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Galerie Green

Galerie Green
Galerie Green
Galerie Green

Pair of French Foundry Crucibles

This evocative pair of French foundry melting pots carries the raw, industrial beauty of early metalworking craftsmanship. Formed from heavily textured lava stone and once used in the smelting process, each vessel features a richly pitted surface and darkened patina shaped by years of heat and use. Their organic silhouettes and weathered interiors lend a sculptural presence that feels both primitive and refined. Repurposed as planters or decorative vessels, these pieces bring a striking sense of history, materiality, and understated drama to both interior and garden spaces.

 

Offered as a set of two.

$3,900

Period

c. 1960

Origin

France

Materials

Lava Stone

Dimensions

Smaller: H 20" W 16" Larger: W 17" H 21.5"

Condition

Good vintage condition. Beautiful patinaed texture consistent with age and wear.