gf-1181

An unusual sun flower shaped faux bois garden table in a grey finish. This rare table has an aged patina and is in a very good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1930 from a garden in the Loire Valley, France

Faux Bois refers to an artisanal imitation of wood and most likely first crafted by the French Rocailleurs  garden craftsmen) in the late 19th Century through the 1940s. The structures were created with chicken wire, metal rods and other. Once shaped a combination of mortar, concrete and grout was applied onto the structure. While the mixture was still wet the fine sculpting was artfully formed, and the imitation of the wood was achieved.

Material: Faux Bois
Country of Origin: France
Dimensions: 31" H x 47" W