Discover the rich aesthetic tradition of French garden
ornaments here in New Zealand, through Art du Jardin. Our French
craftsmen manufacture the most extensive collection of fine
cast stone, terra cotta and sculpted stone fountains, statues
and urns. Each unique piece is a faithful reproduction of models
from the 17th, 18th and 19th
centuries and crafted by traditional processes. Dedication to
detail and design has given these works a reputation for quality
and excellence throughout the world.
Items
are cast from pulverized stone or hand sculpted using traditional
ancient methods. The caste products are made using moulds formed
from original pieces.
Although
original, each carved figure is made using the same ancient
materials and techniques. Following casting or sculpting, each
piece is hand finished with custom finishes selected by the
customer. The finishes available are natural, aged and burnished
stone. The terra cotta pieces are also hand crafted and baked
in an oven at 2200°F. The vases and urns are enameled using
a traditional process, giving them an incomparable look and
texture.
We
invite you to browse through this selection. For details of
these and our many other works, contact
us.
To visit Mary and/or Glenys' gardens in Whangarei where items
are displayed in formal, traditional and rustic settings, click
contact to arrange an appointment.
Many items can be purchased with or without pedestals and pool
surrounds. Our artisans will also make to order.