{"product_id":"tole-bird-planter","title":"Vintage European Tole Bird and Floral Wall Planter or Magazine Rack - circa 1960","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully whimsical mid-20th-century painted-metal wall planter or plant holder, likely Continental European and possibly Italian, dating to approximately the 1950s or 1960s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe demi-lune frame is constructed from slender iron rods and sheet metal, then embellished with two dimensional, long-tailed exotic birds perched among twisting branches, serrated leaves, layered flowers and clusters of berries. Expressive scrolling ironwork forms an elegant crest above the planter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts richly aged palette combines verdigris and forest green with touches of turquoise, yellow, coral, burgundy and red. Decades of natural oxidation, fading and paint loss have created a beautifully timeworn surface that gives the piece the character of an old European garden ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to hang flat against a wall, the half-round basket can hold a separate liner or small potted plant. It is equally charming displayed empty as sculptural botanical wall art. For live plants, we recommend using a removable watertight container rather than planting directly into the metal frame. It would also be great to use as a magazine rack mounted on a wall. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive addition to an English country-inspired conservatory, garden room, sunroom or covered veranda. Style it with trailing ivy, maidenhair fern or a small orchid, or hang it above a skirted console or bamboo table surrounded by framed botanical prints. It would also be striking filled with dried branches or high-quality faux greenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaker: Unmarked; maker unknown\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Continental Europe, possibly Italy\u003cbr\u003eDate: Circa 1950–1970; best cataloged under the 1960s\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Painted iron, steel wire, and formed sheet metal\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Hollywood Regency, Italianate, French Country, botanical\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: \u003cbr\u003e13.75\" Tall\u003cbr\u003e8.5\" Deep\u003cbr\u003e15\" Wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGood vintage condition with a substantial original patina. The painted surface exhibits oxidation, rust, fading, scratches and areas of paint loss throughout. Several of the delicate botanical elements show age-related bends and possible minor losses. No removable planter liner is included. These imperfections are consistent with age, outdoor or garden-room use, and contribute to the piece’s decorative character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scout Studios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53064284242240,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/8385\/7216\/files\/ToleBirdPlanter1.jpg?v=1787593811","url":"https:\/\/shopscoutstudios.com\/products\/tole-bird-planter","provider":"Scout Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}