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Survey your lakefront property or your kids at play from the roomy vantagepoint of this swiveling bar stool from Astonica. Crafted from sturdy, weather-resistantcast aluminum, the chair swivels 360 degrees and features a footrest on all sides. Theopen weave and scroll design provides comfortable support on the seatback and seat,complemented by the chair's organic curves. Astonica completes the stool with apowder-coated, matte Desert Tan finish--the color of pale sand with just a hint of gray.To help protect decking, the chair comes with rubberized feet. Simple assembly isrequired. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• Seat is 20 inches wide; stool is 45 inches high
• Ergonomic seating and wrap-around footrest
• Conveniently swivels 360 degrees
• Made of sturdy, weather-resistant cast aluminum
• Powder-coated finish in matte Desert Tan

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It's lovely, charming and all quality
I ordered the two chairs and the table. They are all lovely. The assembly was easy and we are so pleased. We had coffee on the patio this morning. ...a very nice product! ... Read more

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A pleasant spot to read the paper or sip an iced tea, this Astonica bar table isboth sturdy and attractive. Crafted from cast aluminum, the table is weather-resistant andstable on rubberized feet that protect your decking. The top features an open weave andscroll design, and the curved legs are reminiscent of butterfly wings. Astonica's mattepowder-coated finish is the color of pale sand with just a hint of gray. At 40 inches talland 30 inches in diameter, the table is roomy for two and comfortably intimate for four.A center hole in the tabletop and two supports underneath accommodate an umbrella.Simple assembly is required.--Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• 30 inches in diameter, 40 inches tall
• Sturdy and attractive outdoor table
• Weave design with scroll accents
• Constructed of weather-resistant cast aluminum
• Powder-coated finish in matte Desert Tan

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Give a green-thumbed dad the finishing touch for his favorite flower orvegetable bed: a solid brass sign that says "Dad's Garden." The letters and smooth edgeshine with a brassy polish against a matte verdigris background with a brick-like texture.A little bird perches on top of the plaque, which measures 3-3/4 by 7-1/2 inches. A 7-inchspike screws into the back of the sign to anchor it securely in the ground. Weighingapproximately 1 pound, this heavy-duty garden ornament cheerfully withstands wind,rain, and the occasional slip of the shovel. --Ann Bieri ... Read more

Features

• 7-inch metal spike screws into back
• Solid brass plaque makes a perfect gardener's gift
• Small bird perches on top
• Edging and letters are brightly polished
• Background has matte verdigris finish

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Give a green-thumbed mom the finishing touch for her favorite flower orvegetable bed: a solid brass sign that says "Mom's Garden." The letters and decorativeedge shine with a brassy polish against a matte verdigris background. A 7-inch spikescrews into the back of the 4-by-7-inch sign to anchor it securely in the ground. Weighingapproximately 1 pound, this heavy-duty garden ornament cheerfully withstands wind,rain, and the occasional slip of the shovel. --Ann Bieri ... Read more

Features

• Weighs approximately 1 pound
• Solid brass plaque makes a perfect gardener's gift
• Decorative edging and letters are brightly polished
• Background has matte verdigris finish
• 7-inch metal spike screws into back

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Mom loved it
I'm sure mothers love whatever their sons happen to buy them, but mine loved it. This thing is HEAVY and high quality. It should hold up well under the weather. ... Read more

Features

• 7inches by .25inches by 4 inches high, 1-pound
• Made of solid brass
• Polished accents with verdigris finish
• Weighs approximately 1-pound
• Decorative border

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Unlike many flat sun clocks, this Astonica Galileo sundial takes the ancient artof telling time by the sun above the ground. With a strong construction and a handsomeprofile, the unit is a great addition to patios, gardens, and paths. The three-ring designrests on a three-footed base, and all parts of the dial are made from solid brass, with averdigris finish and polished accents, including the Roman numerals and the outer bandsof two of the rings. Easy to transport from season to season, this natural clock is fun touse and lovely to look at. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• 10 by 11 by 17 inches
• Solid brass with polished accents
• Sturdy triple ring design with footed base
• Embossed with Roman numerals
• Attractive verdigris finish

Reviews (2)

Test Of Time
I have always wanted a sundial like this but have had a difficult time finding one that was decent and didn't fall apart or lose it's finish. It arrived in the first week of January. I assembled it ( very easy) and put it out on our deck and left it there , the Test Of Time, it has been thru an ice storm, rain,sleet,hail,snow, frost, and hot sun . It has a very good finish that has lasted thru all the abuse from the weather. We get some pretty severe summer weather here and I am confident it will continue to stay in great shape. It is a very nice piece.

LET THE SUN SHINE!!!
This is a beautiful piece and well built. I was inspired by a trip to Scotland to put in an english garden which is where this sundial wil go. It comes assembled. It is heavy and sits with stability. I was afraid the price was not a good one but after seeing it I feel it is a good deal. This would enhance any garden/yard. Let the SUN SHINE!!!! ... Read more

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These three beautiful stained-glass butterflies mount to gardenstakes for a colorful presence in a flower garden or along a walkway.The butterflies' red, blue, and yellow wings are made of real Tiffanyglass mounted in copper frames for an additional glint when hit by aray of sunshine. The set includes one large 7-by-8-inch and two smaller4-by-3-inch butterflies along with three 23-inch steel ground stakes ina matching antiqued-copper color. Stakes come in two pieces and areeasy to assemble. --Cristina Vaamonde ... Read more

Features

• Three 23-inch steel stakes with antiqued copper finish
• Real Tiffany glass pieces
• Copper framing around glass
• Two smaller butterflies measure 3 by 4 inches
• One large butterfly measures 8 by 7 inches

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beautiful and sturdy
This is a wonderful set of 3 sturdy stained glass butterflies. The copper poles they are on have a two prong bottum for easy and stable placement. The copper pole is in 3 sections so you can leave one or two sections out to adjust or vary the height of the butterflies. Very versitle. They reflect beautifully among the bushes/flowers but do not glare. Fantastic addition to my flower bed planted with flowers to attract butterflies. They are worth every penny plus more! ... Read more

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Surprisingly sturdy for their visual loft, these stained glassdragonfly ornaments add color to pots, planters, and flowerbeds. Each sculpturefeatures a complementary combination of colors (sky blue, red, grass green, andhoney yellow) in lightly streaked or clear Tiffany-style glass. The sturdy framespirals around the body and crisscrosses the wings in light veinwork. While theframe features an antiqued copper finish, the stakes themselves are solidcopper. They assemble simply, fork at the bottom for extra stability, and screwsecurely into the underside of each dragonfly. The lovely pieces come in a setof three sizes: 4 by 3 by 25 inches, 7 by 10 by 25 inches, and 7 by 11 by 36inches. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• 4 by 3 by 25 inches; 7 by 10 by 25 inches; 7 by 11 by 36 inches
• Colorful stained glass dragonflies for flowerbeds and planters
• Tiffany-style glass pieces
• Copper framing and copper stakes
• Assembles in minutes

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A few irreverent comments
I guess when pink lawn flamingoes became too tacky to have on your front lawn, they needed to invent something else. So now we have glass dragonflies. What will they think of next? I don't have any of these, but I've seen other people on our block put them on their flower planters. Maybe they sort of act like insect scarecrows and keep the aphids and other pests away? Anyway, they actually look better than you can see from the picture here, although I don't think they'll fool another dragonfly, but who cares what a dragonfly thinks? The important thing is that you can one-up your neighbor on the tacky/kitsch scale with a few of these.

Glass Dragonflies
These really are beautiful and well worth the money. The glass is thick, and the colors are beautifully translucent when the sun shines through them. They come in three different sizes, heights so that you can place them with different types of plants, with great effect. I am so pleased to see that Amazon.com now offers the butterfly stakes, I will definitely purchase those as well.

Interior Designer SHOCKED at the elegance of the Dragonflies
I hesitated ordering the Dragonflies, as I thought they were no more than a lawn decoration, similiar to a pink flamingo. I sent these as a gift and when I saw them, I was extremely impressed. They are beautiful, elegant and have a expensive and classy appearance. Don't hesitate to order these, I feel you will all be very pleased with this purchase !!!

Wow! Wonderful Dragonflies!
Just wanted to write a quick note...if you are looking for a wonderfully inexpensive gift for your favorite gardener...this is the gift to buy. It is GORGEOUS. My only problem is that I bought it as a gift...and now have decided to keep it for myself since they are so beautiful!

Dragon flies
I bought this as a gift and the quality of the product was great. ... Read more

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Larger than life, these two colorful butterflies measure 8 by 8-1/2 inches andbrighten any garden bed or indoor planter. Made of real Tiffany glass with copperframing, the delicate-looking creatures are actually hardy enough to keep outside duringfine weather. Each comes with a two-pronged stake featuring three 12-inch sections thatscrew together, allowing the butterfly to flutter near ground level or at 24 or 36 inches inheight. Though made of steel, the stakes shine with a copper finish and screw into thebacks of the butterflies for a secure stance. A perfect gift for the gardener who haseverything. --Ann Bieri ... Read more

Features

• Each butterfly measures 8 by 8-1/2 inches
• Two Tiffany glass butterflies with copper framing
• Two copper-finish steel stakes
• Stake sections screw together to height of 36 inches
• Perfect for adorning garden or indoor planters

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Great concept, poor execution
The butterflies are attractive, although the gold/yellow one is nearly opaque. Unfortunately, the design is prone to breaking. The butterlies are heavy and subject to movement in the wind, but they are held in place on their stakes with a poorly welded clasp that cannot be repaired if broken.

My green butterfly snapped within a week of being place on my terrace. I finally hung it in a window (sans stake) because I could not get it on to the mounting stake and bringing in to be welded would be a foolish exercise for such an inexpensive item.

I would think the smaller butterflies by the same manufacturer would be equally attractive and less susceptible to breaking.

Bob ... Read more

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Give a garden lover the finishing touch for an herb bed: a set of six solid brass plant markers. Herbs featured in the set are basil, thyme, parsley, sage, oregano, and dill. The name and likeness of each plant shine with a brassy polish against a matte verdigris background. Decorative yet durable, these 10-inch garden markers cheerfully withstand wind, rain, and the occasional slip of the trowel. --Ann Bieri ... Read more

Features

• 6 markers; 10 inches tall
• Solid brass herb markers for garden lovers
• Verdigris finish with polished accents
• Name and likeness of herb on each one
• Features basil, thyme, parsley, sage, oregano, and dill

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Substantial but discreetly sized, this Astonica sundial features a handsome sundesign on both base and arm. All parts are crafted from solid brass with a verdigris finishand shiny brass accents on the Roman numerals, sun features, and scattered stars. Theraised rim, which looks like a perforated ring, gives the dial a solid perimeter withoutdominating the design. Assembly here is simple--the arm, or "style," screws into the basewith the included hardware. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• Measures 10 by 10 by 4 inches
• Solid brass construction with polished accents
• Features embossed Roman numerals
• Intricate and detailed sun designs
• Attractive verdigris finish

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Create a home within your home for house plants, driedflowers, or bulbs with this Astonica terrarium from World Factory.Crafted from steel in a delicate scrollwork design, the piece combinesstrength of construction with an airy aesthetic. The frame's finish isan antiqued ivory, while the glass top and side panels feature acomplementary pale green tint. While its structure is plenty stable,the house frame is not attached to the platform--it simply sits on topof it. Hinged for access, the lid rests on an attached chain when openand is held in place by two flexible metal tabs when closed. --EmilyBedard ... Read more

Features

• Measures 15-1/2 by 10 by 18 inches
• Sturdy steel frame structure with scroll design
• Glass panels on top and sides
• Antique ivory finish on frame, base, and chain
• Hinged lid with catch chain

Reviews (2)

great to own!
I love this terrarium...it looks great on a table filled with small plants or herbs...i have not planted a "real" terrarium yet but just put pots and all in it. The real thing will be a winter project. Fits in all style of homes and is just the thing for that unusual touch you may have been looking for..the prouct itself is well made and very sturdy..

Astonishing Beauty for inside and outdoors
This wonderful item is very lovely and will fit in any Victorian, Italian design home. What a delight to awake to the wonder of a terrarium with flowering delightful plants. I would love to own this and will probably purchase it for my new kitchen. I hope you find this wonderful piece as attractive as I do. ... Read more

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Create a miniature greenhouse with this lovely Astonicaterrarium. Framed with a four-sided tulip-and-butterfly design, thepiece features four glass sides, a level glass top, and a flat-bottomedsupport for plants, bulbs, or dried flowers. The piece's finish has adeep green tint to complement foliage without distracting from it.Hinged for access, the lid rests on an attached chain when open and isheld in place by two flexible metal tabs when closed. The lid alsoslides entirely off its hinges for maximum air circulation. --EmilyBedard ... Read more

Features

• Measures 12 by 9 by 19-3/4 inches
• Sturdy glass sides and top panel
• Attractive dark green finish on frame and base
• Four-sided butterfly and tulip design
• Hinged lid rests open on attached chain

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A pair of these light posts at the foot of your home’s entryway offers a warm invitation to visitors. Each four-paneled light post is made out of solid nyatoh wood, which is often used to make outdoor deck furniture and weathers well. The post has grooved panels on all sides resembling the craftsmanship and style of light posts in early American history. Nine frosted glass windows adorn each side of the post, emitting a mellow glow that won’t overpower your front stoop. Each post measures 10 by 10 by 38-1/2 inches, and the light uses 12 volts of power.--Cristina Vaamonde ... Read more

Features

• 10 by 10 by 38-1/2 inches tall
• Solid nyatoh wood with natural finish
• Contoured panels detailed with groves
• Nine frosted window panes
• 12-volt, UL Listed power supply included

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Light up a garden path, backyard deck, or patio party withthis attractive Astonica light post from World Factory. Hinged at thelid, the 12-volt lamp casts light from each of its six sides and offerseasy access to the bulb for changing. The solid nyotah wood--finishedin a natural, dark honey color--is pleasantly smooth on the lid andslightly rougher on the sides and base. A frosted layer on the insideof the glass panes makes the cast light slightly softer. Appropriatefor a 120-volt outlet, the lamp comes with a class II transformer anduses a 10-watt halogen bulb. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• 9-3/4 by 9-3/4 by 23 inches
• Solid nyatoh wood with natural finish
• Sturdy contoured panels
• Six attractive frosted windowpanes
• 12-volt, UL-listed power supply included

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Astonica 50401080
Withthis light post on your pourch you are sure to get attion as well as saftey With the way it looks like it belongs where you place it. The low voltage and medium size with the 6 panes and the cute little roof makes this light post look good any where. ... Read more

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Placed on a table or hung by its loop, this solid brass lantern casts warm candlelight on any party or gathering after dark. It has butterfly and grasshopper designs, sculpted in detail, on its sides and wears a blue-green verdigris finish with brightly polished accents. The lantern's door latches securely with a brass pin. Measuring 5-3/4 inches square and 6-3/4 inches high, the lantern is satisfyingly heavy and works best with a dripless candle (not included) that is 1-1/2 inches in diameter and 2 inches high. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• 5-3/4" square x 6-3/4" tall
• Solid brass with green verdigris finish
• Tabletop, or loop attached for hanging
• Butterfly and grasshopper design
• Polished accents and brass pin closure

Reviews (4)

Really pretty
This fits perfectly on my apartment balcony, and has the perfect place inside for a tea light candle. Very pretty and heavy, this isn't one of those lightweight resin type things.
I don't like gold though, but since this is so cute i had to get it.

Early shopper
The photo does not do justice to this lantern. It is very pretty and I'm extremely pleased with the quality of the item.

Beautiful addition
This lovely lamp adds a wonderful touch to my outside japanese garden as I am sure it will when I move it inside for the winter. It is well constructed and adds a touch of class immediately upon use.

A beautiful accent to any yard
Hang it on a plant pole or use as a citronella holder for a table. How ever you choose to use this it is quite an accent to any flower garden, table or use many on plant poles to light the walkway. I have gotten many compliments on this useful and beautiful lantern. I had to buy more. Great wedding gift for the outdoor entertainers too. ... Read more

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Placed on a table or hung by its loop, this solid brass lantern casts warm candlelight on any party or gathering after dark. It has ivy designs, sculpted in detail, on its sides and top and wears a blue-green verdigris finish with brightly polished accents. The lantern's door latches securely with a brass pin. Measuring 5-3/4 inches square and 7-1/2 inches high, the lantern is satisfyingly heavy and works best with a dripless candle (not included) that is 1-1/2 inches in diameter and 2 inches high. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• 5-3/4" round, 7" tall
• Solid brass with green verdigris finish
• Tabletop, or loop attached for hanging
• Round ivy design
• Polished accents and brass pin closure

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Beautiful
I was really impressed with the quality of this lantern. The color and the gold trim are gorgeous. It has a very solid look and feel, smooth edges.

Awesome
This is an awesome accessory to go outside on your deck to make it a wonderful and romantic evening!!! Very nice gift also!! ... Read more

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Give candles a grape arbor of their own with this Astonicalantern. Crafted from cast iron, the lantern is incredibly sturdy, witha spring-loaded door and a stout hanging loop. It looks great restingon a tabletop or hanging from a bracket (though at 10 pounds, it doesrequire an extra-stable support). The square door is one of the fourside panels--large enough to allow easy changing of the candle. Plus,its spring is quite strong, so it only opens when you intend it to.Just the right size for a 4-inch pillar candle, the round candle baseinside measures 2-1/4 inches in diameter. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• 7 by 7 by 7-3/4 inches
• Sturdy cast-iron construction
• Convenient hanging loop
• Attractive grapevine design with verdigris finish
• Spring-loaded door for easy opening

Reviews (5)

Best 16 outside lights we have ever purchased!
We purchased a total of 16 of the copper, placed them along the driveway and around the front of our house.ALL our neighbors have commented on how nice and classy they have made our home & property.We prefer the copper, (and wanted another 12) which unfortunately has been discontinued; some of our neighbors wanted to purchase some as well.Too bad Nicholas Cole will no longer produce in copper - we personally like the copper best of all.The on/off switch is a nice added feature and the solar works very well.It's been a year now and they still work great!

Second time's a charm (I think)
I ordered one as a gift, and it had a short in it, and wouldn't even charge. Amazon replaced it with no questions asked - the second one is holding a charge, and my sister loves it. It isn't meant to give off a lot of light - it's more for decoration. The lamp housing is beautiful (her's is copper). I'm thinking of getting one for my garden arbor, but will wait to make sure hers works for more than a month before I order mine.

Doesn't Tolerate Weather
I bought two of these to illuminate my front door so I could see the keyhole at night. They worked for less than a week but glowed only brightly enough so I could see the lamps, providing no light to the doorway at all. Then it turned cool, down to the 40's, and the lamps never worked after that. They're worthless here in SD, but I'll give them to someone in a warmer climate if they're repairable.

Looks nice But Doesn't Last
I recently purchased two of these lamps and initally was very pleased, but not any more. I have had these for less than 45 days and one of the two has quit working. I opened the lamp to see if the problem was with the rechargable batteries and found that the internal casing that mounts the batteries was cracked and falling apart. Since I found this problem after Amazons 30 Day return policy I'm now stuck with a worthless lamp.

Finally someone things right!
I have been looking for this kind of lamps for a long time, in my case with my regular electrical lamps I have the problem that the bulbs burn a lot because some problem with the rain and a bad installation, also having to be at home at dusk to turn the light on is an inconvenience. Only one thing, I will prefer them in a bigger size, my house is very big and this lanterns are two small for it. ... Read more

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Ideal for decoratively lighting a walkway, garden, shrubbery,or patio, this outdoor lantern uses solar panels to charge itsbatteries during the daytime and a sensor to automatically turn on itsbright, amber LED light at dusk. The lantern has an antique copperhousing in the form of an Asian pagoda, with plastic panels. A day ofnormal sunlight on the solar panels in the top charges AA Ni-Cidbatteries (which are included and installed) sufficiently for 8 to 10hours of lighting. (The batteries can be replaced in the unlikely eventthey fail.)

The lantern arrives fully assembled, ready to be hung on either thecopper wall mount or stake. Both are included, and both support thelantern with a shepherd's hook. The wall mount installs with fourscrews and anchors (also included). The stake is 35 inches high, butone or two of its four sections can be eliminated during assembly sothe lantern hangs lower. Sturdy and weather-resistant, the lanternmeasures 8 inches square and 8-3/4 inches high and has a switch todeactivate the sensor so the light can be manually turned on or leftoff. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Lantern arrives fully assembled; 8 inches square and 8-3/4 inches high
• Solar-powered outdoor lantern charges by day, lights automatically at dusk
• Antique-copper housing in the form of an Asian pagoda
• Includes wall mount and 35-inch stake, each topped by shepherd's hook
• Normal sunlight charges AA Ni-Cid batteries (included) for 8-10 hours lighting

Reviews (2)

decorative only
I bought these lanterns because I didn't want the plastic ones they sell in the discount stores. These are beautiful, well crafted lanterns with solid metal casings. I have four situated along my front walkway (facing south which gets plenty of sun). The light output, however, is not exactly bright. Maybe the ones with the white light are brighter than the amber ones I purchased.

These are Great!!!
For the price of these types of out-door lamps, you can't beat what you get!

They are Great looking (they go well with the Cedar Archway), easily assembled and reliable for walkway or yard lighting. ... Read more