Evergreen Garden Black Curved Metal Gazing Ball Stand - Ball Sold Separately - 9.5"W x 9.5"D x 30"H

Enjoy the beauty of your gazing ball atop this black curved iron stand

Gazing ball sold separately; Holds most standard-sized gazing balls

Weather- and rust-resistant for long-lasting use

Bring stand (along with gazing ball) indoors during the winter

Measures approximately 9.5"W x 9.5"D x 30"H

Dating back to 13th century Italy, gazing balls have been seen as emblems of good luck. Durable enough to be a popular outdoor accent but elegant enough to display as an indoor tabletop piece, the decorative orb will add beauty and wonder to any space.Evergreen's assortment of gazing ball stands encompasses a wide range of styles and techniques, and will beautifully showcase your decorative orb. All gazing balls sold separately. Stands hold most standard-sized gazing balls.Gazing Ball Suggestions All sold separately. Evergreen Garden Colorful Confetti Glass Gazing Ball. Item Number: 844282 Evergreen Garden Purple Iridescent Flower Petal Mosaic Glass Gazing Ball. Item Number: 843605. Evergreen Garden Gold Metallic Mosaic Glass Gazing Ball. Item Number: 842442Folklore Gazing balls were once believed to offer protection from disease, attackers, and evil spirits, especially witches and ghosts. Others viewed the orbs as a magnet for fairies or friendly spirits, thus bringing good fortune to a home. Another interpretation was that staring into the ball would allow one to connect with the universe and reflect on the meaning of life.History Thirteenth-century Italian glass blowers in Venice first brought gazing balls to life. In Victorian England, reflective gazing balls were displayed indoors and used by servants to see if service was needed in an adjoining room. Bavaria's King Ludwig II was so fond of gazing balls that he placed them indoors and outside of his castle. Seen as a sign of affluence, the popularity of gazing balls grew exponentially in America during the early 20th century. The reflective orbs were placed on porch railings in the South so hosts could see when their guests needed a tea refill. Gazing balls were also a subtle way to keep a watchful eye on young lovers.Care Guide We recommend bringing your gazing ball and stand indoors during wintertime to prevent cracking. Clean with a damp cloth to remove dirt and debris.
Brand: Evergreen Garden, Model: Evergreen Enterprises, Size: 30 inch Non-Solar