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Cast Iron Griffin

19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Griffin Fire Grate
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A small 19th century Victorian cast iron fire grate, with a pair of scrolled based griffins hosting
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Griffin Fire Grate
19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Griffin Fire Grate
$2,108 / set
H 15.75 in W 23.82 in D 15.36 in
Set of 2 cast iron Griffin table lamps, Netherlands 1920s
Located in ECHT, NL
Set of 2 antique lanterns. They are made from cast iron and depict a griffin. They most likely came
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Set of 2 cast iron Griffin table lamps, Netherlands 1920s
Set of 2 cast iron Griffin table lamps, Netherlands 1920s
$1,593 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.45 in W 4.73 in D 5.91 in
Figural Griffin Rectangular Cast Iron Ornate Door Knocker
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century ornate rectangular cast iron door knocker. Center shows a figural griffin. This
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Early 20th Century American Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Victorian Iron and Brass Griffin Fire Grate
Located in London, GB
A Victorian iron and brass Griffin fire grate, the Rococo backplate centered by cabochon, the grate
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron

Victorian Iron and Brass Griffin Fire Grate
Victorian Iron and Brass Griffin Fire Grate
$7,735
H 28.55 in W 31.5 in D 19.1 in
Antique "Griffin" Finial
Located in Malibu, CA
Rare Antique Griffin Finial, Decorative Arts. Ornate detailing appears to be brass or bronze
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Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique "Griffin" Finial
Antique "Griffin" Finial
$495
H 4.75 in W 2 in D 0.75 in
Antique Regency Style Griffin Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
the fireplace of a traditional home looking to add charm and grandeur. The detailed griffins stand
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Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Iron, Metal

Antique Regency Style Griffin Fire Grate
Antique Regency Style Griffin Fire Grate
$10,234
H 30.32 in W 34.65 in D 11.82 in
19th Century Black Gothic Antique Griffin Fire Basket
Located in London, GB
A very powerful antique cast iron Victorian black Gothic fire basket. With Very Unique Andirons
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Antique Early 19th Century English Gothic Revival Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Black Gothic Antique Griffin Fire Basket
19th Century Black Gothic Antique Griffin Fire Basket
$4,244
H 28.25 in W 40.5 in D 16.5 in
Antique French Art Nouveau Cast Iron Hall Tree Mirror Stand attr Alfred Corneau
Located in Philadelphia, PA
heavy cast iron frame, bird and griffin design to sides, removable cast iron shell form drip pan, ornate
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Huge Majestic 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Gothic Revival Fire Grate-Basket
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A very large and Majestic ornately detailed antique 19th century Victorian cast iron fire grate in
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Gothic Revival Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Huge Majestic 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Gothic Revival Fire Grate-Basket
Huge Majestic 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Gothic Revival Fire Grate-Basket
$15,607 Sale Price
20% Off
H 33.67 in W 45.28 in D 25.79 in
Outstanding 19th Century Cast and Wrought Iron Marble Top English Orangery Table
By Coalbrookdale Foundry
Located in Hastings, GB
A stunning tall and elegant garden table of heavy wrought and cast-iron construction, with
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Gothic Revival Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique Regency Style Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An elegant antique Regency style cast iron fire grate decorated with griffin heads and feet, dating
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Antique Late 19th Century Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Regency Style Fire Grate
Antique Regency Style Fire Grate
$7,222
H 19.3 in W 28.35 in D 11.82 in

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Octagonal Granite Table on Cast Iron Griffin Base
Located in Houston, TX
20th century French octagonal table in black granite atop three cast iron griffin legs. Would make
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20th Century French Tables

Materials

Granite, Berlin Iron

Cast Iron Winged Griffin
Located in Round Top, TX
Decorative cast iron winged griffin facade ornament. From a building on Michigan Ave in Chicago.
Category

Vintage 1930s American Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Winged Griffin
Cast Iron Winged Griffin
H 13 in W 3.75 in D 3 in
Cast Iron Winged Griffin
Located in Round Top, TX
Decorative cast iron winged griffin facade ornament. From a building on Michigan Ave in Chicago.
Category

Vintage 1930s American Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Winged Griffin
Cast Iron Winged Griffin
H 13 in W 3.75 in D 3 in
Cast Iron Winged Griffin
Located in Round Top, TX
Decorative cast iron winged griffin facade ornament . From a building on Michigan Ave in Chicago.
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Vintage 1930s American Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Winged Griffin
Cast Iron Winged Griffin
H 13 in W 3.75 in D 3 in
Large French Cast Iron Urn with Griffin Handles, Signed Alfred Corneau
By Alfred Corneau
Located in Woodbury, CT
/green paint and with prominent griffin handles, a demi-lobed body and decorated rim and foot, it is in
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Laurel Pattern Garden Benches with Griffin Cabriole Legs
Located in Cardiff, CA
This is an exceptional pair of cast iron garden benches with beautiful painted patina. Laurel
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Early 20th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Wall light, Griffin Iron Sconce
Located in Summerland, CA
Large iron griffon wall sconce. Handsome winged lion, mythological creature cast in iron. Very well
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20th Century French Gothic Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Wall light, Griffin Iron Sconce
Wall light, Griffin Iron Sconce
H 22 in W 6 in D 15 in
Large Signed Alfred Corneau Cast Iron Vase with Griffin Handles, France, 1900
Located in Hudson, NY
Large Signed Alfred Corneau Cast Iron Vase, France, circa 1900, Griffin Handles.
Category

Early 20th Century French Urns

Materials

Iron

Winged Griffin Façade Ornament
Located in Round Top, TX
Decorative cast iron winged griffin façade ornament from Chicago's Michigan Ave.
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Vintage 1930s American Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Winged Griffin Façade Ornament
Winged Griffin Façade Ornament
H 13 in W 3.75 in D 3 in
Proud Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Griffin Bookends
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A pair of 19th Century architectural cast iron seated griffins on plinths. Now as bookends
Category

Antique 19th Century American Architectural Elements

19th Century Pair Cast Iron Garden Griffins
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Pair 19th century cast iron garden griffins in the seated position. The griffin is a mythical beast
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Antique 19th Century Irish Victorian Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

A Polished Cast Iron Firegrate with Griffin Heads
Located in London, GB
griffin heads. Decorative cast iron fireback behind. An unusual piece. English, 19th century. Width At
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron and Copper Mounted Griffin Andirons
Located in London, GB
A pair of cast iron monopodic winged griffin tool rests or andirons in the heraldic manner each
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Andirons

Materials

Copper, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Winged Dragon Griffin Garden Bench Seat
Located in Toledo, OH
Vintage turn of the century cast iron winged dragon griffin garden bench. Two front side support
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Benches

Materials

Iron

Griffin Andirons, Firedogs
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
We always have 350+ pair of antique andirons - fire dogs in stock that can be ordered on line. See our website for our current stock and prices.
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20th Century French Andirons

Materials

Iron

Griffin Andirons, Firedogs
Griffin Andirons, Firedogs
H 7.49 in W 6.3 in D 14.97 in
Cast Iron Wall Fountain
Located in Stamford, CT
Three tiered cast iron fountain adorned with griffins.
Category

Early 20th Century American Wall-mounted Sculptures

Cast Iron Wall Fountain
Cast Iron Wall Fountain
H 19 in W 31 in D 8.5 in
Italian Half Moon Design Wrought Iron Console Tables with Griffin and Marble Top
Located in Firenze, IT
casted bronze griffin decorations are sculpted in the round, resting on tubular legs ending with paw feet
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze, Wrought Iron

Antique French Gothic Style Griffins Fireback, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful 18th-19th century French Gothic style fireback with two griffins. The griffin is a hybrid
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Antique Early 19th Century French Gothic Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Savonarola Italian Regency Empire Style Cast Iron Griffin Bench Stool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Savonarola Italian Regency Empire style cast iron Griffin bench stool. Item includes cast
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Antique 19th Century European Empire Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair of Heavy Antique Cast Iron Griffins
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Cast iron with black and white paint highlights. Well cast with good proportion. Threaded rods are
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Antique 19th Century Gothic Statues

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Victorian Griffin Cocktail Table Bases
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique set of Victorian 19th century cast iron griffin bases. Solid and heavy cast iron. Unsure of
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Antique 19th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron White Laurel Pattern Griffin Patio, Garden Bench, or Settee
By Coalbrookdale Foundry
Located in St. Louis, MO
Antique heavy cast iron Victorian English garden bench painted white having the Laurel pattern with
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Vintage 1920s British Late Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Victorian Style Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A charming Victorian style polished and graphite waxed cast iron fireplace insert. A generous outer
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Vintage 1940s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Victorian Style Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Victorian Style Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
H 40.08 in W 40.08 in D 3.94 in
Art Deco Gothic Revival Style Bench
By Oscar Bruno Bach
Located in New York, NY
iron sides, with winged griffin motif decoration, and an upholstered seat. Clean, ready to use
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Vintage 1920s American Gothic Revival Benches

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Gothic Revival Style Bench
Art Deco Gothic Revival Style Bench
H 20.5 in W 25 in D 11.75 in
Early American Pair of Cast Iron Griffins
Located in New York, NY
Early American, mid-late nineteenth century, pair of cast iron griffins. Excellent musculature on
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Antique 19th Century American Statues

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Griffin Table
Located in New York, NY
Cast iron 3 legged table with unique legs featuring griffins with claw feet and open mouths. Will
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Antique 19th Century End Tables

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Griffin Table
Cast Iron Griffin Table
H 26.5 in Dm 15 in
CAST IRON GRIFFIN MIRROR
Located in Round Top, TX
Bought in Argentina
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Antique 19th Century Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

CAST IRON GRIFFIN MIRROR
CAST IRON GRIFFIN MIRROR
H 57 in W 39 in D 4 in
CAST IRON GRIFFIN BRACKET
Located in Round Top, TX
With gold paint
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20th Century Argentine Wall Brackets

Materials

Iron

CAST IRON GRIFFIN BRACKET
CAST IRON GRIFFIN BRACKET
H 42 in W 36 in D 3 in
Pair of Cast Iron Griffins
Located in Woodbury, CT
The pair of griffins are each made in halves, joined together with soldering. You can see the
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Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Griffins
Pair of Cast Iron Griffins
H 8.75 in W 14 in D 3.5 in
Pair 19th Century Cast Iron Griffins
Located in New York, NY
American, 19th century, cast iron hitching posts depicting winged griffins. Each griffin is
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Antique 19th Century American Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair 19th Century Cast Iron Griffins
Pair 19th Century Cast Iron Griffins
H 18.25 in W 5 in D 8.5 in
Cast Iron Iron Garden Stand / Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Ornate cast iron table raised upon a griffin - like pedestal with scroll work. The top is
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Antique Late 19th Century American Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Iron Garden Stand / Table
Cast Iron Iron Garden Stand / Table
H 27 in Dm 17 in L 27 in
Pair of Lily Griffin Iron Chairs by Hart
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of American cast iron laurel chairs with griffin leg detail. Manufactured in Atlanta and both
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Chairs

Materials

Iron

Large pair of Arts Crafts cast iron figural andirons
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A substantial pair of Arts&Crafts period heavy cast iron figural andirons with winged griffin
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Early 20th Century Andirons

Griffin Table Lamp with Mica Shade
Located in Pasadena, CA
1920's cast iron table lamp with griffin motif and simple, period mica shade.
Category

Early 20th Century American Table Lamps

French Double Griffin Boot Scraper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Handsome and very high quality cast bronze and iron boot scraper formed by the span of two griffins
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Revival Architectural Elements

Materials

Bronze, Iron

French Double Griffin Boot Scraper
French Double Griffin Boot Scraper
H 9.5 in W 13.5 in D 8.5 in

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1990s Italian Art Nouveau Picture Frames

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Sterling Silver

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Petit-Monsigny Art Deco Ibis Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920
Petit-Monsigny Art Deco Ibis Sculpture Table Lamp, 1920
$10,000
H 14.77 in W 8.27 in D 4.73 in
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20th Century Chinese Ceramics

Materials

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Blue and White Porcelain Tulipiere Vase
Blue and White Porcelain Tulipiere Vase
$1,090 / item
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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Beds and Bed Frames

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Sofas

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Carrara Marble

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French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier
French Art Deco Pendant Chandelier
$9,700
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Located in Chorzów, PL
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Antique wardrobe, France, around 1870.
$3,257
H 102.37 in W 44.1 in D 22.45 in
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This refined and timeless walnut-framed settee was crafted in France, early 20th century, at the rise of Art Deco, bearing transitional features from earlier styles to suit a number ...
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Textile, Walnut

French Art Deco Walnut 
Upholstered Settee
French Art Deco Walnut 
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$2,500
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$2,972
H 101.58 in W 62.6 in D 19.69 in
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Pair of Georgian Style Stone Sphinx Garden Statues
Pair of Georgian Style Stone Sphinx Garden Statues
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H 21.66 in W 38.98 in D 13 in
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Cast Iron Griffin For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cast iron griffin you’re looking for. Each cast iron griffin for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and brass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer cast iron griffin, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each cast iron griffin bearing Victorian, Art Nouveau or Empire hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Cast Iron Griffin?

Prices for a cast iron griffin start at $415 and top out at $18,000 with the average selling for $2,159.
Questions About Cast Iron Griffin
  • 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.