Spring is the time of year we relish our gardens and outdoor spaces. Aside from landscaping alone, there are many elements you can use to transform an outdoor space into a work of art. Antique iron is one material that is stunningly transformative. Both durable and striking, iron brings a sense of power mixed with enduring beauty to outdoor spaces. Iron is a standout material paired with both natural features such as flowers, plants, stones, and water – or as a highlight to more urban elements like brick, concrete, and glass.
Our Gilligan Street Warehouse’s iron yard houses an incredible variety of gates, wrought iron railings, fencing, newel posts, columns, staircase stringers, garden bench ends, nautical chain, machine carts – along with more novel items like gears and pulleys. Get a brief peek at some of our treasures in our iron yard video tour .
Here are some featured finds from the iron yard we are loving this spring.
Cast Iron Ornate Low Fencing
Are you looking for some low fencing to repurpose into custom uses for outdoor spaces? Take a look at this ornate cast iron fencing with rosettes Haroldynne found in a corner of the iron yard! Perfect for surrounding and protecting trees and urban environments (or for any number of other creative purposes), this authentic cast iron brings durability and ornamentation to the small spaces outside.
Pair of Reclaimed Decorative Bronze Architectural Columns
Again suitable for urban spaces, courtyards, and other outdoor areas, these reclaimed bronze columns with antique patina will add a distinguished and decorative accent to outdoor features. Imagine these at the entry to a garden or small winding path.
Antique 30.5 in. Carved Granite Bird Fountain Urn
This substantive urn with a shallow dip adds a stunning sense of history to creative projects and outdoor spaces. A stately sculptural piece, filled with succulents…or with a splash of water to delight your garden wildlife.
Vintage Black Iron Bench Base
This 5-foot black iron bench base, paired with an antique or contemporary seat, lends a striking and functional feature to outdoor seating areas, gardens, and walkways.
OGT can provide the perfect wooden top to pair with this piece, or you can supply your own that expresses your style.
Victorian Cast Iron Stair Risers With Ornate Brackets
An unexpected find in the back corner of the iron yard, these ornate cast iron stair risers were salvaged from a 19th century Manhattan hotel. The detail in the cast iron is distinctive enough to bring out other elements of your design for visual impact.
Reclaimed Arched White Marble Garden Bench
Reclaimed white and gray veined marble offers heightened sensibility in this modern reclaimed arched garden bench. The exquisite shape and material exudes a sense of grandeur in this gorgeous sculptural piece.
Pair of Cast Iron Brooklyn Newel Posts
Can you picture these antique cast iron newel posts framing a garden bed or outdoor seating area?
Visit us at the iron yard soon for your outdoor design project needs. Our Gilligan Street warehouse is open 9am-5:50pm Mon- Sat. You will find the iron yard directly next to the customer parking entrance.
