Bidspirit auction | Cast Iron Cherub and Urn


Cast Iron Cherub and Urn Architectural Gate Crown Pediment - This cast iron architectural pediment, identified as a Cast Cherub Gate Crown, features a symmetrical Neoclassical composition. The central element is a classical pedestal urn positioned above a semicircular arch containing a stylized sunburst or fan motif. Flanking the urn are two winged cherubs, or putti, reclining upon scrolling acanthus leaf branches. The piece terminates in elongated volute scrolls. Constructed of heavy cast iron, it is finished in a pale seafoam green paint. The design is characteristic of late 19th to 20th-century architectural salvage, typically utilized as a gate topper or decorative overdoor wall crown. 33 inches Width x 10 inches Height. Pickup is Tuesday, August 25, from Noon to 7 pm at the home in Marion, OH or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. We will charge a $10 fee to bring this lot back to our warehouse in Lancaster, OH for shipping or alternative pickup. Once packed up we will send you an invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com. No sales tax on this auction. Our warehouse is in Lancaster, OH. Pickup in 10 days or we will dispose and you will not receive a refund.