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Antique Cast Iron Horse Hitching Post
Located in San Francisco, CA
A charming and large cast iron hitiching post featuring a Horses head with a bit in its mouth.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Mid 19th Century Cast Iron Hitching Post
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast iron hitching post shaped like a tree branch. It has been mounted to an iron base to make it
Category

Antique 19th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post
Located in Ferndale, MI
A fantastically weathered antique cast iron horse head originally used as a hitching post top. It
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Based Post Card Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique cast iron base post card stand.
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron, Metal

Cast Iron 19th Century Horse Head Hitching Post
Located in Sheffield, MA
. Pictured in Horsing Around, 19th Century Cast Iron Hitching Posts, Collection of Phil and Bunny Savino
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Iron

16 Early 20th Century Cast Iron Lamp Post Bases
Located in New York, NY
Are you looking for eight pairs of cast iron lamp post bases? Well, here they are. Great early
Category

Early 20th Century American Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

Identical 19th Century Cast Iron Hitching Post Horse Head
Located in Sheffield, MA
Unusually large and well defined, this rare pair shows great detail in the casting of the mane and facial features. Could be mounted outside on stone pillars or used as strong accen...
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Iron Dog Hitching Post
Located in New York, NY
Cast iron dog hitching post. A dog watching over the horse made sense for an early hitching post
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1880 s Iron Gas Newel Post Dragon Light
Located in Minneapolis, MN
'. Its casting is magnificent and magical! This fixture comes complete with its original cast iron base
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Antique 1880s American Victorian More Lighting

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Head
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th century large scale cast iron hitching post horse head with original age cracked and dry
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Cement and Iron Dog Tables
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Postmodern style cast cement dog shaped side tables on plinths with iron tails that double
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cement

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

Materials

Iron

Tapered Post Iron Four Poster in Blue and Brass Bed
Located in Wrexham, GB
This tapered post iron and steel four-poster bed bed has been hand-painted in textured blue. The
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Iron

1960s-1970s 2 French Cast Iron Door Fences with Vases and Flowers
Located in Raalte, NL
A pair of 2 vintage French door fences or grills and they are both decorated with a vase and flowers, both in a good but used condition. Originating from the 1960s and 1970s. The ...
Category

20th Century French Post-Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Mid-Victorian Cast Iron Half Tester Bed - MHT2
Located in Wrexham, GB
posts support cast iron panels of decorative design. The tall back posts support a canopy from which
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Iron, Steel

Set of Three Iron Fence Post Toppers, Probably American, 19th Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Three cast iron fence post tops with original black paint and excellent patina, now mounted on
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Horse Tail Hitching Post
Located in New York, NY
Cast iron hitching post for tying down the horse in earlier days. Striated stepped form with
Category

Antique 19th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

Lawn Jockey Hitching Post
Located in New York, NY
American, early 20th century cast iron lawn jockey hitching post.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Salesman s Sample Hitching Post
Located in New York, NY
Rare cast iron miniature horse head hitching post with old paint. Finely detailed cast iron form
Category

Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare Swan Hitching Post
Located in New York, NY
Graceful swan's neck cast iron hitching post with elegant form made for tying up the horse. The
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Bulldog Hitching Post
Located in New York, NY
Cast Iron Bulldog Hitching Post. 19th Century. New England Origin. on a base that is 12" x 12".
Category

Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Hans Von Klier Italian Grey Coffee Table with Laminate Tray Top Cast Iron Base
By Zanotta, Hans Von Klier
Located in Mornico al Serio ( BG), Lombardia
Klier to Zanotta in the 1990. It has a base in cast-iron, anthracite colour; a replex cone element in
Category

1990s Italian Post-Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Laminate

Zinc-top farm table w/antique cast iron street lamp base
Located in Stamford, CT
One of a kind custom table made from antique cast iron street lamp posts as the base with an extra
Category

Antique 19th Century American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Lion Newel Post from the Wrigley Mansion, Chicago, IL
Located in Round Top, TX
The original cast iron lion newel post from the exterior staircase at the entrance to the historic
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Iron-gate Finials from Tuxedo Park NY
Located in Stamford, CT
Offered here is pair of cast-iron finial posts from a very elaborate cast iron gate to an entrance
Category

Antique 19th Century American Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Extendable Quadritonda Dining Table by Roberto Barbieri for Zanotta
By Zanotta, Roberto Barbieri
Located in Cologne, DE
consists of black painted wood. The base is made of black painted cast iron. Measure: The height 74 cm.
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Bed in Black Mk253
Located in Wrexham, GB
Cast iron and brass bedstead in black with substantial side posts, attractive cast iron mouldings
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Iron

Industrial Easel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1910 industrial easel with cast iron base, adjustable vertical height post and full tilting
Category

Early 20th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Antique Clothes Rail
Located in Lancashire, GB
outfitters or ladies boutique. A rare find and very high quality. The ornate base is cast iron with the
Category

Antique 19th Century English Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron, Copper

HORSE HEAD TERRA COTTA BUILDING ADORNMENT MOUNTED ON STAND
Located in Solebury, PA
fluted lamp post and a cast iron ship's wheel, along with a newly designed iron "saddle: to accomodate
Category

Antique 19th Century American Architectural Elements

Gigantic Humble Oil Porcelain Pole Sign, circa 1950
Located in Portland, OR
is presented atop a short 12" rod (all that's left of its original cast iron post). An ideal addition
Category

Vintage 1950s Industrial Signs

Materials

Porcelain

Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post
Located in Southampton, NY
An American cast iron horse head hitching post with two iron rings on a circular lobed capital over
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Antique Late 19th Century American Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Pair of Late 19th Century Cast Iron Horse Head Post Toppers
Located in Cookeville, TN
Pair of cast iron horse head post toppers to enhance your decor, either inside or out. They are
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Antique American Post Office Scale with Fishtail Base of Cast Iron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Michigan, USA. The base is shaped like a fishtail in heavy cast iron with a tray, arm, and counter weight
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

A Rare Pair Of Late C19th American Cast Iron Jockey Tethering Posts
Located in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire
A rare pair of late C19th American cast iron jockey tethering posts, the jockeys dressed in silks
Category

Antique 19th Century American American Craftsman Statues

Pedestal Lamp Posts
Located in Hudson, NY
19th century cast iron exterior lamp posts, as found on municipal or mansion pedestals flanking the
Category

Antique 19th Century American Floor Lamps

Antique Hitching Posts with Horse Heads
Located in Long Island, NY
A pair of antique cast iron hitching posts, with horse heads and double rings on both. The posts
Category

20th Century American Folk Art Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Indoor Croquet Set
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th century, indoor croquet set with case, two 10 inch end posts with cast iron weights, ten
Category

Antique 19th Century Games

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Posts For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cast iron posts available for sale. Each of these unique cast iron posts was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and stone. There are all kinds of cast iron posts available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Cast iron posts are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Folk Art and Industrial styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Angelo Ostuni, Arcana and Cutler Mail Chute Co. each produced beautiful cast iron posts that are worth considering.

How Much are Cast Iron Posts?

Prices for cast iron posts start at $175 and top out at $19,800 with the average selling for $2,790.
Questions About Cast Iron Posts
  • 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 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

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 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 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 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, 2023
    To 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.