Antique French Melon Cloche - A

$945.00 AUD
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A bell-shaped garden cloche dating from France in the late 19th Century.
THIS CLOCHE MEASURES - 43 X 37CM APPROX. EACH ONE IS UNIQUE AND NO TWO ARE ALIKE IN COLOUR TEXTURE OR FORM. 
Made from thick glass, it was designed to act as a small green house for lettuces and melons in the potager. 
Glass domes such as this can be transformed into spectacular light fittings when suspended. There is a small knob on the top.

Condition and wear consistent with age and use.