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American Art Deco Wrought Iron Sculpture of Nude Female, ca. 1920’s
Located in New York, NY
American Art Deco Nude Female Wrought Iron Sculpture ca. 1920’s DIMENSIONS Height: 13 inches
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Victorian Brass Knob and Bevelled Iron Paperweight, England 1840 s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Rectangular Solid Bevelled Iron and Brass Knob Paper Weight, Mid 19th Century. This truly charming
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Paperweights

Materials

Brass, Iron

M H Baillie Scott, Style of. A Tall Arts Crafts Cast Iron Decorative Fireplace
By Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott
Located in London, GB
M H Baillie Scott, in the style of. A tall Arts and Crafts fireplace with stylised swirling floral decoration to the top flanked by rising columns with ying yang and bead decoratio...
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

PAIR OF VICTORIAN STYLE VINTAGE CAST IRON DECORATIVE 153CM LONG GARDEN CANNONs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Vintage Victorian style English cast Iron cannons Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it
Category

Vintage 1940s British Late Victorian Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Iron

Set of Cast Iron Vibrantly Painted Decorative Doorstops, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of cast iron vibrantly painted decorative doorstops, Early 20th century. Set consist of
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Models and Miniatures

Antique "Fer De Berlin" Bust, Berlin Iron, 19th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Antique bust "fer de Berlin", iron casting, 19th century. Depicting a man in antique robe. High
Category

Antique 1860s German Busts

Materials

Bronze

Candle Holders Decorative Candlesticks, Antique Pair of Baroque Style Home Decor
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique candlesticks pressed, cast and chased bronze. Circular, curved feet with hinged. Tested
Category

Vintage 1950s German Art Deco More Candle Holders

Materials

Silver, Metal, Iron, Brass, Bronze

Pair Of Iron Candlesticks Cj Vombach Frankfurt A. Main Sachsenhausen Circa 1880
Located in Bilzen, BE
A pair of cast iron candlesticks by "CJ Vombach Frankfurt A. Main Sachsenhausen" in neo-Gothic
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Gothic Revival Candlesticks

Materials

Berlin Iron

Vintage Figural Nude Bronze, Wrought Iron and Wood Sculpture circa 1960s-1970s
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a vintage figural nude bronze, wrought iron and wood sculpture, circa 1960s-1970s
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Umanoff Grenada Style Brutalist Black Iron Bowl
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage iron bowl in the style of Umanoff. The piece is designed in the Salterini Grenada
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Urns

Materials

Iron

19th Century Large Chinese Archaistic Iron Ritual Wine Vessel or Jue
Located in Doylestown, PA
19th century large Chinese iron ritual wine vessel or jue. Beautifully patinated with traces of
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Archaistic Vases

Materials

Iron

Handkerchief Design Iron Bowl in the Style of Willy Guhl
By Willy Guhl
Located in North Miami, FL
A heavy and oversized iron rough textured centerpiece/ bowl in the shape of a handkerchief in
Category

Late 20th Century European Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Antique Horse Head Sculpture Iron Figurine Busts Home Decor Plinth Metal Head
Located in Wembley, GB
figure. Antique Decorative Figurine. Horse Head, Iron In excellent condition.
Category

Antique 1880s Greek Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron, Sheet Metal

Rare Vintage Danish Modern Jens Quistgaard JHQ 8 Light Iron TRIVET Candelabra
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Modern Jens Quistgaard JHQ 8 Light Cast Iron Square Grid Candle Holder Candelabra Elegant, industrial
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Pair of cast brass pricket candlesticks by Colonial Williamsburg, c. 1960
By Colonial Williamsburg Licensed Reproduction Co. 1
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Pair of cast brass Jacobean baluster candlestick holders with forged iron prickets. Stamped with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Iron

1950s Japanese Iron Bird Sculpture Mid-Century Asian Cabinmodern Art
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Hard to find object, we have never seen another. It is cast metal with a faux verdigris/archaic
Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Brutalist Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Vantage Pair of Rought Iron Candlesticks
Located in Norton, MA
A pair of candlesticks made of wrought iron with flower shapes at the top of each holder. Under
Category

Early 20th Century North American Candlesticks

Materials

Metal

Made to Order Hand Carved Forge Iron and Stone Base Four Lites Candlestic
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made to Order Hand Carved Forged Iron and Stone Base Four Lites Candlestick, Hand Crafted Curled
Category

2010s American Candlesticks

Materials

Stone, Cast Stone, Concrete, Cement, Bronze, Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Fireplace
Located in London, GB
19th Century Cast Iron Fireplace Decorative traditional Hob Grate Style Victorian Fireplace insert
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Jens Quistgaard Star Shaped Candle Holder Yellow Green Iron, Danish Modern 1960s
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Ltd, USA. Made 1960s. This is rare version with yellow green lacquer. It's made from cast iron and
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Pair of 1920 s French Art Deco Enameled Iron Urns in Grape Purple Finish
Located in Hastings, GB
Wonderful matched pair of 1920's French Art Deco cast iron urns, finished with a purple grape
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Urns

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate. A patterned side gate with expressive detailing and decorative
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Made to Order Carved Forged Iron and Stone Base Three Lites Candlestick
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made to Order Carved Forged Iron and Cast Stone Base Three Lites Candlestick, Hand Crafted in Dark
Category

2010s American Candlesticks

Materials

Cast Stone, Concrete, Cement, Iron

Elephant on Iron Pedestal, Lost Wax Casting Parcel-Gilt Patina Bronze Sculpture
By Pablo Simunovic
Located in Firenze, IT
front legs. This exquisite solid bronze sculpture of an elephant rests on a vintage iron weight base
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brutalist Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Fluted Cast Iron Column
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century fluted building column with a decorative capital. Industrial cast iron. One
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron

1960s Japan Iron Owl Bird Dish Ashtray with Hypnotic Brass Eyes Mid-Century Mod
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Uncommon cast mixed metal Japanese import souvenir. Over 4 inches long, and about 3/4 of a pound
Category

Vintage 1960s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Gothic Revival Antique Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
years old. It is highly decorative, cast in iron during the Victorian era and detailed with dramatic
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Gothic Revival Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Metal, Iron

Made to Order Forged Iron and Stone Base in Dark Bronze Patinated Candelabra
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made to Order Forged Iron and Stone Base Curled Seven Lites Candelabra, Patinated in Dark Bronze
Category

2010s American Candelabras

Materials

Stone, Cement, Steel, Iron

Tripod Jardinière by the Royal Iron Foundry (Berlin) or Gleiwitz, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite cast iron piece attributed to the Royal Iron Foundry in Berlin or Gleiwitz, with a design
Category

Antique 19th Century German Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Fire Grate with Lion Paws
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A decoratively designed Victorian cast iron fire grate, circa 1890. Highly decorative, this antique
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Fireplace Tools and Ch...

Materials

Copper, Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Urn
Located in Ongar, GB
A very decorative French 19th century cast iron urn which is decorated with a pair of Lion heads
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Urns

Materials

Iron

Large Cast Iron Umbrella Stick Stand
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
tall decorative back This impressive cast iron hall stand is in great condition with an old painted
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century High Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Brass and Cast Iron Umbrella Stand
Located in Winter Park, FL
decorative finials. Cast iron base with removable drip tray. More photos available upon request. We have a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

A Small Late 19th C Brass And Cast Iron Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A compact Georgian style fire grate in brass and cast iron with decorative C scrolled steel apron
Category

Antique 1890s English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of 19th century cast iron urns / planters
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Nice decorative pair of late 19th cast iron planters French circa 1880 12 inches high 16
Category

Antique 1880s French Urns

Materials

Iron

Antique Thomas Elsley Cast Iron Fire Insert
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
iron decorative works between 1882 and 1905. Stamped ‘T. Elsley’ to the reverse, this cast iron fire
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Pair Antique Chestnut Folding Railroad Benches c. Late 19th Century
Located in Westfield, MA
decorative cast iron elements with their distinct circular medallion design add a refined touch
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Benches

Materials

Iron

Floral Cast Iron Frieze Section from NYC Building Cornice - 88 in.
Located in New York, NY
This cast iron decorative architectural frieze was reclaimed from a NYC building cornice. This is
Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Large Kramer Brothers Cast Iron Planter Pot in Black Finish
Located in Ferndale, MI
, the Kramer Brothers Foundry's business surged due to the high demand for cast iron outdoor decorative
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Garden Patio Dining Table by Atlanta Stove Works
By Fiske Or Mott
Located in New York, NY
Decorative and charming cast iron and glass diminutive dining table by the Atlanta Stove Works
Category

Mid-20th Century American Victorian Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Abstract Brutalist Dancing Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
tranquil in its use of cast iron. 
Category

1990s Canadian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

ANTIQUE 19TH CENTURY BUTCHERS SHOP ADVERTiSING DISPLAY PIG ORIGINAL PAINT PATINA
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, cast iron, original paint and patina 19th century Butchers shop advertising display pig A very good
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Victorian Clam Shell Andirons With Black Bases
Located in Locust Valley, NY
finished in thick white lacquer enamel. These cast iron andirons feature intricate detailing typical of the
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Door Ornament
Located in Atlanta, GA
This impressive 18th-century French cast iron horse head ornament is a striking piece of
Category

Antique 18th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1950s Pair of Architectural Iron Table Lamps with Decorative Finials
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Architectural Table Lamps with Architectural Tulip Wreath Finials on Painted Wood Base Base on Metal Ball Feet Height to top of finials: 31” Height to top of socket: 19” La...
Category

Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair Of Custom Mounted Antique Nautical Industrial Steel Objects
By Mark Indursky
Located in Stamford, CT
splice and separate rope. This pair is 17 1/2" tall. The second pair are cast iron and appear to have
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Mounted Objects

Materials

Iron

Antique Ansonia Black Mantel Clock with Bronze Coated Columns and Claw Feet
By Ansonia Clock Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Ansonia Empire Black Enameled Metal Mantel Clock with Bronze Coated Cast Iron Columns
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Empire Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th C. Turret Clock Face, French Terra Cotta
Located in Kent, CT
A beautiful 19th Century French Turret Clock labeled "Noit Paris." with a cast iron frame and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Wall Clocks

Materials

Iron

1930 Jeannot Child Mascot on His Aluminum Radiator CAP Pig
Located in Marseille, FR
model Additional information: Material: Cast iron (iron, aluminum).
Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

A Polished Cast Iron Firegrate in the Rococo Manner
Located in London, GB
A polished cast iron firegrate in the Rococo manner, with decorative feet, front bars and cast iron
Category

20th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Charles II Needlework Casket, Second Half of the 17th Century
Located in Milford, NH
most of its original hardware intact, including decorative hinges and side handles, all supported on
Category

Antique Late 17th Century English Charles II Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Iron

Wall mirror, cast iron Swedish Grace 1930/40s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cast iron wall mirror with beautiful, decorative ornaments. A timeless piece that works in most
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Wall Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century French Boite À Sel or Salt Box
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century French boite à sel, or salt box, made of solid oak. Hinged lid with tacked leather tabs. A simple handcrafted box with nice proportions and beautiful patina. Th...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Country Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Hand Made Garden Rustic Farm Door Bell Antique Los Angeles CA Cloche Old Fashion
Located in West Hollywood, CA
wrought iron entry wall mount bell. Hand hammered with a Candle Holder adding more charm and magic. A
Category

20th Century North American Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Candleholders, 1960
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful set of five cast iron candleholders by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, black patina with brass
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of American Wrought Iron Shield Andirons with Decorative Crossbar, C. 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American wrought iron spiral ball finial andirons with flanking medallion shields
Category

Antique 1820s American American Empire Andirons

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

1960s Iron Bonsai Ikebana Tripod Japan MCM Planter Dish Mid-Century
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Interesting variation on the most popular ikebana form form the Mid-Century Era. Procured from a Washington DC estate.
Category

Vintage 1960s Asian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Metal

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Decorative Cast Iron For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the decorative cast iron you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each decorative cast iron for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and brass. Find 1616 options for an antique or vintage decorative cast iron now, or shop our selection of 36 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a decorative cast iron — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each decorative cast iron bearing Victorian, Mid-Century Modern or Industrial hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one decorative cast iron that is appealing in its simplicity, but Hubley Manufacturing Company, Jens Harald Quistgaard and Dansk Designs produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Decorative Cast Iron?

The average selling price for a decorative cast iron at 1stDibs is $1,250, while they’re typically $23 on the low end and $274,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Decorative Cast Iron
  • 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 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 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 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

    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 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.