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American Cast Iron Toy, Oxen Drawn Log on Carriage with Rider by Hubley
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Incline Village, NV
This charismatic turn of the century American cast iron floor toy (children rolled it around on the
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Bank, Which is a Bank Building, ca. 1900
By Kenton
Located in Petaluma, CA
A very nice original cast iron bank, which is a bank building. Not repainted, or touched up. That
Category

Early 20th Century American Other Toys

Materials

Iron

19th C Cast Iron Horse Wind Mill Weight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C Cast iron horse wind mill weight with a cast iron mount. This is more then likely a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Weathervanes

Materials

Iron

Mid 19th Century Firedogs, Brass Globe Andirons, Cast Iron, 30 cm
Located in Greven, DE
Pair of wonderful andirons with a brass globe decoration. France, circa 1850. Solid iron in good
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antiquities

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Painted Horse Hitching Post
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century cast iron hitching post in old painted black surface. The condition is very good and
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Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Folky Stagecoach Cast Iron Doorstop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful and heavy doorstop has a great untouched patina and is in very good condition .
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Early 20th Century American More Folk Art

19th Century Cast Iron Signed Dog Nut Cracker
By L.A. Althoff Mfg. Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This signed cast iron dog nut cracker is made by L.A. Althoff Mfg. Co. makers of Headlight stoves
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Antique Late 19th Century American Country More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Kama for Tea Ceremony, Early 20th Century
Located in Prahran, Victoria
Vintage Japanese cast iron Kama hot water kettle with a bronze lid for use in tea ceremony with a
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron and Wood Carnival Ring Toss Game Board
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cast iron carnival midway ring toss on walnut base. Found in the midwest.
Category

American Carnival Art

Materials

Iron

Turn of the Century Cast Iron Horse Boot Scraper
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Turn of the century cast iron horse boot scraper. Originally had 2 brushes that sat in the base.
Category

Antique Early 1900s More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Hay Grapple Farm Barn Hook Metal Forks Country Decor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cast Iron Hay Grapple Farm Barn Hook Metal Forks Country Decor. Circa Early 1900s
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Antique Early 1900s Country Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED CAST IRON WATCH TRADE SIGN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED ,REVERSIBLE CAST IRON TRADE SIGN IN SUPER AND GREAT ORIGINAL SURFACE
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Antique 19th Century American Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Cast Iron Cat by Hubley
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Stamford, CT
An Art Deco cast iron doorstop in the form of a cat by Hubley Manufacturing Company. Signed
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Punch and Judy cast iron door stops
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Punch and Judy cast iron door stops, having Mr Punch with his dog called Toby by his side
Category

Early 20th Century Metalwork

Materials

Iron

French Wooden and Cast Iron Horse
Located in Winter Park, FL
particularly captivation example of Provencal folk art. Cast iron head and wooden body with remnants of
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Carnival Art

Art Deco Cast Iron Foundry Workers Panel
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking Art Deco cast iron panel is a recast of an original design by Heinrich Moshage, a
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th C. Rare Signed Humpty Dumpty Cast Iron Bank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
RARE SIGNED HUMPTY DUMPTY CAST IRON BANK W/ORIGINAL PAINTED SURFACE. MISSING INSIDE BOTTOM PLATE
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Antique 19th Century American Toys

Materials

Iron

Large Weathered Cast Iron Statue of a Hunting Dog
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large weathered cast iron statue of a hunting dog A very handsome Chap, he is sitting down and
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

19th Century Small and Large Cast Iron Boots from Mannequin Forms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two small and large cast iron button up boots from 19th century mannequin forms. Found in New
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Iron

Monumental 19th Century Cast Iron Original Painted Sculptural Alligator
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic large cast iron alligator has a wonderful original painted body showing an
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Antique 19th Century American Primitives

Materials

Iron

Original Antique French Cast Iron Roadside Directional Sign
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Absolutely awesome, authentic original antique French cast iron street sign. This sign is
Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Bicycle Stands By Willbro Norwich
Located in Gloucester, GB
19th century cast iron bicycle stands by Willbro Norwich - Price is per piece - Cast iron
Category

Antique 1880s English Industrial More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Set of Eight 19th Century Cast Iron Rosettes
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of eight 19th century cast iron rosettes are perfect for adding that special decorative touch
Category

Antique 1850s French Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Pig Door Stop
Located in Sheffield, MA
How cute can this be!!! This early 20th century fun and adorable pig door stop has an old worn patina with original painted surface and is in good condition. Great as a door stop or ...
Category

Early 20th Century American Country Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

18THC GOOSENECK CAST IRON KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THIS HAND FORGED GOOSENECK TEA/COFFEE KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND IS IN FANTASTIC CONDITION. IT IS FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION IN NEW ENGLAND. THE LID IS MISSING AND DOES NOT DETRACT FROM ...
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Primitives

Materials

Iron

1950s Spanish Cast Iron Hand Painted Bull Head
Located in Marbella, ES
Decorative 1950s Spanish cast iron hand painted bull head.
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

c.1860 French Cast Iron Horse Hitching Post
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Fantastic antique French cast iron horse hitching post-- great accent piece!
Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Iron, Bronze

PAIR OF CAST IRON JACK RUSSEL TERRIOR DOOR STOPS
Located in Los Angeles, CA
PAIR OF ORIGINAL PAINTED CAST IRON JACK RUSSEL TERRIORS/DOOR STOPS IN PRISTINE CONDITION.THIS IS A
Category

Early 20th Century American Toys

Materials

Iron

Handcrafted Cast Iron French Art Deco Tree Stand
Located in Miami, FL
A fine French Art Deco Christmas tree stand. This early 20th century, cast iron stand is
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Primitive Carved Wood Cast Iron Glider Rocking Hobby Horse
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, red painted wood base, cast iron hardware with star accents, and leather straps and saddle. The
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Toys

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Polychromed Horse and Log Wagon Pull Toy, Kenton Toy C. 1894
Located in Charleston, SC
American cast iron poly chromed and painted pull toy with a log wagon, spoke wheels, and Negro man
Category

Antique 1890s American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Monumental 19th Century Cast Iron Carousel Child s Rocking Horse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic 19th century large cast iron carrousel rocking horse with fragments of paint surface
Category

20th Century American Other Carnival Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Large Cast Iron Dog Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dog has a late Victorian form and has a worn original black painted surface. The condition is very good.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Country More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

French Art Deco Cast Iron Daybed on Casters
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive French art deco daybed constructed from cast iron. The bed features a headboard and
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Early Cast Iron Railroad Warning Sign
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Large double-sided American Railroad warning sign. Cast and embossed raised letters. Great detail
Category

Early 20th Century American Signs

Antique Artisanal Fruit Press Cast Iron, France, circa 1880
Located in Labrit, Landes
This cast iron fruit press was made in the late 19th century in France. It was probably used by
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Industrial Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19th Century Original Painted Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original 19th century painted black and white cast iron dog nut cracker is attached to a green
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

Pair of Steel Cast Iron “No Parking” Signs, Lyle Signs Minneapolis, 1930 s
Located in Milford, NH
A fine pair of circular yellow painted steel signs which read “No Parking Between Signs,” with cast
Category

Vintage 1930s American Signs

Materials

Steel, Iron

19th Century Zinc Painted Cast Iron Squirrel Nut Cracker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original zinc painted silvery cast iron nut cracker is in very good as found condition. Was
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Primitives

Materials

Iron

1920s Art Deco Kramer Bros, Cast Iron Urn
Located in Surrey, BC
Statement-making entry piece. A Classic Art Deco black cast iron urn, circa 1920, with beautiful
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Art Deco Cast Iron Jardinières
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of French Art Deco cast iron jardinières.
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Antique Fish Statue, English, Cast Iron, Angler s Door Stop, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique fish statue. An English, cast iron angler's doorstop, dating to the late
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Metalwork

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Clock Face Trade Sign "Dispatch Oven Co."
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, MN. This original silver painted iron has a wonderful mellow patina. Very good condition.  
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Signs

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Temple Bell Holding Bracket from Burma, Late 19th-Early 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Cast iron temple bell holding bracket from Burma, late 19th-early 20th century. Cast iron bracket
Category

Antique 1890s Burmese Other Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Round Marble Cast Iron Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco, café, bistro, dining table features a round white marble top with stepped, cast iron
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Berlin Iron

19th Century Iron Cast English Mural Plate in the Manner of Francois Briot
By Elkington Co.
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iron cast round metal plate attributed to Elkington & co., it has been made on the manner of
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Polychromed Jockey Figure, 20th Cetury
Located in Astoria, NY
Cast Iron polychromed figural hitching post in the form of an African American jockey or groom
Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

19THC ORIGINAL GIDED CAST IRON "W" FROM THE WOOLWORTH STORE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC ORIGINAL SURFACE, GOLD OVER A RED BASE COAT CAST IRON "W " FROM THE ORIGINAL WOOLWORTH
Category

Antique 19th Century American Signs

Materials

Iron

English Cast Iron Coat of Arms Shield, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
English Cast Iron Coat of Arms Shield, 19th Century
Category

Antique 19th Century English Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century Iron Works Horse Windmill Weight
By Rochester N.Y Iron Works Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fantastic example of great folk art ! This cast iron horse windmill weight is on a custom
Category

Antique 19th Century American More Folk Art

Set of Three Cast Iron Korean 19th Century Mortars
Located in Chicago, IL
A group of cast iron apothecary mortars from North Korea dated circa 1900.
Category

20th Century Korean Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast iron Coat of Arms
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique Cast iron Coat of Arms
Category

Antique Early 1800s Decorative Art

Large Art Deco Cast Iron Elephant Door Stop
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Large cast iron elephant from the Art Deco period. Solid, heavy and with good details. In excellent
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Architectural Building Star Shaped Support Collection 7
By Mark Indursky
Located in Manhasset, NY
A collection of 7 antique 19th century cast iron decorative star shaped building supports. Used in
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Antique 1890s American American Classical Antiquities

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Steel and Cast Iron Coat Rack
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco, coat rack features a heavy cast iron base with steel stem and 4 streamlined, double coat
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Steel, Iron

Two Vintage Woolworth "L" "O" Gilded Cast Iron Letters
By Woolworth Department Store
Located in Astoria, NY
Two cast iron letters; L and O, from the Woolworth department store. Each retains its original gold
Category

20th Century American Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Fabulous Cast Iron Windmill Weight Horse Sculpture
By Dempster Mill Manufacturing 1
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Wonderful found object bobtail horse made of weathered cast iron, once a windmill weight from Maine
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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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 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

    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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.