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Pr 19th C. Cast Iron Entry Way Lions
By Fiske Or Mott
Located in New York, NY
Classic pair of 19th C. cast iron seated lions, in very good vintage estate condition. The lions
Category

Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Statues

Materials

Iron

Pr 19th C. Cast Iron Entry Way Lions
Pr 19th C. Cast Iron Entry Way Lions
$10,240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Antique Georgian Style Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A stunning late 19th century Georgian style cast iron fire grate; a handsome addition to any
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Decorative cast iron pine cone on wooden base
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage Decorative cast iron pine cone on wooden base Indoor / Outdoor Decorative object - Mid
Category

20th Century Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Cast Iron Love Seat Garden Bench
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Authentic, compact English garden bench (love seat) made of heavy cast iron with a romantic and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Decorative Railing Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A decorative Victorian era cast iron decorative railing panel by George Wright & Co, Rotherham
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Andirons

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique American Cast Iron Horsehead Hitching Post C1890
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic American cast iron hitching post with a horsehead form sitting on a decorative fluted
Category

Antique 1890s American American Classical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Urns, circa 1890
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we have a pair of cast iron urns. Origin: France, circa 1890 Measurements: 22" H x 15" W
Category

Antique 19th Century French Urns

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Garden Figural Statue of Lady Liberty
Located in Milford, NH
A fine cast iron garden statue of Lady Liberty with great verdigris and patina, with some rust in
Category

20th Century American Statues

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Burnished Mantlepiece Surround
Located in London, GB
19th Century Cast Iron Burnished Mantlepiece Surround. An Unusally Detailed Polished Cast Iron
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique Neoclassical Figural Cast Wrought Iron Fireplace Andirons, circa 1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Neoclassical set of figural fireplace andirons offers wrought and cast iron construction
Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Andirons

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Early 19th Century Neoclassical Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Essex, MA
Fine 19th Century Cast Iron Fireback. Of Panel form with fine detail of Venus being attended by
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Parisian Stone Top Cast Iron Bistro Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Parisian Stone Top Cast Iron Bistro Table This antique Parisian bistro table is a classic
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Stone, Iron

Early 20thC Hubley Bouquet of Flowers Cast Iron Doorstops
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Antique cast iron Doorstops by Hubley in original paint. No breaks or cracks in excellent vintage
Category

Vintage 1920s American Industrial Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Figural Flatback Rust Patina Garden Panel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A cast iron flatback panel originally from a balcony rail in France. Dating to the mid-late 19th
Category

Antique 1850s French International Style Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large 19th Century Cast Iron Finials
By J.W. Fiske Company
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of large (and heavy) cast iron finials for garden or home decoration. 19th century manufacture
Category

Antique 1880s American American Classical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Trough Planters
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Two antique cast iron trough planters of French origin, circa 1870. These beautiful matching trough
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

19th Century Victorian Antique Cast Iron Garden Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique English Victorian cast iron garden bench with scroll design, leaf décor, and centered
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Metal, Iron

Victorian Style Arched Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large Victorian style cast iron arched fireplace insert with a central high relief cartouche, a
Category

Vintage 1950s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Industrial Wood Cast Iron Double Block Pulley
Located in Winter Park, FL
A rustic industrial double wood pulley with large cast iron hook. An interesting nautical object
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Vintage American Cast Iron Garden Urn
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Fleurdetroit presents for your consideration this American, Cast iron urn. A marvelous addition for
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Victorian Period Style Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A simple and versatile Victorian period style cast. iron fire grate with a generous burning area
Category

Vintage 1960s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Pair Of Antique Cast Iron Grates C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Pair Of Antique Cast Iron Grates C1900 Measures - 17" x 30 1/8" x 1 1/2" A pair of antique cast
Category

Early 20th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Pair Of Antique Cast Iron Grates C1900
Pair Of Antique Cast Iron Grates C1900
$600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Small Cast Iron Fountain from Toulouse, France, 20th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… A charming cast iron fountain from Toulouse, France, the small size
Category

20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Urn on Plinth
Located in Stamford, CT
Crusty 19th century cast iron urn or planter on a plinth. All iron is solid and in good condition
Category

Antique 1890s American Late Victorian Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Dog Andirons
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of heavy cast iron dog andirons in a seated pose in a black finish .
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Large Antique Cast Iron Fireback with Mythological Scene
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Large 18th Century Cast Iron Fireback with Mythological Scene This impressive antique cast iron
Category

Antique 18th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A medium sized 19th century Victorian cast iron fireplace insert, showing good quality casting
Category

Antique 1860s Scottish Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Bradley Hubbard Victorian Cast Iron Figural Warrior Gnome Doorstop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Bradley & Hubbard Victorian Cast Iron Figural Warrior Gnome Doorstop. Circa Late 1800s
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

1900s French Cast Iron Planter
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French cast iron planter embodies the enduring elegance of classical garden
Category

Early 20th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Set of Four French Cast Iron Urns on Stone Plinths
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A finely cast set of four iron urns with egg and dart rims atop a plain body with a deeply
Category

Antique 19th Century French Country Urns

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

19th Century Manner Cast Iron Fire Grate.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A charming 19th Century manner cast iron fire grate basket. A high shaped back with curved sides
Category

Vintage 1970s English Early Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate. A patterned side gate with expressive detailing and decorative
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Chambord Style Garden Urn, France, circa 1910
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Cast Iron Chambord Style Garden Urn, France, circa 1910. A petite size with weathered finish and
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Pair of Vintage Victorian Tables with Cast Iron Tops
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage Victorian tables with cast iron tops. The tables have an antique grill insert set
Category

Vintage 1950s Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron and Marble Sundial
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century French garden sundial with heavy cast iron column base and carved marble dial
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Sundials

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Iron

Antique Cast Iron Statue of a Praying Child
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual mid 19th century antique cast iron statue of a praying child, sourced from the property
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone, Metal, Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Decorative Railing Panel
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique decorative Victorian era cast iron decorative railing panel by George Wright & Co
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Andirons

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

1900s French Cast Iron Planter
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French cast iron planter showcases the timeless appeal of classical urn design paired
Category

Early 20th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

1900s French Cast Iron Planter
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French cast iron planter presents a beautifully weathered patina that highlights its
Category

Early 20th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Garden Grille Pair
Located in Winter Park, FL
A pair of 19th century French cast iron architectural grilles or decorative panels. Black painted
Category

Antique 19th Century French Beaux Arts Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Urn, France, circa 1900
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Cast iron urn, France, circa 1900. Classic Art Nouveau design with scrolled handles. Dark bronze
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Urns

Materials

Iron

Cast Bronze Upright Rabbit Circa 1950 s + Cast Iron Rabbit Motif Plaque On Stand
Located in Incline Village, NV
accompanied by a 9" heavy cast iron plaque rabbit themed bust (see image) and specially made stand for display
Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Garden Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Victorian cast iron garden gate. A small, traditional side gate with speared finials, finished in a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Urn
Located in Ongar, GB
A very decorative French 19th century cast iron urn which is decorated with a pair of Lion heads
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Urns

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Coal Grate
Located in London, GB
Early nineteenth century cast iron coal grate, c.1800, the shaped back-plate centred by anthemion
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

A Cast Iron "Pomme de Pin", France c.1950
Located in Chicago, IL
This impressive, large French "pomme de pin" garden ornament is made from cast iron and dates to
Category

Mid-20th Century French Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

17th Century French Pinhead Fireplace Andirons in cast iron
Located in Antwerpen, BE
17th Century (1685) French pinhead andirons in black cast iron.
Category

Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron and Bras Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Pair of antique cast iron and bras andirons - firedogs.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

19th Century Large French Cast Iron Jardiniere
Located in High Point, NC
Large scale jardiniere, dating to circa 1890-1900. This jardiniere is of decorative cast iron
Category

Antique 1880s French Baroque Revival Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of Napoleon Cast Iron Urns
Located in Washington, DC
A pair of Napoleon cast iron urns.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Modernist Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice and interesting pair of modernist andirons is made of cast iron and wrought iron. This is
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique French Faux Bois Cast Iron Hitching Post C1875
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular cast iron hitching post in the fabulous faux bois style. Cannon ball top all original
Category

Antique 1870s French Adirondack Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Five piece Ornate Cast Iron Grapevine Garden Set Complete
Located in Omaha, NE
Mid-Century Cast Iron Grapevine Garden Complete Set – 5-Piece Victorian Revival, Made in USA
Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair Cast Iron Pie Crust Urns
Located in South Salem, NY
A pair of cast iron garden urns showing honest patina. The lip of the urn has an egg and dart
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Urns

Materials

Iron

French Solid Cast Iron Garden Urn Planter
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Small Old Cast Iron Classic Urn Planter, France. Exceptional and substantial in its own right, this
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

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
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

English Antique Cast Iron Fireplace Original Patina
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
A beautiful antique English cast iron fireplace with original patina. This beautiful cast iron
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Buildings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of cast iron buildings available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and brass, all cast iron buildings available were constructed with great care. We have 5732 antique and vintage cast iron buildings in-stock, while there are 15 modern editions to choose from as well. Cast iron buildings have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Cast iron buildings bearing Victorian or Neoclassical hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Coalbrookdale Foundry, Bradley Hubbard and Thomas Elsley each produced beautiful cast iron buildings that are worth considering.

How Much are Cast Iron Buildings?

Prices for cast iron buildings can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cast iron buildings begin at $40 and can go as high as $132,362, while the average can fetch as much as $1,465.

Finding the Right Building And Garden Elements for You

Choosing the right antique or vintage building and garden elements can prove pivotal when you’re working to beautify any room in your home or just put the finishing touches on a garden or other outdoor area.

It takes time and effort to improve your outdoor space or merely to bring an air of tranquility to an indoor area set aside for private relaxation or gathering with friends. The good news is that 1stDibs can help.

To introduce a sense of timelessness to a back patio or interior common area, choose cast-stone statues or sculptural busts for a dose of drama or select ornate architectural elements such as corbels, plaques or panels made of marble or iron. Elsewhere, find a focal point in your living room and create a “feature wall” by bringing pops of color into a corner with handmade antique ceramic tiles.

It helps when design changes like these have a practical upside too.

Victorian cast-iron stair treads hearken back to a time when adding decorative details to your property was a priority. While lending an attractive appearance to an exterior staircase, these safeguards render the steps slip-resistant for those coming and going. And as one good stylistic choice usually leads to another, pairing your sophisticated treads with a coupling of 19th-century hand-forged andirons would be a thoughtful, durable touch for any courtyard or comfortable lounge space, be they intended for an indoor fireplace or a patio firepit.

Where the garden is concerned, any sophisticated garden ornaments you select should work with nature, not against it. Wrought-iron garden gates will simply refuse to be relegated to the background. Instead, they’ll draw attention to your painstakingly sculpted hedges and colorful flora. When paired with a sparse arrangement of other tasteful additions, such as a stone planter, garden stool or other welcoming pieces of outdoor seating, the effect can be transformative.

On 1stDibs, find a sprawling collection of antique garden furniture and architectural elements that meet every need. Our offerings include everything from sculptural bathroom fixtures to flooring ideas to pedestals and columns designed in a variety of styles and much more.

Questions About Cast Iron Buildings
  • 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.