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Brutalist Modernist Cast Iron Stylized Bull Sculpture with Patina Finish
Located in San Diego, CA
. The sculpture dates from the 1960's. Made of cast iron metal and has a wonderful applied aged patina
Category

Mid-20th Century American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Artdeco swedish Husqvarna cast iron mortuary vases from the 1920´s
By Husqvarna
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The timeless elegance of the 1920s with a remarkable pair of patinated cast iron Art Deco mortuary
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Vases

Materials

Iron

19th Century Dress Form with Cast Iron Ball Claw Feet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
19th Century dress form with cast iron ball claw feet.
Category

Antique 19th Century Figurative Sculptures

Cast Iron Outdoor Garden Vase from Pecherard, France, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cast Iron Outdoor Garden Vase from Pecherard, France, 1970s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1970
Category

20th Century French Vases

Materials

Metal

Vintage Sculptural Cast Iron Gilt Fishbowl with Artistic Frog and Foliage Design
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
An artistic art deco fishbowl crafted from gilt cast iron and topped with a rounded glass bowl. The
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Unusual Cast Iron Led World Globe. ROTATING. sculpture / desk accessory
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Cast Iron & Led World Globe. ROTATING. sculpture / desk accessory, Smooth 360* rotation
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Lead

18th Century French Louis XV Enfilade or Sideboard
Located in Winter Park, FL
panel doors with simple hand carved borders and decorative cast iron escutcheons. Original iron hardware
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Sideboards

Materials

Iron

Napoleon III enamelled cast-iron planter, Japanese decor, France, circa 1880
Located in Paris, FR
Rare planter with base in brown enameled cast iron, decorated with palms in relief. This palm
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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Grouping of Cast Iron Hand Painted Door Stops. Circa 1890
Located in Charleston, SC
Grouping of cast iron hand painted door stops. Set consist of dogs, cats, ships, and anvil. Late
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Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Large Weathered Cast Iron Standing Statue of a Hunting Dog A very handsome Chap
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Weathered Cast Iron Standing Statue of a Hunting Dog A very handsome Chap, he is standing
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Vintage 1950s Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

PAIR Antique French Cast Iron Jardiniere Large Footed Cache Pot Planter c1880
Located in Shreveport, LA
PAIR Antique French Cast Iron Jardiniere Large Footed Cache Pot Planter c1880. Direct from France
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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Unique Cast Iron Leaf Platter: A Possible Prototype with Historic Design Roots
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
Unique cast red painted iron decorative leaf platter. A platter possibly a prototype, made of cast
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century Painted Cast Iron Planter Vases from France
Located in Dallas, TX
Originally from France, this pair of cast iron vases would make wonderful planters for either
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Antique 19th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Metal, Iron

Danish 19th Century Ancient Greek Style Cast Iron Vase
Located in Kastrup, DK
Cast iron vase in the ancient style. Black, red and burnt orange decorations. In original and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Classical Greek Vases

Materials

Metal

A pair of French hand painted cast iron foo dogs in a Chinese style, circa 1900
Located in Central England, GB
, designed in the Chinese decorative style. They are solidly cast with great detail and have a rich hand
Category

Early 20th Century French Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Art Deco Cast Iron Decorative Panels
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
These Art Deco cast iron panels were made for Regis House, a site developed by the well-known
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Panelling

Materials

Iron

Pair of Vintage Pagoda Lanterns, Japanese, Cast Iron Tea Light Holders, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage Pagoda lanterns. A Japanese, painted cast iron tea light holder, dating
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Candle Lamps

Materials

Iron

Regency Iron Allium Bulb Room Warmer
Located in Greenwich, CT
octagonal ribs, with integral lid and decorated footed base, constructed of heavy cast iron. Sinuous shape
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Antique 1810s English Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Pair Art Nouveau Cast Iron Painted Jardinieres ~ Urns
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Art Nouveau cast iron painted jardinieres ~ Urns are ready to add timeless symmetry to your
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

BRIAND, Le Verrier Edition, Dancer with a hoop, cast iron sculpture
By Max Le Verrier
Located in Mouscron, WHT
BRIAND (20th century) LE VERRIER Workshop Dancer with a hoop, cast iron sculpture with greenish
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Vintage 1930s Croatian Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Metal

Decorative Pair of Cast Iron Fireback Interior Panels
Located in London, GB
A decorative pair of cast iron fireback interior panels. The centre panels with putti and foliage
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Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Jens Quistgaard pair of cast iron and brass candlesticks for Dansk .Denmark
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great design in this pair of cast iron candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard , by Dansk, marked JHQ plus
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Iron

Cast iron relief by Anna Petrus for Näfveqvarns Bruk, Sweden, ca 1925
By Anna Petrus, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking relief by Anna Petrus, made from cast iron. Beautiful, energetic motif of a lion with a
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...

Materials

Iron

Decorative 19th Century Cast Iron Nautical Anchor Rope Side Table
Located in Norwich, GB
Decorative 19th century nautical cast iron anchor & rope side table with teak round top. British
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Beautiful Cherub Angel Head Door Knocker, Cast Iron, German, 19th Century
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic 19th century German cherub angel head door knocker, made of heavy metal (maybe cast iron
Category

Antique 19th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Cast iron relief by Anna Petrus for Näfveqvarns Bruk, Sweden, ca 1925
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Anna Petrus
Located in Stockholm, SE
Striking relief by Anna Petrus, made from cast iron. Beautiful motif of grapes on a vine. Anna
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardin...

Materials

Iron

Lyons by Antoine Durenne Was a French Cast Iron "Offer Free Shipping in Florida"
By A. Durenne
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
was a French cast iron and bronze foundry, active, especially in Paris, France, between 1847 and 1930
Category

Antique 1880s French Classical Roman Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Raoul Larche, Vintage catchall, Vide Poche, Proof in Pewter Cast Iron, Signed
By François-Raoul Larche
Located in London, GB
the human form and fluid design. Cast in pewter cast iron by the esteemed Siot-Decauville foundry
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Iron, Pewter

Antique Cast Iron Top Hat Spittoon or Vase for Standard
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An unusual and beautiful original patina cast iron spittoon vase having the form of a gentleman's
Category

20th Century American Vases

Materials

Metal

Small Cast Iron Oval Planter, France Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
This French late 19th-century or early 20th-century small cast iron planter embodies Neoclassical
Category

Early 20th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Small Cast Iron Oval Planter, France Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
This French late 19th-century small cast iron planter embodies Neoclassical elegance in a compact
Category

Early 20th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Small Cast Iron Oval Planter, France Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
This French late 19th-century small cast iron planter embodies Neoclassical elegance in a compact
Category

Early 20th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century French Cast Iron Medici Urns with Original Patina
Located in Dallas, TX
sculptural elements. These stately cast iron planters will bring enduring French charm and classical balance
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Classical Roman Urns

Materials

Iron

Decorative Mid 19th Century Cast Iron Register Grate
Located in London, GB
A mid 19th century cast iron register grate with scrolled folliage and flower decoration on front
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Pair of Early 19th Century Prussian Cast Iron Vases Urns Fer De Berlin
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A beautiful pair of cast iron vases (urns) on pedestal, attributed to the Royal Prussian Iron
Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Urns

Materials

Berlin Iron, Iron

Pair of wooden pillars with attached cast iron vases, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique Pair of dark green lacquered wooden pillars with attached cast iron vases, they are not
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Antique 19th Century Italian Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Birdbath with Wavy Rim and Decorative Birds
Located in Marbella, ES
A charming birdbath crafted from cast iron with a delicate, aged white finish. Its wide, undulating
Category

Late 20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Antique German Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand with Angel and Cherub Motif
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This stunning antique German cast iron Christmas tree stand features a richly detailed design
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda, Large Candleholder in Cast Iron
Located in København, Copenhagen
Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda, large candleholder in cast iron with mouth blown glass. In very good
Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Pair of English Regency Silvered Cast Iron Egg-and-Dart Urns, Early 19th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of English Regency Silvered Cast Iron Egg-and-Dart Urns, Early 19th Century This refined pair
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Urns

Materials

Iron

Large 19th Century Wicker Dog Bed Log Basket on Original Cast Iron Wheels
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
tall sides for transporting wool, it has two small iron axles with cast iron wheels. Would make a
Category

Antique 19th Century Early Victorian Decorative Baskets

Materials

Iron

Empire Period Casted Iron and Bronce Fireplace Front, France, 19th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
piece features a cast iron structure accented with bronze detailing, showcasing the craftsmanship and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Romantic Natural Specimens

Materials

Bronze

Scottish Cast Iron Decorative Umbrella Stand, Carron Company, Circa 1850
Located in Charleston, SC
Scottish cast iron umbrella stand with decorative urns, swags, and floral motif resting on a molded
Category

Antique 1850s Scottish Early Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Antique Silvered Cast Iron Victorian Door Stop Duke of Wellington Irish Interest
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stylish and quite rare heavy gauge silvered chisel Cast Iron Victorian Door Stop of exceptional
Category

Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Busts

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Silver Plate

21st Century Candle Holder Torchère Indoor Outdoor Black Cast Iron
By Benedikt Bolza Design, B.B. for Reschio
Located in Lisciano Niccone, Perugia
An iron torchère on simple tripod base These come together with six Sicilian candles, the heavy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Torchères

Materials

Steel

Massive Cast Iron Scallop Shell Attributed to the Val D Osne Foundry
By Val D Osne Foundry
Located in London, by appointment only
A very large-scale early 19th century naturalistically cast iron scallop shell, France, circa 1820
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Mounted Objects

Group of American Painted Cast Iron and Polisherd Steel Doorstops. Circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
Group of American cast iron doorstops / bookends. Set consist of Scottie, Rabbit, Ram, Swan
Category

Antique 1880s American Second Empire Animal Sculptures

Mid-Century Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder by Jens H. Quistgaard, 1960s
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Danish Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder by Jens H. Quistgaard for Paro, 1960s, in Very
Category

20th Century Danish Brutalist More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Danish Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder by Jens H. Quistgaard
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Danish Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder by Jens H. Quistgaard, 1960s, in Very Good
Category

20th Century Danish Brutalist More Candle Holders

Materials

Metal

Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Female Figures Holding Pestle and Mortar
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of 19th century cast iron female figures holding pestle and mortar. A lovely pair of
Category

Antique 1860s Classical Roman Figurative Sculptures

Pair of 19th C. French Neoclassical Cast Iron Cassolettes Urns on Marble Bases
Located in Dallas, TX
. Crafted in France circa 1890 from patinated cast iron and mounted on tiered green marble bases, each urn
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Urns

Materials

Marble, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Decorative Glass Plate with Iron Base by Argentine A. Churba
By Alberto Churba
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 20th century Mid-Century Modern large decorative glass plate with iron base by argentine
Category

Vintage 1970s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century English Iron Doorstop
Located in High Point, NC
19th century English doorstop cast from iron. The handle on the top makes it easily moveable. the
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Cast Buffalo Statue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, detailed pose. Cast in heavy metal, possibly iron or bronze-finished spelter, the piece features remarkable
Category

Late 20th Century American Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda, Large Candle Holder in Cast Iron and Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Erik Hoglund for Kosta Boda. Large candle holder in cast iron with mouth-blown glass. Mid-20th
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda, Large Candle Holder in Cast Iron with Art Glass
Located in København, Copenhagen
Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda, large candle holder in cast iron with mouth blown glass. Mid 20th
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Antique Ornamental Planter, English, Cast Iron Jardiniere, Victorian, 1850
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique ornamental planter. An English, heavy enamelled cast iron jardiniere
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs 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.