
Antique Artichoke Ornament on Pedestal Base
This antique artichoke ornament on pedestal base brings refined Old World character into your home, blending classical inspiration with the soulful beauty of age-worn materials. Designed exclusively for indoor use, this striking decorative piece is modeled after architectural finials found in historic European estates—often seen adorning garden balustrades, stone gateways, or interior cornices. Here, the form is reimagined in metal with layered, leaf-like segments, hand-shaped and arranged to replicate the natural symmetry of an artichoke, a time-honored symbol of hospitality and renewal. Each petal features a rich, weathered patina in earthy shades of rust, slate gray, and muted bronze, giving the sculpture the authentic look of a relic discovered in an antique market or storied chateau. The ornament rests atop a traditional pedestal base with a squared foot and flared curves, lending it a stately silhouette and presence. Though substantial in look, this piece is perfectly sized for i