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Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

Swiss, 1915-2004

Decades prior to the mass popularity of neo-industrial cement floors and furniture taking shape, there was Willy Guhl. The Swiss creative is considered one of the first “industrial” designers in his home country. He pioneered a rugged, organic style of modern furniture and decor — stylish planters, shapely seating and lots more — that remains widely coveted by many today.

Guhl was born in 1915 in Stein am Rhein and worked as a carpenter before beginning studies at the Zurich School of Applied Arts (known today as the Zurich University of the Arts), where he would go on to teach for nearly 40 years.

While Guhl is well-known for his range of provocative garden elements as well as his patio and outdoor furniture, today’s legion of mid-century modern enthusiasts are likely familiar with the designer’s iconic Loop chair (introduced in 1954). For this sculptural seat and other furnishings, Guhl tended toward industrial materials, which he bent and shaped into organic forms for a striking juxtaposition. Much of his work is crafted from either concrete or Eternit, a mixture of cement and asbestos developed by the Belgian company Etex, which, in the 1950s, commissioned Guhl and his students at the School of Applied Arts to conceive planters in the material. The resulting vessels — some hourglass-shaped, some in the form of handkerchiefs, all suitable for indoors or exteriors — remain some of Guhl’s most collectible pieces.

Guhl’s affiliation with the Swiss “neo-functional” movement centered on the idea of simplifying design without sacrificing form. According to Guhl, his mission was “achieving the most with the minimum of effort.”

In addition to his work as a designer, Guhl left his mark on subsequent creatives through his 39-year tenure at his alma mater, where he was instructor to the likes of Robert Haussmann, Kurt Thut and Bruno Rey. Modern-day shoppers at IKEA owe Guhl a debt of gratitude too. He was an early advocate of flat-pack furniture, championing its ability to make good design more widely accessible.

At its core, though, Guhl’s work was inherently human-centric: “At the center of my efforts, I put people and their living requirements,” he once said. “My products must be useful to people.” Guhl died in 2004 at the age of 89.

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Creator: Willy Guhl
Rectangular Balconia Planter Willy Guhl for Eternit, 1960s
By Willy Guhl
Located in Wichita, KS
Rectangular planter with lip by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. Planter is made of cement and has good color and patina. Great lines and clean design. This planter would be m...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Rectangular Balconia Planter Willy Guhl for Eternit, 1960s
Rectangular Balconia Planter Willy Guhl for Eternit, 1960s

Rectangular Balconia Planter Willy Guhl for Eternit, 1960s

$650
Willy Guhl Small Bowl Planter, 1950s, Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 1950s planter bowl designed by Swiss neo-functionalist and Industrial Design Pioneer Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland. Sculpted from fiber cement which has slowly weathere...
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1950s Swiss Industrial Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Small Bowl Planter, 1950s, Switzerland
Willy Guhl Small Bowl Planter, 1950s, Switzerland

Willy Guhl Small Bowl Planter, 1950s, Switzerland

$2,200 / item
Willy Guhl 39" Concrete Trough Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized concrete trough planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Just over 39" long. Amazing patina to concrete and paint with factory drilled drainage...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl 39" Concrete Trough Planter
Willy Guhl 39" Concrete Trough Planter

Willy Guhl 39" Concrete Trough Planter

$2,500
Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in London, GB
Willy Guhl for Eternit, a rare pair of Mid-Century Modern concrete garden planters with conical hollow stands for the dish shaped planters. Stamped numbers 1 84 068 inside the bowl. ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters
Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters

Willy Guhl for Eternit, Mint Pair of Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planters

$4,805 / set
Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in London, GB
Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern concrete garden planter with hollow stand for the dish shaped planter. Some paint losses to the upper underside, but otherwise in great ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand
Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand

Willy Guhl for Eternit, a Mid-Century Modern Concrete Garden Planter with Stand

$3,295 / set
Monumental Willy Guhl Fountain, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Massive and rare concrete fountain by Willy Guhl for Eternit. Fabricated out of three pieces of cement. Large basin on both ends with hollow cylinder conn...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Monumental Willy Guhl Fountain, 1960s Switzerland
Monumental Willy Guhl Fountain, 1960s Switzerland

Monumental Willy Guhl Fountain, 1960s Switzerland

$12,500
1960s Willy Guhl Concrete Urn Planter
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete urn by Willy Guhl. Rare model. Excellent cream, pastel yellow and grey patina. Urn has a delicate cement ridge around the mouth giving it a beautiful minimalist design with ...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

1960s Willy Guhl Concrete Urn Planter
1960s Willy Guhl Concrete Urn Planter

1960s Willy Guhl Concrete Urn Planter

$2,500
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete urn by Willy Guhl. Rare model. In original grey concrete patina. Urn has a delicate cement ridge around the mouth as well as around the widest part of the jar giving it dept...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

$2,800
Willy Guhl for Eternit, 2 Pairs Mid-Century Modern concrete Garden Dish Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in London, GB
Willy Guhl for Eternit, two matched pairs of Mid-Century Modern concrete garden dish planters in good condition. Measures: Height - 11 inches W - 31.5 inches D n- 31.5 inches. Height...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl for Eternit, 2 Pairs Mid-Century Modern concrete Garden Dish Planters
Willy Guhl for Eternit, 2 Pairs Mid-Century Modern concrete Garden Dish Planters

Willy Guhl for Eternit, 2 Pairs Mid-Century Modern concrete Garden Dish Planters

$1,922 / set
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete urn by Willy Guhl. Rare model. In a beautiful washed out patina from layers of finishes worn down over the years. Urn has a delicate cement ridge around the mouth as well as...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

$2,800
Willy Guhl Quilted Concrete Trough Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete trough planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Just under 32" long. Factory drilled drainage holes. Perfect depth for narrow spaces. Eternit f...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Quilted Concrete Trough Planter
Willy Guhl Quilted Concrete Trough Planter

Willy Guhl Quilted Concrete Trough Planter

$1,600 / item
Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl with great patina and coloring. Amazing depth to the piece due to the layers of yellow, green and b...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter
Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter

Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter

$5,500
Willy Guhl Concrete Trough Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete trough planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Just under 24" long. Factory drilled drainage holes. Perfect depth for narrow spaces. 33 availa...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Concrete Trough Planter
Willy Guhl Concrete Trough Planter

Willy Guhl Concrete Trough Planter

$1,250 / item
Willy Guhl Flower Pots
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very rare set of Willy Guhl sculptural flower planters made of cement. Great sculptural objects. Hollow and open on both ends. Perfect for placing in soil and arranging plants/flower...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Flower Pots
Willy Guhl Flower Pots

Willy Guhl Flower Pots

$2,200 / item
Rectangular Balconia Planter Willy Guhl for Eternit, 1960s
By Willy Guhl
Located in Wichita, KS
Rectangular planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. Planter is made of cement and has good color and patina. Great lines and clean design. This planter would be magnificen...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Rectangular Balconia Planter Willy Guhl for Eternit, 1960s
Rectangular Balconia Planter Willy Guhl for Eternit, 1960s

Rectangular Balconia Planter Willy Guhl for Eternit, 1960s

$675
Green Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete urn by Willy Guhl. Rare model in a beautiful washed out green patina with layers of finishes worn down over the years. Urn has a delicate cement ridge around the mouth as we...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Green Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
Green Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

Green Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

$2,800
Rare Willy Guhl for Eternit Stackable Planters Mid-Century
By Willy Guhl
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Rare stackable planters by Willy Guhl for Eternit. Each one stamped on the bottom. Three yellow and three grey or concrete available. Planters have ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

Rare Willy Guhl for Eternit Stackable Planters Mid-Century
Rare Willy Guhl for Eternit Stackable Planters Mid-Century

Rare Willy Guhl for Eternit Stackable Planters Mid-Century

$950 / item
Willy Guhl Dog House, 1960s, Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing industrial cement dog kennel by Swiss designer Willy Guhl for Eternit. Extremely rare size with heavy patina and lichen. A small doggy door is on the bottom left side of the ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Dog House, 1960s, Switzerland
Willy Guhl Dog House, 1960s, Switzerland

Willy Guhl Dog House, 1960s, Switzerland

$5,500
Swiss Concrete Ball Planters, 1960s
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete Swiss ball planters in the style of Willy Guhl. Great patina to each planter. Great for indoors or outside. Priced individually. Other sizes av...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Swiss Concrete Ball Planters, 1960s
Swiss Concrete Ball Planters, 1960s

Swiss Concrete Ball Planters, 1960s

$2,000 / item
Willy Guhl Red Hourglass Planters, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic brick colored 'Diablo' hourglass planters by Swiss designer Willy Guhl for Eternit. Varying degree of patina to paint revealing the mottled cement beneath. Great vintage cond...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Red Hourglass Planters, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Red Hourglass Planters, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Red Hourglass Planters, 1960s Switzerland

$2,400 / item
Rare Willy Guhl Fiber Cement Rectangular Planter with Aged Patina
By Willy Guhl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A rare and authentic Willy Guhl rectangular planter, crafted from durable Eternit fiber cement, showcasing a beautifully weathered patina with layers of chipping green, white, and gr...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Rare Willy Guhl Fiber Cement Rectangular Planter with Aged Patina
Rare Willy Guhl Fiber Cement Rectangular Planter with Aged Patina

Rare Willy Guhl Fiber Cement Rectangular Planter with Aged Patina

$740
Willy Guhl 24" Quilted Concrete Trough Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete trough planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Just under 24" long. Quilted pattern on both sides. Factory drilled drainage holes. Perfect dep...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl 24" Quilted Concrete Trough Planter
Willy Guhl 24" Quilted Concrete Trough Planter

Willy Guhl 24" Quilted Concrete Trough Planter

$1,300 / item
Rare Willy Guhl Biomorphic Pond for Eternit Switzerland, circa 1960s
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredibly rare biomorphic pond designed by Swiss Neo-functionalist and Industrial design pioneer Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland, circa 1960s. Sculpted from Guhl’s typical fib...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Rare Willy Guhl Biomorphic Pond for Eternit Switzerland, circa 1960s
Rare Willy Guhl Biomorphic Pond for Eternit Switzerland, circa 1960s

Rare Willy Guhl Biomorphic Pond for Eternit Switzerland, circa 1960s

$36,500
Willy Guhl Bird Bath
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Willy Guhl bird bath made of cement. Unique shape and large size. Over three feet long. Great sculpture and object. Could be used for succule...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Bird Bath
Willy Guhl Bird Bath

Willy Guhl Bird Bath

$2,800
Pair of Willy Guhl for Eternit ‘Diablo’ Concrete Spindle Planters, Circa 1968.
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and iconic pair of ‘Diablo’ concrete spindle planters designed by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, circa 1968. These sculptural planters feature Guhl’s signature hourgl...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Pair of Willy Guhl for Eternit ‘Diablo’ Concrete Spindle Planters, Circa 1968.
Pair of Willy Guhl for Eternit ‘Diablo’ Concrete Spindle Planters, Circa 1968.

Pair of Willy Guhl for Eternit ‘Diablo’ Concrete Spindle Planters, Circa 1968.

$6,200 / set
Garden Vase, Concrete Planters, "Diablo" By Willy Guhl, 1950s, XX Century.
By Willy Guhl
Located in Breganze, VI
Garden vase in fiber cement, created by the Swiss architect and designer Willy Guhl, in the 1950s. The garden pots he made are of various shapes and in this case it is a "Diablo" sh...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Garden Vase, Concrete Planters, "Diablo" By Willy Guhl, 1950s, XX Century.
Garden Vase, Concrete Planters, "Diablo" By Willy Guhl, 1950s, XX Century.

Garden Vase, Concrete Planters, "Diablo" By Willy Guhl, 1950s, XX Century.

$1,299
Willy Guhl Concrete Vase, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic concrete vase by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. Great tabletop vase or planter in a unique weathered hand painted patina. Very unusual shape. Great indoors or outs...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Concrete Vase, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Concrete Vase, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Concrete Vase, 1960s Switzerland

$2,500
Willy Guhl Elephant Ear Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning concrete elephant ear planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. Great vintage condition. Two available with different coloring...
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1960s American Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Elephant Ear Planter
Willy Guhl Elephant Ear Planter

Willy Guhl Elephant Ear Planter

$2,200 / item
A Large Biomorphic Planter by Willy Guhl, Switzerland, c.1960
By Willy Guhl
Located in Chicago, IL
A large, exceptional garden planter designed by Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland circa 1960, known as a biomorphic or 'Clam Shell' planter. Resembling the architect's iconic ele...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

A Large Biomorphic Planter by Willy Guhl, Switzerland, c.1960
A Large Biomorphic Planter by Willy Guhl, Switzerland, c.1960

A Large Biomorphic Planter by Willy Guhl, Switzerland, c.1960

$2,800 Sale Price
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Willy Guhl Petite Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite concrete urn by Willy Guhl in a beautiful red patina. Urn has a delicate cement ridge around the mouth and two handles right under the upper rim. The body of the jar tapers do...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Petite Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Petite Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Petite Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

$2,200
Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl with great patina and prominent presence. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Excellent patina and vintage c...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$7,800 / item
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete urns by Willy Guhl. Three available with varying degrees of patina and lichen. Rare model. Urns have a delicate cement ridge around the mouth as well as around the widest pa...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

$2,800 / item
Willy Guhl Corner Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Massive green corner planter by Swiss Architect Willy Guhl. Gorgeous planter for indoors or outside. Excellent patina. Never seen this piece before. La...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Corner Planter
Willy Guhl Corner Planter

Willy Guhl Corner Planter

$3,200
Willy Guhl for Eternit Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Handle Planter, circa 1968
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This designer on-trend architectural rectangular concrete planter is by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit, crafted circa 1968 Switzer...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl for Eternit Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Handle Planter, circa 1968
Willy Guhl for Eternit Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Handle Planter, circa 1968

Willy Guhl for Eternit Rectangle Concrete Outdoor Handle Planter, circa 1968

$485 Sale Price / item
51% Off
Willy Guhl Ridged Bin Planters, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique ridged planters by Willy Guhl in the shape of a trash bin. Indented handles on both sides. Different coloring and patina for each of the three planters available as shown. Fun...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Ridged Bin Planters, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Ridged Bin Planters, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Ridged Bin Planters, 1960s Switzerland

$2,000 / item
Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl in a beautiful brick red color. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Excellent patina and vintage condition. Manufactur...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$5,500
Willy Guhl Round Pedestal Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredibly rare 1960s pedestal planters by Willy Guhl. Sturdy yet lightweight, the planters are sculpted from fiber cement with a hollow interior. Oval-shaped opening and base with a...
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1960s Swiss Industrial Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Round Pedestal Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Round Pedestal Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Round Pedestal Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$4,200 / item
Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique concrete planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Planter in the shape of a chalice. Base is also faceted. Beautiful patinas. Great vintage condition. 2 available as shown in th...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$3,000 / item
Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl with great patina and prominent presence. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Gorgeous speckled patina and e...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Colossal Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$7,800 / item
Willy Guhl Flower Pot, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pink concrete flower pot by Willy Guhl. Made in Switzerland in the 1960s. Great condition. Beautiful and unique coloring and patina. Clas...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Flower Pot, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Flower Pot, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Flower Pot, 1960s Switzerland

$2,200
Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique concrete planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Planter in the shape of a chalice. A variety of patina Great vintage condition. 3 available as shown in this listing. Priced in...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Chalice Shaped Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$3,000 / item
Monumental Willy Guhl Concrete Vase, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Immense concrete vase by Willy Guhl in an adobe patina. Extremely rare model. Made of fiber cement. Decades of patina, moss and paint. Colors vary from adobe and white to green and d...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Monumental Willy Guhl Concrete Vase, 1960s Switzerland
Monumental Willy Guhl Concrete Vase, 1960s Switzerland

Monumental Willy Guhl Concrete Vase, 1960s Switzerland

$7,800 / item
Willy Guhl Atomic Tripod Planters, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and beautiful atomic concrete planters by Willy Guhl for Eternit. Heightened egg-shaped bowl with a three-legged base. Teeth ridges along the upper rim. Wonderful patina intersp...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Atomic Tripod Planters, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Atomic Tripod Planters, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Atomic Tripod Planters, 1960s Switzerland

$2,200 / item
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn with Handles, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete urn by Willy Guhl in a heavy matte white paint. Urn has a delicate cement ridge around the mouth and two handles right under the upper rim. The body of the jar tapers down t...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn with Handles, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn with Handles, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn with Handles, 1960s Switzerland

$3,200
Willy Guhl Tall Puzzle Piece Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic sculptural piece by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Tall planters shaped like jigsaw puzzle pieces. One is painted white while the other is in the...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Tall Puzzle Piece Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Tall Puzzle Piece Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Tall Puzzle Piece Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$1,800 / item
Willy Guhl Black Concrete Cone Flower Pot, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete cone flower pot by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. Made in the 1960s in Switzerland. Wonderful faded black patina across the whole outer body of the planter. Factory drilled dra...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Black Concrete Cone Flower Pot, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Black Concrete Cone Flower Pot, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Black Concrete Cone Flower Pot, 1960s Switzerland

$2,500 / item
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete urn by Willy Guhl. Rare model. In a beautiful washed out patina from layers of finishes worn down over the years. Urn has a delicate cement ridge around the mouth as well as...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Concrete Urn, 1960s Switzerland

$2,800
Vintage Willy Guhl Fiber Cement Planter Rectangular with Distressed Green Paint
By Willy Guhl
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A rare and highly collectible vintage industrial planter box designed by Willy Guhl. This long rectangular planter features a heavily distressed green and white painted surface with ...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Vintage Willy Guhl Fiber Cement Planter Rectangular with Distressed Green Paint
Vintage Willy Guhl Fiber Cement Planter Rectangular with Distressed Green Paint

Vintage Willy Guhl Fiber Cement Planter Rectangular with Distressed Green Paint

$740 / item
Willy Guhl Bowl Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic cement dish by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. Original light grey patina with a rusted metal ring handle on one side giving it a nice bit of character. Simple and ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Bowl Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Bowl Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Bowl Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$1,800
Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oversized concrete olive jar planter by Willy Guhl with great patina and prominent presence. Simple and elegant design perfect for any garden or patio. Excellent patina and vintage c...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Massive Willy Guhl Olive Jar Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$7,800 / item
Willy Guhl Square Tray Planters, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic square tray tabletop planters by Willy Guhl. Great for succulents and indoor planting. Great original patina throughout. Six available. Priced ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Square Tray Planters, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Square Tray Planters, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Square Tray Planters, 1960s Switzerland

$895 / item
Monumental Green Willy Guhl Vertical Handkerchief Planter, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning concrete planter by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. An iteration of his iconic handkerchief planter but as opposed to the traditional low profile handkerchief with wide leaf-lik...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Monumental Green Willy Guhl Vertical Handkerchief Planter, 1960s Switzerland
Monumental Green Willy Guhl Vertical Handkerchief Planter, 1960s Switzerland

Monumental Green Willy Guhl Vertical Handkerchief Planter, 1960s Switzerland

$4,800 / item
Willy Guhl 31" Adjustable 2-Piece Concrete Bowl Planters, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic cement planters by Swiss designer Willy Guhl for Eternit. Pedestal base with massive bowl that sits on top. Bowl can sit flat or angled in a mul...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl 31" Adjustable 2-Piece Concrete Bowl Planters, 1960s Switzerland
Willy Guhl 31" Adjustable 2-Piece Concrete Bowl Planters, 1960s Switzerland

Willy Guhl 31" Adjustable 2-Piece Concrete Bowl Planters, 1960s Switzerland

$3,200 / item
Willy Guhl Concrete Trough Planter
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete trough planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. 26 " long. Factory drilled drainage holes. Perfect depth for narrow spaces. Small footed base. ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Concrete Trough Planter
Willy Guhl Concrete Trough Planter

Willy Guhl Concrete Trough Planter

$1,300 / item
Large Willy Guhl Organic Plant Organic Planter "Elephant ear" Model - 1950s
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Large Willy Guhl Organic Planter "Elephant ear" Model - 1950s Switzerland 1950s - Outdoor planter Broken corner : See photos Measures : 80,5x83cm H:33cm Material : Eternit Wear co...
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20th Century Swiss Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Large Willy Guhl Organic Plant Organic Planter "Elephant ear" Model - 1950s
Large Willy Guhl Organic Plant Organic Planter "Elephant ear" Model - 1950s

Large Willy Guhl Organic Plant Organic Planter "Elephant ear" Model - 1950s

$1,060
Willy Guhl Rectangular Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic set of 22 rectangular planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. Painted years ago in greyish/blue and worn down by years of Eur...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Cement

Willy Guhl Rectangular Planters
Willy Guhl Rectangular Planters

Willy Guhl Rectangular Planters

$1,450 / item
Willy Guhl Half Moon Wall Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare concrete planters by Willy Guhl with factory drilled holes to hang on the wall. Semi circular front with faceted edges in back. Great vintage condition. 4 available. Priced indi...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Half Moon Wall Planters
Willy Guhl Half Moon Wall Planters

Willy Guhl Half Moon Wall Planters

$1,450 / item
Willy Guhl Petite Box Planters
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great sculptural box planters by Willy Guhl for Eternit. Made of fiber cement. Two with a lot of patina, and two on the cleaner side. Great petite planters. Perfect size. 4 available...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Concrete

Willy Guhl Petite Box Planters
Willy Guhl Petite Box Planters

Willy Guhl Petite Box Planters

$1,800 / item
Willy Guhl Petite Ridged Planters, 1970s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite ridged planters by Willy Guhl. Concrete planters in the shape of a rectangle with an upper rim and ridged sides. Great scale. Very good condition with similar patina on all 5 ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

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Cement

Willy Guhl Petite Ridged Planters, 1970s Switzerland
Willy Guhl Petite Ridged Planters, 1970s Switzerland

Willy Guhl Petite Ridged Planters, 1970s Switzerland

$700 / item
Mid-Century Modern Flat Planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This planter is designed by Willy Guhl for Eternit of Switzerland. It is flat and slightly oblong and has a beautiful patina throughout. 1960s. Three available, listed separately.
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Cement

Mid-Century Modern Flat Planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit
Mid-Century Modern Flat Planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit

Mid-Century Modern Flat Planter by Willy Guhl for Eternit

$1,066

Willy Guhl planters and jardinieres for sale on 1stDibs.

Willy Guhl planters and jardinieres are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of stone and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Willy Guhl planters and jardinieres, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 350 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original planters and jardinieres by Willy Guhl were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider planters and jardinieres by Eternit, and Anton Bee.
Questions About Willy Guhl Planters and Jardinieres
  • What are Willy Guhl planters made of?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Willy Guhl planters are made out of a variety of materials. For these furnishings, Guhl tended toward industrial materials, which he bent and shaped into organic forms for a striking juxtaposition. Much of his work was crafted from either concrete or Eternit, a mixture of cement and asbestos developed by the Belgian company Etex, which, in the 1950s, commissioned Guhl and his students at the School of Applied Arts to conceive Guhl's now-acclaimed planters in the material. Find a selection of Willy Guhl planters on 1stDibs.

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