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Pair of Large 19th Century Cast Iron Finials
By J.W. Fiske & Company
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of large (and heavy) cast iron finials for garden or home decoration. 19th century manufacture
Category

Antique 1880s American American Classical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Large Cast Iron Finial Urn with Handle C1875
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Interesting piece off of a Victorian bldg in NYC C1875. Very heavy and would make a fantastic addition to a garden or patio. Pretty much all there except for one large handle. Obviou...
Category

Antique 1870s American Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large 19th Century Cast Iron Finials for Out Door Garden Sculpture
By J.W. Fiske & Company
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of large cast iron nineteenth century finials. Excellent as garden decoration.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Architectural Elem...

Materials

Iron

Two Pairs of Napoleon III Cast Iron Lamps
Located in Washington, DC
Wonderful patina on these two pairs of cast iron finial lamps. The bases are made of wood. Newly
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Cast-Iron Urn Lamps
Located in Pembroke, MA
, with cast-iron finials, and new paper shades. The overall height to the top of the finial is adjustable
Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

19th Century French Wrought Iron Garden Pedestal
Located in Winter Park, FL
base with tôle top and decorative cast iron finials. 35"H x 22"W x 22"D. Top: 16" Diameter Weight: 25
Category

Antique 19th Century European Beaux Arts Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Tôle

Very Good Quality English Georgian Steel Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A very good quality English Georgian steel firegrate. The square legs surmounted by cast iron
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Steel

Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Finials
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Finials Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Finials. Simple original
Category

Early 20th Century English Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Finials
Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Finials
H 31.11 in W 4.73 in D 3.94 in
Vintage Cast Iron Garden Finials, Pair
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning pair of vintage cast iron garden obelisk finials USA, Late 20th Century Measures
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Garden Finials, Pair
Vintage Cast Iron Garden Finials, Pair
H 23 in W 6.75 in D 6.75 in
Reclaimed Rococo Cast Iron Fire Basket with Finials
Located in Ware, GB
cast-iron piece has elegant brass finials and has been fully restored and is ready for installation and
Category

Late 20th Century Rococo Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Brass Finial and Cast Iron 48" Fireplace Fender Surround
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Brass Finial and Cast Iron 47.5" Fireplace Fender Surround. Circa 1900
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Antique 39 in. Ball Finial Cast Iron Fencing Posts
Located in New York, NY
Brownstone fencing cast iron newel posts with an attached bolt plate on the bottoms. There is
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Antique Brass Federal Branch Leg Urn Finial Cast Iron Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Brass Federal Branch Leg Urn Finial Cast Iron Andirons - a Pair. Circa 19th Century
Category

Antique 19th Century Federal Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair Of Black Cast Iron Pineapple Finial Form Garden Sculptures
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of black cast iron garden sculptures in the form of pineapple finials. The finials with cubic
Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Reclaimed Grand Cast Iron Fire Basket with Polished Steel Finials
Located in Ware, GB
-iron piece has elegant finials and has been fully restored and is ready for installation and use. A
Category

Late 20th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Steel, Iron

American puddle cast iron andirons with ring form finials, 1820
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Puddle cast iron andirons with ring form finials. American, Massachusetts, circa 1820.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

English Cast Iron Firebasket with Shepherd's Crook Finials
Located in London, GB
with elegant front bars and shepherd’s crook finials on each side. Square cast iron fireback. A copy of
Category

Late 20th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Steel

Antique French Empire Style Flame Finial Brass and Cast Iron Andirons - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Empire Style Flame Finial Brass and Cast Iron Andirons - a Pair. Circa Early to Mid
Category

Early 20th Century Empire Andirons

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Enterprise Mfg Philadelphia Cast Iron Coffee Grinder Insert Eagle Finial
By Enterprise Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
coffee grinder is made of cast iron and features American Bald Eagles stenciled to the urn shaped hopper
Category

Antique 1870s Industrial Serving Pieces

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Painted Cast Iron Horse Heads, Gate Post Finials
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Pair of large painted cast iron horse heads, gate post finials. This is a superb large pair of
Category

Mid-20th Century Country Statues

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Ring Finial and Vine Andirons, Circa 1850
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of American cast iron andirons with a circular ring finial, intertwined vine, twisted center
Category

Antique 1850s American American Empire Andirons

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Andirons
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A substantial pair of patinated cast iron andirons having expressive pyramidical finials.
Category

Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Andirons
Cast Iron Andirons
H 16 in W 13 in D 28.5 in
Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Beautifully detailed and large antique cast iron fireback. This fireback shows very well
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
H 35.63 in W 35.63 in D 0.79 in
Pair 17th Century French Baroque Iron Flaming Urn Finials
Located in Stamford, CT
Two wonderful Baroque iron fragments, urns with flames that were once finials, likely architectural
Category

Antique Early 17th Century French Baroque Mounted Objects

Materials

Iron

Victorian Style Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A charming Victorian style polished and graphite waxed cast iron fireplace insert. A generous outer
Category

Vintage 1940s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Victorian Style Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Victorian Style Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
H 40.08 in W 40.08 in D 3.94 in
Cast Iron Decorative Firegrate
Located in London, GB
centre, the legs with tapering feet, panelling and hexagonal finials. The cast iron back with sun mask to
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Decorative Firegrate
Cast Iron Decorative Firegrate
H 31.25 in W 19.63 in D 13 in
Polished Cast Iron Firebasket
Located in London, GB
A good quality polished cast iron firegrate. The scrolled feet with decorative bellflowers, tied
Category

Antique 19th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Polished Cast Iron Firebasket
Polished Cast Iron Firebasket
H 27.5 in W 21 in D 15 in
Georgian Antique Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A freestanding antique cast iron fire grate or fire basket dating from the late 19th century
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Steel, Iron

Georgian Antique Cast Iron Fire Grate
Georgian Antique Cast Iron Fire Grate
H 29.93 in W 31.89 in D 18.9 in
Victorian Style Arched Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A large Victorian style cast iron arched fireplace insert with a central high relief cartouche, a
Category

Vintage 1950s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Coal Grate
Located in London, GB
Early nineteenth century cast iron coal grate, c.1800, the shaped back-plate centred by anthemion
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Coal Grate
Early 19th Century Cast Iron Coal Grate
H 23.43 in W 17.13 in D 10.04 in
Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
finials. Manufactured from cast iron by Smiths Iron company, Kings Bridge, Devon. Additional Dimensions
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
H 48.82 in W 37.41 in D 1.19 in
Victorian Cast Iron Garden Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Victorian cast iron garden gate. A small, traditional side gate with speared finials, finished in a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Garden Gate
Victorian Cast Iron Garden Gate
H 46.86 in W 31.89 in D 1.78 in
Antique English Cast Iron Dragon Fire Grate
Located in London, GB
A very well cast Dragon grate, the front supports of Monopedia form with stylised panther heads
Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique English Cast Iron Dragon Fire Grate
Antique English Cast Iron Dragon Fire Grate
H 23.23 in W 31.89 in D 15.36 in
Georgian Cast Iron Garden Obelisk
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
decorative finial bringing elegance to any outdoor setting. Alternatively, this cast iron obelisk could be
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Doors and Gates

Materials

Stone, Metal, Iron

Georgian Cast Iron Garden Obelisk
Georgian Cast Iron Garden Obelisk
H 60.24 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Regency Style Cast Iron Firebasket
Located in London, GB
below and shaped feet. The cast iron pedimented back with ball finial to centre. English, 19th century
Category

Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Regency Style Cast Iron Firebasket
Regency Style Cast Iron Firebasket
H 22.5 in W 24.75 in D 13.5 in
1970’s Pair of Cast Iron Single Beds
Located in London, GB
Mid-century cast iron and leather single beds with brass finials. Bed base H 32cm (without
Category

Mid-20th Century French Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass, Iron

1970’s Pair of Cast Iron Single Beds
1970’s Pair of Cast Iron Single Beds
H 40.16 in W 80.71 in D 35.44 in
Neoclassical Cast Iron Statue of “The Arts”
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century Beaux Arts. Neoclassical cast iron statue of “The Arts” A winged male figure with an
Category

Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Statues

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Period Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Victorian period cast iron fire grate. With an arched back, shaped bars and bulbous
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

Materials

Iron, Metal

Antique Victorian Period Cast Iron Fire Grate
Antique Victorian Period Cast Iron Fire Grate
H 25.99 in W 39.18 in D 20.08 in
French Cast Iron and Marble Baker's Table
Located in Pembroke, MA
French cast iron and marble top Baker's table. The marble is white with some veining. The pierced
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel, Iron

French Cast Iron and Marble Baker's Table
French Cast Iron and Marble Baker's Table
H 30.75 in W 48.25 in D 29.38 in
Reclaimed Georgian Style Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed Georgian style cast iron fire grate with pierced fret and urn finials. Dating from the
Category

Early 20th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron, Metal

Reclaimed Georgian Style Cast Iron Fire Grate
Reclaimed Georgian Style Cast Iron Fire Grate
H 23.63 in W 30.32 in D 14.18 in
Gothic Revival Antique Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Dating from the Mid-19th Century, this English antique cast iron fire grate or brazier is over 170
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Gothic Revival Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Metal, Iron

Gothic Revival Antique Cast Iron Fire Grate
Gothic Revival Antique Cast Iron Fire Grate
H 18.12 in W 20.48 in D 13 in
19th Century Victorian Style Cast Iron Fireplace Insert.
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A decorative and versatile 19th Century Victorian style cast iron fireplace insert. A highly ornate
Category

Vintage 1960s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Georgian Polished Cast Iron Firegrate
Located in London, GB
A Georgian polished cast iron firegrate. The pierced, serpentine fret surmounted by bowed front
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Georgian Polished Cast Iron Firegrate
Georgian Polished Cast Iron Firegrate
H 23.88 in W 29.38 in D 16.13 in
19th Century Scottish Splayed Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A simple 19th century Scottish splayed cast iron fireplace insert. A generous outer plate, with a
Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

American Wrought iron and Brass Urn Finial Andirons. Circa 1780
Located in Hollywood, SC
American wrought iron and brass andirons with urn top finials, scrolled circular squared plinths
Category

Antique 1780s American American Colonial Andirons

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

19th Century Victorian Horseshoe Cast Iron Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A very pleasing 19th Century Victorian cast iron fireplace insert. A generous outer plate in the
Category

Antique 1860s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Small Antique Gothic Style Cast Iron Fire Grate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A small antique Gothic style cast iron fire grate. Beautifully designed with gothic revival styling
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Gothic Revival Fireplace Tools and Chim...

Materials

Metal, Iron

Small Antique Gothic Style Cast Iron Fire Grate
Small Antique Gothic Style Cast Iron Fire Grate
H 13.78 in W 13.39 in D 13.78 in
19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Splayed Fireplace Insert
Located in Edinburgh, GB
A charming mid-Victorian 19th century cast iron splayed fireplace insert of good form. An outer rim
Category

Antique 1850s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

1800s French Cast Iron Betty Rooster Oil Lamp France
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Fine French handcrafted cast iron Oil Betty Lamp with decorative Rooster 1800s Known as a 'Betty
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Lanterns

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

Victorian Cast Iron Umbrella Stand
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
with twelve compartments flanked by four finials, decorative pierced uprights and two removable drip
Category

Antique 19th Century Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Umbrella Stand
Victorian Cast Iron Umbrella Stand
H 25.197 in W 25.591 in D 12.205 in
19th Century Cast Iron & Brass Fireplace Basket Grate
Located in London, GB
19th century cast iron & brass fireplace basket grate. French Styled original victorian free
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Brass

High Regency Style Hob Grate with Spherical Finials 'CAST-ZB82'
Located in New York, NY
finials.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Cast Bronze Andirons with Tapered Square Columns and Ball Finials, Circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
AFP0607 A pair of antique cast bronze andirons in their original age-darkened finish, circa 1920s
Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron, Bronze

A Georgian Polished Cast Iron Firegrate
Located in London, GB
An 18th century cast iron and steel fire basket. The shaped legs surmounted by urn finials. The
Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

A Georgian Polished Cast Iron Firegrate
A Georgian Polished Cast Iron Firegrate
H 25.63 in W 30.75 in D 15.13 in
Cast Iron and Brass Coal Grate 19th C
Located in New York, NY
Very nice oversize coal insert grate constructed of cast iron, with decorative brass trim. The
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Neoclassical Revival Fireplace Tools ...

Materials

Brass, Iron

Cast Iron and Brass Coal Grate 19th C
Cast Iron and Brass Coal Grate 19th C
H 24.5 in W 32.5 in D 15 in
English Brass, Polished Steel & Cast Iron Fire Grate
By Thomas Elsley
Located in London, GB
An English brass, polished steel & cast iron fire grate by Thomas Elsley. The railed serpentine
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

Iron Lidded Finial with Classical Grotesque Cartouches in the Style of Adam
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Fleurdetroit presents for your consideration, this classic, garden, lidded finial, which is flanked
Category

Early 20th Century English Adam Style Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Enterprise Manufacturing Co. Large Cast Iron Coffee Grinder
By Enterprise Manufacturing Company
Located in Guaynabo, PR
mainly made of cast iron and wood. A metal Eagle serves as a finial of the lid that cover the bowl. It is
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental 19th century French water pump fountain made by Louis Jonet. This large cast iron piece
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Finial For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cast iron finial you’re looking for. Each cast iron finial for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and brass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect cast iron finial — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A cast iron finial is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Neoclassical, Georgian and Folk Art styles are sought with frequency. Sterling Bronze Co. each produced at least one beautiful cast iron finial that is worth considering.

How Much is a Cast Iron Finial?

Prices for a cast iron finial can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $500 and can go as high as $16,000, while the average can fetch as much as $6,000.
Questions About Cast Iron Finial
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 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.