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Composite Stone Cream Urn 80cmH
£300.00 Excl. VAT
Composite Stone Cream Urn
This reclaimed composite stone cream urn makes a bold statement in any garden setting. Composite stone withstands frost, rain, and seasonal temperature changes making this urn a durable garden feature. Now aged and weathered through years exposed to the elements, the paint is cracked and flaking, exposing a weathered surface beneath. This patina brings an authentic historical character to any exterior space.
Dimensions- Dia. 70cm x H80cm
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
Composite Stone Cream Urn 80cmH
This reclaimed composite stone cream urn makes a bold statement in any garden setting. Standing 80cm tall and 70cm in diameter, it offers impressive scale and presence. Whether positioned directly on the ground or set upon a stone plinth, it commands attention. As a result, the composite stone cream urn suits both formal layouts and relaxed planting schemes.
Composite stone, sometimes called reconstituted stone, emerged in the nineteenth century. Craftsmen developed it to replicate carved natural stone at lower cost. By blending crushed stone with cement and aggregates, manufacturers created durable architectural pieces. Consequently, estates and town gardens adopted urns, balustrades, and statuary made from this versatile material.
Importantly, composite stone withstands frost, rain, and seasonal temperature changes. It resists cracking better than many natural stones when properly cast and cured. Moreover, it allows intricate detailing without excessive weight or expense. These qualities make a composite stone cream urn an excellent choice for long-term outdoor display.
This substantial urn displays a continuous floral motif from rim to base plinth. The decorative relief adds texture and depth across its generous form. Originally finished in bare stone, the urn now carries a cream painted surface. Over time, the paint has developed a fine web of cracks. In particular, the raised floral details show the heaviest crackling and flaking.
Authentic Ageing
In several areas, paint has fallen away completely to reveal lightly weathered composite stone beneath. Elsewhere, subtle discolouration and small patches of lichen mark its age. However, this natural wear enhances rather than diminishes its appeal. The weathering gives each composite stone cream urn a distinctive surface that new pieces cannot replicate.
Whether stripped back to bare stone or left painted, this composite stone cream urn adapts beautifully. It blends into established cottage gardens and structured terraces alike. In contemporary spaces, it introduces heritage contrast and texture. Choosing reclaimed garden features also supports sustainable landscaping. By reusing existing pieces, you reduce manufacturing demand and preserve historic craftsmanship. Therefore, a reclaimed composite stone urn like this offers durability, character, and environmental responsibility in one impressive focal point.
