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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
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Antique 19th Century Panelling

Materials

Iron

Large, Decorative Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Located in London, GB
A shaped 19th century cast iron fireback. The circular centre tablet with fleurs-de-lys pattern
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Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Statue of a Young Boy, Signed ‘A. DURENNE, Paris’
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and highly detailed French 19th century cast iron statue of a young boy playing the horn
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Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1940s Gordon Bunshaft s Personal Architectural Cast Iron Stamp Seal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is Gordon Bunshaft's personal cast-iron architectural embosser (noting him as a registered
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

19th Century, Cast Iron Outdoor Candelabra Sculpture, Five Holders, France
Located in Odense, DK
A beautiful 19th century cast iron outdoor candelabra sculpture, featuring a classical karyatid
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Revival Candelabras

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique white with blue enamel cast iron Paris en Cie vase
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Add a touch of history to your decor with this 19th-century enameled cast iron vase from Paris en
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Antique 19th Century French Vases

Materials

Iron

Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Wall Sculpture
By Josep Maria Subira­chs Sit­ja
Located in Dayton, OH
An Impressive Cast Iron wall hanging sculpture by Josep Maria Subirachsb. 1927. Reminiscent in form
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Steel Headboard
Located in Pasadena, TX
-painted metal frame and brass accents. Featuring vertical bars and decorative cast iron joints, it offers
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Late 20th Century Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Steel

Steel Headboard
Steel Headboard
$1,792 Sale Price
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Pair of 1950s French Cast Iron Mercury Winged Head Busts
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of 1950s French cast iron winged head busts of Mercury, the Greek god of financial gain and
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Mid-20th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Bronze Greyhound Whippet Dog Statue Model Sculpture
Located in Sale, GB
- A cast iron bronze model of the Whippet, England circa 1950. - The Whippet, renowned for its
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Mid-20th Century British Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of bronzed cast iron Italian Renaissance style fire andirons
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
A pair of bronzed cast iron Renaissance style andirons. Each with a figure of a cherub holding a
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

A "Grand Tour" Cast Iron Etruscan Vase/Urn
Located in Sheffield, MA
A “Grand Tour” Cast Iron Etruscan Vase 19th Century Depicting classical Greek figures, with
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Antique 19th Century Italian Vases

Materials

Iron

1930s Hubley Cast Iron Pink Basket of Roses and Phlox Floral Bouquet Doorstop
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Hubley cast iron doorstop showing a bouquet of yellow and pink roses along with blue and
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Historic Cast Iron Garden Urns, Neoclassical Campana Style, 1860
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Pair of cast iron garden urns, circa 1860 RSA Antiques Rare pair of garden urns Solid cast iron
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Antique 1860s Biedermeier Urns

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century French Cast-Iron Rooster Sculpture on Oval Base
Located in Dallas, TX
Celebrate the proud emblem of France with this impressive early 20th-century cast-iron rooster
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Early 20th Century French Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Victorian Style Cast Iron Floor Candelabra - 13 Cups
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing vintage Victorian style 13 cup candelabra. Features a black finish which has weathered and pitting consistently throughout the entire piece. Displays 13 ornate curved candle ...
Category

20th Century Victorian Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron and Brass Candleholder by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs, 1960s
By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Cast Iron and Brass Candleholder by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk Designs, 1960s Mid-Century
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century French Gothic Polished Black and Silver Cast Iron Strongbox Safe
Located in Dallas, TX
. Crafted, circa 1880, the 52 pound cast safe has a chic two-tone black and silver paint finish. The heavy
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Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Danish Cast Iron Tripod Moon Crater Dish Cabin Candelabra Midcentury Sculpture
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Uncommon form. Very matte grey/black, 2-piece, cast iron candelabra or dish with pierced lid. Heavy
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Pair of Early 20th Century Petite French Neoclassical Style Cast Iron Urns
Located in Pearland, TX
A terrific pair of antique French Neoclassical style petite cast iron mantel urns or planters
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Iron

Set of 3 Bill Curry Gold Bronze Finished Cast Iron Jacks Sculptures Atomic Age
By Bill Curry Design Line, Bill Curry
Located in Miami, FL
Curry of Design Line, 1967. Features a Mid-Century Modern atomic, geometric shape made out of cast iron
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Late 20th Century American Space Age Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Mid century cast iron sculpture of mythical horse and figure.
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a mid century vintage cast iron sculpture of a mythical horse with wings and a figure. The
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Napoleon Doorstop Standing on a Step Back Plinth, Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
American cast iron Napoleon doorstop standing on a three-tiered step back squared plinth, Late 19th
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Antique 1870s American American Empire Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Urn on Plinth
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Exceptional quality 19th Century Victorian Country House, cast iron urn on plinth. With lobed bowl
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Planters, Cachepots and Jard...

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Stylized Cast Iron Doorstop Sphinx with Pyramid and Original Paint
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Elegantly cast Art Deco Stylized Sphinx with Pyramid and in original paint Door Stop. Finished on
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Iron

French 18th Century Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Round Top, TX
A wonderful 18th century French cast iron mortar. A great vessel for flower arranging or storing
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Antique 18th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Beetle Cast Iron Shoe Horn or Boot Jack, Powder Coated Chartreuse, circa 1920 s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage boot jack in cast iron freshly powder coated in bright chartreuse. The cast iron object is
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Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Hubley Cast Iron Boxer / Boston Terrier Puppy Size Doorstop, Circa 1930
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Hubley Cast Iron Boxer / Boston Terrier 'Puppy Size' Doorstop, Circa 1930 An original Hubley cast
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20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Birdcage on Stand
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Very nice quality cast iron bird cage on original stand, with swinging perch, lift up door, lift
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Antique 19th Century European High Victorian Urns

Materials

Metal

Brutalist Cast Iron Fireplace Screen by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna – Sweden
By Husqvarna, Olle Hermansson
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
by Husqvarna in the 1960s. Crafted in solid cast iron, this piece is a bold example of Swedish
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Italian Reticulated Cast Iron Cachepot Planter
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful baroque style white reticulated cast iron cachepot planter Italy, circa mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Planters, Cachepots and Jardi...

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Iron

HOLMGREN ILLUMS BOLIGHUS. cast Iron candle holder 1960s Denmark
By Illum Bolighus, Christel Christer Holmgren
Located in Den Haag, NL
HOLMGREN ILLUMS BOLIGHUS. A cast iron candle holder. The way they make the cast iron, gives them a
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fire Dog by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden, 1960s
By Olle Hermansson
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
“Räven” by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna – 1960s A rare and striking cast iron sculpture from the
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

(6) Six MEDICI VASES IN CAST IRON 1850/1900 H: 60cm
Located in Madrid, ES
(6) Six MEDICI VASES IN CAST IRON 20th Century HEIGHT 60 cm DIAMETER 33 cm WIDTH 33 cm WEIGHT 15
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

(6) Six MEDICI VASES IN CAST IRON 1850/1900 H: 60cm
Located in Madrid, ES
(6) Six MEDICI VASES IN CAST IRON 19/20th Century HEIGHT 60 cm DIAMETER 33 cm WIDTH 33 cm WEIGHT
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Early 20th Century French Cast Iron Urns
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Beautiful pair of early 20th Century cast iron urns. Circa 1920.
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Early 20th Century French Country Urns

Materials

Iron

Beautiful cast iron Candlestick Holder Brutalist Era, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A large candlestick holder for four candles. Made of cast iron with a nice patina. Typically made
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Vintage 1960s German Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Iron

1950s French Blue and White Floral Cast Iron Planter
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron planter from France, circa 1950. Recalling the French countryside of a bygone era, cast
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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

French Figural Statue
By Mathurin Moreau
Located in New Orleans, LA
architectural designs and decorative cast iron works of art for nearly 150 years. Beginning in 1851, the firm
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Antique 19th Century French Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

A Rare Pair of 20th Century Animalier Cast Iron Hunting Dogs
Located in Dublin, IE
A rare pair of 20th Century animalier heavy cast iron sculptures depicting hunting dogs after H
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Mid-20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Four French Mid 19th Century Cast Iron Vases De Medicis
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and fine quality set of four French mid 19th century cast iron Vases de Medicis. Each
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Antique 19th Century French Vases

Materials

Iron

2 Vintage Sotaro Saegusa Zodiac Boar Pig Cast Iron Okimono Figural Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
the 1970's and are made of cast iron. In the shape of Zodiac wild boars or pigs. Geat abstract form
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large 19th Century English Cast Iron Urns
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large pair of late 19th Century English impressive cast iron urns, retaining the original paint
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Antique Late 19th Century English Country Urns

Materials

Iron

Circa 1900 Cast Iron Gold Gilding Moose Desk Set
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Neat gilded moose desk set with original inkwell, circa 1900. Made of cast iron with gold gilding
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Antique Early 1900s American Desk Sets

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Cast Iron Fleur de Lis Urns Planters Cachepots, circa 1940
Located in Pearland, TX
A lovely pair of French diminutive cast iron planters/urns, featuring an attractive and classic
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Vintage 1940s French Art Nouveau Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Hand Painted Preening Ducks on Squared Base, C 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron hand painted preening ducks resting on squared bases. Late 19th Century.
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Antique 1880s American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron 8.5" French Classical Style Small Table Top Urn Flower Vase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Iron 8.5" French Classical Style Small Table Top Urn Form Flower Vase with Black
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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Vases

Materials

Iron

Vintage Regency Cast Iron Swag Lidded Urns - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
vintage cast iron lidded urns. Modeled in the classic Neoclassical style, each urn features a graceful
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair Green Cast iron Urns, France Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
These green-painted cast iron urns are a beautiful example of French design. These early 20th
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Antique Early 1900s French Urns

Materials

Iron

Russian Sarapul Cast Iron Bronze Washed Horse Sculpture Candelabra Mid-Century
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Stylized plated or washed cast metal horse candleholder, weighs 1 lb.
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Vintage 1960s Russian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Antique 19th Century Cast Iron Royal Family Spain Portrait Medallion Plaque 7"
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa 19th century cast iron medallion / wall plaque depicting a portrait of King Charles IV of
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Colonial Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

French Valenzia Marble and Brass Surround Bistro Table circa 1930
Located in Southampton, GB
A Valenzia Marble Bistro Table with brass rimmed top and decorative cast iron painted base. Sturdy
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Mid-20th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Iron

19th Century Cast Iron French Figural Bird Heron Paper Clip or Letter Holder
By Susse Freres
Located in Haarlem, NL
Rare 19th century French heavy cast iron clip with spring in the shape of a birds head. Most
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Planters, England, Late 19th Century
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of cast iron planters. England, late 19th century.
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Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Planters, Cachepots and J...

Materials

Iron

Brutalist cast iron and brass candelabra by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark 1960 s
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Steenwijk, NL
design that is made out of cast iron and brass. It has 7 adjustable arms that can rotate in any position
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

Suite of Four Diminutive French Blue Painted Cast Iron Medici Vases, 19th C.
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… Dating to the 1800s, this set of four small painted cast iron vases
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Antique 19th Century French Vases

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of Musicians Mid Century Modern Bookends Sculptures in Cast Iron
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice pair of cast iron musicians, men, and woman the pair had a label that read made in Italy but
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern 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 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.