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Early 20th Century Antique Wood And Iron Gopher
Located in New Orleans, LA
fine finish that preserves loads of wear, stains and separations for antique character. Four cast iron
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Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Primitives

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Antique Wood And Iron Gopher
Early 20th Century Antique Wood And Iron Gopher

Early 20th Century Antique Wood And Iron Gopher

H 13 in W 50.5 in D 23.5 in
Monumental 6 Piece Louis XVI Bronze Fireplace Tools Stand and Tools Set
Located in Germantown, MD
stand out in your fireplace decor. Comes with a complimentary primitive cast iron fireplace waffle maker
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Antique Late 19th Century American Louis XVI Fireplace Tools and Chimney...

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Monumental 6 Piece Louis XVI Bronze Fireplace Tools Stand and Tools Set
Monumental 6 Piece Louis XVI Bronze Fireplace Tools Stand and Tools Set

Monumental 6 Piece Louis XVI Bronze Fireplace Tools Stand and Tools Set

H 33.5 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in
19th Century American Primitive Carved Wood Cast Iron Glider Rocking Hobby Horse
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, red painted wood base, cast iron hardware with star accents, and leather straps and saddle. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Toys

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Primitive Carved Wood Cast Iron Glider Rocking Hobby Horse
19th Century American Primitive Carved Wood Cast Iron Glider Rocking Hobby Horse

19th Century American Primitive Carved Wood Cast Iron Glider Rocking Hobby Horse

H 36 in W 44.5 in D 16 in
Antique Large Primitive Industrial Cast Iron Boat Farmhouse Barn Hook 9"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique cast iron hook and loop. Standard industrial design. Dimensions: 4.5" x 2" x 9.25" (Width
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Early 20th Century Industrial Nautical Objects

Materials

Iron

Antique Large Primitive Industrial Cast Iron Boat Farmhouse Barn Hook 9"
Antique Large Primitive Industrial Cast Iron Boat Farmhouse Barn Hook 9"

Antique Large Primitive Industrial Cast Iron Boat Farmhouse Barn Hook 9"

H 9.25 in W 2 in D 4.5 in
2 Antique Primitive Industrial Cast Iron & Wood Block Pulley Hooks Starline 14"
Located in Dayton, OH
Two primitive antique iron and wood pulley hoist hooks, one by Starline. Rustic, nautical
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Early 20th Century Industrial Nautical Objects

Materials

Iron

2 Antique Primitive Industrial Cast Iron & Wood Block Pulley Hooks Starline 14"
2 Antique Primitive Industrial Cast Iron & Wood Block Pulley Hooks Starline 14"

2 Antique Primitive Industrial Cast Iron & Wood Block Pulley Hooks Starline 14"

H 13.75 in W 2.75 in D 4.25 in
19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron
Located in Port Jervis, NY
simplicity and beauty. Cast in it's lid is the ancient symbol of Rome, She wolf with her babies Romulus and
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Antique 1870s Italian Primitive Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron
19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron

19th Century Italian Cast Iron Coal Powered Iron

H 7.25 in W 4 in D 7.5 in
Antique 19th Century Victorian Lady Woman Cast Iron Folk Art Primitive Doorstop
Located in San Diego, CA
Great original Victorian era Folk Art cast iron hand painted polychrome figural lady doorstop
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Antique Late 19th Century American Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique 19th Century Victorian Lady Woman Cast Iron Folk Art Primitive Doorstop
Antique 19th Century Victorian Lady Woman Cast Iron Folk Art Primitive Doorstop

Antique 19th Century Victorian Lady Woman Cast Iron Folk Art Primitive Doorstop

H 11.5 in W 6 in D 2.5 in
19th Century Collection of Primitive Iron Cats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collections of six cast iron cat items from the early 19th century. Collection of three 19th
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Early 20th Century North American Adirondack Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Collection of Primitive Iron Cats
19th Century Collection of Primitive Iron Cats

19th Century Collection of Primitive Iron Cats

H 4 in W 1 in D 4 in
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
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Early 20th Century Primitive More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Amish Man and Woman Couple Bookends, a Pair
Antique Cast Iron Amish Man and Woman Couple Bookends, a Pair

Antique Cast Iron Amish Man and Woman Couple Bookends, a Pair

H 4.5 in W 4 in D 2.75 in
Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Sculpture
By Josep Maria Subira­chs Sit­ja
Located in Dayton, OH
An Impressive Cast Iron floor sculpture by Josep Maria Subirachs, circa 1960s. Reminiscent in form
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Industrial Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Sculpture
Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Sculpture

Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Sculpture

H 41 in W 14 in D 8 in
Antique Primitive 2pc Step Back Cupboard
Located in Parkesburg, PA
cast iron hardware appear to be original. Cabinet base features recessed panel doors, and sides 2
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Cupboards

Materials

Pine

Antique Primitive 2pc Step Back Cupboard
Antique Primitive 2pc Step Back Cupboard

Antique Primitive 2pc Step Back Cupboard

H 80.5 in W 56 in D 19 in
Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Wall Sculpture
By Josep Maria Subira­chs Sit­ja
Located in Dayton, OH
An Impressive Cast Iron wall hanging sculpture by Josep Maria Subirachs, circa 1960s. Reminiscent
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Wall Sculpture
Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Wall Sculpture

Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Wall Sculpture

H 34 in W 22 in D 4 in
Antique American Primitive Brown Wooden Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Primitive brown wooden blanket chest trunk. Item features cast iron hardware
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Early 20th Century Primitive Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique American Primitive Brown Wooden Blanket Chest Trunk
Antique American Primitive Brown Wooden Blanket Chest Trunk

Antique American Primitive Brown Wooden Blanket Chest Trunk

H 21.5 in W 34 in D 22 in
Folk Art Primitive Whirligig
Located in London, GB
to market, it’s completely handmade, with cast iron cogs, hand carved wooden figures and the item
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Antique 1870s European Folk Art Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Folk Art Primitive Whirligig
Folk Art Primitive Whirligig

Folk Art Primitive Whirligig

H 24 in W 20 in D 20 in
Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Rusty Original Patina
Located in Barcelona, ES
Primitive Rustic Iron Cauldron from the northern part of Spain, 1920s Made in molded cast iron
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Rusty Original Patina
Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Rusty Original Patina

Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Rusty Original Patina

H 11.82 in Dm 16.93 in
French Gothic 'Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
firebacks with Primitive forms of religious motifs and crests cast into them. The decorations are made by
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Antique Early 17th Century French Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

French Gothic 'Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century
French Gothic 'Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century

French Gothic 'Arms' Fireback / Backsplash, 16th - 17th Century

H 35.44 in W 32.29 in D 1.26 in
Antique Wood Country Red Distress Painted Trunk Treasure Blanket Chest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
distressed/weathered painted finish, cast iron hardware, wood construction, no key, but unlocked, very nice
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Early 20th Century North American Primitive Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique Wood Country Red Distress Painted Trunk Treasure Blanket Chest
Antique Wood Country Red Distress Painted Trunk Treasure Blanket Chest

Antique Wood Country Red Distress Painted Trunk Treasure Blanket Chest

H 19 in W 38 in D 23 in
Late 18th Century Hand Painted Bavarian Dowry Chest Dated 1767
Located in Miami, FL
hand painted dowry chest with cast iron handles, escutcheon and interior hinges. The front of the chest
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Primitive Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Wood

Late 18th Century Hand Painted Bavarian Dowry Chest Dated 1767
Late 18th Century Hand Painted Bavarian Dowry Chest Dated 1767

Late 18th Century Hand Painted Bavarian Dowry Chest Dated 1767

H 30.12 in W 60.5 in D 22.5 in
Contemporary Art Dining Table - Inti Huatana by Fabrizio Corneli
By Mirabili, Fabrizio Corneli
Located in Pistoia, IT
Sundial Table - Vicenza stone, iron, (Removable) bronze gnome Bronze, iron and stone, cast
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Dining Room Tables

Materials

Stone, Bronze, Iron

Contemporary Art Dining Table - Inti Huatana by Fabrizio Corneli
Contemporary Art Dining Table - Inti Huatana by Fabrizio Corneli

Contemporary Art Dining Table - Inti Huatana by Fabrizio Corneli

H 29.53 in Dm 51.19 in
1940s Art Deco Coffee Table Attributed to Jean-Charles Moreux
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in London, GB
designs, a similar example of cast iron work can be seen in a floor lamp, illustrated p. 233, Jean-Charles
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

1940s Art Deco Coffee Table Attributed to Jean-Charles Moreux
1940s Art Deco Coffee Table Attributed to Jean-Charles Moreux

1940s Art Deco Coffee Table Attributed to Jean-Charles Moreux

H 21.66 in W 40.56 in D 16.93 in

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French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Fireplace Screen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and high quality French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu fireplace screen. The screen is raised by four elegant scrolled feet with richly chased large acanthus leaves. T...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Fireplace Screen
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Fireplace Screen

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Ormolu Fireplace Screen

H 29 in W 25.75 in D 6.5 in
Elegant American Mahogany Satinwood Inlaid Corner Cupboard, Va , Circa 1800
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Mahogany elegant corner cupboard with a centered urn scrolled inlaid pediment, original upper flanking glass hinged doors, fitted interior butterfly shelving, single centere...
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Antique Early 1800s American American Colonial Corner Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Elegant American Mahogany Satinwood Inlaid Corner Cupboard, Va , Circa 1800
Elegant American Mahogany Satinwood Inlaid Corner Cupboard, Va , Circa 1800

Elegant American Mahogany Satinwood Inlaid Corner Cupboard, Va , Circa 1800

H 96 in W 47 in D 29 in
20th Century Louis XVI Style Bed
Located in Berlin, DE
Unusual bed in Louis XVI style. Solid beechwood, finely engraved, with colored handpainting and gilded. Low feet and high head-part. (H-Kw-7).  
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20th Century Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood, Beech

20th Century Louis XVI Style Bed
20th Century Louis XVI Style Bed

20th Century Louis XVI Style Bed

H 50.79 in W 35.44 in D 70.87 in
Organic Modern, European, 21st Century, Drawer Cabinet, Dresser, Walnut, Maple
By Eckehard Weimann
Located in Dietmannsried, Bavaria
1-2-3 -... 10 drawers numbered with antique printer's type as furniture knobs. With this drawer object, the soft core meets the rough side. The body is made up of rough-sawn walnut...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Dressers

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Maple, Walnut

Organic Modern, European, 21st Century, Drawer Cabinet, Dresser, Walnut, Maple
Organic Modern, European, 21st Century, Drawer Cabinet, Dresser, Walnut, Maple

Organic Modern, European, 21st Century, Drawer Cabinet, Dresser, Walnut, Maple

H 43.31 in W 12.6 in D 14.97 in
Medieval Style Painted Headboard
Located in Pomona, CA
This is a period headboard with a hand painted design in the medieval style. Shows great age on the reverse. Probably late 17th-early 18th century. Great item for a medieval setting.
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Antique Early 18th Century English Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Medieval Style Painted Headboard
Medieval Style Painted Headboard

Medieval Style Painted Headboard

H 58.5 in W 57 in D 2 in
Antique French Rococo or Louis XV Walnut Full-SIze Headboard c1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Rococo solid walnut headboard, with a beautifully hand-cared detail at the top and probably made just before or after c1900. The headboard is just about the width of ...
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Antique 1890s French Rococo Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Rococo or Louis XV Walnut Full-SIze Headboard c1900
Antique French Rococo or Louis XV Walnut Full-SIze Headboard c1900

Antique French Rococo or Louis XV Walnut Full-SIze Headboard c1900

H 56.5 in W 53.5 in D 2 in
Rocking Horse and Pull Toy, Antique, German, 1900s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing rocking horse made of wood covered in cow hide. Its saddle and reins and tack are all leather while the bit and stirrups are metal. The horse has inset glass eyes and rest...
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Early 20th Century German Toys and Dolls

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Hide, Wood

Rocking Horse and Pull Toy, Antique, German, 1900s
Rocking Horse and Pull Toy, Antique, German, 1900s

Rocking Horse and Pull Toy, Antique, German, 1900s

H 31 in W 44 in D 14 in
Vintage Carved Wood Hobby Horse Wooden Tricycle Bike Bicycle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage carved wood hobby horse wooden tricycle bike bicycle. Item features tricycle bike, carved wooden horse, distressed finish, iron hardware, glass eye, very nice vintage item,...
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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Toys

Materials

Wood

Vintage Carved Wood Hobby Horse Wooden Tricycle Bike Bicycle
Vintage Carved Wood Hobby Horse Wooden Tricycle Bike Bicycle

Vintage Carved Wood Hobby Horse Wooden Tricycle Bike Bicycle

H 33 in W 33 in D 22 in
Floral Swag, a Louis XV Style Corbeille Canned Bed by La Maison London
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
The floral swag bed is based on the Corbeille design of rounded corners embracing the occupant within it’s curved ends. The gentle Rococo lines of the headboard and footboard are ove...
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2010s British Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Floral Swag, a Louis XV Style Corbeille Canned Bed by La Maison London
Floral Swag, a Louis XV Style Corbeille Canned Bed by La Maison London

Floral Swag, a Louis XV Style Corbeille Canned Bed by La Maison London

H 61.42 in W 83.47 in D 67.72 in
Early 20th C. Cast Iron Miniature Farm House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th C cast iron miniature farm house. Rust surface patina. From New England.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Toys

Materials

Iron

Early 20th C. Cast Iron Miniature Farm House
Early 20th C. Cast Iron Miniature Farm House

Early 20th C. Cast Iron Miniature Farm House

H 16.5 in W 8 in D 13 in
Royal Bed in antique Louis XV Style Custom Made beech hand carved
Located in Berlin, DE
Here you have the unique chance to buy a special item. This Louis XV style bed was built in Italy and is of the highest carving quality. Black with poliment gilding. Carving i...
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20th Century Italian Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

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Beech

Royal Bed in antique Louis XV Style Custom Made beech hand carved
Royal Bed in antique Louis XV Style Custom Made beech hand carved

Royal Bed in antique Louis XV Style Custom Made beech hand carved

H 70.87 in W 74.02 in D 84.65 in
Delightful Early 19th Century Horse Tricycle
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very charming early 19th century child's horse tricycle in wood and iron. A wonderful accent piece.
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Antique Early 19th Century French Children's Furniture

Materials

Iron

Delightful Early 19th Century Horse Tricycle
Delightful Early 19th Century Horse Tricycle

Delightful Early 19th Century Horse Tricycle

H 24.63 in W 28.25 in D 18 in
Pair Antique Country French Painted Twin Beds with Mohair
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair Antique Country French Painted Twin Beds with Mohair are a splendid find, indeed! Each easily accommodates a modern twin sized mattress set, with a little room to spare for blan...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Mohair, Fruitwood

Pair Antique Country French Painted Twin Beds with Mohair
Pair Antique Country French Painted Twin Beds with Mohair

Pair Antique Country French Painted Twin Beds with Mohair

H 33 in W 43.5 in D 85 in
1990s Stokke Children's Wood Rocking Horse Hippo by Wolfgang Rebentisch
By Stokke
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1990s Wood Rocking horse named Hippo Designed by Wolfgang Rebentisch for Stokke Norway Award winning design 45 long x 11.5 d x 21.5 Original preowned vintage condition Refer to all i...
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1990s Norwegian Modern Toys and Dolls

Materials

Wood

1990s Stokke Children's Wood Rocking Horse Hippo by Wolfgang Rebentisch
1990s Stokke Children's Wood Rocking Horse Hippo by Wolfgang Rebentisch

1990s Stokke Children's Wood Rocking Horse Hippo by Wolfgang Rebentisch

H 21.5 in W 45 in D 11.5 in
G. J. Lines Nursery Rocking Horse
By G & J Lines
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Wonderful 19th Century nursery rocking horse by G. J. Lines. This charming horse features a wonderfully detailed head, with a dished face and flared nostrils. He retains hi...
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Antique 19th Century English Country Toys

Materials

Pine

G. J. Lines Nursery Rocking Horse
G. J. Lines Nursery Rocking Horse

G. J. Lines Nursery Rocking Horse

H 40.95 in W 47.25 in D 16.15 in
Fully Restored Victorian Rocking Horse
Located in London, GB
A beautiful, fully restored Victorian rocking horse complete with a studded leather saddle, blue saddle blanket and leather reins and stirrups. The handsome horse securely rocks on i...
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Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Toys

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Wood

Fully Restored Victorian Rocking Horse
Fully Restored Victorian Rocking Horse

Fully Restored Victorian Rocking Horse

H 46.46 in W 52.37 in D 16.93 in

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Cast Iron Small White Birdbath
Located in Cookeville, TN
A chipper bird sits atop a branch in the centre of this miniature birdbath. It is made of cast iron
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Late 20th Century Chinese Primitive Garden Ornaments

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Iron

Cast Iron Small White Birdbath
Cast Iron Small White Birdbath

Cast Iron Small White Birdbath

H 7.25 in Dm 6.75 in
Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table with Cast Iron Geometric Base
Located in Union City, NJ
kilned and dried prior to being filled with high-quality resin and has cast iron geometric legs. Its
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2010s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Resin

Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table with Cast Iron Geometric Base
Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table with Cast Iron Geometric Base

Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table with Cast Iron Geometric Base

H 31 in W 39 in D 79 in
Cast Iron Swans Neck Horse Hitching Post
Located in New York, NY
rings and nice aged surface with old paint. Mounted on a black stepped base made by American primitive.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Cast Iron Swans Neck Horse Hitching Post
Cast Iron Swans Neck Horse Hitching Post

Cast Iron Swans Neck Horse Hitching Post

H 40 in W 5 in D 2.5 in
Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Located in Union City, NJ
rich tones of the black walnut wood. On a base of rustic cast iron with CNC cut geometric patterns
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2010s American Dining Room Tables

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Resin

Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

H 31 in W 39 in D 79 in
Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Located in Union City, NJ
rich tones of the black walnut wood. On a base of rustic cast iron with CNC cut geometric patterns
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2010s American Dining Room Tables

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Resin

Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

H 31 in W 39 in D 79 in
Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Located in Union City, NJ
rich tones of the black walnut wood. On a base of rustic cast iron with CNC cut geometric patterns
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2010s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Resin

Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

Primitive White 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

H 31 in W 39 in D 79 in
Exceptional Early 20th Century Cast Iron Chair with Paddle Arm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful cast iron chair from the turn of the century. Exquisite surface and patina. It's
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Early 20th Century American Armchairs

Exceptional Early 20th Century Cast Iron Chair with Paddle Arm
Exceptional Early 20th Century Cast Iron Chair with Paddle Arm

Exceptional Early 20th Century Cast Iron Chair with Paddle Arm

H 29.5 in W 30 in D 32 in
Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Located in Union City, NJ
kilned and dried prior to being filled with high quality resin and has cast iron geometric legs. It’s
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2010s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Resin

Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

H 31 in W 39 in D 79 in
Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Located in Union City, NJ
kilned and dried prior to being filled with high quality resin and has cast iron geometric legs. It’s
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2010s American Dining Room Tables

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Resin

Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table
Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

Primitive 200 Epoxy Resin Dining Table

H 31 in W 39 in D 79 in
Iron Tool Hay Bale Harpoon of Abstract Form
Located in New York, NY
Mechanical iron tool for retrieving bales of hay. The nose spike goes into the hay bale and tilts
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Antique Late 19th Century American Machine Age Mounted Objects

Materials

Iron

Iron Tool Hay Bale Harpoon of Abstract Form
Iron Tool Hay Bale Harpoon of Abstract Form

Iron Tool Hay Bale Harpoon of Abstract Form

H 25.5 in W 41 in D 1.5 in
18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Iron Stretcher
Located in San Francisco, CA
legs with trestle end supports linked by cast iron stretchers. Minor restorations and original finish.  
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Antique 18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Tables

Materials

Iron

18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Iron Stretcher
18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Iron Stretcher

18th Century Spanish Walnut Table with Iron Stretcher

H 18.13 in W 35.75 in D 29.63 in
French Small Copper Stock Pan
Located in Cookeville, TN
French small copper stock pan from France. Hand forged with a cast iron handle. Very heavy with a
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Antique Early 19th Century French Primitive Serving Pieces

Materials

Copper, Iron

French Small Copper Stock Pan
French Small Copper Stock Pan

French Small Copper Stock Pan

H 3.13 in Dm 6.38 in
French Hammered Copper Frying Pan
Located in Cookeville, TN
Hammered copper gives this frying pan character. A long cast iron handle is attached. The pan is
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Antique Early 19th Century French Primitive Serving Pieces

Materials

Copper, Iron

French Hammered Copper Frying Pan
French Hammered Copper Frying Pan

French Hammered Copper Frying Pan

H 1.75 in Dm 10.25 in
French Copper Jelly Pan, Antique
Located in Cookeville, TN
French jelly pan from France. Hand forged with a cast iron handle that has superb details. Loop on
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Antique Early 19th Century French Primitive Serving Pieces

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Copper, Iron

French Copper Jelly Pan, Antique
French Copper Jelly Pan, Antique

French Copper Jelly Pan, Antique

H 1.75 in Dm 12.75 in
Table Top American Folk Mirror
Located in Woodstock, NY
Magical 19th century looking glass of cast iron. Depicting Classical Willow tree and National pride
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Antique 19th Century American Primitive Mirrors

Table Top American Folk Mirror
Table Top American Folk Mirror

Table Top American Folk Mirror

H 21 in W 14 in D 6.5 in
19thc Rochester Iron Works Cast Iron Mounted Horse
By Rochester N.Y Iron Works Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing folk art monumental 19thc running horse in heavy cast iron with wonderful untouched patina
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Iron

19thc Rochester Iron Works Cast Iron Mounted Horse
19thc Rochester Iron Works Cast Iron Mounted Horse

19thc Rochester Iron Works Cast Iron Mounted Horse

H 17 in W 28 in D 3 in
Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron
Located in New Orleans, LA
Iconic charm from the 19th Century. Once used in every French Provincial household, now it’s cherished for its simplicity and rustic beauty. Makes a beautiful and unique accent piece...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Primitives

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Iron

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron
Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Coal Iron

H 8.25 in W 8.25 in D 3.5 in
Griswold Cast Iron Lamb Chocolate Mold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large cast iron Griswold chocolate two-piece mold. The condition is very good. It is signed no
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Antique Late 19th Century American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

Griswold Cast Iron Lamb Chocolate Mold
Griswold Cast Iron Lamb Chocolate Mold

Griswold Cast Iron Lamb Chocolate Mold

H 8 in W 12.5 in D 5 in
19thc Folk Art Cast Iron Spoon Rest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc folky cat cast iron spoon rest.This cat has great personality.
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Antique 19th Century Primitives

Materials

Iron

19thc Folk Art Cast Iron Spoon Rest
19thc Folk Art Cast Iron Spoon Rest

19thc Folk Art Cast Iron Spoon Rest

H 5 in W 5 in D 1 in
19th Century Cast Iron Rabbit Garden Ornament
By Hubbly
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cast iron bunny was on someones front porch steps! She is in very good condition and has a
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Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Primitives

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Rabbit Garden Ornament
19th Century Cast Iron Rabbit Garden Ornament

19th Century Cast Iron Rabbit Garden Ornament

H 10.5 in W 6 in D 5 in
Monumental 19th Century Cast Iron Original Painted Sculptural Alligator
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic large cast iron alligator has a wonderful original painted body showing an
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Antique 19th Century American Primitives

Materials

Iron

Monumental 19th Century Cast Iron Original Painted Sculptural Alligator
Monumental 19th Century Cast Iron Original Painted Sculptural Alligator

Monumental 19th Century Cast Iron Original Painted Sculptural Alligator

H 5 in W 30 in D 9 in
18THC GOOSENECK CAST IRON KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND
Located in Los Angeles, CA
THIS HAND FORGED GOOSENECK TEA/COFFEE KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND IS IN FANTASTIC CONDITION. IT IS FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION IN NEW ENGLAND. THE LID IS MISSING AND DOES NOT DETRACT FROM ...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Primitives

Materials

Iron

18THC GOOSENECK CAST IRON KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND
18THC GOOSENECK CAST IRON KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND

18THC GOOSENECK CAST IRON KETTLE FROM NEW ENGLAND

H 11 in W 11 in D 8 in
19th Century Original Painted Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original 19th century painted black and white cast iron dog nut cracker is attached to a green
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Antique Late 19th Century American Country Primitives

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Iron

19th Century Original Painted Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
19th Century Original Painted Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker

19th Century Original Painted Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker

H 5.5 in W 10.5 in D 3.5 in
19th Century Zinc Painted Cast Iron Squirrel Nut Cracker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original zinc painted silvery cast iron nut cracker is in very good as found condition. Was
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Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Primitives

Materials

Iron

19th Century Zinc Painted Cast Iron Squirrel Nut Cracker
19th Century Zinc Painted Cast Iron Squirrel Nut Cracker

19th Century Zinc Painted Cast Iron Squirrel Nut Cracker

H 7 in W 6 in D 4 in
Two 19th Century Cast Iron Folky Door Stops or Garden Ornaments
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two cast iron folky 19th century ducks with a wonderful aged patina. The birds have no makers mark
Category

Antique 1880s American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

Two 19th Century Cast Iron Folky Door Stops or Garden Ornaments
Two 19th Century Cast Iron Folky Door Stops or Garden Ornaments

Two 19th Century Cast Iron Folky Door Stops or Garden Ornaments

H 14.5 in W 6 in D 10 in
19th Century Small and Large Cast Iron Boots from Mannequin Forms
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two small and large cast iron button up boots from 19th century mannequin forms. Found in New
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Iron

19th Century Small and Large Cast Iron Boots from Mannequin Forms
19th Century Small and Large Cast Iron Boots from Mannequin Forms

19th Century Small and Large Cast Iron Boots from Mannequin Forms

H 6 in W 12 in D 4 in
19th Century Original Painted Folky Cast Iron Duck Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original black painted cast iron 19thc duck door stop has a great folk art feeling and yet is
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Antique 19th Century American Primitives

19th Century Original Painted Folky Cast Iron Duck Door Stop
19th Century Original Painted Folky Cast Iron Duck Door Stop

19th Century Original Painted Folky Cast Iron Duck Door Stop

H 8 in W 13 in D 6 in
Cast and Forged Iron Horse Head and Horse Shoe Boot Scraper
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A 19th C. cast and forged iron stand up boot scraper with a cast iron horse's head, and horse shoes
Category

Antique 19th Century English Primitives

Cast and Forged Iron Horse Head and Horse Shoe Boot Scraper
Cast and Forged Iron Horse Head and Horse Shoe Boot Scraper

Cast and Forged Iron Horse Head and Horse Shoe Boot Scraper

H 35.25 in W 19 in D 11.25 in
19th Century Spanish Iron Bull Door Knocker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century Spanish cast iron bull door knocker from Mexico. The condition is very good. This is
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Antique Late 19th Century Mexican Adirondack Primitives

Materials

Iron

19th Century Spanish Iron Bull Door Knocker
19th Century Spanish Iron Bull Door Knocker

19th Century Spanish Iron Bull Door Knocker

H 11.5 in W 8.5 in D 5 in
Rare 19th Century Iron Tiger Door Stop with Glass Eyes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing and fierce 19thc cast iron tiger is on the prowl. It looks like it is coming out of
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Antique 19th Century American Primitives

Materials

Iron

Rare 19th Century Iron Tiger Door Stop with Glass Eyes
Rare 19th Century Iron Tiger Door Stop with Glass Eyes

Rare 19th Century Iron Tiger Door Stop with Glass Eyes

H 8 in W 15 in D 4 in
French Tradesman Pulley Wheel Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
French tradesman pulley wheel decor. Primitive, cast iron pulley wheel. Distressed limestone
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Industrial Mounted Objects

Materials

Iron

French Tradesman Pulley Wheel Decor
French Tradesman Pulley Wheel Decor

French Tradesman Pulley Wheel Decor

H 26 in Dm 21 in
19thc Folk Art Mounted Pair Of Wood Boot Forms On Iron Mount
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of folky and early 19thc original black paint boot forms mounted on a black painted cast iron
Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Wood

19thc Folk Art Mounted Pair Of Wood Boot Forms On Iron Mount
19thc Folk Art Mounted Pair Of Wood Boot Forms On Iron Mount

19thc Folk Art Mounted Pair Of Wood Boot Forms On Iron Mount

H 25 in W 12 in D 10 in
Early 20th Century Frog Lawn Ornament
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fun large flat original worn green painted cast iron frog is in good condition with oxidation
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Primitives

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Frog Lawn Ornament
Early 20th Century Frog Lawn Ornament

Early 20th Century Frog Lawn Ornament

H 10 in W 0.5 in D 9 in
Early 20thc Original Painted Full Body Cow Doorstop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Folky full body cow doorstop in original painted surface.This cast iron baby is very heavy and in
Category

Early 20th Century American Primitives

Early 20thc Original Painted Full Body Cow Doorstop
Early 20thc Original Painted Full Body Cow Doorstop

Early 20thc Original Painted Full Body Cow Doorstop

H 10 in W 17 in D 7 in
Cast Iron Primitive Industrial Table
Located in Oakville, CT
Cast Iron Primitive Industrial Table, originally used as a welding table. Great patina on table top
Category

20th Century American Tables

Materials

Iron, Metal

Cast Iron Primitive Industrial Table
Cast Iron Primitive Industrial Table

Cast Iron Primitive Industrial Table

H 28.75 in W 30.5 in D 25.5 in
19th Century American Primitive Carved Wood Cast Iron Glider Rocking Hobby Horse
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, red painted wood base, cast iron hardware with star accents, and leather straps and saddle. The
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Toys

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Primitive Carved Wood Cast Iron Glider Rocking Hobby Horse
19th Century American Primitive Carved Wood Cast Iron Glider Rocking Hobby Horse

19th Century American Primitive Carved Wood Cast Iron Glider Rocking Hobby Horse

H 36 in W 44.5 in D 16 in
Primitive Anitque Cast Iron Hand Crank Farm Spigot Well Water Pump
Located in Dayton, OH
Primitive antique cast iron hand crank farm spigot well water pump 66" Antique cast iron hand
Category

Vintage 1910s Primitive Fountains

Materials

Iron

Primitive Anitque Cast Iron Hand Crank Farm Spigot Well Water Pump
Primitive Anitque Cast Iron Hand Crank Farm Spigot Well Water Pump

Primitive Anitque Cast Iron Hand Crank Farm Spigot Well Water Pump

H 66 in W 28 in D 8.5 in
Pair of Cast Iron Urns
Located in Washington, DC
A pair of cast iron urns with decorative handles. Original patina. Base is 8 inches square.
Category

Antique 19th Century French Primitive Urns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Urns
Pair of Cast Iron Urns

Pair of Cast Iron Urns

H 17 in W 26.25 in D 18 in
Cast Iron Horse Stable Sign, France, circa 1800
Located in Culver City, CA
Cast iron horse stabile sign, France, circa 1800. Cast iron horse heads mounted on original
Category

Antique Early 1800s French Primitive Signs

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Stable Sign, France, circa 1800
Cast Iron Horse Stable Sign, France, circa 1800

Cast Iron Horse Stable Sign, France, circa 1800

H 33 in W 33 in D 14.5 in
Antique Wood and Cast Iron Primitive Industrial Trunk Blanket Chest Coffee Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique wood and cast iron primitive industrial trunk blanket storage chest. Item features heavy
Category

Antique 19th Century American Industrial Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Antique Wood and Cast Iron Primitive Industrial Trunk Blanket Chest Coffee Table
Antique Wood and Cast Iron Primitive Industrial Trunk Blanket Chest Coffee Table

Antique Wood and Cast Iron Primitive Industrial Trunk Blanket Chest Coffee Table

H 21 in W 38 in D 22 in
Long 73" Antique Cast Iron Feeding Trough
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is an antique cast iron feeding trough. Has feet and a middle bar. Considering its age
Category

Early 20th Century American Primitive Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Long 73" Antique Cast Iron Feeding Trough
Long 73" Antique Cast Iron Feeding Trough

Long 73" Antique Cast Iron Feeding Trough

H 6 in W 73 in D 12 in
Antique Cast Iron Figural Dog Boot Scraper with Spaniels, circa 1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique figural boot scraper offers cast iron construction with flanking spaniels, circa 1890
Category

Antique 19th Century American Primitive Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Figural Dog Boot Scraper with Spaniels, circa 1890
Antique Cast Iron Figural Dog Boot Scraper with Spaniels, circa 1890

Antique Cast Iron Figural Dog Boot Scraper with Spaniels, circa 1890

H 14.5 in W 7.5 in D 9.25 in
Antique Cast Iron 10 Arm Hanging Seed Corn Cob Ear Drying Rack
Located in Dayton, OH
Rustic ten arm cast iron corn cob drying rack; includes decorative dried corn cobs. Measure: 19".  
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Primitive Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron 10 Arm Hanging Seed Corn Cob Ear Drying Rack
Antique Cast Iron 10 Arm Hanging Seed Corn Cob Ear Drying Rack

Antique Cast Iron 10 Arm Hanging Seed Corn Cob Ear Drying Rack

H 19 in W 3.5 in D 0.5 in
Primitive Antique Iron Fireplace Trivet Pot Rest Kettle Plant Stand Hearthware
Located in Dayton, OH
Primitive antique iron fireplace trivet pot rest kettle plant stand hearthware Antique cast iron
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Primitive Antique Iron Fireplace Trivet Pot Rest Kettle Plant Stand Hearthware
Primitive Antique Iron Fireplace Trivet Pot Rest Kettle Plant Stand Hearthware

Primitive Antique Iron Fireplace Trivet Pot Rest Kettle Plant Stand Hearthware

H 13 in W 13 in D 17.5 in
Antique Canadian Primitive Country Wooden Colonial Spinning Wheel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Canadian Primitive Country wooden colonial spinning wheel. Item features cast iron hardware
Category

Antique 19th Century American Colonial Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Antique Canadian Primitive Country Wooden Colonial Spinning Wheel
Antique Canadian Primitive Country Wooden Colonial Spinning Wheel

Antique Canadian Primitive Country Wooden Colonial Spinning Wheel

H 45 in W 45 in D 24 in
Antique French Country Primitive Large Wooden Water Well Bucket Pail with Handle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cast iron bands, carved handle, solid wood construction, distressed finish, very nice antique item
Category

Early 20th Century Country Jars

Materials

Wood

Antique French Country Primitive Large Wooden Water Well Bucket Pail with Handle
Antique French Country Primitive Large Wooden Water Well Bucket Pail with Handle

Antique French Country Primitive Large Wooden Water Well Bucket Pail with Handle

H 22.5 in W 15 in D 14.5 in
Early 20th Century Korean Tall Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Of a very fine traditional form, in dark stained wood, with dark patinated iron hardware. General
Category

Early 20th Century Korean Primitive Furniture

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Korean Tall Chest
Early 20th Century Korean Tall Chest

Early 20th Century Korean Tall Chest

H 56 in W 30 in D 16 in
Extremely Rare Original Lighted Rotating Barber Pole
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare full size circa 1920s original cast iron barber pole. Enclosed portion lights
Category

Early 20th Century American Primitive More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

Extremely Rare Original Lighted Rotating Barber Pole
Extremely Rare Original Lighted Rotating Barber Pole

Extremely Rare Original Lighted Rotating Barber Pole

H 81 in Dm 16 in
19th Century American Early Washing Machine with Mangle
Located in Forney, TX
operated metal agitator inside the tank, hinged lid, multiple cast iron gears, handle, rising on short
Category

Antique 19th Century Primitive Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Early Washing Machine with Mangle
19th Century American Early Washing Machine with Mangle

19th Century American Early Washing Machine with Mangle

H 40.5 in W 36 in D 34 in
French Gothic Arms Fireback, 15th-16th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
earliest forms of firebacks with primitive forms of religious motifs and crests cast into them. The
Category

Antique 16th Century French Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

French Gothic Arms Fireback, 15th-16th Century
French Gothic Arms Fireback, 15th-16th Century

French Gothic Arms Fireback, 15th-16th Century

H 30.32 in W 34.85 in D 1.46 in
Rare 1800s Double-Sided Watchmaker Trade Sign
Located in Peekskill, NY
pocket watch advertising sign features an ornamental cast iron bezel adorned with surrounding embossed
Category

Antique 19th Century American Primitive Architectural Elements

Materials

Metal

Rare 1800s Double-Sided Watchmaker Trade Sign
Rare 1800s Double-Sided Watchmaker Trade Sign

Rare 1800s Double-Sided Watchmaker Trade Sign

H 25.5 in W 3 in D 20 in
Cast Iron Skillet
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Cast iron skillet or gong with hanging hoop.
Category

Antique 1890s American Primitive Primitives

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Skillet
Cast Iron Skillet

Cast Iron Skillet

H 0.25 in Dm 20 in
Hubbley Iron Dog Door Stop
By Hubbley Iron Works
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original painted Hubbley cast iron door stop is in Fine condition and retains a old leather
Category

20th Century American Adirondack Primitives

Materials

Iron

Hubbley Iron Dog Door Stop
Hubbley Iron Dog Door Stop

Hubbley Iron Dog Door Stop

H 12 in W 5 in D 5 in
19th Century Painted Cast Iron Weigh Scale
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very charming accent piece in original green paint and retaining both original brass weigh pans.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Primitives

Materials

Iron

19th Century Painted Cast Iron Weigh Scale
19th Century Painted Cast Iron Weigh Scale

19th Century Painted Cast Iron Weigh Scale

H 5.75 in W 16 in D 5 in
Antique Chinese Cast Iron Teapot
Located in New York, NY
An unusual antique Chinese cast iron teapot with a large Chinese character in the center. From
Category

Antique 1880s Chinese Primitives

Antique Chinese Cast Iron Teapot
Antique Chinese Cast Iron Teapot

Antique Chinese Cast Iron Teapot

H 11 in W 6 in D 9 in
19th Century Cast Iron Wall-Mounted Roster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
looks like Rochester iron works of New York but is unsigned. Greta addition is any Folk Art collection.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Wall-Mounted Roster
19th Century Cast Iron Wall-Mounted Roster

19th Century Cast Iron Wall-Mounted Roster

H 21 in W 14 in D 2 in
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original painted cast iron cow door stop is in in good condition. It is unsigned but looks
Category

Vintage 1930s American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

H 9 in W 14 in D 3 in
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original painted cast iron cow door stop is in in good condition. It is unsigned but looks
Category

Early 20th Century American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

H 9 in W 14 in D 1.5 in
Folky Cast Iron Full Body Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
protector. It is very heavy cast iron and in good condition.
Category

Early 20th Century American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

Folky Cast Iron Full Body Cow Door Stop
Folky Cast Iron Full Body Cow Door Stop

Folky Cast Iron Full Body Cow Door Stop

H 8 in W 11 in D 3 in
Late 19th Century Cast Iron Owl Door Stop with a Brass Knobbed Standard
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 19th century cast iron owl door stop with a brass knobbed standard / handle. Old cement fill
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Primitives

Materials

Brass, Iron

Late 19th Century Cast Iron Owl Door Stop with a Brass Knobbed Standard
Late 19th Century Cast Iron Owl Door Stop with a Brass Knobbed Standard

Late 19th Century Cast Iron Owl Door Stop with a Brass Knobbed Standard

H 15.75 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
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Primitive Cast Iron For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal primitive cast iron for your home. A primitive cast iron — often made from metal, iron and wood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a primitive cast iron, we have 54 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect primitive cast iron — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each primitive cast iron bearing Folk Art, Victorian or Industrial hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one primitive cast iron that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arcade Manufacturing Co., Enterprise Manufacturing Company and Griswold Manufacturing produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Primitive Cast Iron?

Prices for a primitive cast iron can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $110 and can go as high as $9,500, while the average can fetch as much as $995.
Questions About Primitive Cast Iron
  • What are cast iron columns?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • When were cast iron beds made?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Does cast-iron furniture rust?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • Why is cast iron used for fireplaces?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Why is cast iron used for benches?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Are cast iron columns hollow?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is a cast iron fireplace insert?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What are cast iron trivets used for?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Can I use cast iron as a planter?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Do cast iron Firebacks work?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How do I keep cast iron from rusting?
    1 Answer
    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 Answer
    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.
  • Is cast iron stronger than steel?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • When were cast iron doorstops made?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Do cast iron tables rust?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How can you tell the difference between cast iron and wrought iron?
    1 Answer
    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. 

  • Is cast iron good for outdoor furniture?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Are cast iron door stops valuable?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Do cast iron umbrella stands rust?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • How much does a cast iron bench weigh?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The weight of a cast iron bench depends mainly on the size of the bench and whether other materials, such as wood are used in it. Cast iron weighs 0.26 pounds per cubic inch, making it quite a heavy material, and ideal for outdoor furniture that you want to ensure can weather heavy winds and precipitation. Shop an array of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.

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