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What does a garden gnome represent?
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Garden gnomes represent good luck. The forerunners of today's garden gnomes are said to be the statues of gods that ancient Romans placed in their gardens. These statues were thought to provide protection against evil, and so modern garden gnomes are believed to be good luck charms.
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Antique 1970s Painted Concrete Garden Gnome with Barrel Statue
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A charming antique 1970s painted concrete garden gnome statue with wonderful rustic character and a naturally weathered outdoor finish.
Category
Vintage 1970s Rustic Garden Ornaments
Materials
Concrete
Vintage Hand-Painted Garden Gnomes Set, Cast Concrete, France, 1960
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A set of two large polychrome garden gnomes from a French manor. These playful statuettes are made of cast concrete or "pierre composee".
Category
Vintage 1960s French Garden Ornaments
Materials
Concrete
$3,850 Sale Price / set
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American Garden Gnomes Pair, Cast Iron, Keeper of Keys, 1925
Located in South Burlington, VT
Since the early part of the 20th century, American gardeners have been infatuated with these loveable garden gnomes.
Category
Early 20th Century American Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
1950s Restored Garden Gnome & Concrete Turtle Planter Pair
By Henri Studios, Willy Guhl
Located in Bensalem, PA
Two enchanting garden gnomes circa 1950s 60s repainted. Please look at pictures for overall detail.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
Set of Four Philipp Griebel German Garden Gnomes, Gräfenroda, c.1930
Located in Wells-Next-The-Sea, GB
A wonderfully characterful set of four glazed earthenware garden gnomes by Philipp Griebel of Gräfenroda, Thuringia, Germany, circa 1930.
Category
Vintage 1930s Statues
Materials
Ceramic
1970s Vintage Garden Gnome Figure with Polychrome Terracotta Planters
Located in Marbella, ES
Inspired by the Central European tradition of garden gnomes, this piece blends a distinct folk-art character with an appealing aged finish that enhances its authenticity.
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Garden Ornaments
Materials
Cement
