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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
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Large Cast Iron Punch Judy Doorstops, Circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English large cast iron Punch & Judy matching doorstops . Late 19th century.
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Antique 1880s English American Empire Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Cast Iron Brass Eight Candlestick Candelabra
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Jens Harald Quistgaard Cast Iron Brass 8 Arm Candle Holder, Circa 1960. Featuring a balanced
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of English Diminutive Cast Iron Powder Coated Whippets, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of English diminutive solid cast iron whippets laying in resting position. Pair have been
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Antique 1810s English George III Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large Early Industrial Cast Iron Gents of Leicester Factory Wall Clock, c.1915
By Gents of Leicester
Located in London, GB
Large cast iron factory clock manufactured by renowned electrical company Gents of Leicester. c
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Wall Clocks

Materials

Iron

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

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Cast Iron Lady Spools - Set of Two
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
cast iron lady figurines. Rendered in heavy cast iron with a beautifully distressed, hand-painted
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Late 20th Century American Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of 1920s Cast Iron Duck Figures with Folk Charm and Patinated Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
-century cast iron ducks embodies the quiet charm of vernacular folk design. One duck bows low as if mid
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Early 20th Century Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Garden Urn
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique cast iron garden urn. A wonderful garden urn with detailed motifs, finished in dark green
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Early 20th Century Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

A Pair Victorian Casted and Gilded Iron Candle Stick with Bears
Located in Berghuelen, DE
A Pair Victorian Casted and Gilded Iron Candle Stick with Bears A pair great Victorian casted iron
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Classic 1920 s Art Deco Judd Manufacturing Cast Iron Bellhop Doorstop or Bookend
By H.L. Judd Manufacturing Company
Located in Red Lion, PA
makers of cast iron decorative objects in the early 20th century, this doorstop reflects the company’s
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Hook Rack
Located in Hook, Hampshire
19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Hook Rack 19th Century French Original Cast
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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Antique Flower Press Box, English, Beech, Cast Iron, Hobby Case, Edwardian, 1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique flower press box. An English, beech and cast iron hobby case dating to the
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Good Quality Statuary Marble Fireplace in the Louis XVI Manner with Insert
Located in London, GB
foliage. Moulded shelf above. With its original decorative cast iron contracoeure insert. French, 19th
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Antique 19th Century Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Statuary Marble

Imposing Pair of Cast Iron Door Porters Lion Serjent Erect in Original Patina
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A good quality pair of of Cast iron door porters in a 'Lion Sejant Erect' form or sometimes termed
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Antique Late 19th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Turquoise Blue Enamelled Cast Iron Paris en Cie Vase
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Antique, beautiful turquoise blue enamelled cast iron Paris en Cie vase Measures: High 32 cm
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Antique 19th Century French Vases

Materials

Iron

Set of 6 19th Century Cast Iron Industrial Curiosities
Located in Round Top, TX
A set of 6 19th century cast iron "Industrial Curiosities" - Anvils for shaping metals such as gold
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair Dutch Antique Cast Iron Kugelhopf Cake Molds, circa 1900
Located in Houston, TX
Two antique cast iron traditional Kugelhopf cake pan molds from the Netherlands, circa 1900. One
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Antique Early 1900s Dutch Country Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Large Belle Époque Cast Iron Urn
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
No matter the scope of your garden and landscape, urns are an opulent way to enhance your space. In the height of culture in the 19th century, there was no better way to portray luxu...
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Antique 19th Century American Belle Époque Urns

Materials

Iron

Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Sculpture
By Josep Maria Subira­chs Sit­ja
Located in Dayton, OH
An Impressive Cast Iron floor sculpture by Josep Maria Subirachs b.1927. Reminiscent in form to an
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Industrial Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Distressed Miniature Lawn Chair Sculpture / Salesman s Sample
Located in San Diego, CA
Super cool vintage distressed cast iron miniature clam shell lawn chair sculpture / salesman's
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Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Iron

Set of 3 19th Century Cast Iron Shoe Molds
Located in Round Top, TX
A charming collection of 3 19th century cast iron shoe molds from Barcelona. Wonderful as table top
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Hubley Cast Iron Parrot Doorstop – Original Hand-Painted Finish
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare antique Hubley cast iron parrot doorstop is a stunning example of early 20th-century
Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Antique Tibetan Cast Iron Buddha Head With Polychrome Decoration
Located in Atlanta, GA
Tibet, 19th century or earlier. A heavy and large scale buddha head made of cast iron. The head
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Antique 19th Century Tibetan Busts

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Early Cast Iron Bird Nut Cracker in Original Paint
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Early cast iron bird nut cracker in original paint. Mouth opens down to handle a large nut. Opens
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Early 20th Century American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Black Cast Iron Piggy Bank Money Box Animal Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
19th century American black cast iron piggy bank, money box, animal sculpture. We left it
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Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Of A Young Boy Holding A Dolphin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and most charming French 19th century cast iron fountain of a young boy holding a
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Figurative Servant Bells
Located in Sofia, BG
Here we present two identical cast iron black figurative servant bells in their authentic condition
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Antique Late 19th Century French Desk Sets

Materials

Iron

Brutalist candle stick cast iron vintage 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Brutalist candle stick cast iron vintage 1970’s
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Vintage 1970s German Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain of a Young Boy Holding a Dolphin
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and extremely charming French 19th century cast iron fountain of a young boy holding a
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large Louis XVI style cast iron urn
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine cast iron urn, late 19th century production. Our grand décor piece has been hand-painted by
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique French Cast Iron Hunting Dogs after A. Jacquemart, Circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
, this pair of French cast iron sculptures dates to circa 1900. Both dogs are depicted in a seated
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Antique Early 1900s French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Wonderful Vintage Golden Jacobson Pedal Turtle Spittoon Copper Cast Iron
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vintage English Golden & Jacobson Pedal Turtle Spittoon Copper Cast Iron
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20th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Copper, Iron

19th Century Victorian Cast Iron "Lion" Inkwell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Figural lion inkwell boasting original paint with hinged lion's head concealing the well, circa late 1800s Patina / paint loss consistent with age / use.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Iron

Vintage Danish Cast Iron Adjustable Candlestick by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark 1960
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Geneva, CH
vintage cast iron adjustable candlestick made in Denmark by Jens Quistgaard produced by Dansk ca
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Rare 19th Century Cast Iron Court Jester Folk Art Hanging Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
guy that entertained kings & Queens. It is very heavy and sold cast iron wall hanging. The condition
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Iron

True Pair of French 19th Century Cast Iron Statues of Two Young Boys
By A. Durenne
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and very high quality true pair of French 19th century cast iron statues of two young
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Sculpture of a Dog, Late 19th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Antique cast iron sculpture of a dog Continental / possibly English Cast iron Late 19th Century
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Monumental Cast Iron and Gilt Bronze Candelabra
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique monumental cast iron and gilt bronze candelabra French, late 19th Century Height
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Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Candelabras

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Danish Cast Iron and Bronze Jewelry Box or Dresser Box, Circa 1940s
By Tiffany Studios
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful casket form cast iron and bronze dresser box, jewelry box, cigar box, or decorative box
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Medieval Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Vintage Classical Cast Iron Garden Urn, Circa 1960s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This is a large vintage cast iron urn from the 1960s, finished in a classic white paint that
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Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Iron

Tall Cast Iron Candlestick Holders - Set of 2
Located in Fairfield, CA
A pair of tall cast iron candlestick holders in varying heights. Unique curvy design with tripod
Category

Late 20th Century Post-Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Japanese Cast Iron Candleholder in the Style of Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese cast iron candleholder in the Ssyle of Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, circa 1950s. The piece
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large French Antique Cast iron Mortar with Pestle, Circa 1800
Located in Dallas, TX
A unique example of the traditional French pharmacy mortar, this cast iron version is from circa
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Antique Early 1800s French Decorative Bowls

Materials

Metal, Iron

Cast Iron Horse Sculpture After Pierre-Jules Mêne, 19th Century
Located in Kastrup, DK
for its artistic cast iron works in the mid-19th century. The model was originally created in Paris
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Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Urns by Olof Hult Scandinavian Modern
By Olof Hult
Located in Copenhagen, DK
OLOF HULT - SCANDINAVIAN MODERN Trädgårdsurnor "Mikrokosmos" by Olof Hult, Sweden. Cast iron
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Sculpture, Belgium, Flame Design, 1960
Located in Antwerp, BE
Striking mid-century Belgian sculpture from the 1960s, crafted in cast iron, featuring an organic
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

French Louis XVI St. 19th Century Cast Iron Grouping of Two Winged Cherubs
By Antoine Durenne Foundry
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large-scaled and most charming French 19th century Louis XVI st. cast iron grouping of two winged
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large Antique Cast Iron Swedish Four Arm Candlestick
Located in London, GB
A large cast iron four light candlestick. Sweden, 19th century. Large in size, and in good
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Large 19th Century Neo-Classical Cast Iron Urn
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A large scale 19th Century English Country House garden or orangery cast iron classical urn. After
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Antique 1830s English Country Urns

Materials

Iron

Jens Quistgaard, Candelabra, Cast Iron, Brass, Denmark, 1950s
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron and brass candelabra designed and produced by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark, c. 1950s. fits
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Long Hook Rack
Located in Hook, Hampshire
19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Long Hook Rack 19th Century French Original
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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Long Hook Rack
Located in Hook, Hampshire
19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Long Hook Rack 19th Century French Original
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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Pair of French 19th Century Lifesize Cast-Iron Sculpture Torcheres, Val d Osne
By Val D Osne Foundry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A superb quality and palatial pair of French 19th century lifesize cast-iron sculptures - torcheres
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Antique 19th Century French Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Decorative Panel with Floral scrolling
Located in Southall, GB
metalwork panel. This intricately designed decorative metalwork panel, likely made of cast iron or
Category

Antique 19th Century Panelling

Materials

Iron

Pair of French 19th-20th Century Neoclassical Style Cast Iron Figural Torchères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine pair of French 19th-20th century neoclassical style patinated cast iron figural
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Revival Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Iron

Pair of Urns No.1 in Cast Iron by Anna Petrus, 1927
By Anna Petrus
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Urns No.1 in Cast Iron by Anna Petrus, 1927 Additional Information: Material: Cast iron
Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Urns

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 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

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.