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OLD ROMANCE


Old forgotten statues and architectural pieces are
favorite finds of mine~
especially old romantic pieces like this one.


This statue is was a lamp in it's former life.
I found it in a thrift store several years ago
and I immediately fell in love with the
sweet romantic scene it portrayed.


When I found this it was painted a bold blue
Combined with it's large size, it was quite the piece in that bright blue!
I knew that could be fixed easily enough and
pictured it in a soft faded coat
of shabby paint.


I covered it in creamy white and then layered a sage green over it~
just brushing the green on rather than covering completely.


Love their little chubby feet and hands.


It is weathered, worn and chipping in places
but it doesn't bother me...
the crumbly details add so much charm and character.


Loving it on the table under the pergola!

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26 comments

  1. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJune 13, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    I say the more chippiness the better.

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  2. Honey at 2805June 13, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Love your statue and the finish you gave it!

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  3. Grammy GoodwillJune 13, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    What a sweet couple you have.

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  4. MarieJune 13, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Oh my goodness Courtney...I love love love these statues! I too am a sucker for garden statuaries coz you can use them indoors or outdoors. Great find! Happy Monday!
    -Marie

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  5. Savannah GrannyJune 13, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    The statue is so beautiful with what you have done. Every feature of their little faces is just so sweet. So glad you rescued this pretty. Ginger:)

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  6. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJune 13, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Your statue is adorable with their sweet faces and what a nice job you did with it! Love anything chippy and frenchy! Thanks for sharing with us.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  7. UnknownJune 13, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Courtney,

    It is ALWAYS a pleasure to pop in and visit your world and all the treasured beauties you share and host so beautifully !

    Thank you for all the creative fun and inspiration you continually give.

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  8. Amy ChalmersJune 13, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    I had one statue but it broke apart. Now all I have is a little head and shoulders, LOL! Yours is awesome!

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  9. At The Picket FenceJune 13, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Wow! Blue??? LOL! I think it looks like how it was always meant to be Courtney. Gorgeous! :-)
    Vanessa

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  10. lvroftiquesJune 13, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    Courtney I'm simply ga ga for romantic statues like yours! What a perfect finish you've added! I cringe from the thought of it being in bright blue! Lol! Vanna

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  11. Rosemary@villabarnesJune 13, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Oh yes, we share a love for architectural pieces. I love what you did with this. Nice!

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  12. Linda June 13, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Can't imagine it any other way...

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  13. Blondie's JournalJune 13, 2011 at 4:59 PM

    I love the statue...you have such good taste, Courtney!

    XO,
    Jane

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  14. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJune 13, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Charming!

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  15. Suzanne McClendonJune 13, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Your blog design is beautiful. :)

    I found your blog through a button on the blog called The Secret to Having It All and am now a follower.

    Have a great night!

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  16. Suzanne McClendonJune 13, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    I also meant to add on my last comment, the statue is beautiful. :)

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  17. NanaDianaJune 13, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Well, that is just the cutest old doctored up lamp ever. Oh..if only the original owner could see it now! I love it! xo Diana

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  18. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJune 13, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    What a treasure! Love the touch of green.

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  19. Sharon Lee JohnsonJune 13, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    It's perfect! I have been looking for something like for my garden for ages. Have a lovely week. x Sharon

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  20. Bella's Rose CottageJune 13, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    Hi Courtney,
    great piece! Your faux patina is beautiful work!!
    Hugs,
    Bella

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  21. Magali @ The Little White HouseJune 14, 2011 at 3:33 AM

    A.DO.RA.BLE! And the pictures you took are fantastic!

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  22. lanakwaustin@att.netJune 14, 2011 at 4:03 AM

    This is utterly fabulous! SO gorgeous--I, too, love sculpture like pieces like that--they seem so very European!

    Hugs,
    Lana

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  23. Ricki TreleavenJune 14, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    I can't imagine it painted blue, Courtney. I thin it is a great find, and I'm sure it looks great on your patio. Have a great day!

    xoxoxo,
    Ricki Jill

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  24. Jan@southernjunkin'June 14, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    No wonder you can't pass this up, it's lovely!! Great job!
    Blessings!!

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  25. KarenJune 14, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    This is gorgeous, the faces are so sweet. Love the finish, its perfect for the piece.

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  26. Plumfield House GardensJune 15, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Oh yes, they are very sweet, Celeste, victoriantailor.com

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