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PAIR of cast iron lion s foot etageres
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Superb cast iron etageres with lion's paw base, original wood shelving, cast iron fittings, stamped
Category

Early 20th Century French Shelves

Materials

Iron

French, 19th Century Empire Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful Empire cast iron fountain head with a great expression, France, circa 1800-1850
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Fountains

Materials

Iron

Classical Figural Painted Cast Iron Lion Wall Planter, 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Classical wall planter offers painted cast iron construction with lion mask crest over melon form
Category

20th Century Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of Victorian Cast Iron Lion Form Well Heads
Located in Essex, MA
Heavily cast with traces of old gilding and paint. Likely mounted on a fountain or building.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Fountains

Vintage Cast Iron Lion Garden Sculpture with Aged Verdigris Finish
Located in Round Top, TX
This vintage iron lion sculpture has commanding presence due to the attractive verdigris finish
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Classical Antique Cast-Iron Lion-Mask Garden Pedestals for Planters
Located in Shippensburg, PA
cast-iron garden pedestals feature powerful Lion-mask motifs on all sides surrounded by an ovular
Category

Early 20th Century Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Lion Base Blue Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
a solid cast iron base with Lion head detailing A very good looking and decorative chair, the
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Rare cast iron etagere
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Impressive shelving unit with cast iron lion's paw base, stamped Toulouse, with bleached oak planks.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Shelves

Materials

Iron

19THC LION CUT CAST IRON DOG DOOR STOP IN ORIGINAL BLACK PAINT
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC ORIGINAL BLACK PAINTED CAST IRON LION CUT DOG DOOR STOP. THIS IS VERY RARE FORM AND IS IN
Category

Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare cast iron and oak etagere
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Impressive shelving unit with cast iron lion's feet, stamped Toulouse, with bleached oak planks.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Shelves

Materials

Iron

FANTASTIC 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED LION CAST IRON DOOR STOP
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED CAST IRON LION DOOR STOP FROM NEW ENGLAND.THE PATINA IS WONDERFUL AND THE
Category

Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century, Cast Iron Furniture Feet, Set of 2
Located in Ross, CA
19th Century cast iron lions paws furniture feet. Often used for a table, dresser or side cabinet
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Baroque Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

20th Century Quartet of Cast Iron, Reeded Brass Lion Paw Table Lamps
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A matching quartet of table lamps, composed of cast iron lion paws, brass reeded stems with modern
Category

20th Century English Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Lion s Head Wall Plaque
Located in Buchanan, NY
Very handsome cast iron lion's head wall plaque with a nice bronze patina in 1/4" metal.
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Antique Lion s Mask Door Knocker
Located in London, GB
A large antique cast iron lion’s mask door knocker, early nineteenth century c.1800-1820, with
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

George III Wrought and Cast Iron Door Knocker
Located in London, GB
A George III wrought and cast iron lion’s mask door knocker, c.1780-1800, with new strike plate
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Heraldic Lion Doorstop, English, Cast Iron Door Keeper, Victorian, 1890
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique heraldic lion doorstop. An English, painted cast iron door keeper, dating to the
Category

Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Iron

Antique French Fountain
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Wonderful antique cast iron lion's head fountain with coat of arms, from Provence, France.
Category

Early 20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Monumental Stone Garden Dining Table
Located in Culver City, CA
Massive stone table with cast iron lion claw feet holding up the massive stone top
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Stone, Iron

Carved Limestone Wall Fountain
Located in Washington, DC
A Carved Limestone Wall Fountain With Tree Motif and a Cast Iron Lion Head Spout.
Category

20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Limestone, Iron

Long Iron Console Table with Bluestone Top
Located in Houston, TX
upon a neoclassical style forged-iron console base. Finished with cast iron lion's paw feet
Category

Antique 1850s French Provincial Console Tables

Materials

Stone, Iron

A Handsome Pair of 19th C. English 43" Tall Cast Iron Seated Lions, Quite Heavy!
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English sitting lions of cast-iron from the 19th century on stands. This antique pair of
Category

Antique 19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of English Georgian Door stops
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English Georgian polished cast iron lion door stops with original supports. When aquired
Category

Antique 19th Century English Doors and Gates

Pair of Rare Antique Cast Iron Braziers
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
embellished with four lion heads, supported on an intricate wrought iron structure, terminating in large cast
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Garden Ornaments

Materials

Aluminum, Iron, Wrought Iron

Faux Marble Painted Tramp Art Cabinet
Located in High Point, NC
intricate carved moulding, resting on cast iron lions head feet. An impressive space defining piece.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Folk Art Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Pride of Lions
Located in Greenwich, CT
A collection of four lions: Smallest: Painted tan and brown lion English cast iron lion
Category

Antique 19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware

Early Arras Orangery Chair
By Arras Foundry
Located in Faversham, GB
superb age-related wear throughout. The chair displays all its original cast iron lion paw feet and
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Very large Belgian Bluestone Wall Fountain with Pool Surround
Located in Baambrugge, NL
materials and an antique Pool Surround. A cast iron Lion head Gargoyl in the centre of two sculpted Relief
Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Stone

Large Set of Cast Iron Garden Lions
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Two large resting lions on cast iron base with worn original colors of yellow.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Statues

Materials

Iron

A Pair of Cast Iron Recumbent Lions
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of substantial cast iron recumbent lions with faces reminiscent of Maurice Sendak
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Lion s Head Fountain Mask Cast Iron 17th Century
Located in MILL, NL
Cast iron fountain mask of lion's head. Originating from France, 17th century. On black custom
Category

Antique 17th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Victorian Painted Cast Iron Reclining Lion
Located in Essex, MA
Seated painted brown with black mane. Possibly made as a doorstop.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Architectural Cast Iron Recumbent Lion Doorstop, circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique architectural doorstop features black painted cast iron passive recumbent lion, circa 1890
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Jardiniere with Lion Head Handles
Located in Washington, DC
A cast iron jardinière with lion head handles in two pieces.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Unicorn and Lion
Located in Brecht, BE
Great decorative objects, wonderful patina, the unicorn and lion are the Arms of Dominion, the
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Recumbent Lion Doorstop, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
. Made from heavy cast iron. Dating from the late 19th century, circa 1880 in date. Probably English
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Circa 1890 Round Cast Iron Haussmann Building Plaque with Lion Mascaron
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron building plaque with would have been affixed to the side of a Haussmann building in
Category

Antique 1890s French Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Large Cast Iron German Empire Lions, circa 1870
Located in Gloucester, GB
Large cast iron German Empire lions, circa 1870 - Price is for the pair - Cast iron with
Category

Antique 1870s German Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Victorian English Cast Iron Door Stop with Lion s Head Motif
Located in Surrey, BC
Charming Victorian cast iron door stop, circa 1890, England. Lovely patina with a regal tousled
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage White Cast Iron Campana Lion Mask Urn Planters, a Pair
Located in Sheridan, CO
A pair of cast iron campana-form garden urn planters, in a white painted finish, having egg and
Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century, English Cast-Iron Recumbent Lion Mantle Garniture
Located in Nantucket, MA
Pair of 19th century English cast-iron mantle ornaments in the form of recumbent lions in opposing
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Cast Iron Poly Chromed Sitting Lions, Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English cast iron poly chromed sitting lions. Mid-19th century.
Category

Antique 1840s English William IV Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Patinated Black Cast Iron Fountain with Lion Head
Located in Dallas, TX
Bring the grand elegance of the Loire Valley into your home with this antique, Gothic iron fountain
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Fountains

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Au Petit Parisien "Lion" Cast Iron Ottoman with Tufted Leather Top
By Au Petit Parisien
Located in Chicago, IL
Contemporary French "Lion" Cast Iron Ottoman with button tufted leather top by Au Petit Parisien
Category

Early 2000s French Regency Ottomans and Poufs

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Urns with Lion Heads
Located in Charleston, SC
circular foot; the planter features a flared rim with garton design and lion head handles. Large drainage
Category

Antique 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Vase with Lion Head Handles and Gardroons, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
A timeless vase with lion head handles and gadrooning, this cast iron vasque de jardin was created
Category

Antique 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron French Empire Style Planter Pots with Lion Heads
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of antique cast iron French Empire style planter pots with lion heads. Items feature lion
Category

Mid-20th Century American Empire Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of Italian Cast Iron Urns with Women and Lions Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of massive Italian antico green cast iron urns with fluted decorations, women and lions
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Urns

Materials

Iron

Tudor Revival Cast Iron Fire Back, Royal Crest, Lion, Greyhound, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
crest supported by lion and greyhound, Victorian, circa 1890. Heavy fire back in cast iron with a
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Classical Cast Iron Figural Urn Garden Planter Pots w Lions and Foliate, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage classical cast iron figural urn garden planter pots with lions and foliate - a pair. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century American Classical Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Antique French Empire Napoleonic Table Lamps Lion Paws Cast Iron a pair
By Chapman Manufacturing Company, Stiffel, Edward F. Caldwell Co., Frederick Cooper, Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
: Cast iron, silk, beads Origin French 1900 - 1920s Condition : ver good Light E27 max 60w Tall and heavy
Category

Vintage 1910s French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Painted Cast Iron French Vases with Lions Mask Handles, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
From France, these graceful, painted, cast iron urns have fabulous lions mask handles with rings in
Category

Antique 19th Century French Vases

Materials

Iron

Monumental Antique Covered Cast Iron Urns on Plinths and Lion Head Handles, Pair
Located in West Hartford, CT
Magnificent monumental antique covered extra large cast iron urns on plinths with lion head handles
Category

Antique 1850s English Urns

Materials

Iron

Antique French Empire Brass and Cast Iron Fireplace Log Holder with Shield Lions
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French empire brass and cast iron fireplace log holder with shield lions. Item features
Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass

Cast Iron Downspouts with Lions Face Details Late 19th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of lion downspouts with fabulous lion face as main detail.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Architectural Elements

cast iron console
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A console table comprised of two ornate lion-theme cast iron legs and stretcher with an oak top
Category

Antique 19th Century American Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain (Black). Item features
Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Lion For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cast iron lion you’re looking for. Each cast iron lion for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and brass. Your living room may not be complete without a cast iron lion — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right cast iron lion, those designed in Victorian, Neoclassical and Georgian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cast iron lion over the years, but those crafted by Alfred Corneau, J. E. Stevens Co. and Northampton, W. Roberts, The Lion Foundry are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Cast Iron Lion?

A cast iron lion can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,719, while the lowest priced sells for $190 and the highest can go for as much as $28,000.
Questions About Cast Iron Lion
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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.