Concrete Antique Bird Bath Ornate Pedestal 23.8 Inch

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  • Victorian ornament style
  • Scrollwork on rim and plinth
  • 20 in. basin under a scroll rim
  • 35.9 lb, the heaviest here
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The scroll motif runs around the basin rim, continues down the pedestal, and wraps the base. Not one plain surface anywhere.
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Ornate concrete pedestal bird bath dimensions: 23.8 in. overall height and 20 in. basin outer width

ANTIQUE BIRD BATH

Carved All the Way Down

Reproductions usually fail in the same place. The carving goes on the most visible band and the column is left plain, and the eye looks for that plain stretch and finds it. This one gives it nowhere to land.

The finish is already mottled, pale on the raised carving and dark in the recesses, the way limestone looks after years of rain running off the same edges. The rest is up to your garden. The year moss appears on the shaded side is the year it stops looking new.

Ornate concrete bird bath on a stone path beside lavender with a clipped hedge behind

Two Pieces, One Twist

Every concrete bird bath we carry uses the same twist fit, whatever the shape.

Antique ornate concrete bird bath basin lowering onto its pedestal then turning to lock

Your Concrete Antique Bird Bath Ornate Pedestal, up in three steps

  1. 1

    Check the assembly

    Follow the assembly details for the bird bath model you selected.

  2. 2

    Set it level

    Place the base on firm, level ground and check that the assembled bath is stable.

  3. 3

    Add shallow water

    Keep the water shallow and below the rim.

What You Get With This Concrete Antique Bird Bath Ornate Pedestal

  1. 01

    Ornament on every surface, not just the rim.

    A decorated basin on a plain column reads as decoration applied to a plain object. Carrying the scrollwork down the pedestal and around the base removes the undecorated stretch that gives most reproductions away, and it is why this piece can hold a lawn on its own.

  2. 02

    A 20 inch basin gives a bird room to hesitate.

    They land on the rim, settle, look around, and only then step in. A generous edge leaves room for that. Narrow bowls force a choice between standing and drinking and many birds simply move on.

  3. 03

    Keep the water shallow.

    Add a shallow layer of water and keep it below the rim. Refresh it regularly.

  4. 04

    Thirty six pounds of sealed concrete.

    It holds position through a season of weather without staking and does not move when a dog brushes past.

Where to put it

23.8 inches puts the basin at a height most species treat as safe, high enough to spot a cat and low enough for smaller birds to reach. Leave two or three feet of open ground so nothing gets close unseen, and keep a shrub within a short flight for cover. A lawn, a path junction or the center of a bed all suit it, since a symmetrical piece reads from every angle.

Concrete Antique Bird Bath Ornate Pedestal Size, Weight, and Materials

Dimensions23.8 in. overall height; 20 in. basin outer width
Weight35.9 lb.
MaterialConcrete
FinishWeathered antique stone, sealed
DesignClassic pedestal with full scrollwork
AssemblyTwo piece, no tools required
Recommended useOutdoor year round
Ornate concrete pedestal bird bath dimensions: 23.8 in. overall height and 20 in. basin outer width

Keeping This Concrete Antique Bird Bath Ornate Pedestal in Good Order

Concrete Antique Bird Bath Ornate Pedestal upkeep, in three lines

  • Check daily Refresh the water whenever it is dirty or low.
  • Clean regularly Use water and a soft cloth or soft brush, then rinse thoroughly. Avoid abrasive tools.
  • Before freezing weather Drain the basin and store it in a dry, sheltered place where practical.
Looking after the finish

A soft brush every couple of weeks keeps the scrollwork sharp and the recesses clear. Plain water is all it takes. Skip liquid cleaners, since the ...

  • 3 years Warranty against manufacturing defects
  • 60 days Returns, no restocking fee
  • Free shipping Continental US, from California or New Jersey

Questions About This Concrete Antique Bird Bath Ornate Pedestal

Is it actually antique?
New concrete finished to look weathered. You get the presence of a piece that has been in place for decades, and it keeps aging naturally from there.
How does it compare to a plain pedestal bath?
Same job, different presence. A plain pedestal sits quietly in a garden. This one anchors it, which is what you want at a path junction or on a lawn.
Will birds use a carved scrollwork bird bath?
The 20 inch basin with a wide rim gives them somewhere to land and assess from. Add a shallow layer of water and keep it below the rim.
What does it look like up close?
Mottled rather than flat, with the raised carving catching light and the recesses staying dark. It holds up to close inspection, which is where most cast pieces give themselves away.
Will a concrete bird bath on a square plinth sit level on a lawn?
On firm level ground it will. On soft lawn set it on a paving slab, otherwise one corner of the plinth settles over a wet season and the basin ends up off level, which pushes all the water to one side.
How do you stop a concrete bird bath cracking in winter?
Drain the basin before the first hard frost and either turn it over or store it under cover. Water left sitting in the bowl freezes, expands and cracks it. Sealed concrete comes through freeze and thaw well as long as it is dry, and frost damage from standing water is not a manufacturing defect.

Ships free from California or New Jersey, and it is covered for three years.

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  • 5 stars: 133 (79%)
  • 4 stars: 14 (8%)
  • 3 stars: 12 (7%)
  • 2 stars: 6 (4%)
  • 1 star: 4 (2%)
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Jeffrey R.
Good value

This was a gift that was very well received

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Henry S.
Transforms the space

We placed it in a dull corner of our lawn and it completely brought the area to life.

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Cynthia K.
Holds up well in the sun

We live in Florida and the color hasn't faded to a light chalky gray after two years. Very impressive.

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Susan M.
Survived multiple harsh winters

Bought this in 2022. Left it out in the snow every year in Chicago. The GFRC concrete hasn't cracked once. Extremely high quality.

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Marieann L.
Is ok

Bueno para du precio

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Ethan P.
The birds are obsessed

They use it constantly because the water stays so clean in the sealed basin.

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Betty G.
Stable on uneven ground

I have it on a slightly sloped garden bed and the square base keeps it very secure despite the lean.

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Harper Q.
A magnificent focal point

Placed this at the end of a brick pathway. It looks absolutely majestic.

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Angela P.
Truly waterproof sealant

Water just beads up on the surface. I can tell this won't crumble or absorb moisture over time.

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Helen D.
The best architectural piece

It stands as a silent guardian in my flower bed. The dark finish doesn't show dirt easily, which I appreciate.

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Elijah W.
Top notch quality

Doesn't flake or crumble. The protective sealant really does its job well.

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Daniel M.
Gets dirty incredibly fast

3 stars. The birds love it, but the light concrete stains very easily from bird droppings and berries. It requires constant scrubbing.

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Harper D.
So elegant and classic

We love the botanical look. It's the best looking piece in our yard.

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Brian K.
Still beautiful after 3 years

Bought in 2022 and the charcoal color is still deep and rich. Great UV resistance.

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Tyler J.
Quality you can feel

You can tap on it and hear how dense the concrete is. This isn't that hollow fake rock stuff.

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Stephen Miller
Very nice!

This is perfect. Love it.

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Julian A.
Easy peasy cleaning

Just tip it, wipe it, and fill it. The sealant makes this the best bird bath ever.

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Christine M.
Easy to clean sealant

I never have to use harsh chemicals. A bit of water and a cloth and it's sparkling.

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Patricia Y.
A peaceful sanctuary

Placed this in my backyard reading corner. The sound of birds splashing around is so therapeutic.

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Linda P.
Solid as a rock

We have heavy wind gusts in Kansas. My old resin bird bath blew over twice. This 36 lb concrete beast hasn't moved an inch since 2022.

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Nancy T.
FedEx left it at the curb

1 star. The delivery was completely unacceptable. The driver left a heavy box down by the street in the rain instead of bringing it to the porch.

C
Cynthia Y.
Just beautiful!

Exactly as described. Heavy enough to withstand weather but manageable to put together.

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Mark D.
Easy assembly, no tools

Literally just two pieces that fit together beautifully. Had it set up in under 5 minutes.

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Wyatt H.
No fading so far

It's been out in the harsh sun for months and looks exactly the same. Great UV protection.

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Samuel Z.
Beautiful under a spotlight

We put a solar light on the pedestal at night and the carvings look amazing in the shadows.

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Leo F.
Highly recommended

You won't regret buying this. It's beautiful and built to last.

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Evelyn S.
Birds love the wide bowl

The birds actually seem to like standing on the wide 17.7-inch edges to drink.

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Brian M.
Worth every dollar

I've had cheaper ones break in a year. This one is built to last a lifetime.

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Lauren B.
Elegant focal point

Placed it at the end of our brick path. It frames the garden perfectly.

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Samantha P.
Beautiful and functional

Does everything it says it will do and looks fantastic while doing it.

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Amanda S.
Worth every single penny

Don't buy the resin ones. This feels permanent. ItοΏ½οΏ½s an investment that transformed the look of my front walkway.

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Richard A.
Sealant peeling off

2 stars. After leaving it out during the winter, the waterproof sealant they talk about is starting to flake off the inside of the bowl.

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Brian E.
Excellent packaging foam

I hate styrofoam, but it protected this 36 lb bird bath perfectly from the delivery drivers who are rough.