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Pair of 19th Century English Cast Iron Chairs
Located in Hudson, NY
a very handsome pair of English cast iron chairs, circa 1881, with beautiful patterns in the cast
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Chairs

Set of Four Cast Iron Swivel Bar Stools
Located in Pasadena, CA
Set of four cast Iron bar stools. "Red/orange leatherette upholstery. Antiqued ivory-painted cast
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

A pair of black cast iron adjustable stool
Located in New York, NY
French cast iron industrial stool.Black patina finish iron.Adjustable heigth. Can be sold
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20th Century French Stools

Pair of Gilded Cast Iron Bamboo Arm Chairs
By Drexel
Located in Baltimore, MD
Pair of gilded cast iron arm chairs with bamboo styling by Drexel.
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Vintage 1960s American Armchairs

Cast iron and teak garden bench, c. 1900
Located in Norwalk, CT
Cast iron and teak garden bench, c. 1900, with several layers of old paint showing through on the
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Early 20th Century Indian Benches

Exceptional Set of 4 Cast Iron Folding Chairs.
Located in New York, NY
American, late 19th century, cast iron, hinged and pierced construction folding chairs. Extremely
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Antique 19th Century American Chairs

Pair of Modern Classicism benches in cast iron by Folke Bensow
By Folke Bensow
Located in New York, NY
design a number of cast iron models including urns and furniture. Among the winners were architect Folke
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Early 20th Century Swedish Benches

Materials

Iron

Antique Industrial Cast Iron Schoolhouse Chair
Located in Hudson, NY
this graceful and organic form is a rare example of industrial revolution era manufacturing in the USA.
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Antique 19th Century American Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Cast Iron and Teakwood Ornamental Chair from Rail Road Stations
Located in Houston, TX
Chairs like these were cast in old foundries in Calcutta and were extensively used in colonial rail
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Vintage 1950s Indian Anglo Raj Chairs

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Iron

Set of Six Ferrari Red Cast Iron Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of Six Ferrari Red Cast Iron Chairs; custom made
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20th Century American Dining Room Chairs

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Iron

Early 20th Century Pair of Cast Iron and Wood Garden Benches
Located in Mount Pleasant, SC
Scrolling supports with bird design joined by wood slats
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Early 20th Century North American Benches

Materials

Iron

19th c French Cast Iron Daybed with Matress Cushions
Located in LAGNES France,, Other
Pierced cast iron in foliage pattern, leaves and flowers. Original castors. refurbished sprung
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Antique 19th Century French Daybeds

English 19th Century Patinated Cast Iron and Wooden Bench
Located in London, GB
An English 19th Century Patinated Cast Iron and Wooden Bench circa 1860-1880
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Antique Late 19th Century Benches

English 19th Century Patinated Cast Iron and Wooden Bench
Located in London, GB
An English 19th Century Patinated Cast Iron and Wooden Bench circa 1860-1880
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Antique Late 19th Century Benches

Pair of Turn of the Century Cast Iron Benches
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Turn of the Century Cast Iron Benches with Wooden Slates. Painted white. Unusual
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Early 20th Century Benches

1960 s Set of 6 French Tubular Cast Iron Chairs
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Set of 6 French Tubular Cast Iron Chairs. Newly Upholstered.
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Vintage 1960s French Side Chairs

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Iron

Antique French Cast Iron and Wood Armchair, circa 1880
Located in Culver City, CA
The iron work on this antique garden chair is crafted to resemble branches, combined with the worn
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chairs

Antique French Wood and Cast Iron Bench, circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
, retaining its original green paint, worn with a natural patina of age and use. Supported on iron legs
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Antique Early 1900s French Benches

Feders of Mexico Gilt Wrought Iron and Cast Glass Ottomans
Located in Newburgh, NY
Uphostered in Mongolian lamb, the stools are made of wrought iron, gilt and feature 6" cast glass
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs

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Wrought Iron

Small Buttoned Black Leather Carriage Sofa on Cast Iron Legs
Located in Noord-Brabant, NL
serve as the drivers chair on a carriage. After removal, it has been placed on cast iron legs
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Early 20th Century Belgian Sofas

Materials

Leather

Set of 6 cast iron industrial stools by Issac Singer
Located in San Francisco, CA
Set of 6 cast iron and wood stools by Issac Singer - Paris New-York 1920
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Early 20th Century French Stools

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Wood

Antique Campaign Daybed Fold Out Chair Cast Iron Casters Victorian
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
A fabulous 19th century and later, Campaign fold out daybed chair, black cast iron frame with green
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Daybeds

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Metal

Antique Wood and Cast Iron Bench from Sweden, circa 1925
Located in Culver City, CA
Cast by Nafvequarns Bruk and shown in the Swedish pavilion at the Paris World Expo, 1925.
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Benches

Cast Iron Sculptural Palm Leaf Dining Chairs, Set of 6
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of six heavy cast iron patio dining chairs feature a sculptural palm leaf motif. Deep gloss
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Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs

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Iron

STAMPED COALBROOKDALE CAST IRON LILY OF THE VALLEY GARDEN BENCH
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
Arched back and sides pierced with lilies-of-the-valley above a wooden slatted seat, on conforming legs, stamped C-B-DALE CO, and with diamond design patent registration stamp
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English Benches

A Curved Cast Iron Pair of Chairs in Laurel Leaf Pattern
Located in London, GB
A 20th Century Curved Cast Iron Pair of Chairs in Laurel Leaf Pattern by American Foundry Hart
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20th Century American Chairs

A Pair of Mid-20th Century Cockpen Cast Iron Garden Chairs
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Mid-century painted cast iron garden armchairs in the Chinese Chippendale Cockpen manner
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Vintage 1950s English Chairs

SET OF SIX IRON CHAIRS
Located in Solebury, PA
Iron chairs with decorative loop design back, front cabriole legs and woven seat platform. They
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20th Century Swiss Chairs

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Iron

A Victorian Garden Bench with Cast Iron Ends in a Fern Pattern
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Garden Bench with Cast Iron Ends in a Fern Pattern
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Antique 19th Century English Benches

A Theo A. Koch Enamel and Chromed Cast Iron Barber Chair
Located in Riverdale, NY
with adjustable headrest above a padded reclining back adjustable arms and swivel seat with adjustable leg rest on a spreading circular base. the foot rest and swivel foot rest eache...
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Early 20th Century American Chairs

Pair of Cast Iron Chairs by Folke Bensow for the Näfveqvarns Bruk
By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Modern Classicism Trädgårdsmöbeln N:2 chairs in painted cast iron with lacquered wood
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Chairs

Mid-Century Iron Bench
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Classic design iron bench. Newly upholstered in off white linen. Iron frame has
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Benches

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Iron

Trädgårdsmöbeln N:2 Benches in Cast Iron by Folke Bensow for Nafveqvarns Bruk
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Folke Bensow
Located in New York, NY
design a number of cast iron models including urns and furniture. Among the winners were architect Folke
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Benches

Pair of Benches in Cast Iron by Folke Bensow for the Näfveqvarns Foundry
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Folke Bensow
Located in New York, NY
designers outside of the company to create new models to be cast in iron, including urns and furniture. Thus
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Benches

1920 s Spanish Revival Iron Bench
Located in Pasadena, CA
Velvet covered iron bench with nicely designed legs and stretcher. Low design is perfect under a
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Early 20th Century American Benches

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Wrought Iron

Cast Metal Italian Window Seat
Located in Bournemouth, GB
A decorative cast metal designer Italian window seat Circa 20th Century
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Vintage 1960s Italian Stools

Materials

Iron

Bespoke Footstool / Ottoman with Antique Cast Iron Legs and Vintage Crewel Work
Located in Tetbury, GB
Beautiful bespoke made footstool / ottoman. A unique piece based around 4 cast iron legs, a
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2010s British Victorian Ottomans and Poufs

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Iron

Rare Pair of Cast Iron and Wood Garden Benches End of 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
A PAIR OF BEAUTIFUL CASTIRON AND WOOD GARDEN BENCHES LATE 19th CENTURY FROM A PRIVATE FRENCH GARDEN IN CHAMPAGNE AREA , AMAZING TIME PATINA AND STRONG WOODEN SLATES DIM= 170 X HB 97...
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Antique 19th Century French Benches

Materials

Wood

Stunning English Coalbrookdale Cast Garden Bench
By Coalbrookdale Foundry
Located in Donhead St Mary, Wiltshire
A stunning and rare English cast iron garden bench made by the Coalbrookdale Foundry, pattern no.71
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Antique 1880s English Benches

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Iron

Dutch Theo Ruth chair original fabric 1960 s cast-iron legs
Located in LA Arnhem, NL
Dutch designer Theo Ruth for Artifort, eye catcher for the living-room.
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Slipper Chairs

1950s Pair of Salterini Circus Style Draped Wrought Iron Chairs
By John Salterini
Located in West Reading, PA
This is a pair of white enameled-iron chairs from Salterini’s “Circus” Collection, ca. mid-1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Side Chairs

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Enamel, Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique Children s School Bench, circa 1900
Located in Freiburg, DE
similar benches. The frame is made of cast iron. It was woodworm treated (non-toxic).
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Antique Early 1900s Benches

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Iron

Curved Green Mohair Bench c. 1920 s
Located in Pasadena, CA
Beautiful 1920's cast iron bench with gentle curve, recently reupholstered in green mohair with
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Early 20th Century American Benches

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Wrought Iron

Industrial Singer Workshop Stool
Located in Ulft, Gelderland
Industrial workshop stool by Singer. Heavy cast iron base with solid oak top. Made in France during
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Vintage 1920s French Stools

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Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Table with Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th Century American cast iron table with swivel seating. Distressed marble top. Lions faces
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Antique 19th Century American Game Tables

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Marble, Iron

Folke Bensow, Bench "N°2" Näfveqvarns Bruk, circa 1925
By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in Berlin, DE
A cast iron and oak bench by Folke Bensow ( 1886-1971) Manufactured by Näfveqvarns Bruk in Sweden
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Benches

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Iron

Folke Bensow, Bench "N°2" Näfveqvarns Bruk, circa 1925
By Folke Bensow, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in Berlin, DE
A cast iron and oak bench by Folke Bensow (1886-1971). Manufactured by Näfveqvarns Bruk in Sweden
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Benches

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Iron

Vintage Pommel Horse, 1950s
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
a cast iron base which is adjustable. This item was recovered from a soviet school. It would
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Vintage 1950s Russian Industrial Benches

Materials

Iron

Garden Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A cast iron bench, modeled in the style of MADELEINE CASTAIGNE.
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Settees

Materials

Wrought Iron

Metal Daybed for Interior or Exterior Use
Located in Houston, TX
Faux painted sides daybed with cast ornamentation and front rail. Suitable for many rooms in
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Daybeds

Materials

Iron

Kiss The Architect ‘Margaret 2018 Chair Modern Art Brass Leather Side Purple
Located in London, GB
of a grey coated iron tubular frame on four bronze casted flame feet, with exotic ostrich skin
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2010s British Minimalist Chairs

Materials

Bronze, Iron

20th Century French Faux Bois Wood Garden Bench
Located in Carmel, CA
-carved with original paint, and cast iron frame resembling branches.
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20th Century French Renaissance Revival Benches

Materials

Iron

Wingback Fiberglass Chair by Lawrence Peabody for Selig
By Lawrence Peabody
Located in Los Angeles, CA
through American Atomic Age Modernism; a single fiberglass shell held by a sleek wrought iron frame
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Saarinen Style Tulip Base Stools
By Burke, Inc., Eero Saarinen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Beautiful pair of Eero Saarinen style tulip base stools made by Burke in the 50's. Early Arkana base, stamped on underside and fully restored with new foam and neutral beige upholst...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Iron

Maison Jansen Style Curule Bench with Swan Heads
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic Maison Jansen style bench is very much in the French Empire Revival look with its Curule-form, black frame and polished brass swan head and medallions. Note: T...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Empire Revival Benches

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Brass, Iron

Vintage Garden Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Powder coated wrought iron vintage garden furniture, in beige. Suite includes three seat sofa
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Mid-20th Century French Belle Époque Living Room Sets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Four Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Dining Chairs, circa 1965
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Set of four early Eero Saarinen for Knoll tulip dining chairs with original navy blue wool seat cushions. Chairs are in excellent vintage condition with very little wear. Cushions ar...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Seating For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of cast iron seating on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and wood. If you’re shopping for a piece of cast iron seating, we have 351 options in-stock, while there are 19 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of cast iron seating — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A choice in our collection of cast iron seating made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Pierre Guariche, Folke Bensow and J.M. Szymanski each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of cast iron seating that is worth considering.

How Much is a Cast Iron Seating?

Prices for a piece of cast iron seating start at $199 and top out at $39,500 with the average selling for $2,312.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Cast Iron Seating
  • 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 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 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

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 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 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
    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 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.