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Garden Decor & Accessories

The decoration of gardens with ornamental pieces such as sculptures, figurines, fountains, outdoor furniture, and birdhouses is a pastime enjoyed worldwide. The first gardens to be adorned with decorative objects were in Ancient Greece and Rome, where classical statuary, busts, fountains, urns, sundials, and lounging furniture were the preferred ornamental pieces. In 7th century A.D., artificial rock gardens, or scholar rocks, became important decorative pieces in China, where they inspired intellectuals to gaze and reflect upon upon their asymmetrical, visually stimulating qualities.

The 18th century witnessed an important shift in garden decoration with the fusion of European and Asian styles. In Britain, gardens incorporated ornamental pieces collected in and inspired by distant lands, such as fragments of Egyptian obelisks and miniature pagodas produced in Europe.

During the 19th century, marble and porcelain figurines, especially gnomes, became wildly popular in Germany and were collected and displayed outside homes across Europe and the United States. Garden gnomes remain one of the most sought after decorative pieces for gardens today. An incredible variety of garden ornaments including religious sculptures, bird baths, wind mills, chimes, and Christmas décor are available at auction.


Quick Facts

  • On April 19, 2015, Heritage Auctions Beverly Hills sold a cardboard garden gnome signed by all four members of the Beatles for $42,500
  • The Gardens of Versailles, which are decorated with more than two hundred water fountains, sculptures, and busts, are visited by more than six million visitors each year
  • Wealthy Romans installed extravagant gardens with fountains, chaise lounge chairs, sculpted ancestor busts, and potted plants inside their villas

Recommended Items at Auction

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Hampton Bay Arched Solar Patio Umbrella
Feb 22, 10:00 AM MST
Hampton Bay Arched Solar Patio Umbrella
by EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Est: $0- $0
$356 Bids
A composite stone planter with citrus, planter Height 44cm x Diameter 56cm
Feb 25, 7:00 PM AEDT
A composite stone planter with citrus, planter Height 44cm x Diameter 56cm
by Lawsons
Est: AUD150- AUD250
AUD503 Bids
A square form composite stone planter, with large tree, total Height 230cm
Feb 25, 7:00 PM AEDT
A square form composite stone planter, with large tree, total Height 230cm
by Lawsons
Est: AUD100- AUD150
AUD352 Bids
Outdoor Garden Hose Caddie
Feb 22, 10:00 AM MST
Outdoor Garden Hose Caddie
by EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Est: $0- $0
$152 Bids
Pair Allen + Roth Classical Composite Planters
Feb 22, 10:00 AM MST
Pair Allen + Roth Classical Composite Planters
by EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Est: $0- $0
$152 Bids
Pair Allen + Roth Classical Composite Planters
Feb 22, 10:00 AM MST
Pair Allen + Roth Classical Composite Planters
by EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Est: $0- $0
$102 Bids
Bent cane planter on tripod base (82 x 49cm)
Feb 20, 10:00 AM AEDT
Bent cane planter on tripod base (82 x 49cm)
by Lawsons
Est: AUD40- AUD60
AUD202 Bids
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Concrete Jardiniere
Mar 11, 10:00 AM EDT
Concrete Jardiniere
by Barry S. Slosberg Inc
Est: $40- $60
$201 Bid
Cast Iron Victorian Style Garden Chair 12"X22"X27"
Mar 01, 10:00 AM EST
Cast Iron Victorian Style Garden Chair 12"X22"X27"
by Swisher Bros. Auction
Est: $0- $0
$51 Bid
Cast Iron Victorian Style Garden Chair 12"X22"X27"
Mar 01, 10:00 AM EST
Cast Iron Victorian Style Garden Chair 12"X22"X27"
by Swisher Bros. Auction
Est: $0- $0
$51 Bid
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(2) Pottery Barn Synthetic Wicker Outdoor Seating
Feb 25, 6:00 PM EST
(2) Pottery Barn Synthetic Wicker Outdoor Seating
by Apple Tree Auction Center
Est: $0- $0
$51 Bid
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Faux Spiked Agave Potted Planter 41 1/2 in. (105.4 cm.)
Feb 25, 6:00 PM EST
Faux Spiked Agave Potted Planter 41 1/2 in. (105.4 cm.)
by Apple Tree Auction Center
Est: $0- $0
$51 Bid
A Cast Iron, Green Painted Timber Outdoor Bench Seat
Feb 23, 2:00 PM AEDT
A Cast Iron, Green Painted Timber Outdoor Bench Seat
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD100- AUD200
AUD501 Bid
A Cast Iron, Green Painted Timber Outdoor Bench Seat
Feb 23, 2:00 PM AEDT
A Cast Iron, Green Painted Timber Outdoor Bench Seat
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD100- AUD200
AUD501 Bid
Pair Allen + Roth Classical Composite Planters
Feb 22, 10:00 AM MST
Pair Allen + Roth Classical Composite Planters
by EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Est: $0- $0
$101 Bid
Faux Manzanita Tree Potted Plant Decor
Feb 22, 10:00 AM MST
Faux Manzanita Tree Potted Plant Decor
by EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Est: $0- $0
$101 Bid
A pair of square terracotta planters with money tree, Height of taller 90cm
Feb 25, 7:00 PM AEDT
A pair of square terracotta planters with money tree, Height of taller 90cm
by Lawsons
Est: AUD60- AUD80
AUD151 Bid
A cast iron and wood garden seat,
Feb 18, 10:00 AM GMT
A cast iron and wood garden seat,
by Sworders
Est: £400- £600
£3200 Bids

Sellers Who Sell Garden Decor & Accessories


Lawsons

Lawsons

EJ'S Auction & Appraisal

EJ'S Auction & Appraisal

Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers

Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers

Karen's Dollhouse Shop

Karen's Dollhouse Shop