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| Weight | 25 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 139 × 66 × 58.5 cm |
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Antique Wooden Wheelbarrow Planter Reclaimed
£90.00 Excl. VAT
Antique Wooden Wheelbarrow Planter Reclaimed
This reclaimed antique wooden wheelbarrow planter offers a striking piece of garden heritage. Made from English Elm, it shows the distinctive swirling grain across the body, creating movement and visual depth. As a result, the structure draws the eye from every angle. With careful restoration, this piece could return to light practical use. However, it now suits life best as an antique wooden wheelbarrow planter or flower display.
Dimensions- L55″ x W26″ x H23″ (L139cm x W66cm x H58.5cm)
Barrow depth- 12″ (30.5cm)
Please note, due to the nature of production, the age of the items and process of reclamation, there are likely to be imperfections and wear marks.
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Description
Antique Wooden Wheelbarrow Planter Reclaimed
This reclaimed antique wooden wheelbarrow planter offers a striking piece of garden heritage. Crafted from English Elm, it displays the species’ distinctive swirling grain in rich detail. The grain flows across the body, creating movement and visual depth. As a result, the structure draws the eye from every angle.
This antique wooden wheelbarrow planter has clearly lived a tough working life. Worn edges reveal years of outdoor labour and exposure. In addition, loose bolts and screws show signs of long service. Close inspection also reveals evidence of woodworm. Furthermore, one rear supporting leg has broken at the bolt hole. However, the leg remains in place and continues to carry its load.
With careful restoration, this piece could return to light practical use. However, it now suits life best as an antique wooden wheelbarrow planter or flower display. For planting, you must add a soil safe lining and adequate drainage holes. Alternatively, for a floral display, you simply need to dry the interior thoroughly. In both cases, the structure requires tightening, minor repairs and possible woodworm treatment.
Once refurbished, the antique wooden wheelbarrow planter would sit beautifully in a garden setting. It can overflow with seasonal bedding, trailing ivy or fragrant herbs. Equally, it can stand in a wide hallway or reception room as a sculptural feature. There, the remarkable elm grain becomes a natural talking point.
Reclaim, Reuse
Choosing reclaimed garden features like this antique wheelbarrow planter/display offers clear environmental benefits. Firstly, you extend the life of existing materials and reduce demand for new timber. Consequently, you lower resource consumption and embodied carbon. Secondly, reclaimed pieces introduce genuine age and texture into a space. New replicas rarely achieve the same depth of character. Pair with an antique lawn roller for that truly vintage garden look.
Moreover, reclaimed features connect outdoor spaces to rural craft traditions. They reflect a slower, more practical way of living. Therefore, this reclaimed wooden wheelbarrow planter serves as both functional display and historical artefact. With thoughtful restoration, it will continue to tell its story for many years.
