It could have been Garden Related but looks like the top Section of a Light Post. Either Way, I couldn't pass on it because of the interesting form and no damage to the iron.
It can be Functional and still has a Cool Look. 23 7/8" total height, narrowest point inside is 4 3/4" diameter, top diameter 9 1/8" and max diameter at bottom is 10 3/4", footprint base diameter is 9 3/4.Please Enlarge Each Photo for a Better View of Condition and T ake the Time to Read the Entire Condition section. The item "Antique Iron Pipe Section Early Street Light Post Garden Orb, Birdbath" is in sale since Tuesday, September 7, 2021. This item is in the category "Antiques\Architectural & Garden\Garden".
The seller is "rustybucketmaine" and is located in Saco, Maine. This item can be shipped to United States.