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Art Deco Period Cast Iron Desk or Table Lamp with Copper Adjustable Shade
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A rare desk lamp from the Art Deco period. The base is made of heavy cast iron, the shade is made
Category

Vintage 1920s Belgian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Copper

Bespoke Walnut Desk with Cast Iron Legs Industrial Modern Work Custom Table
Located in Oakville, CT
, "Brown & Sharpe" Cast iron legs and steel stretcher. Overall dimensions measure 72" x
Category

2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Art Deco French Brass & Glass Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Holophane glass, brass and cast iron desk light / table lamp 2,5 meter black cotton wire
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Art Deco French Brass & Glass Table Desk Light
Art Deco French Brass & Glass Table Desk Light
H 22.45 in W 9.45 in D 11.82 in
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
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Desk Sets

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Banks
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century early 20th century adorable cast iron banks ( set of 8 ) Measurements of items
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Cast Iron Banks
Cast Iron Banks
H 6.25 in W 2 in D 4 in
White Opaline Glass Vintage Industrial Banker Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
White opaline glass, cast iron desk light / banker’s lamp 2,5 meter black cotton flex, plug and
Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Vintage Scottie Dog Cast Iron Paperweight
Located in San Diego, CA
A wonderful vintage Scottie dog cast iron paperweight, circa 1940s. The piece is in very good
Category

Early 20th Century American Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Industrial Vintage Adjustable c 1930 Cast Iron Drafting Table
Located in Hudson, NY
Industrial Vintage Adjustable c 1930 Cast Iron Drafting Table, nice early drafting table with
Category

Vintage 1930s Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

White Opaline Glass Vintage Industrial Banker Light Table Desk Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
White opaline glass, cast iron desk light / banker’s lamp 2,5 meter black cotton flex, plug and
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Grouping of Cast Iron Miniature Buildings
Located in Norwalk, CT
Including monumental miniatures book.
Category

20th Century Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Grouping of Cast Iron Miniature Buildings
Grouping of Cast Iron Miniature Buildings
H 8.25 in W 2.25 in D 1.75 in
Origin Made Cast Hammer in Lacquered Cast Iron
By Keiji Takeuchi
Located in Porto, 13
so that it can stand on its own. This one-off piece comes in solid cast iron with a pebbled texture
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Paperweights

Materials

Iron

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
By Wooton Desk Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
was made in Indiana, circa 1880 by the Wooton Desk Co. Made of walnut and burled walnut. Black cast
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Desks

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
19th Century Standard Grade Wooton Desk
H 64.5 in W 41.25 in D 31.25 in
Antique American Industrial Small Drafting Table Work Desk Cast Iron Solid Wood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American industrial small drafting table work desk cast iron hardware solid wood. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Angelo Mangiarotti Rare desk with single cast iron foot - Italian Design 1970s
By La Sorgente Dei Mobili, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Milan, IT
the same essence is linked to the leg in cast iron and steel, the true aesthetic fulcrum of the desk
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze

Bespoke Industrial Oak and Cast Iron Splay-Leg Table
Located in Oakville, CT
Bespoke cast iron, steel and oak splay-leg Industrial modern style desk, table / table base. Built
Category

2010s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black painted cast iron dog nut cracker. The condition is very good and in working order.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
H 6 in W 12.25 in D 4.5 in
Cast Iron Banks 'Set of 4'
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century cast iron banks ( set of 4 ) Measurements of items individually Iron mailbox
Category

Antique 19th Century Desk Sets

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Banks 'Set of 4'
Cast Iron Banks 'Set of 4'
H 3.5 in W 2.5 in D 3 in
Antique Floral Bouquet Cast Iron Door Stop
Located in South Salem, NY
Charming cast iron doorstop with a cheerful flower basket design, made in England circa 1880
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Antique American Industrial Iron and Maple Childs School Writing Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American industrial iron and maple childs school writing desk. Item features a lower cubby
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Art Nouveau Small Cast Iron Figural Butterfly Door Stop Bookend
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Nouveau Small Cast Iron Figural Butterfly Door Stop Bookend. Circa Early 1900s
Category

Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Desk Sets

Materials

Iron

Antique Industrial Cast Iron Drafting / Drawing Table by Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
range when top is flat: 37″ – 48″ Materials: Cast Iron & wood
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

School bench and table with cast iron frame 19th Century
Located in Udenhout, NL
Beautiful school bench and table with cast iron frame from the 19th Century. Recuperated out of
Category

Antique 1880s French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

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

Antique Late 19th Century French Desk Sets

Materials

Iron

Drafting Table Cast Iron Tripod Leg Anderson Industrial Table Brooklyn
By Anderson
Located in East Hampton, NY
The drafting table is antique cast iron tripod leg with wood tilt top. Adjustable height and angle
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

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

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Inkwells

Materials

Iron

Sculptural Cast Iron Pedestal and Glass Industrial Dining / Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural cast iron pedestal base and glass Industrial dining / work table. Beautiful patina on
Category

Antique Early 1900s North American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Sculptural Cast Iron Pedestal and Glass Industrial Dining / Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural cast iron pedestal base and glass Industrial dining / work table. Beautiful patina on
Category

Antique Early 1900s North American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Sculptural Cast Iron Pedestal and Glass Industrial Dining / Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural cast iron pedestal base and glass Industrial dining / work table. Beautiful patina on
Category

Antique Early 1900s North American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Drafting Table by A. Hoffman Co. 1910 Rochester, NY
By A. Hoffman Co.
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
1910 drafting table by A. Hoffman Co. blackened cast iron and steel with wood. Stamped "Peerless
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Lion Base Blue Leather Ships Captains Swivel Office Chair
Located in GB
a solid cast iron base with Lion head detailing A very good looking and decorative chair, the
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

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
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Amish Man and Woman Couple Bookends, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique cast iron Amish man and woman couple bookends - a pair. Item features nice small size
Category

Early 20th Century Primitive More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Antique Braise Cast Iron Flat Press Laundry Trivet, France, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
This cast iron trivet is particular Because it was created to put braises inside. This type of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Industrial Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Geometric 'Etoile' Star Curios
Located in London, GB
century. Iron, naturally patinated. One has damage, priced accordingly. Can be used hanging or
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

3 Antique Victorian Cast Iron Sad Flat Press Laundry Cloth Irons Trivet
Located in Dayton, OH
1991 California Set of three antique sad irons / flat irons, sized for pressing different items, one “standard” size, one medium narrower with painted accents, and one small one with...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Antique Hand Carved Gothic Revival Desk with Leather Top and Wrought Iron Hinges
Located in Lisse, NL
. Combined with the hand forged, wrought iron hinges, the cast iron lock plates and the perfectly hand carved
Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Desks

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Vintage Architects, Draftsmans Desk
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
1940'S Vintage Architects, Draftsmans Desk. Solid Teak Top with heavy cast iron base set on wooden
Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Architects, Draftsmans Desk
Vintage Architects, Draftsmans Desk
H 28.75 in W 29.93 in D 22.84 in
Antique Dolphin Sculpture Paperclip Paperweight Cast Iron Aquatic Mammal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
made out of cast iron. Its eyes are made out of glass and it can open its mouth and hold papers or
Category

Antique 1850s Victorian Desk Accessories

French Hollywood Regency Style Mahogany Writing Desk
Located in Plainview, NY
mahogany and has one large drawer standing on cast iron scissor legs with brass ornaments. The drawer is
Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Gothic Desk w. Hand Carved Church Windows, Holy Men, Chimeras & Drawers
Located in Lisse, NL
cast iron. The overal Gothic design and the many Gothic carvings are what make this desk stand out from
Category

Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Elegant Italian Desk Convertible into Sewing Machine
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Milano, IT
find a cast-iron riser that allowed easy movement of the mechanism by foot pedals. The table top rises
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

Victorian Brass Knob and Bevelled Iron Paperweight, England 1840's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Rectangular Solid Bevelled Iron and Brass Knob Paper Weight, Mid 19th Century. This truly charming
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Paperweights

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mid-Century Japanese Iron Kewpie Paperweights Sculptures Metal Arts Birds
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare pair of cast iron Kewpie birds; mother and child. Large one weighs approx. 2.5 lbs. and is 4
Category

20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Classic Antique Industrial Tilt Swivel Desk / Task Chair, Curtiss-Wright Corp
By Sikes Chair Company, Curtiss Aircraft
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Antique American Industrial Tilt Swivel desk / task chair. attributed to the Sikes Chair
Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Iron

Original Antique English Vintage Singer Desk Swivel Chair
By Singer
Located in Stockbridge, GB
industry, the centrepiece of the collection a stool with a cast-iron base and wooden seat. This chair
Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rare Antique Adjustable Swivel Oak Desk Chair with Floating Back Rest c.1926
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A rare antique solid Oak desk chair with curved legs, cast iron mechanism, original label
Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Brass, Iron

Desk Chair by Roux-Spitz Adjustable Swivel Rosewood Beige French Modernist
By Michel Roux-Spitz
Located in Ettlingen, DE
Rare office chair, desk chair, armchair by the important French designer Michel Roux-Spitz Glossy
Category

20th Century French Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel, Iron

Faux Bamboo Campaign Style Burlwood Desk or Writing Table
By Hooker Furniture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
the sides show cast iron x-supports with medallion detail. Brass finished caps applied at the knees
Category

Vintage 1950s American Campaign Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Burl

Knoll International Complete Office Warren Platner Desk and Sideboards
By Warren Platner
Located in Köln, NRW
columns with special cast iron foot brackets chrome-plated, table top covered with black leather/edge
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

1940s Herbert Terry Anglepoise Draughtsman's Task Desk Lamp No 1209 Industrial
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
original paint with great patina, original Crabtree Bakelite bulb holder and crinkle painted cast iron base
Category

Vintage 1940s British Industrial More Desk Accessories

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

21st Century Antigua Writing Desk in Carbalho by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
By Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Antigua desk, with its sculptural design and its luxurious charm, is the perfect centerpiece for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Cool Ink Well designed as a Godin iron stove from the late 19th Century
By Godin
Located in Knivsta, SE
Cool Ink Well designed as a Godin iron stove from the late 19th Century. Made in France in cast
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Inkwells

Materials

Iron

Rare Walnut Desk in the Anglo-Japanese Style Designed by Thomas Jeckyll
By Charles Hindley & Sons, Thomas Jeckyll
Located in London, GB
-Japanese work. The ‘Key’ design on the desk appears on many of Jeckyll’s designs including the cast iron
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Anglo-Japanese Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Outstanding Gothic Revival Tiger Oak Desk w. Quality Carved Church Window Panels
Located in Lisse, NL
carvings all around. Have you also noticed the mint condition, cast iron hinges on the doors? They are like
Category

Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Desks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Wood Child’s School Desk Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Wood Child’s School Desk Chair Item features cast iron hardware
Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Oak

Captain Armchair Early-20th Century Wooden Desk Chair With Soft Seat
Located in Opole, PL
seat and a carved, arched backrest that transitions into armrests, ending with a heavy cast-iron base
Category

Early 20th Century European Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Metal American Industrial Cast Iron Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
American goose neck desk light. Flexible arm with metal shade. Cast iron base. Black cotton wire
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

Art Deco Period Cast Iron-Brass Desk Lamp
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful Art Deco desk lamp in industrial style. The base is made of cast iron, the arm is made of
Category

Early 20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Art Deco Period Cast Iron-Brass Desk Lamp
Art Deco Period Cast Iron-Brass Desk Lamp
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H 11.03 in W 17.72 in D 3.55 in
Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Cast Iron Base, 1920s
Located in Faversham, GB
Original gooseneck industrial desk lamp. Cast iron base with flexible gooseneck stem and spun steel
Category

20th Century British Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic cast iron desk available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, every cast iron desk was constructed with great care. There are 215 variations of the antique or vintage cast iron desk you’re looking for, while we also have 10 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the cast iron desk you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each cast iron desk bearing Industrial, Victorian or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cast iron desk over the years, but those crafted by Erpe, Get Back, Inc. and Emeralite are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Cast Iron Desk?

The average selling price for a cast iron desk at 1stDibs is $1,150, while they’re typically $64 on the low end and $18,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Cast Iron Desk
  • 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 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

    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 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 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 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 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 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

    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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether 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, 2023
    To 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.