has perished, adding a hidden detail from the bottle’s working past. It’s loose inside, so can be removed.
A terrarium works by creating a balanced, mostly closed environment where moisture continually circulates through evaporation and condensation. As light warms the plants, water rises, condenses on the glass, then returns to the soil, reducing ongoing maintenance. To set up this vintage glass bottle or terrarium, begin with drainage gravel, followed by activated charcoal to keep conditions fresh. Next, add a thin barrier layer, then compost suited to mosses, ferns, or small-leaf tropical plants. After planting, water sparingly, seal lightly, and place the vessel in bright but indirect light.
Adaptability
However, the generous scale of this vintage glass bottle also supports alternative uses beyond planting and display. For example, it suits dramatic dried branches emerging from the narrow neck, or sculptural objects for shop or home styling. It could also collect coins, a simple way to build a small savings gift for children; or buttons for a playful sort through when grandchildren visit. Alternatively, packed full of different coloured fairy lights, it creates an intriguing ambient light source or floor lighting feature. Because it measures 50cm tall, the bottle holds space confidently without overwhelming surrounding pieces.
Using a vintage glass bottle or terrarium encourages sustainable interiors by extending the life of existing materials. Reclaimed pieces reduce demand for new production and preserve evidence of historic manufacturing methods. Moreover, the surface patina tells a story that factory perfect objects cannot replicate. This vintage glass bottle or terrarium also introduces texture, scale, and authenticity into modern or traditional rooms. As a result, interiors feel layered rather than staged.
Choosing reclaimed interior features supports responsible design while celebrating practical beauty. Ultimately, this vintage glass bottle or terrarium offers flexibility, character, and environmental value in one striking object.
