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1890s Antique Cast Iron Lion Head in Black Finish from Western MA
Located in New York, NY
1890s antique cast iron lion head done in a black finish. These originally decorated city utility
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Antique 1890s American Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Coalbrookdale Cast Iron Lion Console Table
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English Coalbrookdale cast iron lion console table, circa 1880. A 5cm thick sanded
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Antique 1830s British Console Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

Victorian Painted Cast Iron Lion
Located in Essex, MA
Lying down with yellowish gold paint.
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large Round Antique Pine Centre Table with Original Cast Iron Lions Paw Feet
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderfully understated round pine centre table with a most unusual feature of cast iron lions paw
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Center Tables

Materials

Pine

Amazing Cast Iron Lion Water Fountain
Located in Brooklyn, NY
base. Beautiful design made of cast iron with incredible etched detail. This elegant piece is sure to
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20th Century Renaissance Fountains

Materials

Iron

English Cast Iron, Lion Head Fountain/Planter
Located in Bellport, NY
A cast iron water fountain or planter, showing excellent detail, especially on the lion head
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20th Century English Chippendale Fountains

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Lion Head Water Feature
Located in Hastings, GB
Dating to the latter 19th century this cast iron French wall mounted water feature is wonderfully
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Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Louis XVI Style Cast Iron Lion Wall Fountain
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Patinated Louis XVI style cast iron wall fountain featuring a lion's head motif and swag
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Fountains

Materials

Iron

French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful and rare small cast iron fountain head with a great expression, France, circa 1850-1900
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Fountains

Materials

Iron

French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful cast iron fountain head with a great expression, France, circa 1850-1900. Weathered.
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Fountains

Materials

Iron

French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful cast iron fountain head with a great expression, France, circa 1850-1900. Weathered H
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Fountains

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Lion Door Stop
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Wonderfully regal tousled maned lion doorstop in cast iron, early 20th century, English.
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Early 20th Century English Collectibles and Curiosities

A Cast Iron Lion and Serpent Sculpture After Antoine-Louis Barye.
Located in SANTA FE, NM
A Cast Iron Lion and Serpent Sculpture After Antoine-Louis Barye. An impressively cast figure of a
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Mid-19th Century Figurative Sculptures

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Metal, Iron

Couple French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Heads
Located in Buisson, FR
Wonderful and rare couple of small cast iron fountain heads with a great expression, France, circa
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Fountains

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Iron

Large Pair of Antique English Cast Iron Passant Lion Door Stops
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A handsome pair of cast iron Lion doorstops from the mid-19th century 1850-60. The lions are a
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Architectural Elements

Materials

Cast Stone

Lion Door Stop, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
19th Century Cast Iron Lion Door Stop For sale in this LOT is a rare 19th Century cast iron lion
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Antique 1880s British Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

French, 19th Century, Cast Iron Plateau with Lion Claw Feet
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful cast iron plateau on claw feet with a stunning patina. Great to use for the display of a
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Antique 19th Century French Centerpieces

Materials

Iron

Circa 1890 French Cast Iron Bar de Cheminee with Rampant Guardant Lions
Located in Dallas, TX
metal is called cast iron (or pig iron). This bar de cheminee with rampant guardant lion terminals was
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Antique 1890s French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Iron Brass Figural Roaring Lion Andirons
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
iron and depict rearing and roaring figural lions holding one paw on a brass shield with long flowing
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Andirons

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Brass, Iron

19th Century Qing Chinese Cast Iron Foo Dogs Lions Incense Burners
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Chinese cast iron foo dogs lions incense burners. Late Qing Dynasty. Whimsical packed
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export 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
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Gothic Fountains

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Bronze, Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Garden Urn or Vase with Lion Heads
Located in Buisson, FR
Spectacular French cast iron garden urn or vase with lion heads, France, circa 1850-1900
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Empire Lion Tiger Cast Iron Garden Water Fountain with Pump
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire lion tiger cast iron garden water fountain with pump. Item features cast iron
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Mid-20th Century North American Empire 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
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Late 20th Century Empire Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron 19th Century French Lion Shield Curved Plaques with Patina, a pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From France, a pair of cast iron plaques showing a dancing lion, a five-pointed star, and raised
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Crane Foundry Co C.H. Crane Ship Strongbox Safe with Lions
By Crane
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cast Iron Crane Foundry Co C.H. Crane Ship Strongbox Safe with Lions. Item features a very
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Antique Early 1900s Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Large Pair of Cast Iron Foo Dog Guardian Lion Statue Entryway Garden Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
36" tall pair of stately cast iron Chinese foo dog guardian pedestals. The pair features right
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Statues

Materials

Iron

Antique Lion Paw Doorstop, English, Cast Iron, Brass, Decor, Keeper, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique lion paw doorstop. An English, cast iron and brass decorative door keeper
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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Metalwork

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Brass, Iron

Door Stop Cast Iron, Victorian Lion Serpent Original Green Red Gold
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Victorian, cast iron, door stop with a lion & a serpent, retaining original green, red & gold paint
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Antique 1860s English Early Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage 1930s French Gilded Cast Iron Heraldic Lion Doorstops or Bookends a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of French painted cast iron doorstops or bookends in the form of heraldic lions, circa 1930s
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs of Rampant Lions Resting on Shield
By Alfred Stevens
Located in St. Louis, MO
A wonderful pair of cast iron andirons or fire dogs, painted black and modeled as rampant lions
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Antique 1890s English Beaux Arts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Set of Victorian Cast Iron "Four Seasons" Garden Seat Furniture by Northampton
By Northampton, W. Roberts, The Lion Foundry
Located in Essex, MA
Set of early Victorian Cast Iron "Four Seasons" garden chairs and bench by Northampton, W. Roberts
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Continental Cast and Wrought Iron Heraldic Bearer Modelled as a Winged Lion
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Late 19th century, the left forepaw raised and resting on the upper rim of a shield, on a rectangular backplate.
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Antique Late 19th Century English Statues

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Andiron Lamps with Lions on Plinth Bases, England, circa 1920
Located in Chappaqua, NY
Pair of cast iron andiron lamps with lions on plinth bases, England, circa 1920. Pair cast iron
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

"Le Lion" Multi Fuel Cast Iron Stove by Pied Selle - Art Nouveau Floral Tiles
Located in London, by appointment only
Multi-fuel Stove in superb condition, by Pied Selle with organic art nouveau flower motif tiles, first introduced in 1912. This has been completely restored and is supplied with flu ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Gilt-on-Iron British Rampant Lion Signage
Located in Sheffield, MA
Symbol of English sterling silver, the lion has a screw hole in the front foot and a pair of open
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Two Chinese Guardian Lions in Bronze, Iron, Early 20th Century
Located in Lomita, CA
Two Asiatic Lions -- foo dogs protect the premises in an assembled pair. The smaller female lion
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Doorstop, 19th Century, English, Victorian, Iron, Lion, Paw
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A rope handle above an acanthus leaf stem terminating in a lion's paw foot.  
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Brass

Pair of Ornate Antique Italian Iron Sconces with Lion s Head
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Italian Iron Sconces with brass lion's head in center. Beautifully cast with intricate
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Antique 1890s Italian Baroque Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Iron

Antique Victorian Fiske School Fern Figural Cast Iron Bench Two Chairs c1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian Fiske school garden seating set offers bench and two chairs in cast iron with
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Early 20th Century Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Iron Andirons or Fire Dogs Modeled as Lions after Artist Alfred Stevens
By Alfred Stevens
Located in St. Louis, MO
A wonderful pair of cast iron andirons or fire dogs modeled as lions standing on an integral plinth
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Antique 1890s English Beaux Arts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Lion Door Knocker with Embellished Framework
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece a great deal of character and importance - in cast iron with a wonderful brown tone patinated
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20th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal, Iron

English Lion Door Marker
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English brass 19th century lion door marker, now on a removable museum mount. Perfect for an
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Antique Early 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Georgian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Iron

English Cast Iron Fireback by Thomas Elsley, 19th Century
By Thomas Elsley
Located in Charleston, SC
English Cast Iron Fire back depicting lion and unicorn with family crest by Thomas Elsley. Thomas
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Antique 19th Century British Fireplaces and Mantels

Antique circa 1860 Victorian Cast Iron Bronze Side End Lamp Wine Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning Mahogany topped Bronze and Cast Iron
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Antique 1860s English High Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Mechanical Bank "Lion Hunter, " American Toy, circa 1911
Located in Incline Village, NV
Manufactured in 1911 by the J. & E. Stevens Company in Cromwell, Connecticut, this cast iron
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Vintage 1910s American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Pair of Victorian Lions Head Mirror/Coat Rack Hooks
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
middle, made of cast iron with threaded mounting screw, nut and spacer. The hooks are circa 1890-1910
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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

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

Materials

Iron

Japan Large Garden Cart Lighting Lantern Children Foo Lion
Located in South Burlington, VT
admire at night Japan, this handsome quality old style "garden cart" iron garden lantern is an
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Pair of Monumental Brass Floral Medallion Flanking Lion Andirons, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
flanking lions, scrolled decorative adjacent beaded legs, and resting on step back rectangular plinths with
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Antique 1830s English William IV Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Bookends with Lions from a Monument in Lucerne
Located in Petaluma, CA
These neat bookends are a direct copy of a monument in Lucerne as written on the front. From the workmanship we know for a fact that they are American. We had several pairs of booken...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Bookends

Materials

Iron, Spelter

Au Petit Parisien Lion Stone Top Table, 2000
By Au Petit Parisien
Located in Hamburg, PA
marble slab top over six-leg patinated cast iron base, terminating in lion paw feet with manufacturer's
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Early 2000s French Modern Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

1960s Maison Jansen Style Sculpture Stand Pedestal Lion Head Stone Top Claw Feet
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
. Beautifully crafted bronze lion head with detail brass ornaments and steel cross bars. Cast bronze claw feet
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Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Stone, Brass, Bronze, Iron

Heavy Antique Country House Lion Wall Plaque, English, Decor, Relief, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a heavy antique country house lion wall plaque. An English, cast iron gatehouse decorative
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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Hand Carved Gothic Style Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Bronze Brass Lion Hooks
Located in Lisse, NL
also the beautiful color (or patina) combination of the aged oak and the bronze and brass lion hooks
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Iron

19th Century Metal Table
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
19th century cast iron table base with decorative lions paw feet, with later slate top. This piece
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Antique 19th Century French Tables

Materials

Slate, Iron

1900s American Milk Glass Ice Cream Table with Wood Swing Out Chairs
By Sani Products Company
Located in Peekskill, NY
Vitroglass top. The wood seats are refinished and beautiful. The decorative cast iron legs have lion heads
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

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 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.