A little piece of French garden history, reimagined.

Inspired by a beautifully ornamented Victorian-era French garden edging tile, this handcrafted concrete casting by Breck Armstrong of Moss Studios captures the romance and character of antique architectural details.

The original terracotta piece, marked “Vendeuvre” on the reverse, features an elegant botanical crest with scrolling foliage and a prominent decorative letter “D.” Its design recalls the ornamental edging used to define garden beds and pathways in 19th-century France.

Breck's concrete reproduction preserves the intricate raised decoration and softly weathered character of the original, finished in a beautiful aged turquoise that highlights the relief and gives the piece the appearance of an old garden relic.

About the Artist

Breck Armstrong is the creative force behind Moss Studios, based in Michigan, where he handcrafts distinctive garden accessories and decorative objects inspired by antiques, architectural salvage, and natural materials.

Breck trained under renowned master potter Guy Wolff, celebrated for his historically inspired garden pottery. His work and Moss Studios were featured on Martha Stewart's blog in 2023 during the Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville.

A hanging hook on the reverse transforms this architectural fragment into a charming decorative accent. Display it on a garden wall, in a covered courtyard, or indoors among collected antiques and botanical treasures.

A lovely marriage of French garden tradition and contemporary craftsmanship.

Details

• Maker: Breck Armstrong, Moss Studios

• Material: Cast concrete

• Inspiration: Antique French terracotta garden edging tile

• Original marking: “Vendeuvre”

• Finish: Weathered turquoise

• Dimensions: 6"W × 12.5"H × 1.5"D

• Hanging hook on reverse

• Contemporary reproduction of a vintage design

• Sold individually

Natural variations in texture, color, and surface finish are part of its handcrafted character.

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