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Metal Vintage Industrial Medical Surgery Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Adjustable medical wall light by Chromophare by Huper & Schmidt Hanover, Germany Beige metal
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20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Iron

Green Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Floor Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Green metal desk / low floor light 2 meter black cotton flex. Plug and Bakelite switch Diameter base 35 cm Weight: 2.90 kg / 6.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps h...
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Gray Metal Vintage Industrial Table Desk Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Grey metal desk light 2,5 meter black cotton flex, plug and switch Also available with US/UK plug Weight: 1.90 kg / 4.2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been m...
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Black Rubber Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Hanging Spot Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial hanging light. Rubber, iron and clear glass Weight: 4.30 kg / 9.5 lb Priced per
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Large Black Rubber Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Hanging Spot Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large industrial hanging light. Rubber, iron and clear glass Weight: 7.50 kg / 16.5 lb
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Black Metal Vintage Industrial Wall Ceiling Fixture
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Old vintage round wall / ceiling fixture. Black raw metal, four holes to mount. Weight: 1.0 kg / 2.2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by intern...
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Brown Mercury Glass Vintage Industrial Metal Scone Wall Lamp by Oxray
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mercury glass wall lamp by Oxray Metal with mirror glass shade Diameter wall mount 7 cm Weight: 0.90 kg / 2 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable...
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Brown Mercury Glass Vintage Industrial Brass Scones Wall Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mercury glass wall lamp Metal and brass with mirror glass shade Diameter wall mount 10 cm Weight: 0.60 kg / 1.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made sui...
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Werkstattlampe Pendants
Located in Los Angeles, CA
german industrial Werkstattlampe, cast iron fixture, with screw-on glass casing and enameled metal
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Early 20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron, Metal

Vintage Dark Green Bauhaus Desk Lamp from Kandem Leuchten, 1930s
By Kandem
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage Bauhaus classic dark green KANDEM desk lamp made in Germany during the 1930s. - Cast iron
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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Large Oak Desk Lamp
By Temde Leuchten
Located in London, GB
1960’s. Dark oak, cast iron base, steel globe. Nice condition. Rewired
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Antique German Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand with Holly and Berry Motif
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This exquisite antique German cast iron Christmas tree stand features a charming holly and berry
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Antique German Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand with Santa Claus, Hand-Painted
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This charming antique German cast iron Christmas tree stand features a beautifully hand-painted
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

19th Century German Cast Iron Strong Box or Ammunition Chest on Wheels
Located in Haarlem, NL
19th century. Rectangular strongbox of sheet iron with cast and wrought iron reinforced edges and
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique German Cast Iron Novelty Go-To-Bed Match Striker, Cat
Located in Bath, GB
I believe that this fabulous figural match striker / Go-To-Bed to be German in origin retaining two
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Antique 1880s German Late Victorian Decorative Boxes

An Early Karl Freidrich Schinkel Cast-Iron Garden Bench
By Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Located in Chicago, IL
A GERMAN CAST-IRON BENCH AFTER THE DESIGN BY KARL FRIEDRICH SCHINKEL, 19TH CENTURY This is a
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Antique 19th Century German Neoclassical Patio and Garden Furniture

Antique Cast Iron Relief Charger from Germany, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron charger from Germany was hand-worked in the 1800s. The low-relief image, in this
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Antique 19th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Iron

German Art Deco Style Green Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, 1950s
Located in Barntrup, DE
Art Deco style green and golden color cast iron Christmas tree stand, Germany, 1950s. Dimensions
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Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This beautiful Art Deco green and golden color cast iron Christmas tree stand, was made in Germany
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Vintage 1930s German Folk Art Architectural Elements

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Santa Claus Belsnickle Tree Stand German, circa 1920
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A decorative cast iron Christmas tree stand. Some wear with a nice patina and little paint missing
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Vintage 1920s German More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This beautiful Art nouveau silver color cast iron Christmas tree stand, was made in Germany, in the
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Vintage 1910s German Folk Art Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Iron

Art Nouveau Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1910s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This beautiful Art nouveau green and golden color cast iron Christmas tree stand, was made in
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Vintage 1910s German Folk Art Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th C. German Neurenberg Cast Iron Strong Box or Ammunition Chest on Wheels
Located in Haarlem, NL
wheels from the first half of the 19th century. Rectangular strongbox of sheet iron with cast and
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

German Blue Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Clear Glass Pendant Lights
By Schaco
Located in Amsterdam, NL
German industrial pendant light. Grey, blue enamel, white interior. Cast iron top, clear glass
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Early 20th Century Hubley Cast Iron German Shepard Doorstop, circa 1930s
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century Hubley cast iron German Shepard doorstop, circa 1930s.
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Early 20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Mid-century umbrella stand / wastebasket, cast iron and teak, Germany, 1960s
Located in Forserum, SE
A modernist umbrella stand or wastebasket, crafted from black perforated metal with a green cast
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Steel, Chrome, Iron

Modernist Sculptural Brutalist Tripod cast iron metal Candleholder Germany 1970s
By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Sculptural candleholder Origin: Germany Material: cast iron Decade: 1970s
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

1920 Adjustable Cast-Iron Drafting Table
Located in Surrey, BC
the mid-1940s. From the limited markings we have determined it is German. The stool , light and ruler
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Vintage 1920s German Machine Age Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Beautiful Highly Decorative Cast Iron Letter Scale Antique, German, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Decorative German Letter Scale with Porcelain Enamel Face, Marked D.R.G.M. An elegant and highly
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Antique Early 1900s German Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

1930 s Industrial Drafting Table German Factory Cast Iron Steel Top Counterbalance
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Kuhlmann Brand Architect Industrial Designer Engineers Drafting Table with Rolled Steel Top. Heavy Patina to all Surfaces, Fairly Smooth Work Area. Brass and Steel Detailings, Variou...
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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron, Brass

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
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Antique 19th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

European Christmas Tree Stand in Cast Iron, circa 1900
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A German-Austrian green painted Christmas tree stand in cast iron from the early 1900s. Decorated
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Early 20th Century German Folk Art Religious Items

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Tripod Side Table Étagère Animal Legs
Located in Munich, DE
This elegant and versatile cast iron tripod side table doubles as an étagère. It features finely
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Antique 1860s German Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair of Berlin Cast Iron Mirrors
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Berlin cast iron circular mirrors. Fire gilt cast iron.
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Antique Early 1800s German Neoclassical Wall Mirrors

Materials

Berlin Iron

Pair of Large Rustic Architectural Cast Iron Mirrors
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
in the spider web design. Original red paint on cast iron.
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Antique Late 19th Century German Industrial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Pot or Kettle
Located in Casteren, NL
Early 19th. c. cast iron pot or kettle used for cooking made from one piece. Originates Germany
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Early 20th Century German Pottery

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Pot or Kettle
Located in Casteren, NL
Early 19th century cast iron pot or kettle used for cooking made from one piece. Originates
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Antique Early 19th Century German Pottery

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Mirror Ship Porthole
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An antique heavy duty porthole made of cast iron. A mirror has been placed inside. The whole has a
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Early 20th Century German Industrial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Factory Stool by Pfaff in the Style of Singer
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This cast iron factory stool was designed and made by the company Pfaff around the 1930s and was
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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Stools

Materials

Iron

vintage cast iron table in the manner of Diego Giacometti - 1980s
By Diego Giacometti
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
- vintage coffee table in the style of Diego Giacometti 170 cm x 70 cm x 41 cm
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Vintage 1980s German Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base and Brass, 1960s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base and Brass German, 1960s Vintage floor lamp with a brass
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Brass

Singer Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Stool
By Singer Sewing Machine Co.
Located in Markington, GB
Singer cast iron vintage Industrial stool Measures: H 44 / 63cm, D 30cm, W 30cm.
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Early 20th Century German Industrial Stools

Materials

Metal

Green Gray Aluminum Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Street Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Street wall light. Aluminum body with cast iron base. Weight 3.50 kg / 7.7 lb Priced per
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Large 1890s Crafted Cast Iron Coat Rack with Rifle Hunting Theme Still Life
Located in Lisse, NL
and significance of this wonderful work of hunting art. This finely detailed and heavy cast iron
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Vintage Industrial Gray Enamel Cast Iron Old Train Station Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Old German train station light by Pötter & Schütze GmbH Light grey enamel met big cast iron top
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Vintage Industrial Blue Enamel Cast Iron Old Train Station Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Old train station light. Dark blue enamel with big cast iron top. White interior. Weight: 12.3
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Wall Ceiling Lamps Scones (2x)
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wall or ceiling scone Gray cast iron with clear glass For use inside Weight: 5.40 kg / 11.9
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Blue Gray Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Train station Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Old train station lights. Grey blue enamel with big cast iron top. White interior. Weight: 10.0
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Mythological Cast Iron Bowl with Openwork Design – Historicism Era
Located in Hamburg, DE
This small yet richly detailed cast iron bowl is a fine example of 19th-century Historicism, a
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Antique 1870s German Belle Époque Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Shelves by Max H Konig
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century cast iron shelves by Max H Konig - Cast iron feet and frame - Distinctive
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Vintage 1910s German Industrial Shelves

Materials

Iron

German Mercury Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century German fireback with the god Mercury. God of commerce. The fireback is made of cast
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20th Century German Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Lacquered Brass Max Kohl Type Didactic Balance Device
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
cast iron base with a circular foot below a tapered post with a divot in the top in which the point of
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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

German Mercury Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
20th century German fireback with the god Mercury. God of commerce. The fireback is made of cast
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20th Century German Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Tripod Two, Tier Etagere, Circa 1880
By Zimmerman Workshop
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A cast metal tripod  Two -tier etagere attributed to Zimmermann of Hanau, circa 1880. Cast
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Antique Late 19th Century German Classical Roman Side Tables

Materials

Zinc

19th Century Iron Hubley German Shepard Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine all original painted 19th century German Shepard cast iron door stop is made by the
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Paperweights

Materials

Iron

1 of 16 Limburg Geometric Glass and Cast Iron Outdoor/Indoor Flushmount Lights
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Rijssen, NL
moist can occur. Limburg is a manufacturer of high-end lighting form Germany. The companies shows
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Iron

17th Century German Gothic Religious Theme Fireback
Located in Amerongen, Amerongen
cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The fireback is in a good condition and does not have cracks.
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Antique 17th Century German Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

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German Cast Iron For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic German cast iron available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and glass, every German cast iron was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a German cast iron — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A German cast iron is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Industrial, Victorian and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made German cast iron over the years, but those crafted by Glashütte Limburg, VEB Leuchten and Bünte und Remmler are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a German Cast Iron?

Prices for a German cast iron can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $69 and can go as high as $103,635, while the average can fetch as much as $950.
Questions About German Cast Iron
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.