A well dressed gentleman reduced to his best jacket, collar up, zip half undone, holding the flowers.
Aldo is a sculptural vase in iron, shaped as a tailored torso with a standing collar and a rope zip pulled halfway down the chest, complete with its little zipper tab. His surface is deeply crinkled like crushed cloth, finished in a dark textured bronze style finish brushed through with gold.
At 41cm tall he holds bare branches or dried stems through his open collar, turning a coffee table, a console, or a bookshelf into a small gallery moment.
Why we love it
◆The collar, standing open like a jacket worn against the wind
◆The zip, a rope twist seam with its own tiny tab, half undone forever
◆The crushed texture, deep crinkles that read like cloth caught mid movement
◆The finish, dark bronze style tones brushed with gold across every ridge
Dimensions & Details
Size
27.5 x 14 x 41 cm
Weight
1.4 kg net
Materials
Iron
Finish
Textured bronze style finish brushed with gold, hand-finished
Style
French Provincial · sculptural · vintage
Suitable for
Indoor use
How to style it
Aldo is the conversation piece who starts the conversation himself.
Give him a few bare branches rising from the collar
Stand him alone on a coffee table with a small book and nothing else
Pair him with pieces from our sculptures collection
Stylist's TipKeep his stems dark and sparse, black branches or dried seed heads. He is already wearing the outfit; the flowers are just his boutonniere.
Care & Keeping
Dust with a soft dry brush so the crinkled texture keeps its shadows. For fresh stems sit a slim jar of water inside him, and lift him by the body rather than the collar.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is he made of?
Iron, with the crushed texture worked into the surface and the collar, rope zip, and tab all part of the sculpture, in a dark bronze style finish brushed with gold.
Can he hold water for fresh flowers?
We recommend a slim jar or sleeve of water inside for fresh stems. Dried branches and stems can go straight in through the collar opening.
Is he a vase or a sculpture?
Both. He stands perfectly well empty as a sculptural piece, and the opening at his collar takes stems whenever you want him working.
Does the zip move?
No, the zip and its tab are fixed parts of the casting, caught halfway down exactly where the sculptor wanted them.
Will mine look exactly like the photos?
Very close. The gold brushing is applied by hand across the crinkled surface, so where it catches varies a little from piece to piece, which is part of the intended character.
Because Aldo is hand-finished, slight variations in patina, texture, and grain 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
afterpay
Pairs Beautifully With
Aldo French Provincial Torso Vase, Collar and Zip, Textured Bronze Finish 41cmSale price$119.00
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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