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Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain Black
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

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

Pair of Iron Recumbent Lions
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of American cast iron figures of recumbent lions after Antonio Canova (1757-1822) by J C
Category

Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Statues

Materials

Iron

Antique French Empire Style Cast Iron Pedestal Coffee Side Table Base with Lions
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire style cast iron pedestal small coffee / side table base with lions. Item
Category

Antique 19th Century European Empire Pedestals

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fireplace, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Blackened cast iron fireplace with louvre and lion heads with palmettes and rosette decoration.
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Empire Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

20th Century Cast Iron Vases
Located in IT
Cast iron vases with lions handles, and finely engraved sides from Italy from early 20th century
Category

Antique Early 1900s Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Shizi
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual pair of early 18th century cast iron protective Fu lions with smiles, curled tails and a
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Statues

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Painted Cast Iron Garden Urns, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of monumental 19th century French painted cast iron garden urns with lion and acanthus leaf
Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century French Cast Iron Garden Urns
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 19th century painted French cast iron garden urns with lion heads and rings.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of Enameled Cast Iron "Rouen" Vases
Located in Baambrugge, NL
A pair of enamled cast iron "Rouen" vases with lion heads and blue and manganese decorations in the
Category

Antique 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Marble NeoClassical Urn/Tazza on Iron Base with Lion s Paw Feet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
piece fits into an iron base with lion's paws. The total height is 18.75" x 23.5" wide. The base is
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Marble, Iron

Pair of English Lion Brass Wrought Iron Andirons with Penny Feet, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English Lion face brass and wrought iron andirons with flanking oval rings mounted in the
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Italian Neoclassical Style Iron and Brass Curule Bench with Lions Heads
By Maison Jansen
Located in Houston, TX
Maison Jansen style bench is sold iron with four cast brass lions heads and paw feet. This stunning
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Brass, Iron

18th Century Lions Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Beautiful, one-of-a-kind fireback with pillars of Hercules. The pillar refers to the club of Hercules, his favorite weapon. It symbolizes power. Since antiquity the ‘Pillars of Hercu...
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

A Pair of English Polished Cast Iron Andirons
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive pair of polished cast iron firedogs. The feet with lion's mask to centre
Category

Antique 19th Century British Andirons

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Copper Top Outdoor Garden Bistro Table 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian garden table featuring heavy cast iron base with reticulated floral / lion head
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Marble, Iron

Antique Fireback / Backsplash, Lion and a Snake
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Antique fireback / backsplash, lion and a snake. Nice square cast iron antique fireback
Category

Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Arms of France with Lions Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Fireback with coat of arms of France with lions. Coat of arms of the House of Bourbon, an
Category

20th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century French Chateau Lion Wall Plaque
Located in Hastings, GB
Chateau in France. It is a very heavy cast iron piece. Early 19th century. Measures: 36cm width 39cm
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Fireback Picturing Hercules and the Lion
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French fire back with Hercules and the lion. It was Hercules first task is to kill the
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique French Hercules and the Lion Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
as a tribute to Hercules. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. It is
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique French Hercules and the Lion Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Napoleon III fireback with Hercules and the Lion. It was Hercules' first task
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Monumental Antique Fiske School Classical Garden Urns, Cherubs Lions
By J.W. Fiske Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique set of monumental (large) garden urns in the manner of Fiske offer cast iron
Category

Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Iron

Antique Belgian Bleached Oak Lions Head Coffee Table
Located in High Point, NC
Composed from reclaimed furniture elements, an antique oak table top, and iron claw feet are recast
Category

Antique Early 1900s Belgian French Provincial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Saint Marc and the Lion Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
made of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter. The
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Pair of Black Neoclassical Garden Urns with Lion Mask Decoration
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of handled cast iron Campana garden urns, in black. Each one is raised on a -Inch square base
Category

20th Century American Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Napoleon III Cupid and Lion Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Napoleon III fireback with a cupid riding a lion. The fireback has a natural
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Coat of Arms Fireback with Crown and Lions Regardant
Located in Dallas, TX
This antique cast iron fireback features a coat of arms with a crown and regardant lions. The
Category

Antique 19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

17th-18th Century French Louis XIII Hercules and the Lion Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
tribute to Hercules. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina.    
Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIII Fireplace Tools and Chimney...

Materials

Iron

Antique Monumental Fiske School Classical Garden Urns, Cherubs Lions, 19th C
By J.W. Fiske Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique set of oversized (large) garden urns in the manner of Fiske offer cast iron construction
Category

Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Napoleon III Cupid and Lion Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Napoleon III fireback with a cupid riding a lion. The fireback has a natural
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Set of Six Bronze Lions Head Garden Chairs After Giacometti
By Diego Giacometti
Located in Rio Vista, CA
-white painted frame having patinated cast bronze mounted lion head finials on the arms and the legs
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Late 19th Century Lion Paw Arras Bench
By Arras Foundry
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Late 19th century large Arras garden or conservatory bench, sculptural wrought and cast iron 6
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair of Monumental English Brass Medallion Lion Andirons with Paw Feet, C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of monumental English brass flanking medallion lion andirons with paw feet, early 19th century.
Category

Antique 1820s English George III Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Giacometti Style Wrought Iron Stool with Bronze Finials, Medallions and Feet
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wrought iron stool with cast Bronze lion head, paws and Medallions. The shape and detailing are
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Antique English Edwardian Slatted Garden Bench
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Antique English Edwardian wooden slatted curved back bench with decorative cast iron sides and lion
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Benches

Materials

Iron

17th Century Dutch Louis XIV Coat of Arms Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
17th century Dutch Louis XIV fireback with a coat of arms. The fireback is made of cast iron. It
Category

Antique 17th Century Dutch Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Revolving Ship Chair, England circa 1870
Located in Culver City, CA
Revolving Ship Chair(s) England circa 1870 Mahogany seat on cast iron base with three decorative
Category

Antique 19th Century English Chairs

Materials

Iron

English 19th Century Portable Foot Scraper Pan
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Cast iron 'winged lion' with wings motif foot scraper and pan. Before entering the house one would
Category

20th Century English More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

Terrestrial Globe
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Merzbach & Falk 12" terrestrial globe on cast iron stand with lions faces and paws. In the age of
Category

Antique 19th Century Belgian Globes

Materials

Iron

Small Antique Decorative Fire Back, English Fireplace Reflector, Victorian, 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique decorative fire back. An English, cast iron fireplace reflector with Lion
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Terrestrial Globe Merzback Falk from Brussels from 19th Century Dated 1880
Located in Brussels, Brussels
-Brussels Very elegant terrestrial globe with its cast iron base with three lion heads ending with claw
Category

Antique 19th Century Belgian Napoleon III Globes

Materials

Iron

Pair Of French Tole Garden Planters
Located in Essex, MA
Cylindrical done in the style of the French enameled cast iron garden urns. Gilt lions head ring
Category

Early 20th Century European Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Metal

An Original Paris en Cie Rouen Planter
Located in Baambrugge, NL
French Bleu enamel cast iron cachepots. Two lions heads and 4 claw feet. 2 feet restaureed. H 61
Category

Antique 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Pair of Early Marble Bistro Tables from France, circa 1940
Located in Nashville, TN
Pair of early marble bistro tables from France, circa 1940. Cast iron base with lion feet and
Category

Vintage 1940s European Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Victorian Hall Stand
Located in London, GB
A Victorian cast iron hall stand with lion head detail, seven hooks, and compartment for umbrellas
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Umbrella Stands

Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Northern Chinese Courtyard Door, Hu Tong Culture
Located in PARIS, FR
marble or granite or cast in bronze or iron, these lions were reserved for the wealthy or elite due to
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Furniture

Materials

Stone

Cast Iron Lion and Unicorn
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C cast iron lion and unicorn with original paint. 1860. Unicorn dimensions: 26" W x 4" D x
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Late 19th c. Monumental Cast Iron Lion Wall Mount
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large British cast iron lion wall mount.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Late 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Head Architectural Fragment
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This cast iron lion head, with its original paint surface, once adorned a building in the
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Lions Lamps, circa 1880
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of table lamps made with 19th century French cast iron lions. Wired for US use and in working
Category

Antique 1880s French French Provincial Table Lamps

Materials

Cast Stone

1970s Pair of French Cast Iron Lion Head Water Spouts
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s pair of French cast iron lion head water spouts.
Category

Late 20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Lion Fountain Element or Spout from France, 20th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
a basin or sink, with water cascading from the 1 3/8” diameter opening. Our French cast iron lion
Category

20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Lion Head Wall Ornament Fountains
Located in Stamford, CT
A great looking pair of black painted cast iron lion heads meant to be mounted on a wall as
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Hollywood Regency Cast Iron Lion Bookends with Faux Bronze Patina
By La Maison London
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a pair of cast iron lion bookends with wonder faux bronze patina
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Hollywood Regency Books

Materials

Bronze, Iron

English Cast Iron Lion s Head Garden Passage Barrier. Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
English cast iron lion's head garden passage barrier with original hand wrought chain. Early 19th
Category

Antique 19th Century British George IV Doors and Gates

French, Late 18th, Early 19th Century Neoclassical Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful and very rare Neoclassical cast iron lion fountain head with a great expression, France
Category

Antique 19th Century French 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 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 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 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 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
    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 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 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.