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Adjustable and extendable floor lamp, by Maison Lunel, Paris, France, circa 1960
By Maison Lunel
Located in Paris, FR
Floor lamp with circular base weighted in cast iron and trimmed in black leather, encircled by a
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Austrian Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp Mod. 2097 Pelikan by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
catalogue from 1960.
It is made of a black lacquered iron stand and a black cast iron base. A brass arm can
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
French Antique Black Animal Art Deco Table Lamp, circa 1920s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Antique Art Deco black colored iron table lamp decorated with large birds, small dragons along the
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
$930 Sale Price
20% Off
c1930 Art Deco / Machine Age Copper and Walnut Floor Lamp by FrankArt (signed)
By Frankart
Located in Southampton, NJ
design with spear-like points at the top of the lamp pole. The lamp is marked on the iron lamp weight
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Copper, Iron
Three-arm floor lamp, Éditions Maison Lunel, Paris, France, circa 1950
By Maison Lunel
Located in Paris, FR
, held together in the middle by a brass ring and fixed to a circular black-lacquered cast-iron base set
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron, Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Black Floor Lamp Pink Shade Kalmar 1950 Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
string handle and a black lacquered cast iron clawfoot for a secure standing.
The new lamp shade is
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Floor Lamp Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyö, Finland, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cast iron, brass, lacquered metal and leather.
Rare model.
Alvar Aalto was a Finnish
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
Pair of Signal Table Lamp from Souda, Nickel, Made to Order
By Souda, Shaun Kasperbauer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The signal table lamp is familiar, yet futuristic. From beneath it’s spun metal shade LEDs cast a
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Iron
$3,040 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Signal Table Lamp from Souda, Black and Brass, Made to Order
By Souda, Shaun Kasperbauer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The signal table lamp is familiar, yet futuristic. From beneath it’s spun metal shade LEDs cast a
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Iron
Angelo Ostuni and Renato Forti 399 Floor Lamp in Metal by Oluce 1960s
By Oluce, Angelo Ostuni, Renato Forti
Located in Cascina, Pisa
and cast iron.
The lamp bulb is adjustable in height achieved by a bracket that allows the lamp to be
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
Dominici Floor Lamp, Mid-century Modern Brazilian Design by Enrico Furio, 1950s
By Enrico Furio, Dominici
Located in New York, NY
connoisseurs alike.
1 lamp: E27
1 lamp: E14
Plug: Type C
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Iron
Timberline Table Lamp in Oak and Birch by Mads Caprani for GUBI
By Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
shade allowing users to control the light direction, and a solid cast iron crescent base for stability
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Monumental Postmodern Shogun Floor Lamp by Mario Botta for Artemide Italy 1980s
By Artemide, Mario Botta
Located in Munich, DE
variation of light.
Base executed in cast-iron and shaft in white and black powder-coated metal, the
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
French Neoclassical Urn Form Steel Table Lamp, 19th Century
Located in Stamford, CT
Neoclassical style urn-form steel lamp with brass oval rings on the sides and repousse acanthus
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel, Wrought Iron
Pair of Signal Table Lamps from Souda, Black/Nickel, Made to Order
By Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The signal table lamp is familiar, yet futuristic. From beneath it’s spun metal shade LEDs cast a
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Iron
$2,240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Signal Table Lamps from Souda, White
Brass, Made to Order
By Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The signal table lamp is familiar, yet futuristic. From beneath it’s spun metal shade LEDs cast a
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Iron
$2,240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Floor Lamp with Grass Green Pleated Shades 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
plastic sockets E 27, while the on/off switch is placed at the circular cast iron base.
While the brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Globe D-2000 floor lamp by Frank Ligtelijn for Raak Amsterdam, 1960
s
By Frank Ligtelijn, RAAK
Located in Steenwijk, NL
chromed metal adjustable rod and cast iron tripod base. This model lamp was also made as a table lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
Pair of Tall Bronze Egyptian Revival Candelabra Style Table Lamps C1900
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and very elegant pair of Egyptian Revival Candelabra form table lamps with all new wiring
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Egyptian Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze, Iron
Floor lamp with three swivel heads Royal-Lumière et/ou Lunel, France circa 1955
By Royal Lumière, Maison Lunel
Located in Paris, FR
Rare floor lamp consisting of a black lacquered cast iron base and a black lacquered metal
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Pair of 19th Century Dutch Table Lamps
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pair of 19th Century Dutch cast iron corbles converted into table lamps with lovely original paint
Category
Antique 19th Century Dutch Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Pair of 19th Century European Pricket Conversion Gothic Table Lamps
Located in Lomita, CA
This beautiful pair of hand wrought iron converted lamps once lit the way as pricket candleholders
Category
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,192 Sale Price / set
68% Off
1950s Maison Arlus Floor Lamp in a Hollywood Regency Style
By Arlus
Located in London, GB
1950s brass and bronze floor lamp "model 944" manufactured and edited by Maison Arlus France. (see
Category
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron, Bronze
Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Nun
Brass Table Lamp With Paper Shade
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
lamp is executed in brass with a cast iron base and sculptural hard paper shade by Werkstätte Carl
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Enzo Mari G. Fassina Aggregato Floor Lamp by Artemide Italian design
By Enzo Mari, Artemide
Located in Dronten, NL
Floor lamp Aggregato designed by Enzo Mari and G. Fassina for Artemide.
Smart double ball joints
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
1950s Mid Century Italian Red Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
A fun, cast iron and steel floor lamp with original red enamelled steel shade. Unmarked but likely
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Iron
Pair of Signal Table Lamp from Souda, Black and Brass, Made to Order
By Shaun Kasperbauer, Souda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The signal table lamp is familiar, yet futuristic. From beneath it’s spun metal shade LEDs cast a
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel, Iron
$2,240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Prof. Rouge Ekkehard Fahr, Floor Lamp M60 from the Modular System
By Ekkehard Fahr
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
The floor lamp consists of a black painted round steel plate with support rod made of chrome-plated
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Amazing Mid-Century Modern Three-Flamed Floor Lamp Buds, 1950s, France
By Stilnovo
Located in Munich, DE
, cast iron and opaline glass, the lamp needs 3 x B22 bayonet bulbs, is wired, and in working condition
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Antique Fire Alarm Box Converted Lamp by Gamewell Co., Newton, MA, Circa 1930
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
of Newton, Massachusetts. Cast in iron and finished in its iconic fire-engine red enamel, the piece
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Art Deco J.T.Kalmar Vintage Floor Lamp Neolift Josef Frank Fabric 1946 Vienna
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
colorless lacquered brass. The cast iron base plate shows the stamped number JTK 46. Also the stem is partly
Category
Vintage 1940s Austrian Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
1950s Floor Lamp with Black Opaline Side Table Attributed to Maison Lunel
By Maison Lunel
Located in London, GB
A 1950s floor lamp with two arms in brass, attributed to Maison Lunel France, with an elliptical
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Stephan Copeland Set of Two Desk, Table "Tango" Lamps for Arteluce
By Copeland, Arteluce
Located in Antwerp, BE
the shade green (satin polymer alloy).
Base is painted cast iron, diameter 24 cm for stability.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
$1,329 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Austrian Midcentury Brass and Grey Metal Table Lamp by Hagenauer Vienna
By Franz Hagenauer, Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Karl Hagenauer
Located in Vienna, AT
construction with cast iron foot, the system of brass tubes to provide movement which was patented by karl
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal, Iron
$3,702 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Metal Vintage Floor lamp Ikora by WMF Germany circa 1928
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage floor lamp or uplighter executed by Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik WMF, circa
Category
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Slender Black Table Lamp with Brass details
By Tommi Parzinger, Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Bainbridge, NY
by a weighted Cast Iron underside. With lacquered Brass accents throughout. Original triple Ceramic
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Antique American Banquet Oil Lamp With Hand Painted Font and Brass Filigree Base
Located in New Orleans, LA
hand painted and beautifully bulbous paneled shaped floral base, gilded cast iron filigree base, hand
Category
Antique 1890s American Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Copper, Iron
1980s Koch-Lowy Floor Lamp by Piotr Sierakowski
By Koch
Lowy, Piotr Sierakowski
Located in Oakland, CA
1980s Koch-Lowy floor lamp, cast iron base metal rod stem and adjustable painted aluminum shade
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
A BRUTALIST Lamp Lightning SCULPTURE, Unique Piece by CONTINI, France 1980
By Sylvain Contini
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional table lamp or lightning sculpture, unique piece by artist Samuel Schlosser also
Category
Vintage 1980s French Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Cast Stone, Iron
Pair of 19th Century French Lion Paw Lamps
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A fantastic pair of 19th Century cast iron lion paw lamps.
Repurposed from architectural elements
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
$3,943 / set
Rare
Elegant Mid-Century Modern Brass Piano Lamp or Desk Light Germany 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
and manufactured in 1950s, Germany.
Executed in solid and perforated brass and cast iron, the desk
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Vintage Pair of Industrial Floor Lamps
Located in Madrid, ES
Vintage industrial lamps, in cast iron and chrome metal, the base is a tripod with traces of blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
$1,519 Sale Price / set
41% Off
Rare Bauhaus Table Lamp
Piccolo
by Christian Dell for Bünte
Remmler, 1930s
By Christian Dell, Bünte und Remmler
Located in Munich, DE
BuR 3244.
Executed in dark brown enameled and partly nickel-plated brass, aluminium and cast iron
Category
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Iron
J.J. Pieter Oud Style Black Architects Desk Lamp by Viktoria Lampe, c. 1930
By Viktoria Lampe, J.J. Pieter Oud
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pieter Oud. Featuring adjustable black enameled steel shade and column with sturdy black cast Iron base
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Iron
1800s French Cast Iron Betty Rooster Oil Lamp France
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Fine French handcrafted cast iron Oil Betty Lamp with decorative Rooster 1800s
Known as a 'Betty
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Pair Mid-Century Modern Figural Table Lamps w Triple Horse Heads Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of table lamps by Maitland Smith. Triangular in style with crisp detailed horse heads
Category
Vintage 1960s Philippine Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Iron, Brass
Pair of Gae Aulenti
Livio Castiglioni Trepiù Table Lamps for Stilnovo, 1972
By Gae Aulenti, Livio Castiglioni, Stilnovo
Located in Milan, IT
Rare pair of Gae Aulenti & Livio Castiglioni 'Sistema Trepiù' table lamps for Stilnovo, Italy, 1972
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
$5,696 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Treetops Painted metal floor lamp by Memphis, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
home.
Painted metal floor lamp, cast iron base.
Adjustable light point.
Bulbs included: EU YES / US NO
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
Vintage California Pop Art Pickup Lite Table Lamp by Bill Curry for Design Line
By Bill Curry, Design Line
Located in San Jose, CA
. This pop art table lamp is made of heavy cast iron in a mustard lacquer finish. Features a pressure
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Cast Stone, Metal, Iron
Eastlake Cast Iron Oil Lamp Holder with Mounting Bracket
Located in New York, NY
Black cast iron antique oil lamp holder with decorative Eastlake details. Often used these days as
Category
Vintage 1910s American Eastlake More Lighting
Materials
Iron
$316 Sale Price
20% Off
Rust Cast Iron Clear Glass Sconces Wall Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rust cast iron Sconce, wall lamp with clear glass
Suitable for in and outdoor
Weight : 5.80 kg
Category
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
1930s Bauhaus nickel plated Sistrah table lamp T 2 by Otto Müller yellow shade
By Otto Müller
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare original Sistrah T2 “Megaphos” desk lamp, designed around 1932 by C.F. Otto Müller for Sistrah
Category
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron, Nickel
Frosted Glass Cast Iron Brass Sconces Wall Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Glass sconce / flush mount
metal E14 bulb holder with striped glass shade
cast iron wall mount
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid 20th Century Bridge Floor Lamp with Art Glass Shade
Located in Stamford, CT
An Mid 20th-Century bridge-style floor lamp of decorative brass and cast iron. Bridge lamps are
Category
Mid-20th Century American Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Josef Frank Art Deco Vintage Brass Table Lamp for J. T. Kalmar Vienna circa 1934
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
textile fabric by Svenskt Tenn.
The table lamp consists of brass, cast iron in the base and leather.
The
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Naturalistic Plant Stand Floor Lamp attributed to Salterini
By John Salterini
Located in New York, NY
Stylish wrought and cast iron floor lamp, plant stand, in original faux verdigris finish. This
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
Stilnovo Floor Lamp Red and White Acrylic / Plexi and Marble, Italy, 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Camden, ME
Stilnovo floor lamp, Italy, 1960 with a marble base, three black lacquered rods, red and white
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass, Wrought Iron
$3,450 Sale Price
33% Off
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Cast Iron Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of cast iron lamps for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique cast iron lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and glass. There are 733 antique and vintage cast iron lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 26 modern editions to choose from as well. Cast iron lamps 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 lamps bearing Industrial or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Cast iron lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Elektrosvit, Industria Rotterdam and O.C. White are consistently popular.
How Much are Cast Iron Lamps?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $939, while they’re typically $98 on the low end and $134,486 highest priced.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Cast Iron Lamps
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.
- 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.
- 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.
- Does cast-iron furniture rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 2023To 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 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.
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Vintage Universal Furniture
Cast Iron Pagoda
Antique Cast Iron Oil Lamps
Antique Horse Hitching Post Cast Iron
8 Arm Candelabra
Cast Iron Torch
Green Slag Glass Lamp
Iron Pelican
Lamp Made Of Chain
Pelican Lamp Vintage
Antique Cast Iron Hoppers