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French Garden Bird Statue of a Walking Crane, Stands
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French garden statue of a crane bird. This vintage statue from France, created in cast-stone, in
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20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

Spanish Peacock 2 Ft. Tall Patio Garden Lawn Ornament, Mid-Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
, created of cast stone with iron legs, features a lovely little peafowl bird -standing upright with head
Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

Large Antique Decorative Firedog, Iron, Fireplace, Andiron, Candle, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique decorative firedog. An English, cast iron fireplace andiron, ideal for
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Large, Antique Decorative Andiron, Iron, Fireside, Firedog, Candle, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique decorative andiron. An English, cast iron fireside firedog or candle stand
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

19th Century Irish Painted Cast Iron Stick Stand
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very decorative 19th century painted cast iron stick stand or umbrella stand featuring a typical
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Antique 19th Century Irish Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

1900s English Cast Iron Pub Table By Gaskell Chambers
By Gaskell Chambers Ltd
Located in High Point, NC
craftsmanship blended with decorative design. Featuring an ornate cast iron base with intricate scrollwork and
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Early 20th Century British Side Chairs

Materials

Iron

Threshold 5 Bronze Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture Threshold 5 bronze with frame in iron in oxydised finish and with body sculpture in
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Elephant Bradley Hubbard Doorstop
By Bradley Hubbard
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Early 20th c. cast iron Elephant form doorstop by Bradley & Hubbard, original painted surface, back
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Early 20th Century American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Swedish Brutalist Fire Screen by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna
By Husqvarna, Olle Hermansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
in cast iron, this fire screen boasts an abstract and captivating theme. Artist Olle Hermansson
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Swedish Brutalist Rooster as Fire Screen Olle Hermansson, Husqvarna
By Husqvarna, Olle Hermansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
cast iron. Olle Hermansson was interested in Nordic mythology. The rooster "Gullinkambe" (golden comb
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Late 19th Century Figural Maiden and Poppy Blossom Centerpiece Bowl
By Maurice Bouval
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This heavy centerpiece bowl dates to the late 19th century and is composed of cast iron with a gilt
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Jens Quistgaard for Dansk IHQ Candleholders, 1960
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sculptural pair of cast iron “Flower” candleholders by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk IHQ, 12 candle
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Bronze Sculpture of a Young Woman
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant Italian bronze sculpture of a young woman, professionally mounted on a steel base . free spirit gazes upward with mysterious facial expression letting as wonder, what is she ...
Category

20th Century Busts

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Bibendum Michelin Man Advertising Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Bibendum Michelin man advertising sculpture. Original white painted heavy and sturdy larger cast
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Brooke Bond Tea and Coffee Cast Iron Horse and Wagon with Driver
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
collectible decorative piece cast iron advertising toy. All original pieces. Brooke Bond is an esteemed
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Threshold Bronze Sculpture
Located in Paris, FR
Sculpture threshold bronze with frame in iron in oxydised finish and with body sculpture in solid
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Vintage 1950 s Terrier Dogs Business Card Holder Stand, Powder Coated Yellow
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Cast iron card holder powder-coated in sunshine yellow. Add a pop of color with this one-of-a-kind
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare Modernist Cat Doorstop by Hubley
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
. Hubley’s modernist doorstops consistently command higher prices than their typical cast-iron counterparts
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Decorative Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
A nice and tall decorative fireback or backsplash. This was originally a sides of an old cast iron
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Antique 17th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Ploughman Doorstop, English, Cast Iron, Farmhouse Door Keeper, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Ploughman doorstop. An English, cast iron farmhouse decorative door keeper with
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Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Iron

Marcello Fantoni style. Stunning brutalist sculpture, Italy, 1950s
By Paul Evans, Silas Seandel, Marcello Fantoni
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
. Multifaceted in shape and dimensionally svelte, it rests on a rectangular iron base finished underneath in wood
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Antique 1850s Italian Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Copper, Iron

Card Holder with Westie Dogs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Vintage cast iron card with a pair of Westie terriers in service as greeters.
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20th Century English Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

A Modern 21st Century "Pot Hole Pistol" Recycled Sculpture by, Andrew Crawford
Located in Englewood, NJ
(American, b.1970) of a recycled cast iron manhole cover which was cut and forged into a pistol. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Russian Ormolu "Dancing Bear" Sculpture
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
be "level" and spin. Due to the weight of the cast iron base with a protruding screw, which is not
Category

Antique 19th Century Russian High Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron, Ormolu

20th Century, Enzo Mari for Danese Paperweight Mod. Tokelau
By Enzo Mari, Danese Milano
Located in Turin, Turin
". The paperweight is with a base in cast iron and polyurethane, the holder is in stainless steel
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Paperweights

Materials

Stainless Steel, Iron

Truls Melin, Sculpture "Sailor"
Located in Stockholm, SE
TRULS MELIN, born in 1958. Drowning sailors. Painted metal sculpture Provenance: Galleri Lars Bohman, Stockholm.   
Category

2010s Swedish Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Danish Piggy Bank for Charity, circa 1920s
Located in Copenhagen, K
Lovely piggy bank with inscription aiming to collect money for the society for children’s footwear. This union was established in 1889 and was still active in mid-1930s.
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Vintage 1910s Danish Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Piggy Bank for Charity
Located in Copenhagen, K
Lovely piggy bank with inscription aiming to collect money for the society for children’s footwear. This union was established in 1889 and was still active in mid-1930s.
Category

Vintage 1910s Danish Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Signed Girevole Sculpture by Pietro Consagra, Italy, 1975
By Pietro Consagra
Located in Roma, IT
This sculpture is signed Consagra, who was a very prolific and renowned international Italian sculptor; no longer living. Sculptor, he began his career by joining the Forma 1 Grou...
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Stainless Steel, Iron

Richard Hirsch Ceramic Scholar Rock Cup Sculpture #20, 2014
By Richard A. Hirsch
Located in New York, NY
with a cast iron middle base. Hirsch creates ceramic sculptures that explore the spirituality and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Midcentury brutalist rooster fire screen by Olle Hermansson, Husqvarna, Sweden
By Olle Hermansson, Husqvarna
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Brutalist firedogs (firerooster) designed by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden, during the middle of the 20th century. Rare pair. One is 36 cm in depth and the other 28 cm.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Bright Sunshine Yellow Abstract Eagle Head Sculpture From a 3 Way Wood Splitter
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Industrial powder-coated eagle-shaped iron log splitter. Newly painted in thick bright sunshine
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Vintage 1960s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

German Mahogany Figural Satinwood Inlaid Tall Case Flute Clock, Circa 1780
By A. Belokopytoff
Located in Charleston, SC
German Biedermeier mahogany tall case flute clock with porcelain dial, upper case having four rotating painted soldiers and biblical figures, original blown glass panels, lower case ...
Category

Antique 1780s German Biedermeier Clocks

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Set of Three Midcentury Japanese Geisha Figurines
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool set of three small (4" tall) bronze Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1960s. The cast
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Pair of 19th century French cast iron garden urns / planter s
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Nice decorative pair of late 19th cast iron planters French circa 1870’s 12 inches high 16
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Antique 1870s French Rococo Revival Urns

Materials

Iron

Robert Welch Brutalist Candlesticks
By Robert Welch
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Robert Welch design brutalist cast iron candlesticks for Hobart, U.K. Interesting and
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Vintage 1960s English Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Grand Nu Aux Feuillages , a Fine Patinated Bronzed Figural Group, circa 1900
By Alois Mayer
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
'Grand Nu Aux Feuillages', a fine patinated bronzed figural group by Alois Mayer.  German, circa 1900. Signed 'A. Mayer'. Alois Mayer (1855-1936) Was a German Sculptor who...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Boston Terrier Doorstop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Boston Terrier doorstop in all original paint.
Category

20th Century American American Classical Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Boston Terrier Doorstop
Boston Terrier Doorstop
$556 Sale Price
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Antique Lion Doorstop, English Cast Iron Figurative Door Keeper, Victorian, 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
and medieval overtones — a distinctive decorative presence Cast iron form with satisfying heft
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Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Black Forrest Carved Oak Hinged Boar Head Cellarette with Bone Tusk, C. 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
branches with oak leaves, and resting on decorative foliate scrolled legs with paw feet. Late 19th century.
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Antique 1870s German Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Scottish Brass and Nickel Silver Horse Hobble, Bide A Blink, Circa 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
Scottish brass and nickel silver horse hobble with an eagle heads horse shoe handle and resting on the faithful servant creature Bide a Blink. Signature encompassed within creature's...
Category

Antique 1830s Scottish Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Iron, Nickel

Rare Arts Crafts Amsterdam School Geometrical Design Oak Mantel Pendulum Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
) where the gong spirals are kept strongly in place by a cast iron base. This also makes this fine clock
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Mantel Clocks

Materials

Metal, Brass, Iron

Marvelous Design Warm Color Burl Walnut Art Deco, Bauhaus Mantel / Desk Clock
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautiful and also practical in size Bauhaus style clock. Over the years we have sold a number of striking (no pun intended) Art Deco clocks, but rarely one as timeless, as stylish,...
Category

Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Mantel Clocks

Materials

Chrome, Brass, Iron

Antique C1900 Marble Cast Iron Table or Seat Kitchen, Conservatory, or Garden
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Information Stock Number: 8767 A practical and decorative antique marble and cast iron low table, ideal for
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Antique Early 1900s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Amazingly Decorative Antique Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Superb tal cast iron fireback or backsplash. This beautifully detailed fireback was originally a
Category

Antique 17th Century Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Relief Fire Back, English Cast Iron Fireplace Reflector, Victorian, 1880
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique decorative fire back. An English, cast iron relief fireplace reflector, dating
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Lion Rampant Doorstop, English, Cast Iron, Decor, Door Keeper, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Lion Rampant doorstop. An English, cast iron decorative heraldic door keeper
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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Rare Top Quality Expressive Bronze Capricorn, Ibex Sculpture Statue Early 1900s
Located in Lisse, NL
Artistic quality bronze sculpture with overdone features. There must be collectors out there who immediately know the name of the artist who created this wonderful and rare style wo...
Category

Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Large Carl Auböck Model #5072 Chain Nickel Paperweight
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Aubo¨ck Model #5072 'Chain' nickel paperweight. Executed in nickel-plated cast iron and
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Nickel, Iron

Large Carl Auböck Model #5072 Chain Polished Brass Paperweight
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Aubo¨ck Model #5072 'Chain' polished brass paperweight. Executed in brass-plated cast iron and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Iron, Brass

Japanese Usubata Ikebana Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century iron vessel is a Meiji-era vase designed especially for ikebana, the
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Iron

Large Modern CANDLE STICK, 6 Candle Holders Home Decor, Candlebras
Located in Wembley, GB
Candlesticks, pressed, cast and chased. Circular. 6 Candle Holder in a row. Highly collectable and
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Candelabras

Materials

Sterling Silver, Iron, Wrought Iron

Alberto High Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets
Located in Geneve, CH
Alberto High Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets Dimensions: D 8 x W 12 x H 28 cm. Materials: Cast
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2010s Spanish Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Alberto Low Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets
Located in Geneve, CH
Alberto Low Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets Dimensions: D 6 x W 10 x H 20 cm. Materials: Cast iron
Category

2010s Spanish Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Set of 2 Alberto Candleholders by Oscar Tusquets
Located in Geneve, CH
x W 10 x H 20 cm. Materials: Cast iron painted in matte white. Available in two different sizes
Category

2010s Spanish Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Silver-plated candlesticks by William Tonks and Sons, late 19th century
Located in London, GB
makers known for their high-quality architectural metalwork and decorative objects. Each candlestick
Category

Antique 1890s English Aesthetic Movement Candlesticks

Materials

Stainless Steel, Iron, Silver Plate

Vintage Set of 4 Dansk Mid-Century Candle Holders
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
candle holder, an Iron and Brass candle holder and two teardrop candle holders (4 pieces total
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

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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 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.