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What are cast iron columns?

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What are cast iron columns?
Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
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Early 20th Century Fluted Cast Iron Column
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century fluted building column with a decorative capital. Industrial cast iron. One
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

19th Century Pair of Decorative Cast Iron Columns with their Original Painting
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century Pair of Decorative Cast Iron Columns with their Original Painting
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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Columns, Mounted as Exterior Street Lamps
By Powerlite Devices Ltd
Located in Montreal, QC
A pair of imposing antique cast iron columns mounted as street lamps. Each Doric pillar fluted and
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Antique 1890s Canadian Neoclassical More Lighting

Materials

Iron

Edwardian Cast Iron Column Table Lamp
Located in Copenhagen, K
Early 20th century Edwardian column table lamp in cast iron.
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Collection of Fluted Iron Columns
Located in Peekskill, NY
We have a collection of 3 early cast iron columns. They are priced per column. Measures: Two have a
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Antique Late 19th Century Rustic Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

Antique 6 Foot Structural Cast Iron Fluted Column
Located in New York, NY
Thick cast iron column with a fluted body and decorative capital. The bottom is uneven and 6 inches
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

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