A striking vintage mid-century galvanised metal watering urn from Puglia, originally used for spraying vines in a Puglian vineyard. Handmade and dating to the mid-20th century, this exceptionally large vessel has a wonderfully minimalist form, distinctive heart-shaped handles and an authentic weathered patina.
Designed as a practical agricultural tool, its simple construction and generous proportions give it an unexpected sculptural quality. The galvanised metal has naturally aged through years of daily use, exposure to the elements and the passage of time, creating a beautifully characterful surface.
The combination of its utilitarian origins, elegant proportions and unusual heart-shaped handles makes this a particularly distinctive piece of vintage Italian gardenalia.
Today, it makes an impressive decorative object indoors or outdoors. Use it as an oversized vase for fresh or dried flowers and branches, or display it on its own as a sculptural farmhouse piece. Pair it with the matching vintage watering urn shown in the photographs for a particularly striking arrangement.
Found in Ostuni, the whitewashed hilltop town of Puglia's Valle d'Itria, this one-of-a-kind piece brings the rustic character of traditional Southern Italian agricultural objects into a contemporary interior.
Details
Period: Mid-1900s
Origin: Puglia, Southern Italy
Found in: Ostuni, Valle d'Itria
Material: Galvanised metal
Original use: Vineyard watering / vine spraying
Features: Heart-shaped handles and large rounded form
Finish: Naturally weathered galvanised patina
Dimensions: H50 × W38 × D31 cm
As with all Rivesto vintage pieces, this object is perfectly imperfect. Signs of age and use, including areas of wear, oxidation and discolouration, are part of its authentic character and history. Please note that colours may vary slightly from screen to screen.
A striking vintage mid-century galvanised metal watering urn from Puglia, originally used for spraying vines in a Puglian vineyard. Handmade and dating to the mid-20th century, this exceptionally large vessel has a wonderfully minimalist form, distinctive heart-shaped handles and an authentic weathered patina.
Designed as a practical agricultural tool, its simple construction and generous proportions give it an unexpected sculptural quality. The galvanised metal has naturally aged through years of daily use, exposure to the elements and the passage of time, creating a beautifully characterful surface.
The combination of its utilitarian origins, elegant proportions and unusual heart-shaped handles makes this a particularly distinctive piece of vintage Italian gardenalia.
Today, it makes an impressive decorative object indoors or outdoors. Use it as an oversized vase for fresh or dried flowers and branches, or display it on its own as a sculptural farmhouse piece. Pair it with the matching vintage watering urn shown in the photographs for a particularly striking arrangement.
Found in Ostuni, the whitewashed hilltop town of Puglia's Valle d'Itria, this one-of-a-kind piece brings the rustic character of traditional Southern Italian agricultural objects into a contemporary interior.
Details
Period: Mid-1900s
Origin: Puglia, Southern Italy
Found in: Ostuni, Valle d'Itria
Material: Galvanised metal
Original use: Vineyard watering / vine spraying
Features: Heart-shaped handles and large rounded form
Finish: Naturally weathered galvanised patina
Dimensions: H50 × W38 × D31 cm
As with all Rivesto vintage pieces, this object is perfectly imperfect. Signs of age and use, including areas of wear, oxidation and discolouration, are part of its authentic character and history. Please note that colours may vary slightly from screen to screen.
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