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Antique Cast Iron Chairs attributed to Robert Wood Foundry (Pair)
By Wood & Perot Ornamental Iron Works, Robert Wood (American)
Located in Carmel, NY
Perfect for your garden and fantastic garden parties all summer long. Heavy cast iron neoclassic
Category
Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Chairs
Materials
Iron
Sculptural Cast Iron & Bronze Accent Chair
By Chen Chen & Kai Williams
Located in New York, NY
Earthy and grounded cast iron chair with striking Kintsugi-inspired bronze "vein" detail by Chen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chairs
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Heavy Victorian Leaf Cast Iron Small Garden Bench Cast Iron
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique French Victorian grapevine leaf cast iron small garden bench loveseat.
Category
20th Century American Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
French Cast Iron Bench
Located in Stamford, CT
A French vine form cast iron bench ends now fitted and painted faux bois. Iron is, circa 1880.
Category
Antique 1880s Benches
Materials
Iron
Victorian Cast Iron Seat
Located in Cheshire, GB
Victorian cast iron seat. The serpentine scrolling and lattice pierced backrest entwined with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Benches
Materials
Iron
Patinated Cast Iron Barstool
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A patinated cast iron barstool with a dished wooden swivel seat and "pleated" apron on a leaning
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Stools
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron / Leather Chair 'Adjustable'
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century
Cast iron / leather chair w/ a unusual adjustable back ( Nail Head Trim
Category
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Materials
Iron
French Faux Bois Cast Iron Park Bench
Located in Stockton, NJ
A large French faux bois cast iron and wood park bench.
Category
Early 20th Century French Benches
Materials
Iron
French Art Deco Cast Iron Daybed on Casters
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive French art deco daybed constructed from cast iron. The bed features a headboard and
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Daybeds
Materials
Iron
19th century American decorative cast iron dentist chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century American decorative cast iron dentist chair, circa 1890.
Here we present a rare
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Decorative Cast Iron Chairs
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4133, very decorative pair of cast iron chairs, having tall backs with pierced foliage design
Category
Mid-20th Century Chairs
Materials
Iron
19th Century Antique Cast Iron Garden Chair
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Introduce a touch of timeless elegance to your outdoor space with our Antique Cast Iron Garden
Category
Antique 19th Century Chairs
Materials
Iron
19th Century Cast Iron & Wood Bench
Located in Praha, CZ
Beautiful antique cast iron bench from Eastern Europe in original condition with original patina.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Czech Benches
Materials
Iron
Stunning 19th Century Art Nouveau Cast Iron French Daybed
Located in Hastings, GB
An absolutely gorgeous cast iron day bed, made in France circa 1890, the deeply cast floral design
Category
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Daybeds
Materials
Iron
Antique Pink Cast Iron Base Adjustable Black Leather Stool
Located in New York, NY
Antique pink cast iron base adjustable black leather stool combines elegance and functionality
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Stools
Materials
Steel, Iron
Vintage French Cast Iron Chair
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron chair from France, produced circa 1960. A richly decorated garden chair with white and
Category
Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Side Chairs
Materials
Metal
Industrial Style Cast Iron and Reclaimed Wood Farmhouse Rustic Long Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Industrial Style Cast Iron and Reclaimed Wood Farmhouse Rustic Long Bench. Item features is heavy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Industrial Benches
Materials
Iron
Pair of Victorian Cast Iron Gothic Chapel Bench, circa 1860
Located in Faversham, GB
England.
The benches have cast iron legs and support arms with the maker’s name moulded into the iron
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
Antique Victorian 'Faux Bois' Cast Iron Garden Bench, c.1890
Located in London, GB
A beautifully designed 'faux bois' cast iron garden bench. c.1890
Designed to imitate the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Country Benches
Materials
Iron
Pair of Cast Iron Mid Century Stools
Located in New York, NY
A pair of cast iron mid century stools.
Cast iron with swan head details.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
Antique French Victorian Grapevine Leaf Cast Iron Small Garden Bench Loveseat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Victorian grape vine leaf cast iron small garden bench loveseat. Item features cast
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
H 28.5 in W 38.5 in D 24 in
Victorian English Cast Iron Chairs and Original Fabric
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful pair of English Victorian chairs made of cast iron and cotton.
The chairs have a
Category
Antique 1890s Italian Victorian Chairs
Materials
Cast Stone
Forged and Cast Iron Savonarola Stye Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a whimsical set of four mid-century forged and cast iron Savonarola -inspired arm chairs
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Coalbrookdale. Lily Pad pair of Aesthetic Movement cast iron garden benches
By Coalbrookdale Foundry
Located in London, GB
A pair of Aesthetic Movement cast iron garden benches, known as the Lily pad design, with fine fern
Category
Antique 1870s English Aesthetic Movement Benches
Materials
Berlin Iron
H 38.01 in W 61.51 in D 20.01 in
Antique French Victorian Cast Iron Foliate Leaf Pattern White Garden Chair, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Victorian Heavy Cast Iron Foliate Leaf Pattern White Garden Chairs, a Pair. Item
Category
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Chairs
Materials
Iron
H 34 in W 17.5 in D 19 in
Pair of gilt cast iron and leather armchairs. Italy, circa 1950.
By Maison Jansen
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of gilt cast iron and leather armchairs. Italy, circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron Passion Flower Two Seat Loveseat Bench After Coalbrookdale Company
By Coalbrookdale Foundry
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A rare Cast Iron Bench in the elaborate Passion Flower Pattern. This early botanical design
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
H 31.5 in W 37.5 in D 29 in
Antique American Victorian Cast Iron and Wood Tripod Pedestal Adjustable Stool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Victorian Cast Iron and Wood Tripod Pedestal Adjustable Stool. Circa 1900
Category
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Stools
Materials
Iron
H 19.23 in W 13 in D 13 in
Swedish Designer, Stool, Pine, Cast Iron, Sweden, 1984
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and hammered cast iron nail stool designed and produced in Sweden, inscription and dating of
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Stools
Materials
Iron
Antique English Victorian Cast Iron Wooden Slat Garden Seat Patio Park Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Victorian Cast Iron Wooden Slat Garden Seat Patio Park Bench. Cast iron leafy
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
Ilmari Tapiovaara Cast Iron and Oak Stools, Finland 1960's
By Ilmari Tapiovaara
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic pair of cast iron and oak stools, the bases are solid iron with a dimpled motif while the
Category
Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
Unusual Train / Bus Terminal Cast Iron and Wood bench ....Garden bench
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Train / Bus Terminal Cast Iron and Wood bench ....Wonderful design and proportion.. Several
Category
Early 20th Century American Gothic Benches
Materials
Iron
1980s Spanish Neobaroque Style Cast Iron Garden Bench Seat
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Spanish Neobaroque style cast iron garden bench seat.
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Benches
Materials
Iron
Set of five cast iron Coalbrookdale style garden chairs
Located in Cheshire, GB
Set of five cast iron Coalbrookdale-style garden chairs, having shaped backs and scrolling arms to
Category
Early 20th Century British Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Antique Cast Iron Grapevine Leaf Small Garden Patio Outdoor Plant Stand Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique cast iron grapevine leaf small garden patio outdoor plant stand bench. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
H 31 in W 32 in D 26 in
Dr C Dresser for Coalbrookdale Two ‘Medieval’ Pattern Cast Iron Garden Benches
By Coalbrookdale Foundry, Christopher Dresser
Located in London, GB
Dr C Dresser for Coalbrookdale. Two ‘Medieval’ pattern cast iron garden benches.
These particular
Category
Antique 1870s English Aesthetic Movement Benches
Materials
Iron
H 35 in W 60 in D 20 in
Antique Cast Iron Victorian Faux Bois Green Branch Twig Garden Bench Legs, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique cast iron Victorian Faux Bois branch green twig garden bench legs - pair. Item features
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
H 34.5 in W 47 in D 26.5 in
Antique Cast Iron Victorian Faux Bois Branch White Twig Garden Bench Legs, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique cast iron Victorian Faux Bois branch white Twig garden bench legs - pair. Item features
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
H 34.5 in W 47 in D 26.5 in
Antique Cast Iron and Oak Wood Long Victorian School Work Bench Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique cast iron and oakwood 72" long Victorian school work bench desk. Item features ornate cast
Category
Antique Late 19th Century North American Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
Folke Bensow, Cast Iron Garden Bench Nr. 3, Näfeqvarns Bruk, Sweden, 1920s
By Nafveqvarns Bruk, Folke Bensow
Located in Berlin, DE
cast iron and original pine wood.
Perfect Nordic Classicism from the 1920.
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Benches
Materials
Iron
H 33.27 in W 78.75 in D 25.99 in
4 1920s Wood Swivel Chairs On Cast Iron Bases
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Four 1920s wood swivel bar stools on iron bases. One chair has veneer missing, as shown in image 2.
Category
Vintage 1920s Stools
Materials
Iron
Unique Hand Forged Iron Bench, Cast Bronzed Details, Upholstered in Fortuny
By Ironies
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"One of a kind" unique hand forged iron bench, with cast bronze details, newly upholstered in a one
Category
Late 20th Century American Revival Stools
Materials
Iron, Bronze
H 20 in W 24 in D 17.75 in
English Armchair / Bench 19th Century Cast Iron and Teack
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Company - Abraham Darby
Material cast iron and teack
Maximum seat depth 33 cm
Historical references
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Baroque Armchairs
Materials
Iron
Original Charleston Battery Bench Cast Iron & Painted Cypress, 6 ft. double size
By Geo. C. BIrlant & Co.
Located in Charleston, SC
This is the original Charleston Battery Bench with heaviest weight cast iron sides made from the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
H 28 in W 72 in D 23 in
Art Specialty Co. Art Deco Cast Iron Winged Female Figural Vanity Bench/Stool
By Art Specialty Co
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is an absolutely fabulous art deco pattern bench with an amazing winged female figure in relief, draping a rose garland and topped with a radiating fan. The original colors, Bro...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Benches
Materials
Iron
H 21 in W 24 in D 12 in
Art Nouveau Cast Iron Vanity Bench W/ Cheetah Printed Hide
Located in Pasadena, CA
Antique Art Nouveau cast iron vanity bench with newly upholstered seat in a cool Cheetah printed
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Nouveau Stools
Materials
Iron
Art Deco / Nouveau Cast Iron Bench, Figural Violinist Motif, Painted
Located in Buffalo, NY
Charming and unusual Art Deco / Art Nouveau Cast Iron Bench, Wonderfully decorated and casted
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Benches
Materials
Iron
Studio Made Handcrafted Solid WALNUT + Cast Iron Tractor Seat STOOL / CHAIR
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Exquisite custom handcrafted Tractor Seat Stool, signed. Handcrafted from solid walnut and a cast
Category
Vintage 1970s Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Wrought Iron and Cast Bronze Hall Bench
Located in Essex, MA
Attributed to Oscar Bach. The ends with brass finials over decorative bronze splat, loose cushion seat, H form stretcher with gothic quatrifoil and diamond decoration.
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Benches
Materials
Wrought Iron
Original Charleston Battery Bench Cast Iron & Painted Cypress, 6 ft. double size
By Geo. C. BIrlant & Co.
Located in Charleston, SC
This is the original Charleston Battery Bench with heaviest weight cast iron sides made from the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Benches
Materials
Iron
H 28 in W 72 in D 23 in
Early 1900s Vintage Heavy Cast Iron Bar Stools- a Pair
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage cast iron swivel bar stools were designed and manufactured in the United States during the
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Iron
Vintage Industrial Antique Victorian Claw Foot Cast Iron Singer Sewing Stool
By Singer
Located in Sale, GB
Century.
- Cast iron base with signature claw foot design, reminiscent of the Victorian era.
- Seat is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Stools
Materials
Iron
H 25.2 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
19th Century Regency Period Cast Iron Rocking Chair
Located in London, GB
A Regency period cast iron rocking chair, having a rectangular back, with wrought iron scrolls to
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Rocking Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
Singer Stool in Cast Iron and Wood, 1920s
By Singer
Located in Tilburg, NL
Great original Singer stool from the 1920s.
Industrial furniture in its purest shape. Cast iron
Category
Early 20th Century English Industrial Stools
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century Stool Black Leather Cast Iron
By Thonet
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
legs with cast iron elements. The top has a newer leather top. Fits with Midcentury Modern and more
Category
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Stools
Materials
Leather, Wood
Antique Asian Gilt Bronze Cast Iron Ottoman
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent, rare and wonderfully unique Asian antique gilded bronze cast iron ottoman footstool
Category
Antique 19th Century Asian Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Iron
20th French Cast Iron Garden Chairs, Set of Four
Located in High Point, NC
in France in the 20th Century, the chairs are made of cast iron in order to be able to withstand all
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair 19thC English Cast Iron Pitch Pine Benches
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1880
Pair 19thC English Cast Iron Pitch pine Benches with London makers stamp (‘G.M & Hammer
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Iron
Suite of 6 Fun Stools, Cast Iron Base, Seat Covered in Velvet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
suite of 6 fun stools, cast iron base, seat covered in velvet;
the fabric is worn.
Category
Vintage 1970s European Modern Stools
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Set 6 Regency Modern Iron and cast aluminum Dining Chairs, Garden
By Woodard Furniture Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Set 6 Regency Modern Iron and cast aluminum Dining Chairs,,,Garden Stunning contrast,, White frames
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
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Cast Iron Seating For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of cast iron seating on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and wood. If you’re shopping for a piece of cast iron seating, we have 351 options in-stock, while there are 19 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect item from our selection of cast iron seating — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A choice in our collection of cast iron seating made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Pierre Guariche, Folke Bensow and J.M. Szymanski each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of cast iron seating that is worth considering.
How Much is a Cast Iron Seating?
Prices for a piece of cast iron seating start at $199 and top out at $39,500 with the average selling for $2,312.
Finding the Right Seating for You
With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.
Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.
Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.
The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.
Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.
With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.
Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.
No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.
Questions About Cast Iron Seating
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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.
- Who invented cast iron?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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.
- What are cast iron columns?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cast 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.
- Are cast iron columns hollow?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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, 2021Cast 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, 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.
- Do cast iron Firebacks work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, 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
To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.
- How do I hang a cast iron bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How 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
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cast 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.
- Do cast iron tables rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, 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.
- When were cast iron beds made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
- Does cast-iron furniture rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cast 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, 2023Cast 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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
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