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Antique Hatstand with Modern Fabric
Located in Phoenix, AZ
This hatstand "stands" alone! With a hat or not it is a beautiful sculptural piece.
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Vintage 1920s American Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

2 Pair Sconces with Consolidated Glass Slip Shades
By Markel Electric Products
Located in Prescott, AZ
. shades adorn these refurbished cast iron sconce backs. Shades are in great condition with no noticeable
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Vintage Moe Bridges Slip Shade Ceiling Pendant vintagelights
By Moe Bridges
Located in Prescott, US
Vintage 1920s - 30s Moe Bridges two slip shade ceiling chain hung pendant light fixture. Refinished to match original color and finish. Both shades in excellent condition. Rewired to...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

1930s Lightolier Luxart Chandelier
By Lightolier
Located in Prescott, AZ
out fixture today. Made of a black painted cast iron frame with vertical "fins" of highly
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

1930s Deco Mid-Century Three-Shade Chandelier
Located in Prescott, AZ
Three matching available. Restored to its original colors of cream and antique golden. This three-shade fixture imparts the refined style of yesteryear's designers. Shades are of hi...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Le Cremer Film LIght Circa 1940 s
By Fallen Furniture
Located in Bath, GB
Newly rewired and Re-polished Le Cremer Film light on art deco cast iron stand and base.
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Vintage 1940s British Industrial Floor Lamps

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Iron, Aluminum, Steel

1970 Floor Lamp in the Style of Lancel with Pineapple
Located in Paris, FR
Floor lamp bases in brass and wooden girdle lacquered, pineapple cast iron d art, two bulbs, circa
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Albert Cheuret Rare and Important Pair of "Serpentaire" Sconces
By Albert Cheuret
Located in Mondorf les Bains, LU
alabaster tulip. Signature Albert Cheuret on the tip of the left wing of each bird Cast iron from the Art
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Vintage 1920s Luxembourgish Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

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Bronze

Hitching Post Lamp
By Elizabeth Street Gallery
Located in New York, NY
Cast in bronze based on a mid-19th century cast iron folk art hitching post from the southern
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20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Hand Sculpture
By Elizabeth Street Gallery
Located in New York, NY
HAND SCULPTURE CAST IN BRONZE Recreation of mid 19th century cast iron folk art hitching
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21st Century and Contemporary American Sculptures

Hammered Flush Mount Light Fixture (5-Light)
Located in Vancouver, BC
, crowned with matched iron fittings. Re-cast art glass "Poppy" shades. Measurements: 30"L x 20"Dia SKU
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Early 20th Century American Gothic Revival Flush Mount

Hand Mirror
By Elizabeth Street Gallery
Located in New York, NY
. Hand sculptures based on a mid-19th century cast iron folk art hitching post from the southern United
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20th Century American Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Floating stone contemporary artwork
Located in Den Bommel, NL
there's a metal thread which is stoping it from rotating. All togheter a fabulous piece of art. The cast
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Decorative Objects

Materials

Stone

Antique Cast Iron Edwardian Art Nouveau Combination Fireplace
Located in Manchester, GB
Large and unusual antique cast iron Edwardian Art Nouveau combination fireplace with a finely cast
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Slip Shade Wall Sconces, circa 1928
Located in Prescott, AZ
Superb Art Deco styling in both the sconce backs and the shades with a nod towards the French
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

1930s MCM Pendant with Custard Glass by Lightolier
By Lightolier
Located in Prescott, AZ
Somewhat Art Deco in flavour and bending toward midcentury, the beauty of these vintage lights will
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

Monumental 11.5 tall cast iron Art Nouveau Gates / panels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three Monumental cast iron Art Nouveau Panels - would be stunning gates within or outside a
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20th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Art Nouveau Parlor Stove
Located in Peekskill, NY
This wonderful Art Nouveau coal stove has a striking Turn-Of-The-Century European Look. The stove
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Early 20th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Handcrafted Cast Iron Art Deco Christmas Tree Stand
Located in Miami, FL
This early 20th century, cast iron stand is especially crafted for small Christmas trees. It is
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Art Deco Flush Mount Theater Light
By Edward F. Caldwell Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco, detailed cast iron flush mount theater light fixture features three porcelain sockets
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Iron

1900 French Cast Iron Art Nouveau Bistro Table
Located in Surrey, BC
This "Art Nouveau" Bistro Gueridon/ table with a age cracked polychrome paint , cast iron base, and
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Gueridon

Materials

Marble, Brass, Iron

Beautiful and Heavy Cast Iron, Art Deco Side Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful And heavy Art deco cast iron and glass side table, the patina is so much nicer in
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Iron

1910 Cast Iron Art Deco Style Exterior Sconce Wall Lights
Located in Surrey, BC
A very nice pair of cast iron exterior light fixtures salvaged from the Wrigley Factory building
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

1920 American Cast Iron Art Deco Urn by Kramer Bros. Co
Located in Surrey, BC
spring and summer, the Kramer Brothers developed a line of cast iron floral urns, lawn settees, chairs
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Urns

Materials

Iron

Antique Verona Cast Iron Art Deco Figural Oil Lamp Sconce Bracket
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique art deco cast iron wall sconce bracket by Verona, featuring a dancing figure in a toga
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Andirons in Cast Iron, Art Deco, with Flower Decoration Pattern, France, 1940
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This pair of andirons, are from the Art Deco period. They are in cast iron painted in black. They
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Cast Iron Base Table with Pietra Dura Specimen Top with 4 Iron Chairs
Located in Nantucket, MA
A black cast iron, Art Deco table (dining, breakfast, cafe, side table) base with a newer pietra
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stone, Iron

20th Century French Art Deco Statue, 1930s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful 20th century French cast iron Art Deco statue of a women with her dog playing from the
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Seville Studios Bronzed Iron Art Nouveau End Table
Located in Chicago, IL
A petite cast iron art deco side table created by Seville Studios. Seville Art Metal Studios
Category

Early 20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Glass

19thc Rochester Iron Works Cast Iron Mounted Horse
By Rochester N.Y Iron Works Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing folk art monumental 19thc running horse in heavy cast iron with wonderful untouched patina
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Iron

19thc Folk Art Cast Iron Spoon Rest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc folky cat cast iron spoon rest.This cat has great personality.
Category

Antique 19th Century Primitives

Materials

Iron

Muller Freres Luneville Art Deco Lamp, circa 1925
By Muller Frères
Located in Dallas, TX
matching cast iron art Deco base is stunning and equally as beautiful as the shade. It is not signed but
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Chinese Cast Iron Urn
Located in Chicago, IL
China was the earliest known civilization to make cast iron. It first appeared thousands of years
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Berlin Iron

Flowered Deer Cast Iron Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
China was the earliest known civilization to make cast iron. It first appeared thousands of years
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Petite Cast Iron Lotus Vessel
Located in Chicago, IL
Early 20th century petite cast iron lotus vessel. This cast iron vessel has an elegant form
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Hunting Lodge Sign
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
French cast iron hunting lodge sign, of the hunters quarry carrying the hunters coffin. Featuring a
Category

Late 20th Century French Signs

Materials

Iron

Herschell Spillman Cast Iron Vintage Carousel Heads
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Fantastic set of three Herschell Spillman carousel rounding board heads. Cast iron faces with wood
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Vintage 1910s American Folk Art Carnival Art

Materials

Iron

Japanese Modernist Cast Iron Vessel
Located in Rochester, NY
collection. An exceptionally beautiful example of the Japanese art of Nambu Tetsu cast iron work.
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron
Located in New Orleans, LA
Iconic charm from the 19th Century. Once used in every French Provincial household, now it’s cherished for its simplicity and rustic beauty. Makes a beautiful and unique accent piece...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Primitives

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Pin Holder
Located in Pasadena, CA
Antique cast iron pin holder with Indian chief face at each end, circa 1880.
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Antique 1880s American Native American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Chinese Four Seasons Cast Iron Tub
Located in Chicago, IL
China is the earliest known civilization to work with cast iron, appearing in artifacts made
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Vintage Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar from China's Shanxi province is patterned in low relief with a simple
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Duck Boot Scraper
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Antique cast iron Duck boot scraper with original paint.
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Folk Art More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Japanese Cast Iron Chagama
Located in Long Island City, NY
This Meiji-period iron chagama has a wonderful gravity. It is decorated with stylized
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Dachshund Boot Scraper
Located in Chicago, IL
A whimsical late 19th century American red painted cast iron dachshund boot scraper, with an open
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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

19th Century Painted Cast Iron Rooster Windmill Weight
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century painted cast iron rooster windmill weight Rare antique windmill weight. Ample
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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fairbury Bull Windmill Weight
Located in Santa Monica, CA
"12 Foot" on the bottom. Original iron plate attached.
Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Signs

Materials

Iron

19th Century Painted Cast Iron Royal Crest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century painted cast iron royal coat of arms. Beautiful worn paint.
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Antique 19th Century European Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Tang Dynasty Style Cast Iron Horse
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tang Dynasty Style Decorative Cast Iron Horse 20th Century "great color and patina" one hairline
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20th Century American Bohemian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Hubley Scottish Terrier Door Stop
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Black and white Scottish terrier door stop by Hubley. C 1930 complete with no breaks or cracks. Has some paint loss due to age and normal use.
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Vintage 1930s American Industrial Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Stable Sign, France, circa 1800
Located in Culver City, CA
Cast iron horse stabile sign, France, circa 1800. Cast iron horse heads mounted on original
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Antique Early 1800s French Primitive Signs

Materials

Iron

Folky Mechanical Cast Iron Folky Bank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 20th century cast iron folky iron bank has original over paint as they repainted them as
Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Tibetan Buddha Head 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Tibetan Cast Iron Buddha Head 19th C. Measures - 7 1/2"h x 4 1/4"w x 5"d
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Antique 19th Century Asian Metalwork

Materials

Iron

19th C Promotional Cast Iron Frog Matchstick Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C gold enamel painted cast iron matchstick box. Promotional gift from Garland Stoves & Ranges
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Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Antiquities

Materials

Iron

“Unadopted” Cast Iron Street Sign, England circa 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
England circa 1890 Cast Iron embossed road sign with perfect patina. According to the UK Highways
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Antique 1890s English Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Horse Drawn Fire Patrol, circa 1910
Located in Incline Village, NV
six firemen seated in the carrier in addition to the driver. Fire patrol is made of cast iron and hand
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Vintage 1910s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Cast Iron Washstand
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This washstand has original tiles and the cast iron has been shot blasted and finished with a grey
Category

Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Bathroom Fixtures

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Art For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of cast iron art available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of cast iron art — often made from metal, iron and wood — can elevate any home. There are 1719 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of cast iron art you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of cast iron art — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An option in this array of cast iron art, designed in the Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Folk Art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Hubley Manufacturing Company, Näfveqvarns Bruk and Folke Bensow each produced at least one beautiful piece of cast iron art that is worth considering.

How Much is a Cast Iron Art?

A piece of cast iron art can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,436, while the lowest priced sells for $64 and the highest can go for as much as $198,000.
Questions About Cast Iron Art
  • 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.