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Empire Cast Iron Pocket Watch Stand with Martial Decoration, circa 1820
Located in Knivsta, SE
Empire Cast Iron Pocket Watch Stand with Martial Decoration, circa 1820 Striking Empire-period
Category

Antique 1820s Empire Desk Sets

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle, 19th Century
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finely proportioned, medium sized cast iron mortar and pestle. With its original finish and
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

1930s Vintage Solid Cast Iron Sachs Carbine Rifle Gun Molds Industrial Factory
Located in Hyattsville, MD
stamped, 133 Sacks Gun. Vintage industrial cast iron rifle molds, time worn patina to all surfaces. W: 32
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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Small Cast Iron Victorian Style Urns
Located in Sheffield, MA
The pair of small Victorian urns are cast in iron and are embellished with protruding fluting and
Category

20th Century American Victorian Urns

Materials

Iron

Small Modernist Cast Iron Piggy Bank by Taxco of Mexico
By Taxco
Located in San Diego, CA
Small modernist cast iron piggy bank by Taxco of Mexico, circa 1970s. The piece measures 2"W x 4"D
Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Three German Antique Iron Plaques Cast in the Renaissance Style
Located in London, GB
This charming set of three antique German plaques are each cast from high quality 19th century iron
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Antique 19th Century German Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Indian Archaic Style Cast Iron Horse Sculpture with Rusty Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian archaic style vintage cast iron horse sculpture from the mid 20th century. Created in
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Mid-20th Century Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Decorative Victorian Cast Iron Fender
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Decorative Victorian cast iron fender This is a beautifully designed Victorian fender it is best
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique gilt Cast Iron Picture Frame "Iron Cross", Germany 1900 s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A gorgeous cast iron and glass standing or table picture frame, Germany, circa 1900 or older. Made
Category

Early 20th Century German Victorian Picture Frames

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Distressed Cast Iron Urn
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of antique charm to your indoor or outdoor space with this vintage cast iron urn
Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Urns

Materials

Iron

Thomas Jeckyll. A Pair of Anglo Japanese Side Tables inset with Sunflower Tiles.
By Barnard Bishop Barnard, Thomas Jeckyll
Located in London, GB
Barnard Bishop & Barnard who Thomas Jeckyll designed Anglo-Japanese decorative cast iron furniture and
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Antique 1870s English Anglo-Japanese Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

Antique French Cast Iron Urn Finial
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large antique French cast iron urn finial dating to circa 1880, currently finished in old grey
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Planters, Cachepots and Jardi...

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Belgian Cast Iron Milk Container, circa 1920s
Located in Dallas, TX
When dairy farmers traveled to the market, they would use large metal jugs, such as this cast iron
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Vintage 1920s Belgian Jars

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Art Deco Cast Iron Gold Painted 7" Cockatoo Parrot Figurine Doorstop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Deco Cast Iron Gold Painted 7" Cockatoo Parrot Figurine Doorstop. Circa Early 20th
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, circa 1910-1940
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT This is an original cast iron Boston Terrier doorstop manufactured by the Hubley
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Early 20th Century Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Bauche Incombustible Cast Iron Safe from Northeastern France, 1865
Located in Linkebeek, BE
19th century non-combustible cast-iron travel strongbox by Bauche-Fichet, France Antique travel
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Modern Tall Floor Standing Cast Iron Candelabra
Located in San Jose, CA
character to any space constructed of weighted cast iron. Displays plenty of patina and vintage charm
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th Century French Empire Style Fireplace Mantel in Breche Marble
Located in London, GB
in rectangular form. The four piece bespoke chamber with decorative cast iron panels. Opening
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Breccia Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Diminutive French Cast Iron Teal Medici Urn
Located in Hastings, GB
A mid-19th Century cast iron French Medici Urn in a beautifully worn teal paint, with flashes of
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Regency Urns

Materials

Iron

Antique Art Deco Cast Iron Figural Horse Form Black Yellow Doorstop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Deco Cast Iron Figural Horse Form Black & Yellow Doorstop. Weighs approx 10 lbs. Circa
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Bull Figurine, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Vintage Cast Iron Bull Figurine, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970 to 1979. Additional
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Pair of Early 20th Century Cast Iron English Setters Hubley
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of hard to find old English Setters by Hubley C1930 in excellent antique condition with whats left of the original paint. No breaks or cracks, just alot of wear to the ...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Goldsmith’s Strong Box, English, Heavy Cast Iron Locking Safe, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
decorative appeal. Constructed from robust cast iron, ensuring remarkable strength and longevity Displays a
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Crucible from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An antique cast iron crucible from a foundry in Massachusetts.
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Vases

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar
Located in High Point, NC
Elevate your home décor with this exquisite 19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar, a piece that
Category

Antique 19th Century French Jars

Materials

Iron

Old Garden Ornament Cast Iron Pig Corn Cobs Statue Rust Color
Located in Poperinge, BE
, made of cast iron, the statue has a beautiful rusty age patina, estimated first half of the 20th
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Japanese Cast Iron Candleholder inspired by Quistgaard Denmark, Midcentury
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese cast iron candleholder inspired by Quistgaard, Denmark Cast iron 1960s candleholder. Mid
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Sculptural Vintage Spanish Four Arm Candelabra Cast Iron Brass
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage 4 Arm Brass Candelabra Oil Lamp Cast Iron Stand  Style Spanish Revival Rancho Monterey
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Colonial Candelabras

Materials

Iron, Brass

Brutalist Cast Iron Fish Sculpture - Mid-Century Aquarium-Inspired Design 1977
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This striking Brutalist cast iron fish sculpture captures the essence of mid-century design with
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Brutalist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th C Black Cast Iron Roaring Lion Head Wall Mount
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century detailed lion head with an open roaring mouth. Antique cast iron. Please note
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Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare 19th Century English Enamelled Cast Iron Doorstop of Jumbo the Elephant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
cast iron novelties—making this piece both decorative and historically resonant. Far rarer than the
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Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

French Victorian Style Cast Iron Figural Women Bust Maiden Form Boot Scraper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Victorian Style Cast Iron Figural Women Bust Maiden Form Boot Scraper. Item features heavy
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Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

20th Century Cast Iron Urn Mikrokosmos by Olof Hult
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Olof Hult
Located in Allerum, SE
Early 20th century Swedish Grace / Art Deco cast iron urn by Olof Hult for Nafveqvarn. ca 1930s
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Early 20th Century European Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Antique Blue Enamelled Cast Iron Paris en Cie Vase
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Antique, beautiful blue enamelled cast iron Paris en Cie vase Measures: High 32 cm Diameter 31
Category

Antique 19th Century French Vases

Materials

Iron

1930s Cast Iron Checkered Potted Geranium Floral Bouquet Painted Doorstop
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage cast iron doorstop showing a geranium plant set inside a woven checkered flower pot on an
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Patinated Green Eyed Black Cat Doorstop / Sculpture by Hubley
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage Cast Iron Patinated Green Eyed Black Cat Doorstop / Sculpture by Hubley, circa 1930s. Super
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Sculpture "Boy with Goose" Signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie
By A. Durenne
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Cast iron fountain sculpture "Boethus Boy with goose" signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie, France, late
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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Urn Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Cast iron urn produced in Sweden.
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Urns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Cast Iron Candleholder inspired by Quistgaard Denmark, Midcentury
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese cast iron candleholder inspired by Quistgaard, Denmark Cast iron 1960s candleholder. Mid
Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Primitive Glider Rocking Hobby Horse Rustic Carved Wood Cast Iron Red. Item features a
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Primitive Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Decorative Industrial Belt Motif Cast Iron Frames
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Late 19th century, decorative, belt motif, industrial, cast iron frames that once embellished horse
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Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Folk Art Cast Iron Green Painted Candlestick
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Single French Cast Iron Candlestick In The Original Green Painted Patina, 19th Century
Category

Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Large Industrial Cast Iron Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, c.1930
By Gents of Leicester
Located in London, GB
Large cast iron factory clock manufactured by renowned electrical company Gents of Leicester. c
Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Iron

Palatial French 19th-20th Century Allegorical Figural Cast Iron Group Torchere
By Val D Osne Foundry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and palatial French 19th-20th century allegorical figural cast-iron group torchere
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

French Hand-Painted Lady Sculpture Door Stop in Solid Cast Iron
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late 19th century door stop, France, circa 1880. This lady sculpture is made in heavy solid cast
Category

Antique 19th Century English Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

English Georgian Style Cast Iron Coat of Arms Wall Plaque
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian style (19th century) cast iron coat of arms wall plaque / fireplace back with
Category

Antique 19th Century Georgian Decorative Art

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

19th century Victorian English Cast-Iron Lion Doorstop with Old Red Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
A cast iron lion doorstop from Victorian England. This 19th century Victorian cast-iron flat-back
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Swedish Designer, Candelabras, Cast Iron, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-painted cast iron candelabras designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s. Fits 0.45
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Swedish Designer, Candelabras, Cast Iron, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-painted cast iron candelabras designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s. Fits 0.45
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

1930s Hubley Cast Iron Basket of Lilacs Daisies Floral Bouquet Doorstop
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Hubley cast iron doorstop showing a bouquet of lilacs and daisies set inside a woven
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

a Grand Tour Etruscan Cast Iron Painted Vase Urn
Located in Madrid, ES
A beautiful Gran Tour vase, of Etruscan inspiration in cast iron, decorated with geometric and
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Vases

Materials

Iron

Mortar and Pestle, cast iron, early 18th century, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
An wonderful antique mortar and pestle. Made in the early 1700's in cast iron. Good condition
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Swedish Jars

Materials

Iron

Large Pair of Mid-Century Pivoting Cast Iron Candleholders
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Graceful and ingenious pair of cast iron candleholders. Each candleholder has four extending arms
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Rare Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Portrait Busts by Leonhard Posch
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
. Leonard Posch, Austrian 1750- 1831, produced these fine quality portrait busts and medallions in cast iron
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Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Busts

Materials

Iron

Arts and Crafts Cast Iron and Copper Mantel Clock
By Lenzkirch
Located in Norwich, GB
housed in a cast iron square case with decorative corners and long slender legs. Raised copper dial with
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Arts and Crafts Mantel Clocks

Materials

Iron

Patinated Cast Iron Bird Bath by Joe Andoe
Located in Stamford, CT
A limited edition cast iron bird bath by Joe Andoe. Numbered 19/20 Exhibited: Joe Andoe, October
Category

1990s American Organic Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Art Deco Wall Relief „Unsere Arbeit“ by Heinrich Moshage 1929 Germany
Located in Munich, DE
Amazing and highly decorative wall relief by Heinrich Moshage (1896-1968), 1929. Cast by the
Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

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 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 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 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.