A classical urn on a pedestal foot, garlanded and fluted, finished in the chalky white of an old garden statue.
Stephen is a classical urn in the campana shape, a wide flared bowl on a turned pedestal foot. The rim is ringed with acanthus leaves, a garland swag hangs below it, and the lower bowl is fluted, the kind of detail you find on old French garden urns. The chalky antique white finish is rubbed back to grey and ochre in the hollows, so it reads as a piece that has stood out in the weather for years.
It stands about 50 cm tall and 28.5 cm across, made from cast magnesia composite, a stone-like material with real presence. Stand it on the floor by a doorway or a hearth, on a console, or out on a covered porch. Fill it with tall branches or dried stems, drop a potted plant inside, or leave it empty as a sculptural piece on its own.
Why we love it
◆Classical urn shape, a campana bowl on a turned pedestal foot.
◆Acanthus and garland relief, leaves around the rim and a swag below it.
◆Distressed antique white, rubbed back to grey and ochre for an aged, weathered look.
◆A floor or console size, at 50 cm tall it holds tall branches or a potted plant.
Dimensions & Details
Height
50 cm
Width
28.5 cm across the bowl
Weight
2.8 kg
Material
Cast magnesia composite
Finish
Distressed antique white
Style
French Provincial · classical · garden
Best for
Branches, dried stems or a potted plant in a liner
How to style it
A few ways to use it:
Stand it by a door or hearth with tall branches or dried stems.
Drop a potted fern or trailing plant inside, in its own liner.
Leave it empty on a console as a sculptural piece beside other vases.
Stylist's Tip
Give it room to be seen. An urn this shape looks best a little apart from other things, on the floor or raised on a plinth, where the pedestal and the garland can read against a plain wall.
Care & Keeping
Dust with a soft dry brush or cloth. The chalky finish and the worn patches are part of the aged look rather than faults. Keep Stephen indoors or under cover, since constant weather will wear the finish faster. For live plants, sit a potted plant in its own liner inside rather than planting straight in, and empty any water that gathers so it does not sit against the base.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is it?
About 50 cm tall and 28.5 cm across the bowl, weighing roughly 2.8 kg. A floor or console size rather than a small tabletop urn.
What is it made of?
Cast magnesia composite, a stone-like material, hand-finished with a distressed antique white. The worn grey and ochre tones are applied by hand, so each one differs a little.
Can I plant straight into it?
Better to sit a potted plant in its own liner inside. There is no drainage hole, so planting straight in and watering would leave water sitting against the base.
Can it go outside?
It is happiest indoors or on a covered porch. It can sit outside under cover, but full sun and rain will wear the finish over time.
Will mine look like the photos?
Close, not identical. Stephen is hand-finished, so the distressing and the worn tones fall a little differently on each piece.
Because Stephen is hand-finished, slight variations in patina, texture and tone are natural and add to the unique character of each piece. Colour may also vary slightly between screens, all photography is taken in natural light.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
AUSTRALIA & NZ Australia Post Standard (2-8 business days) free if order is $100 or above (selected metro areas). Check your postcode.
Please refer to our shipping page for more information WORLDWIDE SHIPPING Express Shipping (8-15 business days).
RETURNS We expect you’ll love your purchases. On the off chance you don’t, we’re pleased to offer a refund or exchange.
We offer Returns on full-priced undamaged items within 100 days of purchase.
For more details visit our Returns page
PAYMENT METHODS
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Stephen Classical Pedestal Urn, Distressed Antique White 50cmSale price$169.00
100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
100-Day Money Back Guarantee◆Free Replacement If It Arrives Damaged◆Shipped From Sydney◆Delivery Insured Free◆Rated 4.98 by 4,566 Customers◆
Got Questions?
We've got answers
What happens if my piece arrives damaged?
Every order is packed with care and insurance cover, but if anything arrives damaged, send us a photo as soon as possible and we'll arrange a replacement. No need to return the damaged piece.
Will my piece look exactly like the photos?
Very close, but expect small variations. Patina depth, paint distress and metal ageing will differ slightly from unit to unit.
Where do you ship from and how long does delivery take?
All Château Living orders ship from our Bribie Island warehouse in Queensland. Standard delivery is 3-7 business days, with tracking sent to your inbox the moment your order leaves us.
What if it doesn't suit my space when it arrives?
You're covered by our 100-Day Money Back Guarantee. If a piece doesn't suit your space, return it within 100 days of delivery for a full refund. We want every Château piece to feel like it was made for your home.
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