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Antique Swivel Oak Desk Chair, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
This is an original solid Oak desk chair with brass casters and cast iron mechanism. This
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique Adjustable Swivel Oak Desk Chair, c.1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
This is an original adjustable solid oak desk chair with brass casters and cast iron
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique Adjustable Swivel Oak Desk Chair c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original solid Oak desk chair with curved legs, cast iron mechanism and brass
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Antique Tiger Oak Swivel Desk Chair, circa 1900-1920
By The Marble
Shattuck Chair Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
This is an original solid tiger oak desk chair with cast iron mechanism, casters and
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Iron
19th c. Solid Oak Adjustable Swivel Desk Chair c.1897
By Cook
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
This is a solid Oak swivel desk chair with cast iron mechanisms. The chair's height is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Steel, Iron
19th Century French Grand Tour Patinated Iron Napoleon’s Tomb Inkwell
Located in Stamford, CT
iron tomb with removable lid revealing a sand sifter and inkpot. The interior with concealed effigy of
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Grand Tour Inkwells
Materials
Iron
Antique German Figural Owl Desk Bell Original Glass Eyes D.R.G.M.
Located in Toledo, OH
Rare German figural owl desk bell with original glass eyes. Marked on the bottom D.R.G.M. #192197
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Victorian More Desk Accessories
Materials
Iron
Industrial Cast Iron Table / Desk
Located in Oakville, CT
Cast Iron Machinist Setting Out Table / Desk.
Category
20th Century American Tables
Materials
Iron, Metal
Rare Antique Adjustable Swivel Oak Desk Chair with Floating Back Rest c.1926
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A rare antique solid Oak desk chair with curved legs, cast iron mechanism, original label
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Metal American Industrial Cast Iron Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
American goose neck desk light.
Flexible arm with metal shade.
Cast iron base. Black cotton wire
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
French Holophane glass Cast Iron Table Desk Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Holophane glass, cast desk light / table lamp
2,5 meter black cotton wire, plug and switch
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
French Holophane glass Cast Iron Table Desk Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Holophane glass, cast desk light / table lamp
2,5 meter black cotton wire, plug and switch
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron McCrosky Industrial Table / Desk Lamp
Located in Oakville, CT
Cast Iron McCrosky Industrial Table / Desk Lamp. 31 1/2" Tall, 7" Diameter Base, Arms Measure 17 1
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
Old American Industrial Drafting Table
By Hamilton
Co., Calcutta
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
lacquered cast iron and wood.
The original pine wooden top has a nice patina.
This drafting table is still
Category
Vintage 1910s Belgian Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Gooseneck Banker’s Desk Lamp with Cast Iron Base, 1930s
Located in Faversham, GB
Original gooseneck banker’s desk lamp. With decorative cast iron base and aluminum shade. Lamp can
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Belgian Art Deco Brass Cast Iron Table Desk Light
By Erpé
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Belgian goose neck desk light by Erpe Belgium
flexible arm with brass shade.
Cast iron base. Black
Category
Vintage 1920s Belgian Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Iron, Brass
Belgian Green Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Table Desk Light
By Erpé
Located in Amsterdam, NL
cast iron base.
2.5 meter black cotton flex, plug and switch
Available with US/UK plug
Weight: 1.70
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Black Metal Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black American goose neck desk light.
Flexible arm with metal shade.
Cast iron base. black cotton
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
Authentic Cast Iron Industrial Work Display Table / Art Deco Desk
Located in Oakville, CT
Original vintage Industrial cast iron work machine table. Beautifully worn top that features a
Category
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Metal, Iron
Vintage Industrial Rustic Wood
Cast Iron Work Bench - Table - Desk
Located in Oakville, CT
Incredible Rustic Cast Iron - Steel and Wood Workbench, Computer Desk, Table. Original and made in
Category
20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron
Brass Metal Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black American goose neck desk light.
Brass flexible arm with metal shade.
cast iron base. black
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Czech black enamel desk light
2.5 meter black cotton flex, plug and switch
Also, available with US
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Enamel, Iron
Cast Iron Marble-Top French Pastry Cafe Bistro Dining Table Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast iron marble-top French pastry cafe bistro dining table. Item features sturdy cast iron frame
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
Antique Adjustable Milwaukee Chair Company Swivel Office Chair, circa 1910-1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
chair with curved legs, cast iron mechanism, metal casters and original brass label on the back. The
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Brass, Iron
Vintage Industrial Cast Iron
Glass Adjustable Desk /Table Base
Located in Oakville, CT
Cast Iron Adjustable Desk Base. Top Measures 39 1/2" x 20" (not including the glass). Height
Category
20th Century American Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron, Steel
Vintage Industrial Cast Iron
Glass Adjustable Desk /Table Base
Located in Oakville, CT
Cast Iron Adjustable Desk Base. Top Measures 39 1/2" x 20" (not including the glass). Height
Category
20th Century American Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron, Steel
Industrial Art Deco Cast Iron And Steel Bank Desk Lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic, 1930s, banker's desk lamp features a cast iron base and neck with brushed steel shade. The
Category
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Iron
Industrial Drafting Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
large cast iron and wood architectural desk by B.K. Elliott for Hamilton, machine green, adjustable
Category
Early 20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
Vintage Art Deco Cast Iron Holophane Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Holophane glass, cast desk light / table lamp
2,5 meter black cotton wire, plug and switch
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Spanish Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Mercury Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Spanish mercury glass, cast iron gooseneck desk light / table lamp.
2,5 meter black cotton wire
Category
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Green Metal Brass Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Green American desk light.
Metal adjustable arm with metal shade.
Cast iron base. Black cotton
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Vintage Art Deco Cast Iron Holophane Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Holophane glass, cast desk light / table lamp
2,5 meter black cotton wire, plug and switch
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Antique Rusty Flare Gun Paperweight
Located in Mexico City, MX
Antique rusty flare gun. The gun is useless and can be used as a paperweight.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Other Paperweights
Materials
Iron
Pair of Vintage Industrial Cast Iron
Steel Desk Lamps
Located in Oakville, CT
Pair of Vintage Industrial Cast Iron & Steel Desk Lamps. 24" Tall, 7" Base Dia. Arm 1 is 11" Tall
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Iron, Steel
Pair of Cast Iron McCrosky Industrial Table / Desk Lamps
Located in Oakville, CT
Pair of Cast Iron McCrosky Industrial Table / Desk Lamps. 26" Tall, Base is 7" in Diameter, Arm 1
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Iron, Steel
Pair of C. Jere Gilt A-Z Bookends 1971
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Winnetka, IL
Pair of gilt iron A-Z bookends signed C. Jere and dated 1971 on each bookend. Each are mounted on
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories
Materials
Iron
$875 / set
Art Nouveau Double Inkwell, w/Original Glass Inserts by B&H, ca. 1910
By Bradley
Hubbard
Located in Petaluma, CA
mark of the noted foundry, Bradley and Hubbard. They produced so many fine desk items during their very
Category
Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Inkwells
Materials
Iron
Vintage French 1920s Art Deco Cast Iron Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French 1920s desk light.
Cast Iron Base and arm with Holophane glass shade.
Black cotton wire and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Brushed Steel and Cast Iron General Electric Desk Lamp
By General Electric
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Art Deco, General Electric desk lamp with cast iron base, brushed steel stem and shade that rotates
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Iron, Steel
Vintage French 1920s Art Deco Cast Iron Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French 1920s desk light.
Cast Iron Base and arm with Holophane glass shade.
Black cotton wire and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Vintage French 1920s Art Deco Cast Iron Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French 1920s desk light.
Cast Iron Base and arm with Holophane glass shade.
Black cotton wire and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Antique C.S. Hammonds Terrestrial Desk Globe with Cast Iron Base
Frame
By C.S. Hammond
Co.
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
period Art Deco style. The globe sits inside a cast iron frame which rotates around, while permitting the
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Globes
Materials
Iron
Metal Brass Mercury Glass Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Metal mercury glass medical desk light.
Metal adjustable arm with metal shade.
cast iron base
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
French Paris Cast Iron Bistro Table or Writing Desk with Mahogany Top circa 1900
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This turn of the 20th century French Paris bistro table features a cast iron base of intricate
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Tables
Materials
Iron
Vintage French 1920s Art Deco Cast Iron Holophane Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French 1920s desk light.
Cast Iron Base and arm with Holophane glass shade.
Black cotton wire and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Antique Singer Sewing Machine Cast Iron Victorian Base Maple Console Desk Top
By Singer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique singer sewing machine cast iron Victorian base maple console table desk top. Item features
Category
Early 20th Century North American Victorian Console Tables
Materials
Iron
Vintage F. Weber Co Pine Wood and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage F. Weber Co. Oak, Pine, and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table. Item features a desirable
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron
Brutalist Clocks by David Marshall, circa 1970
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Wonderful clocks of cast bronze and cast aluminum by artist David Marshall (b. 1943), circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Spanish Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Bronze, Iron
1960s French Chrome and Black Cast Iron Adjustable Desk Lamp
Located in London, England
1960s French polished and brushed chrome adjustable desk lamp with a heavy cast iron contrasting
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Vintage French 1920s Art Deco Cast Iron Frosted Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French 1930s, Art deco, frosted glass, cast desk light / table lamp
2,5 meter black cotton wire
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Heavy copper plated cast iron table lamp / desk lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy copper plated cast iron table lamp / desk lamp. Custom cream linen shade (10 tall x 7 top
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Industrial Swivel Desk Chair Cast Iron Early 20th Century
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
Early 20th century swivel desk chair / music chair, probably France. The oak chair with a cast iron
Category
Vintage 1920s Industrial Swivel Chairs
Materials
Leather, Oak
Naumann Cast Iron Victorian Sewing Machine Base with Wood Top Console Small Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Naumann cast iron Victorian sewing machine base with wood top console small desk. Item
Category
Early 20th Century North American Victorian Console Tables
Materials
Iron
Swedish Designer, Small Desk Lamp, Cast Iron, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A small table lamp or desk light. Base in cast iron with horse-shoe form. The original lampshade
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Matched Pair of Cast Iron Slag Glass Desk Lamps, American circa 1930s
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Matched Pair Of Cast Iron Slag Glass Desk Lamps American Circa 1930's, Cast Iron bases with 4 panel
Category
Vintage 1930s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Pair of Industrial Nickel-Plated Cast Iron Jacks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of industrial, mid century, nickel-plated, cast iron jacks make wonderful, bookends, desk
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron, Nickel
Substantial Dining Table with Cast Iron Base
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Substantial 8.0 foot long dining table, work surface or desk, on cast iron industrial base with a
Category
20th Century British Industrial Dining Room Tables
Materials
Iron
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Find many varieties of an authentic cast iron desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, every cast iron desk was constructed with great care. There are 215 variations of the antique or vintage cast iron desk you’re looking for, while we also have 10 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the cast iron desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each cast iron desk bearing Industrial, Victorian or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cast iron desk over the years, but those crafted by Erpe, Get Back, Inc. and Emeralite are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Cast Iron Desk?
The average selling price for a cast iron desk at 1stDibs is $1,150, while they’re typically $64 on the low end and $18,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Cast Iron Desk
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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.
- What are cast iron columns?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cast 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.
- Who invented cast iron?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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.
- Does cast-iron furniture rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cast 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, 2023Cast 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.
- When were cast iron beds made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
- Are cast iron columns hollow?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether 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, 2023Yes, 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.
- Do cast iron tables rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, 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.
- Do cast iron Firebacks work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, 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.
- How do I hang a cast iron bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How 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 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, 2022Cast 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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, 2021Cast 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 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2023Whether 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.
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