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Cast Iron Soldier

Russian cast iron equestrian sculpture of a Cossack soldier
Located in London, GB
Russian cast iron equestrian sculpture of a Cossack soldier Russian, 1872 Height 38cm, width 37cm
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Antique 1870s Russian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Hessian Soldier Figural Cast Iron Sculptures (No back legs included.)
Located in Hyattsville, MD
American. c.1900-1920. Pair of Hessian Soldier Andirons. The cast iron is retaining an exceptional
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Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Firedog Andirons of Soldiers Val D´Osne, 19th Century
By Val D Osne Foundry
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A pair of 19th century French firedogs or andirons in cast iron stamped Val d´Osne. The andirons
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Antique 19th Century French British Colonial Andirons

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fire Back With Soldier on Horseback, Sweden Circa 1760-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Cast iron fire back with soldier wielding sword on horseback and cherub with trumpet. All scratches
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century Iron Door Porters of Scottish Soldier
Located in London, GB
A pair of nineteenth century iron door porters, most likely by the Kenrick Foundry, shown as models
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century Iron Door Porters of Scottish Soldier
Pair of 19th Century Iron Door Porters of Scottish Soldier
$1,743 / set
H 14.97 in W 13.98 in D 3.15 in
Antique French Neoclassical Roman Soldier Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black patina. It is in a good condition and does not have
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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

Antique Fireback; Soldier with Rooster, 19th Century
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Nice little decorative cast iron fireback, 19th century, France. Great condition, to be used in
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Antique 19th Century European Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Fireback; Soldier with Rooster, 19th Century
Antique Fireback; Soldier with Rooster, 19th Century
$488 Sale Price
20% Off
H 17.72 in W 19.3 in D 0.79 in
1940s Hessian Soldiers Andirons
Located in New York, NY
1940s Hessian soldiers cast iron andirons.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

1940s Hessian Soldiers Andirons
1940s Hessian Soldiers Andirons
$1,050 / set
H 16 in W 8.5 in D 21 in
Large French Napoleon III Period Soldiers Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
Early 19th century French Napoleon III Period fireback. This product weighs more than 65 kg / 143 lbs. All our products that weigh 66 kg / 146 lbs or more are shipped as standard d...
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique French Napoleon III Soldiers Fireback / Backsplash, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
19th century French Napoleon III fireback with a group of soldiers. The fireback is made of cast
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Russian iron sculpture of a Cossack horseman
Located in London, GB
This expressive patinated cast iron sculpture depicts a Cossack soldier on horseback. The soldier
Category

Vintage 1910s Russian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Russian iron sculpture of a Cossack horseman
Russian iron sculpture of a Cossack horseman
$8,890
H 15.36 in W 13.98 in D 6.89 in
Antique Fireback Showing the Crimean Battle
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Nice square cast iron fireback displaying a wounded soldier during the Crimean war between the
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Antique 19th Century European Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Fireback Showing the Crimean Battle
Antique Fireback Showing the Crimean Battle
$568 Sale Price
20% Off
H 27.76 in W 27.76 in D 0.6 in

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Cast Iron Models of Toy Soldiers
By Bradley Hubbard
Located in Baltimore, MD
A rare pair of cast iron models of toy soldiers from Bradley and Hubbard Manufacturing Co
Category

Antique 19th Century American Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century Hessian Soldier Form Cast Iron Andirons
Located in Concord, MA
Pair of Hessian Soldier form cast iron andirons. Popular in the 19th century, this pair is
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Andirons

Materials

Iron

Late 19th Century Cast Iron German Umbrella Stand with a Soldier
Located in Raalte, NL
Antique German cast iron umbrella standard with an image of a soldier reloading his rifle and
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Antique Late 19th Century German Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Pair Of 19thc Cast Iron Soldiers Fireplace Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19THC CAST IRON SOLDIERS ANDIRONS/ FOR THE THE FIREPLACE.THESE FULL SIZE ANDIRONS ARE VERY STURDY
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Antique 19th Century American Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Pair of Continental Cast Iron Soldier Statues Mounted on Majolica Bases
Located in Milford, NH
A finely detailed pair of Medieval patinated cast iron soldier statues mounted on round Majolica
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Antique 19th Century European Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Hessian Soldier Cast Iron Andirons
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century Hessian soldier cast iron Andirons.
Category

Early 20th Century Andirons

Materials

Iron

Hessian Soldier Cast Iron Andirons
Hessian Soldier Cast Iron Andirons
H 20 in W 9.5 in D 19.5 in
Americana Hessian Soldier Andirons in Painted Cast Iron
Located in Astoria, NY
Americana Hessian soldier andiron pair in painted cast iron. Wear includes heavy patina to metal
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Figural Scottish Soldier Scotsman Door Stop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Figural Scottish Soldier Scotsman Door Stop weighing Approx 10lbs
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Scottish Soldier Umbrella Stand
Located in New York, NY
Cast iron Scottish soldier is the subject of this umbrella stand from the 19th century. He has a
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Antique 19th Century Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Roman Warriors Soldiers Figures, 19th Century
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of Cast Iron Roman Warriors Soldiers Figures, 19th Century Fantastic quality and great size
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Mounted Objects

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fire Back With Soldier on Horseback, Sweden Circa 1760-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Cast iron fire back with soldier wielding sword on horseback and cherub with trumpet. All scratches
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fire Back With Soldier Mounted on Horseback, Sweden Circa 1760-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Cast iron fire back marked SV & N Konung. Figure of military soldier or possibly royalty on a horse
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Handsome Pair of French Napoleon III Cast Iron Busts of Soldiers
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome pair of a French Napoleon III cast iron busts of soldiers wearing the Legion d'Honneur
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Antique 19th Century French Sculptures

Neo-Gothic Wrought Iron Floor lamp with Soldier in Armor, French, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This Neo-Gothic floor lamp with soldier in armor is made of wrought iron. This is a French work
Category

Vintage 1950s French Gothic Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century French Soldiers Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request, it can be made black/pewter. The fireback is in
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique French Napoleon III Soldiers Fireback, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter. It is in a good
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Fireback / Backsplash with Soldier and Boy, 19th Century
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
French Napoleon III fireback with soldier and boy, 19th century. The condition is good, no cracks
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Confederate Soldier Bookend/Doorstop
Located in San Francisco, CA
Cast iron confederate soldier. Possible a bookend or a doorstop.
Category

Early 20th Century Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron, Finely Detailed Hessian Soldiers, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A wonderful pair of cast iron Andiorns, depicting Hessian soldiers.
Category

Early 20th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Figural Painted Civil War Soldier Drummer Door Stop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Figural Painted Civil War Soldier Drummer Door Stop. Circa Early 1900s
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Statues

Materials

Iron

Antique Harvin 1019 Cast Iron Hessian Soldier Fireplace Andiron Firedogs Poker
By Harvin Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Harvin Company cast iron firedogs / andirons, design number 1019 in the shape of 18th
Category

Early 20th Century Federal Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Iron Hessian Soldier Andirons
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Pair of painted iron Hessian soldier andirons featuring colorful uniforms and hats. Hessians were
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Antique 19th Century English American Colonial Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

Pair of Hessian Soldier Fireplace Andirons
Located in Nantucket, MA
Matched pair of cast iron Hessian Fireplace Andirons. Each depicting a marching soldier in uniform
Category

Early 20th Century American Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Early-Mid 20th c. Hand Carved Italian Marble Bust on Cast Iron Base
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hand carved Italian marble bust of a Roman soldier on cast iron base, circa 1920-1950.
Category

20th Century Italian Busts

Materials

Marble, Iron

Rare Pair of 19th Century Hessian Soldier Bronze Andirons, American Circa 1850
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A rare pair of 19th century Hessian Soldier andirons richly cast in thick gauge bronze, finely
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Pair of Antique American Hessian Soldier Andirons by Virginia Metalcrafters
Located in Forney, TX
A pair of antique American cast iron fireplace andirons, figural Hessian soldier form by Virginia
Category

Early 20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Painted Hessian Soldier Fireplace Andirons
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hessian soldiers from the American Revolutionary War. VICTORIAN CAST IRON PAINTED HESSIAN SOLDIER
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Antique 19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

1800 s Cast Iron Hand Painted Hessian Soldier Andirons
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare cast iron Hessian soldiers figurines andirons. Hand painted.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century French Cast Iron Andirons
Located in Raalte, NL
Set of two old French cast iron andirons depicting a 1wo soldier, 1st half of the 20th century
Category

Early 20th Century French Andirons

Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Hessian Soldier Andirons
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 19th century cast iron Hessian soldier andirons.
Category

Antique 19th Century Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron "Arabian Soldier" Hubley Bookends Great Patina 1930 s
Located in Pasadena, CA
iron "Arabian Soldier" bookends. Expertly crafted in heavy cast iron, these figures are rendered in
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Early 20th Century American Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Pair of Hessian Soldier Figural Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fireplace cast iron andirons in Classic Hessian soldier Silhouette.
Category

Antique Early 1900s Andirons

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Cast Iron Soldier For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cast iron soldier for your home. Each cast iron soldier for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and bronze. If you’re shopping for a cast iron soldier, we have 83 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer cast iron soldier, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A cast iron soldier is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, neoclassical and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cast iron soldier over the years, but those crafted by Ferdinand Barbedienne, Carl Witzmann and Daniel H. Burnham are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Cast Iron Soldier?

A cast iron soldier can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,375, while the lowest priced sells for $168 and the highest can go for as much as $76,500.
Questions About Cast Iron Soldier
  • 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 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 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

    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.