French Cast Cement Mushroom Garden Stool, circa 1950s
sb-1171
A vintage mid-century garden ornament modeled as an oversized woodland mushroom, hand cast in cement with naturalistic detailing. The stem raises from a rounded base accented with small clustered red topped fungi, supporting a wide, gently concave cap. Decades of outdoor exposure have produced an attractive, mottled patina in natural stone tones in grey and red, with traces of the original painted finish still visible.
Wear consistent with age and use.Both sculptural and functional, the piece offer can serve as a whimsical garden ornament or indoor decorative object. Mushroom shaped seats were popular in French parks and cottage gardens during the 1950s and remain sought after for their nostalgic character and rustic presence.
Base 14.5"W
Material: Concrete
Country of Origin: France
Dimensions: 19.5" H x 20" W