This pair of Willy Guhl Cauldron/Marmite planters, designed in the 1960s for Eternit, showcases one of the most sculptural and collectible forms in Guhl’s oeuvre. Defined by their rounded, vessel-like bodies, three splayed legs, and opposing hand-formed handles, these planters bring a sense of playful modernism to both interiors and gardens.
Crafted from Guhl’s signature Eternit fiber cement, the surfaces display a beautifully aged patina—subtle lichen, mineral veining, and natural weathering that speaks to decades of outdoor life. The generous volume and rounded silhouette make them ideal for statement plantings, from specimen caudexes to sculptural succulents or cascading greens.
As a matched pair, these cauldrons offer rare symmetry and presence, functioning equally well as garden anchors, entryway vessels, or sculptural stand-alone pieces within a curated space.
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Designer: Willy Guhl
Manufacturer: Eternit
Origin: Switzerland
Period: c. 1960s
Material: Fiber cement
Condition: Vintage patina consistent with age and use
This pair of Willy Guhl Cauldron/Marmite planters, designed in the 1960s for Eternit, showcases one of the most sculptural and collectible forms in Guhl’s oeuvre. Defined by their rounded, vessel-like bodies, three splayed legs, and opposing hand-formed handles, these planters bring a sense of playful modernism to both interiors and gardens.
Crafted from Guhl’s signature Eternit fiber cement, the surfaces display a beautifully aged patina—subtle lichen, mineral veining, and natural weathering that speaks to decades of outdoor life. The generous volume and rounded silhouette make them ideal for statement plantings, from specimen caudexes to sculptural succulents or cascading greens.
As a matched pair, these cauldrons offer rare symmetry and presence, functioning equally well as garden anchors, entryway vessels, or sculptural stand-alone pieces within a curated space.
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Designer: Willy Guhl
Manufacturer: Eternit
Origin: Switzerland
Period: c. 1960s
Material: Fiber cement
Condition: Vintage patina consistent with age and use
