Stone Fruit Bowl at Winery in Nuit-Saint Georges, Burgundy, France
When I speak about Mediterranean gardens and elements of a Mediterranean garden, I always mention aged stone elements, and specifically, the beauty and timelessness of stone fruit bowls. If you happen to see them in garden centers, antique shops, consignment shops, garage sales, or elsewhere—pick them up. You can’t go wrong with what they add to your garden.
Such an easy way to add a special flair to your garden, with no upkeep. In fact, in the photo above in Burgundy, an aged stone fruit bowl with lichen patina adds garden depth. These fruit bowls can weather the seasons with grace.
Usually sold in pairs, I see them single too. I have five throughout my garden, a pair welcoming you at my front gate, a pair in my courtyard, and a single petite fruit bowl as a table centerpiece. Stone fruit bowls come in different sizes and artistry, all are so beautiful. Somewhat neutral to your eye, yet rich in detail and texture. Stone fruit bowls can be heavy, so make sure they are stable and secure in your placement.
Pair of Stone Fruit Bowls in Courtyard at Domaine de Manion
I like it that stone fruit bowls almost tell a story by themselves. You can almost imagine a story of how they were found and placed in a garden, or make one up. Either way, they are in a garden for the long haul.
Stone Fruit Bowl as a Centerpiece In My Berry Room
Bellini Imports is one resource in Encinitas where I found my petite single fruit bowl. Actually, all of the shops in Westlake Design District in Encinitas, might be worth wandering through if you are looking for fruit bowl statuary.
Single Stone Fruit Bowl Graces the Garden at Domaine Dalmeran, St. Etienne-du-Grès, Provence
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