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Robbins and Co Henry Jeckyll attr. A pair of Anglo-Japanese cast iron fire dogs.
Located in London, GB
Robbins and Co attributed to Henry Jeckyll. A pair of Anglo-Japanese cast iron fire dogs. With
Category

Antique 1880s English Anglo-Japanese Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Louis XV Fire Andirons, 18th Century Period
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th Century French Louis XV Period andirons. Made of cast iron. The andirons are in good condition
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Double Lemon Andirons
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good pair of American double lemon andirons, having beaded bands around both lemon finials, with
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Andirons

Materials

Iron, Brass

Rare French Buddha Andirons, Fire dogs, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th Century French Napoleon III Period andirons made of cast iron. They are in a good condition.
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Andirons / Fire Dogs, Woman with Necklace
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique andirons, a woman wearing a beautiful necklace and a hairband. Weight: 16 lbs / 7 kg
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Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Andirons / Fire Dogs, Woman with Hat
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique andirons, a woman wearing a head and a flower on her chest. Weight: 9 lbs / 4 kg
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Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Andirons / Fire Dogs, Woman with Hairband
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique andirons, woman nicely dressed with a hairband made of spikes - very decorative. Weight
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Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

16th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
16th century French Gothic andirons made of cast iron. With faces on the spit hooks to discourage
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Antique 16th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Andirons / Fire Dogs, Township of Hayange
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique andirons, a sphinx marked with the township of Hayange in the French province of Moselle
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Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Style Andirons or Firedogs, 20th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century French Napoleon III style andirons made of cast iron fronts and wrought iron beams
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20th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French andirons made of cast iron. The style of the andirons is Gothic. They are in a
Category

Antique 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Small 19th Century Napoleon III Period French Andirons
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Napoleon III period andirons. The andirons are made of cast iron and are in a
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Andirons or Firedogs, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Napoleon III andirons made of cast iron. The andirons are in a good condition.
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

17th Century Gothic Cup Dogs, Andirons
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French 17th century Gothic firedogs. With spit hooks to grill food and a cup to keep drinks or soup warm.
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Antique 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

17th Century Gothic Cup Dogs, Andirons
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French 17th century Gothic cup dogs. The condition is good.
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Antique 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Napoleon III Andirons / Firedogs
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
French Napoleon III andirons made of brass and cast iron. The andirons are in a good condition.
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Brass

Antique English Victorian Solid Brass Flower Andirons
By Ernest Gimson
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful pair of brass flower antique andirons. Gorgeous style that blends perfectly with
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Aesthetic Movement Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Antique Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Large 17th century French andirons made of wrought iron. The style of the andirons is gothic. These
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Antique 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

17th Century Magnificent French Gothic Firedogs or Andirons
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century, French Gothic fire dogs made of wrought iron and cast iron. Rare combination of
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Antique 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron, Iron

French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th-18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French andirons made of cast iron. The style of the andirons is Gothic. The
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Antique Early 18th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th-18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th-18th century French andirons made of cast iron. The style of the andirons is Gothic. The
Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

15th-16th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
15th-16th century French Gothic andirons made of cast iron. The andirons have very special spit
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Antique 16th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique French Bacchante Firedogs or Andirons, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Napoleon III Bacchante firedogs made of cast iron. Bacchante is the priestess
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

16th-17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Impressive 16th-17th century French Gothic andirons made of cast iron. The andirons have spit hooks
Category

Antique Early 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Andirons / Fire Dogs, Woman with Beaded Veil
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique andirons, showing a woman wearing a veil decorated with beads. Weight: 12 lbs / 5 kg
Category

Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Andirons / Fire Dogs, Older Ladies with a Hat
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique French andirons, older ladies with a hat! Or maybe a farmer's wife. Weight: 14 lbs / 6 kg
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Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Andirons with Hammered Texture and Cannonball Crown
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. The wrought iron andirons have a decorative hammered texture. The finish is a rustic bronze color with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique French Napoleon III Andirons or Firedogs, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
social gatherings. The andirons are made of cast iron. They are in a good condition.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique French Louis XV Andirons or Firedogs, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
18th century French Louis XV andirons. The andirons are made of cast iron. They have a natural
Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Gothic style fire dogs made of cast iron. With spit hooks to grill food and a cup to keep
Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique French Napoleon III Firedogs / Andirons, 19th Century
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique French Napoleon III Firedogs / Andirons, 19th century.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Andirons or Firedogs, 19th Century
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
French Napoleon III 'Woman' andirons or firedogs, 19th century They are in good condition.
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Woman Andirons / Firedogs, 19th Century
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
French Napoleon III 'Woman' andirons / firedogs, 19th century. This pair is in really nice
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

Arts Crafts Figural Owl Andirons C1920 by Howe Boston
By Howe
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of early 20th century cast figural Owl Andirons by Howe manufacturing of Boston Mass
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Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Large, heavy French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century French Gothic andirons made of cast iron. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food
Category

Antique 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Elaborate Edwardian Column and Ball Brass Andirons
Located in Milford, NH
A fabulous pair of elaborate Edwardian column and ball brass andirons with Corinthian capitals and
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Antique Bronze Urn Form Fireplace Andirons
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of antique bronze fireplace andirons in the form of urns with handles and acorn
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Antique 1890s French Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique Andirons / Fire Dogs, Man Wearing a Bow Tie
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique andirons, showing a man with great wavy hair and a bow tie. Weight: 12 lbs / 5 kg
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Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Monumental Pair of Regency Bronze Andirons, Early 19th Century
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
, early 19th century 🎨 Materials: Solid cast bronze with wrought iron billet bars ⚖️ Weight: Approx. 100
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Pair of Tall Solid Brass Harvin Co. Federal Style Andirons
By Harvin Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Federal style andirons made from high quality cast brass pieces assembled. Tall
Category

Vintage 1950s American Federal Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large 19th-20th Century French Andirons or Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Very large and heavy 19th-20th century French cast iron fire dogs. The condition is good. This
Category

Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

Vintage Asian Brass Dragon Andirons or Chenets - a Pair
Located in Harlingen, TX
atop bases etched with Chinese characters. Polished cast brass and hand forged iron. Dimensions: 6.5"W
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Music Note Fireplace Andirons
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of mid century black cast iron music note motif fireplace andirons by Tennessee Chrome Plate
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Vintage 1950s American Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Antique Napoleon III Andirons or Firedogs, 19th Century
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
French Napoleon III andirons or firedogs, 19th century.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Brass Andirons with Classical Finials
Located in Middleburg, VA
A refined pair of mid-19th-century English brass andirons, radiating timeless Georgian elegance
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Andirons

Materials

Metal, Brass, Wrought Iron

French Antique Napoleon III Andirons or Firedogs, 19th Century
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
French Napoleon III andirons or firedogs, 19th century.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Baroque Style Bronze Scroll Feather Andirons
Located in Milford, NH
A beautiful pair of French Baroque style bronze andirons with scroll and feather decoration, with
Category

20th Century Unknown Baroque Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

French Empire Renaissance Brass Lion Coat of Arms Cannonball Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Vintage French Empire Renaissance Style Brass Lion Coat of Arms Large Cannonball Andirons with Cast Iron
Category

Mid-20th Century Empire Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage French Rococo Bronze Acanthus Leafy Scroll Fireplace Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Rococo Style Bronze Acanthus Leafy Scroll Fireplace Andirons - a Pair. Circa Mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Rococo Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Pair of Bronze Obelisk Form Arts Crafts Andirons
Located in Milford, NH
A nice pair of bronze obelisk form Arts & Crafts andirons with foliate relief decoration
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Vintage Beethoven Face French Rococo Brass Cannonball Fireplace Andirons - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage "Beethoven" French Rococo Brass Cannonball Fireplace Andirons - Pair. Item featured is
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Early 20th Century Unknown Rococo Andirons

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Iron

Mid Century Brass Nautical Style Anchor Andirons with Dolphins
By Bradley Hubbard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of cast brass andions with a total nautical theme. Anchors are the main feature with
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Vintage English Equestrian Horse heads and Brass Hoof Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Vintage English Equestrian Brass and cast-Iron Horse Heads Andirons and Hoof Andiron
Category

Vintage 1940s English Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Napoleon III Style Centaur Andirons/Chenets 19th/20th Century
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
foliate motif in cast iron Dimensions: (approx). 16" high x 10.5" wide x 19.75" deep. Weight 34.8 lbs.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique French Empire Style Bronze Brass Spiral Column Andirons- a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Style Bronze Brass Spiral Column Andirons- a Pair. Circa 1900. Measurements
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Empire Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Neoclassical Styled Andirons with Brass Urns Lion Head Accents
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
a cast and polished brass with cast iron supports. The pair are decorated with a figural urn at the
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Circa 1900 Pair Of Lion Motif Andirons
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Nice pair of circa 1900's cast iron Lion motif andirons in very good original condition. They have
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Andirons For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cast iron andirons available for sale. The range of distinct cast iron andirons — often made from metal, iron and brass — can elevate any home. There are 1408 antique and vintage cast iron andirons for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Cast iron andirons have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Cast iron andirons are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, neoclassical and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Cast iron andirons have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Donald Deskey, Bradley Hubbard and Bennett Co. are consistently popular.

How Much are Cast Iron Andirons?

Prices for cast iron andirons can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cast iron andirons begin at $10 and can go as high as $46,852, while the average can fetch as much as $1,352.

Finding the Right Andirons for You

A set of antique or vintage andirons is a staple accessory, part of the fireplace tools you’ll want to collect for keeping a neat and elegant fireplace in your home.

Using andirons in a fireplace elevates the fire, ensuring more air can get to the logs thus keeping a fire burning longer. Andirons also encourage ventilation and may also prevent smoke from working its way into your living room or bedroom.

Think of these accessories as part of an upright metal support system to optimize your fire. Antique andirons are basically u-shaped brackets with a curved end that come in pairs and are largely quite simple in structure, but the design of this household necessity has improved over time. Outwardly decorative andirons have become available since their debut because one should never underestimate the style quotient of an attractive hearth.

Andirons, which earned the nickname “firedogs” given their similarity in form to a pair of upright canines, are believed to be the oldest fireplace furnishings. They have been used broadly since at least the late Iron Age. Before iron became the material of choice, stone andirons did a suitable job of balancing the logs in a fire and adding a sense of symmetry to the hearth. Fire baskets, like the combination of andirons and a grate, afforded an opportunity to layer logs in a fire rather than delicately stacking them on andirons.

Today, andirons can be found in bronze and brass, too, which contrast wonderfully with a mantel carved from dark marble, for example, and add dimension to what might otherwise be a subdued space. And while people aren’t cooking in the fireplace anymore, andirons’ spit hooks offered an opportunity to roast meat or rest the pokers that you typically would’ve kept fireside.

During the Renaissance, andirons became especially ornate and even figurative, taking on human forms as well as marine life such as dolphins. Art Deco–era andirons are particularly exquisite. While the accessories are frequently characterized by rich geometric angles and sculptural curves, attributes that we know of most Art Deco furniture, artisans of the period also looked to what was by then a long tradition of designing andirons in the shape of animals and reptiles.

Adding fashionable antique or vintage andirons will not only improve the quality of a fire but can also elevate your space as well as the fireside experience. Find modern andirons, Art Nouveau andirons and other varieties today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cast Iron Andirons
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.