Authentic vintage 1960s Willy Guhl Olive Jar planter for Eternit with sculptural rounded form, broad rolled opening and richly weathered natural concrete patina, an iconic Swiss mid-century garden vessel with architectural character — Hommes and Gardens, Willy Guhl Collection, Pots + Planters Collection, Objects + Curiosities Collection, Home Decor, Landscape Architect, Interior Designer, Outdoor Living, Outdoor Decorations, Garden Design, Home Design, Luxury Design, Art, Furniture, Objects, Swiss Design, M

Authentic Vintage Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter with Patina, Switzerland, 1960s

$3,184.00
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Authentic vintage 1960s Willy Guhl Olive Jar planter for Eternit with sculptural rounded form, broad rolled opening and richly weathered natural concrete patina, an iconic Swiss mid-century garden vessel with architectural character — Hommes and Gardens, Willy Guhl Collection, Pots + Planters Collection, Objects + Curiosities Collection, Home Decor, Landscape Architect, Interior Designer, Outdoor Living, Outdoor Decorations, Garden Design, Home Design, Luxury Design, Art, Furniture, Objects, Swiss Design, M
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  • Authentic vintage 1960s Willy Guhl Olive Jar planter for Eternit with sculptural rounded form, broad rolled opening and richly weathered natural concrete patina, an iconic Swiss mid-century garden vessel with architectural character — Hommes and Gardens, Willy Guhl Collection, Pots + Planters Collection, Objects + Curiosities Collection, Home Decor, Landscape Architect, Interior Designer, Outdoor Living, Outdoor Decorations, Garden Design, Home Design, Luxury Design, Art, Furniture, Objects, Swiss Design, M
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  • Authentic Vintage Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter with Patina, Switzerland, 1960s
Authentic Vintage Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter with Patina, Switzerland, 1960s

Authentic Vintage Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter with Patina, Switzerland, 1960s

$3,184.00

An exceptional original vintage olive jar planter by renowned Swiss designer Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1960s.

Beautifully proportioned with a generous rounded body, softly tapered base, and distinctive rolled rim, this sculptural vessel is a timeless example of Swiss mid-century modern garden design.

The planter retains a remarkable naturally developed patina, featuring soft chalky ivory and warm limestone tones, subtle gray-green undertones, and delicate traces of faded terracotta. Its richly textured surface has acquired a beautiful stone-like character through decades of weathering, giving the piece a quiet, architectural presence.

Equally compelling as a freestanding sculptural object or incorporated into a thoughtfully designed landscape, the vessel lends itself beautifully to Mediterranean gardens, Provençal courtyards, modernist residences, and sophisticated interior spaces.

Authenticity & Provenance

An authentic vintage example, offered alongside a matching companion planter of identical design and dimensions. Both exhibit closely matching construction, proportions, and characteristic detailing.

Condition

Beautiful vintage condition with exceptional age-related patina. Natural surface weathering, tonal variation, scattered traces of earlier finish, and minor imperfections are consistent with age and outdoor use. The existing surface has been preserved to retain its distinctive character.

Dimensions

Height: 21 inches
Diameter: 18 inches
Opening diameter: 8.5 inches

Designer: Willy Guhl
Manufacturer: Eternit
Origin: Switzerland
Period: Circa 1960s
Material: Fiber cement
Style: Mid-Century Modern / Swiss Modern

Two matching examples are available and offered individually. An exceptional opportunity to acquire a complementary pair with beautifully developed individual patinas.

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