What is the difference between iron and cast iron?

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.

Who invented cast iron?

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.

What are cast iron columns?

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.

Are cast iron columns hollow?

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.

Can I use cast iron as a planter?

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.

What is a cast iron fireplace insert?

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?

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.

When were cast iron doorstops made?

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.

Is cast iron stronger than steel?

Cast iron is stronger than steel.

How do I keep cast iron from rusting?

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?

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.

Do cast iron tables rust?

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.

Do cast iron Firebacks work?

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.

Does cast-iron furniture rust?

Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

Why is cast iron used for fireplaces?

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?

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.

When were cast iron beds made?

Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.

How can you tell the difference between cast iron and wrought iron?

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.

Do cast iron umbrella stands rust?

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.

Does cast iron garden furniture last?

Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.

Cast Iron Animals

Mid Century Iron Sculpture

Iron Pig

Decorative Door Stops

Animal Sculptures Pig

Collection of six cast iron dogs by Hubley

$4,441 / set

Collection of six cast iron dogs by Hubley

Located in Tarporley, GB

A rare and highly decorative collection of six antique cast iron dog figures by the renowned American manufacturer Hubley Manufacturing Company, celebrated for its exceptional cast i...

Category

Vintage 1910s European Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Mid-20th Century American Cast Iron "Stock Farm" Barn and Animals

$450 / set

Mid-20th Century American Cast Iron "Stock Farm" Barn and Animals

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Cast Iron "Stock Farm" Barn & Animals, American, mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

19th Century American Black Cast Iron Piggy Bank Money Box Animal Sculpture

$1,200

19th Century American Black Cast Iron Piggy Bank Money Box Animal Sculpture

Located in Miami, FL

19th century American black cast iron piggy bank, money box, animal sculpture.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Eagle Bullseye Sculpture

$2,500

Cast Iron Eagle Bullseye Sculpture

Located in Long Island City, NY

Cast iron eagle bullseye sculpture mounted on a black metal frame.

Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Cast Iron

Pair Of Cast Iron Horseheads

$1,065

Pair Of Cast Iron Horseheads

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Pair of early 20th C caast iron horseheads on plinths. 1920 Internal ref: C

Category

20th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Pig Bank

$300Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Cast Iron Pig Bank

Located in San Diego, CA

Whimsical vintage cast iron pig bank, circa 1930s. The bank is in good vintage condition and measures 5"W x 10"D x 5.5"H. #2242.

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Talon

$14,250

American Cast Iron Talon

Located in Los Angeles, CA

American red painted cast iron talon, 1900s.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Berlin Iron

Weathered Cast Iron Bust of Michelangelo's David

$2,732

Weathered Cast Iron Bust of Michelangelo's David

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Weathered Cast Iron Bust of Michelangelo's David A lovely piece for the garden, celebrating “David” The Bust is weather worn and has a rusty patina, it is otherwise in good condit...

Category

Vintage 1960s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Cast Iron Horse Doorstop Signed Hunter

$895

Cast Iron Horse Doorstop Signed Hunter

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Category

20th Century American American Classical Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Hubley Antique Cast Iron Penguin Doorstop

$1,750

Hubley Antique Cast Iron Penguin Doorstop

Located in Palm Beach, FL

High on the list of dying art forms in this charming antique Hubley art deco style penguin doorstop crafted in cast iron and retaining the original paint, now worn to perfection.

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Dog Doorstop

$575

Vintage Cast Iron Dog Doorstop

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage cast iron doorstop depicts a Boston Terrier standing alert in profile, its sturdy, muscular body cast in solid iron with a commanding, weighty presence.

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large Life-Size Cast Iron Stag Garden Sculpture

$5,185

Large Life-Size Cast Iron Stag Garden Sculpture

Located in Nottingham, GB

An impressive life-size cast iron stag sculpture, beautifully modelled with magnificent branching antlers and a proud, alert stance.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Antique 19th Century Cast-Iron Horse Hitching Post

$750

Antique 19th Century Cast-Iron Horse Hitching Post

Located in Alhambra, CA

Lovely cast-iron hitching post, likely dating from the late 19th century. In excellent vintage condition. Classic horse-head post has been mounted on a reclaimed steel automotive bre...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Animal Sculptures

Materials

Steel, Cast Iron

English Pointer Dogs Sculpture, Cast Iron Figurine

$465

English Pointer Dogs Sculpture, Cast Iron Figurine

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

The antique or vintage cast ironsculpture depicts a group of three hunting pointer dogs, standing in attentive poses with their heads turned towards the viewer. Naturalistically scu...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boston Terrier / Bulldog Cast Iron Doorstop

$375

Vintage Boston Terrier / Bulldog Cast Iron Doorstop

Located in San Diego, CA

A wonderful vintage Boston Terrier / Bulldog cast iron doorstop, circa 1940s. The doorstop measures 10"W x 3.5"D x 9"H and is very heavy (5+ pounds). The piece is well cast and craft...

Category

Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Original Painted Cast Iron Cow

$895

Original Painted Cast Iron Cow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine original painted cast iron cow figure is in good as found condition.

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Miniature Cast Iron Boston Terrier

$556Sale Price|20% Off

Miniature Cast Iron Boston Terrier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fun miniature cast iron Boston Terrier is in original paint and in fine condition.Very rare to find these miniatures.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Life-Size Cast Iron Stag Garden Sculpture with Antlers

$4,782

Life-Size Cast Iron Stag Garden Sculpture with Antlers

Located in Nottingham, GB

An impressive life-size cast iron stag sculpture, beautifully modelled in a proud standing pose with an imposing set of antlers. The detailed body, musculature and textured surface g...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Cast Iron Cow Doorstop with Original Paint

$540Sale Price|20% Off

Cast Iron Cow Doorstop with Original Paint

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iron Cow doorstop in pasture. This cow doorstop has amazing wear to the iron and paint. Great Patina. Time has treated this doorstop with the right kind of look. Good color in origin...

Category

Early 20th Century American Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare Cat head Shaped Cast Iron Gate Latch

$1,400

Rare Cat head Shaped Cast Iron Gate Latch

By Mark Indursky

Located in Stamford, CT

Rare articulated cast iron cats head gate latch. stamped and marked with a patent date of 1895. Made for the ears flip down and lock a gate. There are 3 versions of the cat head latc...

Category

Antique 1890s American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Sleeping Scotty Dog Doorstop, Attributed to Hubley

$695

Cast Iron Sleeping Scotty Dog Doorstop, Attributed to Hubley

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Cast Iron Sleeping Scotty Dog Doorstop, Attributed to Hubley Manufacturing Company, Early 20th Century This charming cast iron sleeping Scotty dog doorstop, attributed to the Hubley...

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Boston Terrier Dog Door Stop

$191

Vintage Cast Iron Boston Terrier Dog Door Stop

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Ongar, GB

A charming vintage cast iron door stop in the form of a Boston terrier dog. These weee original produced in the USA by the Hubley Manufacturing Company Co in around 1910. This is a ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Michael Schilkin, Bear, Cast-iron wall sculpture, 1960

$1,146

Michael Schilkin, Bear, Cast-iron wall sculpture, 1960

Located in Paris, FR

Michael Schilkin Bear A cast-iron wall low relief sculpture of a walking bear. Signed lower middle "Schilkin". With marks on the back "Högfors" and "SVL, vuosikokous" and dated "14...

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Hubley Cast Iron Monkey Doorstop Nice Paint and Color

$1,200

Hubley Cast Iron Monkey Doorstop Nice Paint and Color

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderfiul and whimsical cast iron painted doorstop in the shape of a seated monkey by Hubley. The paint is in good overall condition although there is some rust to the base. Nice ...

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Pair of Monumental Cast Iron Hunting Hounds Sculptures on Pedestals

$22,546

Pair of Monumental Cast Iron Hunting Hounds Sculptures on Pedestals

Located in Nottingham, GB

An impressive pair of monumental hunting hound sculptures, each seated proudly upon a substantial architectural pedestal. Cast in iron and mounted on steel bases, the pair has a comm...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Hubley Attributed Standing Scotty Cast-Iron Doorstop, circa 1930

$1,250

Hubley Attributed Standing Scotty Cast-Iron Doorstop, circa 1930

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hubley Attributed Standing Scottish Terrier Cast-Iron Doorstop, circa 1930 A substantial American cast-iron doorstop modeled as a standing Scottish Terrier, attributed to the Hubley...

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Vintage Cast-Iron Eagle Sculpture, Early 20th Century

$1,500

Vintage Cast-Iron Eagle Sculpture, Early 20th Century

Located in Colorado Springs, CO

This is a cast-iron figural eagle doorstop, circa early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century American Federal Animal Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Iron

Large cast-iron horse head France, circa 1880 / 1900

$5,504

Large cast-iron horse head France, circa 1880 / 1900

Located in Paris, FR

A large, neighing cast iron horse’s head, with pricked ears, a full mane, and flared nostrils, its neck decorated with oak leaves and acorns. Probably an old butcher’s shop sign or ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Green Painted Rooster Sculpture Door Stop

$325

Cast Iron Green Painted Rooster Sculpture Door Stop

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Very sturdy cast iron sculpture of a rooster. Could be used on a console or kitchen counter as a decorative centerpiece display or functional as a door stop.

Category

Early 20th Century European Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare cast iron and wrought iron horse head halter holder, France, circa 1880

$1,376

Rare cast iron and wrought iron horse head halter holder, France, circa 1880

Located in Paris, FR

Rare antique halter door. Wrought iron bar ending with an elegant sculpted cast iron horse’s head. Head width: 14 cm (5.51 inches) Head height: 14 cm (5.51 inches) Head depth: 10 cm ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Duck Doorstop by Virginia Metalcrafters, c.1970s

$400

Cast Iron Duck Doorstop by Virginia Metalcrafters, c.1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cast iron doorstop by Virginia Metalcrafters, USA, c.1970s. The doorstop features a mounted duck figure that can be used for its intended purpose or playful shelf decor. Additional ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Early 20th Century Cast Iron Dog Terriers Sculptures

$1,400 / set

Pair of Early 20th Century Cast Iron Dog Terriers Sculptures

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Super charming pair of Early 20th Century cast iron terrier dogs. This vintage pair resemebles the Nipper-style terrier with a tilted head and pointed ears. Certainly can be featured...

Category

Early 20th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Cast Iron

1940s Painted Cast Iron Metal Sculpture of Boston Terrier

$550

1940s Painted Cast Iron Metal Sculpture of Boston Terrier

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1940s painted cast iron metal sculpture of Boston Terrier Dog is nicely patinated adding depth to the piece.

Category

Vintage 1940s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Russian cast iron equestrian sculpture of a Cossack soldier

$7,503

Russian cast iron equestrian sculpture of a Cossack soldier

Located in London, GB

Russian cast iron equestrian sculpture of a Cossack soldier Russian, 1872 Height 38cm, width 37cm, depth 14cm This fine Russian equestrian cast iron sculpture depicts a Cossack sold...

Category

Antique 1870s Russian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Unicorn Sculpture from England, 1860s

$1,500

19th Century Cast Iron Unicorn Sculpture from England, 1860s

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A large, cast iron unicorn, from 19th century England. Unicorns are a common motif used in British and Scottish works. A free unicorn, according to legend, is considered to be a wild...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of French 19th Century Patinated Cast Iron Dogs

$29,500 / set

Pair of French 19th Century Patinated Cast Iron Dogs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A handsome and most impressive true pair of French 19th century patinated cast iron dog statues. Each statue is raised by a rectangular base where the dogs above are seated while wea...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19thc Monumental Cast Iron Garden Rooster

$7,500

19thc Monumental Cast Iron Garden Rooster

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fantastic monumental cast iron rooster is very large and heavy. It was probably used in a store front as a trade sign or a garden element. The patina is amazing and in very good...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Cast Iron Eagle Sculpture, Circa 1825

$980

19th Century American Cast Iron Eagle Sculpture, Circa 1825

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century American cast iron eagle on oval shaped base with raised decorative motifs.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Figural Garden Mother Goose & Three Goslings

$1,500

Vintage Cast Iron Figural Garden Mother Goose & Three Goslings

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage cast iron figural garden mother goose and three goslings, one stamped on the bottom "JAPAN". Some examples retain an old painted surface. Mother goose measures 27”h x 12”w x ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

A Pair of Coalbrookdale Cast Iron Whippets

$13,938 / set

A Pair of Coalbrookdale Cast Iron Whippets

By Coalbrookdale Foundry

Located in London, GB

A Pair of Coalbrookdale Cast Iron Whippets Design registered 22 March 1871, No. 197240 A fine and rare 19th-century cast iron pair of Whippets by the Coalbrookdale Company, Shropshi...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Cast Iron Retriever Sculpture, Hand-Painted

$52,000

19th Century American Cast Iron Retriever Sculpture, Hand-Painted

Located in Kent, CT

An early to mid 19th century American cast iron retriever, a rare dog sculpture. Probably by Robert Wood and Perot. Wonderful detail and condition. A rare find. 32″H x 52″L x 8″W

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Classical Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Stag Deer on Ball Garden Finial Sculptures

$3,416

Pair of Cast Iron Stag Deer on Ball Garden Finial Sculptures

Located in Nottingham, GB

A striking pair of large cast-iron stag and deer garden sculptures, each depicted standing gracefully upon a spherical architectural finial. With their elegant proportions, raised fo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Pair of patinated cast-iron lions, Grand Tour souvenir – Italy - 19th century

$2,408

Pair of patinated cast-iron lions, Grand Tour souvenir – Italy - 19th century

Located in Lommel, BE

A pair of finely casted, reclining cast iron lions with a dark patina enhanced by subtle touches of gold. The detailed modeling of the mane and the calm, majestic posture underscore ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Antique 1900s Hubley Cast Iron French Bulldog Doorstop, Original Painted Finish

$435

Antique 1900s Hubley Cast Iron French Bulldog Doorstop, Original Painted Finish

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Hubley cast iron doorstop, a Boston Terrier, showing the original painted finish, circa early 1900s. This form shows the true to breed stance and the great expression Hubley dogs ...

Category

Early 20th Century American American Empire Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Antique Hubley Attributed Art Deco Cast Iron Cat Doorstop

$750

Antique Hubley Attributed Art Deco Cast Iron Cat Doorstop

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Early 20th-century Modernist figural black cat doorstop, manufactured by the renowned Hubley Manufacturing Company of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, circa 1920–1930. Highly celebrated fo...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Early English Cast Iron Black Terrier Dog Door Stop

$475

Early English Cast Iron Black Terrier Dog Door Stop

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Cast iron sculpture of a terrier door stop with original paint. Fantastic patina on the doorstop with great age and wear. Wonderful addition to an existing collection of these vintag...

Category

Early 20th Century English Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, American, 1900

$350

Antique Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, American, 1900

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An antique American cast iron Boston Terrier doorstop, modeled in the round and attributed to the Hubley Manufacturing Company. The hollow figure is cast in two halves, joined at a v...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Antique Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, American, 1900

$350

Antique Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, American, 1900

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An antique American cast iron Boston Terrier doorstop, modeled in the round and attributed to the Hubley Manufacturing Company. The hollow figure is cast in two halves, joined at a v...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Early 20th Century Chromed Cast Iron entitled "Turning Panther"

$3,416

Early 20th Century Chromed Cast Iron entitled "Turning Panther"

Located in London, GB

A striking pair of early 20th Century chromed cast iron sculptures modelled as two turning panthers in mirroring poses, stamped with diamond lozenge export/import marks ADDITIONAL I...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Chrome, Iron

19th Century French Cast-Iron and Bronze Andirons, a Pair

$2,995 / set

19th Century French Cast-Iron and Bronze Andirons, a Pair

Located in Pearland, TX

A marvelous pair of finely cast antique andirons or firedogs/chenets, adornied with bronze crests/trophies. These would also look handsome on a mantel, bookcase, or side table. 19th ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Cast Iron Swan Garden Ornaments, Antique White Finish, ca. 1920-1950

$986 / item

Cast Iron Swan Garden Ornaments, Antique White Finish, ca. 1920-1950

Located in Rødding, DK

This cast iron swan figures is finished in an antique white paint and mounted on stepped socle bases with square plinths. Each swan is modelled with wings raised and neck curved low,...

Category

20th Century Danish Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Pair of Small Cast Iron "When Pigs Fly" Paperweights / Sculptures

$200 / set

Pair of Small Cast Iron "When Pigs Fly" Paperweights / Sculptures

Located in San Diego, CA

Pair of whimsical cast iron "When Pigs Fly" paperweights / sculptures, circa 1980s. The pair is quite cute, in good vintage condition and measures 4"W x 2.5"D x 2.75"H. #3428

Category

Late 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Figure Of A Seated Dog

$3,850

Cast Iron Figure Of A Seated Dog

Located in Essex, MA

Large heavy seated male dog. Well cast with nice details.Seated on a plinth base.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Invest In Pork Advertising Pig Coin Still Bank Farm Americana

$240

Antique Cast Iron Invest In Pork Advertising Pig Coin Still Bank Farm Americana

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Antique American cast-iron advertising still bank in the form of a standing pig, featuring raised lettering reading "HEREFORD PORK" along one side. A charming example of early Ameri...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Iron

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

$1,200

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Carefully painted, highly detailed cat's fur in shades of brown and grey with white areas is juxtaposed by the dark teal base with relief garland decor; the ornamental relief and the...

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large English Cast Iron Scottie Terrier Dog Door Stop Sculpture

$375

Large English Cast Iron Scottie Terrier Dog Door Stop Sculpture

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Cast iron sculpture of a Scottie terrier door stop with original black paint. Fantastic patina on this doorstop with great age and wear. Wonderful addition to an existing collection ...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

The Watchful Eagle: Iron Cast Eagle Head Sculpture

$1,600 / item

The Watchful Eagle: Iron Cast Eagle Head Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

Cast Iron Eagle Head Sculpture This striking cast iron eagle head is a powerful sculptural object, modeled with bold naturalism and resting on an integral base. The eagle’s downward...

Category

Early 20th Century French Empire Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Sitting Cats Door Stop, Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

$750

Sitting Cats Door Stop, Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Carefully painted, highly detailed cats black and light brown fur with large white areas is juxtaposed by the dark green base with relief garland decor; the ornamental relief is acce...

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Old Bankura Naive Horse Figurine in Cast Iron, mid 20th century

$189

Old Bankura Naive Horse Figurine in Cast Iron, mid 20th century

Located in Esbjerg, DK

An artisan made Bankura horse figurine or small sculpture in cast iron. It was made in Bankura in the West Bengal of India circa 1950-70s and was originally purchased by a Danish tra...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, circa 1910-1940

$375Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, circa 1910-1940

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT This is an original cast iron Boston Terrier doorstop manufactured by the Hubley Manufacturing Company in Lancaster Pennsylvania USA. The piece has retained its original hand ...

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

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Pair of Life Size Cast Iron Dogs

Unavailable

H 30 in W 48 in Dm 10 in

Pair of Life Size Cast Iron Dogs

By Vermont Iron Works

Located in New York, NY

A pair of 19th C life size cast iron dogs made in Vermont. Originally made to be free standing they were later put on metal plates to improve stability for continual outdoor use.

Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Horse Head

Unavailable

H 27 in Dm 16 in

Antique Cast Iron Horse Head

Located in Long Island, NY

A antique cast iron horse head with excellent detail. The cast iron horse head may have been designed to be mounted on a wall of a commercial stabile or tack shop. The finish of the ...

Category

Antique 1890s American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Horse Head Cast Iron Hitching Post

Unavailable

H 11.82 in W 5.91 in D 9.85 in

Horse Head Cast Iron Hitching Post

Located in Cheltenham, GB

An amusingly styled horse, looks a little smug, hitching post, with missing piece at base, most likely French.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fox Doorstop

Unavailable

H 12 in W 13 in D 3.25 in

Cast Iron Fox Doorstop

Located in Middleburg, VA

English Cast Iron Fox Doorstop

Category

Antique 19th Century British Animal Sculptures

Vintage Cast Iron Chicken Boot Scraper

Unavailable

H 6 in W 7 in D 3 in

Vintage Cast Iron Chicken Boot Scraper

Located in New York, NY

A truly adorable mid-century cast iron boot scraper in the form of a little chick. This one looks great and will bring a smile to your face.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Whimsical Cast Iron "Hissing Cat" Doorstop

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H 8 in W 7.75 in D 3.75 in

Whimsical Cast Iron "Hissing Cat" Doorstop

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This menacing little feline will greet your guests at the door, support your books or weight your papers. Wherever this expressive piece of decorative art finds itself it's sure to b...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1900s American Cast Iron Horse Head Sculpture

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H 19.25 in W 9.25 in D 15 in

1900s American Cast Iron Horse Head Sculpture

Located in Chicago, IL

1900s American cast iron horse head sculpture.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Hubley Cast Iron Setter Doorstop

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Hubley Cast Iron Setter Doorstop

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Baltimore, MD

Hubley painted cast iron 8 3/4" x 15 7/8" English Setter doorstop. Condition: Areas of loss & wear.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Animal Sculptures

Pair of 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Horse Door Stops

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H 11.03 in W 11.42 in D 1.97 in

Pair of 19th Century Victorian Cast Iron Horse Door Stops

By Coalbrookdale Foundry

Located in Tetbury, GB

A rare pair of early 19th century Victorian English antique believed to be Coalbrookdale cast iron doorstops in the form of prancing horses. They are original fine castings, pain...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1980s Realism Cast Iron Sculpture of a Horse's Head and Nape

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H 18.5 in W 6.5 in D 15.5 in

1980s Realism Cast Iron Sculpture of a Horse's Head and Nape

Located in Southampton, NY

Life-like cast iron sculpture of a horse's head and nape. Excellent patina. Highly realistic. Sits atop an iron base, circa 1980s England.

Category

Vintage 1980s English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Owl, Late 19th Century

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H 10 in W 18 in D 4.25 in

Cast Iron Owl, Late 19th Century

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An architectural element, this fierce cast iron owl was used as a deterrent on a building to ward off birds such as pigeons. American, circa 1880, but with a later coat of silver paint.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

DANIEL BREVETE Paris Antique Cast Iron Beetle Boot Jack

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H 2.5 in W 4.5 in D 11 in

DANIEL BREVETE Paris Antique Cast Iron Beetle Boot Jack

Located in Charlotte, NC

An antique French boot jack by Daniel Brevete. Solid cast iron, black in color, in the shape of a beetle. A collectible object of art, originally designed to assist with the removal ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Provincial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Cast Iron Lion Sculpture

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H 18 in W 30 in D 6 in

19th Century English Cast Iron Lion Sculpture

Located in Washington, DC

19th century English cast iron reclining lion, marked "W. W. 1879."

Category

Antique 1870s English Regency Animal Sculptures

Antique Cast Iron and Zinc Dog Attributed to Fiske or Mott

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H 21.5 in Dm 9 in

Antique Cast Iron and Zinc Dog Attributed to Fiske or Mott

By Fiske Or Mott

Located in Long Island, NY

A Victorian cast iron and zinc dog maintaining the remainder of old gray paint, the dog was made in NY, circa 1870 and is attributed to either Fiske Or Mott, both well know cast iron...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Zinc

Cast Iron and Copper Plaque of a Horse and Rider from Texas

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H 13 in W 14.5 in D 8 in

Cast Iron and Copper Plaque of a Horse and Rider from Texas

Located in Seattle, WA

This is a one of a kind cast iron and copper plaque of a horse and rider. The sun and sky portion of the plaque is made of copper. Written on the back of the copper piece is "Martin ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Copper, Iron

Cast Iron Antique Horse`s Head - French 19th Century

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H 15.36 in

Cast Iron Antique Horse`s Head - French 19th Century

Located in London, GB

Cast iron Horse`s Head from the entrance to the stall in an old, rather smart stables - in good condition - this one has been painted with a silvery paint at some time in the past. T...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Vintage Barber Chair, Animal Shaped, Seal, 1940s

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H 42.52 in W 19.69 in D 23.23 in

Vintage Barber Chair, Animal Shaped, Seal, 1940s

Located in Retie, BE

The fiberglass sea animal is mounted on a cast iron foot. In original vintage used condition but with a great old patina whith lots of charm.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Brass Dogs with Cast Iron Stand Produced in the UK 1940s

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H 5.12 in W 7.49 in D 3.55 in

Brass Dogs with Cast Iron Stand Produced in the UK 1940s

Located in London, GB

A pair of brass dogs with a cast iron stand. Dog dimensions: H 13 x W 19 x D 9 cm Cast iron stand dimensions: H 13 x W 16.5 x D 11.5 cm.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Animal Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Japanese Hand Painted Iron Garden Bunny Rabbit or Doorstop

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H 9 in W 4 in D 4.5 in

Japanese Hand Painted Iron Garden Bunny Rabbit or Doorstop

Located in Stamford, CT

Circa 1960s Japanese cast iron bunny rabbit, 3-826. The piece was hand painted. Made in Japan. Please note of wear consistent with age.

Category

20th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Pair of French Iron Male and Female Goats after P J Mane circa 1850

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H 7.49 in W 9.06 in D 3.15 in

19th Century Pair of French Iron Male and Female Goats after P J Mane circa 1850

Located in GB

This superb pair of sculptures depict a pair of male and female goats. They were produced in France in the mid-19th century originally sculpted by Pierre Jules Mane in 1844. These fi...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Bulldog Head antique coin throwing game, frog game

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H 5.52 in Dm 5.91 in

Bulldog Head antique coin throwing game, frog game

Located in Retie, BE

French Bulldog head from an antique coin throwing game - coin toss game. This French antique game is known as frog game - jeu de la grenouille. The intention was to throw coins or j...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Boston Terrier Black Painted Door Stop, Hubley

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H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in

19th Century Boston Terrier Black Painted Door Stop, Hubley

Located in Berlin, DE

19th century Boston Terrier door stop, cast iron with original black paint. Beautiful patina.

Category

Antique 1890s North American American Classical Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Handmade Cast Iron Mythical Animal Lights

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H 19.69 in W 11.03 in D 15.75 in

Pair of Handmade Cast Iron Mythical Animal Lights

By Fallen Furniture

Located in Bath, GB

The two feline figures date back to the 1920s. These are a one of a kind build, with the surround having been hand manufactured in the UK from cast iron parts, and fitted with an LED...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Gothic Sculptures

Cast Iron Unicorn Doorstop

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H 15.75 in W 22.84 in D 2.37 in

Cast Iron Unicorn Doorstop

By John Crowley

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

19th century cast iron fireside unicorn, design attributed to John Crowley of Sheffield, UK. Representing the Scottish unicorn in the royal coat of arms. High quality casting, common...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Head

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H 18.9 in W 8.27 in D 14.18 in

Cast Iron Horse Head

Located in København, København

Large antique French cast iron horse head. Originally it was mounted on a gate pillar at the stables of a chateau in the South of France so the head has endured many years outdoors a...

Category

Antique 1880s French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair Antique Vintage French Cast Iron Bronze Bulldogs Animal Statue Sculpture

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H 19.3 in W 11.82 in D 12.6 in

Pair Antique Vintage French Cast Iron Bronze Bulldogs Animal Statue Sculpture

Located in Sale, GB

- A wonderful pair of rare cast bronze bulldogs on chain, France circa 1950. - Each of the bulldogs have been beautifully made, athletic and muscular in build, posing in opposite di...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Cast Iron Spaniels, Pair

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H 25 in W 12 in D 20 in

Cast Iron Spaniels, Pair

Located in Wilton, CT

A stately pair of cast iron spaniels resting their paws on blooming floral baskets. The extremely heavy pair have been recently restored with a rich and durable powder coating, a fin...

Category

Vintage 1940s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Snail Sculpture

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H 6 in W 9 in D 5 in

Cast Iron Snail Sculpture

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a charming cast iron sculpture, possibly a bookend or doorstop, of a garden snail. The snail exhibits lots of character, making it a great decorative element.

Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Whippets

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H 4.75 in W 9.25 in

Cast Iron Whippets

Located in Washington, DC

Cast Iron Sitting Whippets Left: 9.25" L x 4.75" H Right: 9.75" L x 5" H

Category

Antique 19th Century French Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Bear

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H 7.5 in W 13 in D 6 in

19th Century Cast Iron Bear

Located in Chicago, IL

A bold 19th century American cast iron bear sculpture with wonderful attention to detail including expressive facial muscles, thick fur, and anatomically correct proportion. We belie...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Original Painted Cast Iron Cow

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H 7.5 in W 12 in D 4 in

Original Painted Cast Iron Cow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Extremely heavy original painted cast iron cow.

Category

20th Century American Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast-Iron Horse Head, 1930s

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H 15 in W 21.25 in D 6.75 in

Cast-Iron Horse Head, 1930s

Located in London, GB

Cast-iron horse head from a playground ride. With original paint layers. Mounted onto a custom-made burnished steel base.

Category

Vintage 1930s British Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Steel

Cast Iron Scottie Terrier Bootscrape

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H 8.5 in W 13.5 in D 2.5 in

Cast Iron Scottie Terrier Bootscrape

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderfully whimsical early 20th century American cast iron Scottish Terrier bootscrape with a fantastic fur texture and strong silhouette. Notice the notches to the base--these we...

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Ducks

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H 7 in W 6 in

Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Ducks

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

Symbols of fidelity and loyalty, ducks represent a sense of community and prosperity. Here we have a vintage pair of these noble aquatic birds, cast in impeccably aged iron. One is d...

Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop

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H 10 in W 10 in D 5 in

Vintage Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A vintage cast iron Boston Terrier doorstop. May or may not be manufactured by the Hubley. The piece has retained its original hand painted finish and is in good condition wit...

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Doorstop , Spaniel

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H 7 in W 11 in D 5 in

Cast Iron Doorstop , Spaniel

Located in Petaluma, CA

Here is a nice example of one of the most collectible fields,cast iron doorstops. What makes this one special is that is has nice original paint,and is full body. Some are flat on th...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Dog

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H 9.1 in W 9.1 in D 6 in

19th Century French Cast Iron Dog

Located in Atlanta, GA

This 19th-century patinated cast iron dog sculpture is a fine example of Victorian-era craftsmanship. Depicting a seated spaniel with intricate detailing, the figure captures the lif...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Boot Jack

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H 12 in W 19 in D 18 in

Cast Iron Boot Jack

Located in Surrey, BC

Larger boot jack with incredible cast horse....original paint, untouched.

Category

Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

A cast iron stick stand

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H 26.78 in W 15.75 in D 8.27 in

A cast iron stick stand

Located in GB

A wonderful cast iron stick stand , picturing a lovely dog, and featuring acorns and foliage, tapering onto a circular cast base.

Category

Vintage 1970s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Cast Iron Labrador Retriever

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H 30 in W 51 in D 10 in

Cast Iron Labrador Retriever

Located in Los Angeles, CA

American, Victorian Labrador Retriever in a Standing Position w/Remains of Old Paint attributed to Putnam, VT

Category

Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Heads

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H 11 in W 22 in D 7 in

Cast Iron Horse Heads

Located in Surrey, BC

Decorative horse heads manufactured for the top bar of a double set of pasture gates. Traces of original paint

Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Head Sculpture, England 1870

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H 19 in W 18 in D 8 in

Cast Iron Horse Head Sculpture, England 1870

Located in Culver City, CA

Iron Horse Head Sculpture England, 1870 Cast-iron, with a weathered surface and detailed mane. 18”w x 8”d x 19”h Ref. O2188

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron English Setter Doorstop

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H 7.5 in W 12 in

Cast Iron English Setter Doorstop

Located in San Francisco, CA

An American cast iron doorstop, a setter, retaining its original paint. Circa 1900-1920.

Category

Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop

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H 9 in W 9 in D 5 in

Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop

Located in Essex, MA

Original Boston Terrier Doorstop in Cast Iron. Original Painted Surface. One of A Collection Used in the Matthew McConnahaugh Movie, Ghosts of Girlfriends Past, Used in His Bedroom.

Category

Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Peacocks

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H 10 in W 19 in D 5 in

Pair of Cast Iron Peacocks

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Interesting pair of cast iron birds in the form of peacocks with an alert stance and quirky expressions. These birds have rustic time worn black finish over a detailed casting.

Category

20th Century English Rustic Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Small Stunning Cast Iron Giraffe Sculpture, 1960s

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H 16 in W 6 in D 4 in

Small Stunning Cast Iron Giraffe Sculpture, 1960s

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning small cast iron giraffe sculpture. Unknown artist. Mexico 1960s. x.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cat Doorstop

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H 7 in W 4.5 in D 3.13 in

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cat Doorstop

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Early 20th century cast iron cat doorstop, English. Charming face, small but heavy. Paint wear only makes it more charming! Well modelled. 7" h., 4.5" w., 3 1/8" d. Whitehall Antiqu...

Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

A Pair of Cast Iron Recumbent Lions

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H 19 in W 41 in D 13.5 in

A Pair of Cast Iron Recumbent Lions

Located in Greenwich, CT

A pair of substantial cast iron recumbent lions with faces reminiscent of Maurice Sendak illustrations, in centurion poses as if flanking an entrance, still with traces of original p...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Horse Sculpture

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H 12.5 in W 15 in D 7 in

Antique Cast Iron Horse Sculpture

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful nicely patinated cast iron horse sculpture, circa 1960s.

Category

20th Century American Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage American Cast Iron Squirrel

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H 7 in W 8 in D 4 in

Vintage American Cast Iron Squirrel

Located in Chicago, IL

This vintage American cast iron squirrel garden statue captures the playful spirit of nature with charming detail. Standing on his haunches and feasting on a nut, the squirrel's post...

Category

Late 20th Century American Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Cast Iron Cat by Hubley

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H 9.75 in W 5 in D 3.75 in

Art Deco Cast Iron Cat by Hubley

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Stamford, CT

An Art Deco cast iron doorstop in the form of a cat by Hubley Manufacturing Company. Signed "Hubley" on underside.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

20th Century Japanese Style Cast Iron Heron

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H 6.11 in W 2.92 in D 4.34 in

20th Century Japanese Style Cast Iron Heron

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

A highly decorative painted cast iron heron, crafted in the Japanese style during the first half of the 20th century. Standing gracefully on one leg with its neck tucked in, the hero...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Wing Sculpture Mounted on Iron Stand, Circa 1850

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H 12 in W 25 in D 6 in

American Cast Iron Wing Sculpture Mounted on Iron Stand, Circa 1850

Located in Charleston, SC

American cast iron wing sculpture mounted on iron stand. Mid-19th century. Measures: 12 T / 25 W / 6 D with stand 9 T / 22.5 W / 1 D without stand.

Category

Antique 1850s American American Empire Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Mounted Cast Stone Horse Head on Iron Base

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H 29.5 in W 12 in D 16 in

Mounted Cast Stone Horse Head on Iron Base

Located in Dallas, TX

This cast stone horse head on an iron base from the 20th century is highly realistic and decorative. The naturalistic elements include the horse’s flowing mane, the enlarged veins in...

Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Stone, Iron

Early 20Thc Cast Iron Hubley Cat Door Stop

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H 12.25 in W 7 in D 3 in

Early 20Thc Cast Iron Hubley Cat Door Stop

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 20Thc Cast iron Hubley cat door stop in good condition.The hand painted eyes.This is a very heavy doorstop.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Adirondack Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th century Cast Iron Horse Heads

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H 24 in W 11 in D 17 in

19th century Cast Iron Horse Heads

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare cast iron horse heads, original patina

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Circa 1900 English Cast Iron Painted Dog Doorstop

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H 9.5 in W 8.44 in D 3 in

Circa 1900 English Cast Iron Painted Dog Doorstop

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1900 cast iron & painted dog doorstop, English. Adorable! Resting his paws on a coffee pot. Great worn paint. 8 7/16" w., 3" d., 9.5" h. We are a family business that has been...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse with Wooden Base

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H 18 in W 17 in D 4 in

Cast Iron Horse with Wooden Base

Located in Dallas, TX

a cast iron horse, originally a mill weight, in silhouette / 2 dimensional / flat mounted on a simple wooden base. The base is 14.5" L x 4" W.

Category

Antique 19th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large Art Deco Cast Iron Elephant Door Stop

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H 10.5 in W 11.5 in D 2.9 in

Large Art Deco Cast Iron Elephant Door Stop

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Large cast iron elephant from the Art Deco period. Solid, heavy and with good details. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cold-Painted Cast Iron Terrier Form Doorstops, 2

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H 9 in W 7.5 in D 4 in

Cold-Painted Cast Iron Terrier Form Doorstops, 2

Located in Astoria, NY

Two Cold-Painted Cast Iron Boston Terrier Form Doorstops, one pooch standing, one dog seated. Taller: 9" H x 7.5" W x 4" D. Provenance: From a Chelsea Estate.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Folk Art Carved Wooden Pig Sculpture with Patinated Finish

$950

H 11 in W 22 in D 7 in

Folk Art Carved Wooden Pig Sculpture with Patinated Finish

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderfully characterful hand-carved wooden pig, executed in a bold, rustic folk art style. The form is simplified yet expressive, with sturdy legs, a gently lowered head, and a so...

Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Collection of Unusual Antique Victorian Staffordshire Dogs

$1,023 / set

H 4.14 in W 4.93 in D 1.97 in

Collection of Unusual Antique Victorian Staffordshire Dogs

Located in Suffolk, GB

Collection of unusual antique Victorian Staffordshire dogs having five unusual miniature King Charles spaniels. Dimensions H x W x D in cms 10.5 x12.5 x 5 11 x 7.5 x 5 10.5 x...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Victorian Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

19th Century French Earthenware Pig Sculpture from Bavent in Normandy

$1,773

H 11.42 in W 20.48 in D 7.88 in

19th Century French Earthenware Pig Sculpture from Bavent in Normandy

By Bavent

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A great looking late 19th century French pig sculpture in earthenware from Bavent in Normandy. The pig of different shades of white as well as its expressive look testifies to the qu...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage Hand Painted Folk Art Cow Bank Whimsical Wood Animal Sculpture

$595

H 13 in W 13 in D 9 in

Vintage Hand Painted Folk Art Cow Bank Whimsical Wood Animal Sculpture

Located in Delray Beach, FL

A wonderfully whimsical vintage folk art cow, handmade and hand painted with an expressive personality all its own. The exaggerated boxy body, dimensional head and graphic black-and...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood, Paint

Bronze Flying Eagle on Marble Base

$1,265 / set

H 16 in W 12 in D 28 in

Bronze Flying Eagle on Marble Base

Located in Annville, PA

Graceful even when standing still the Bronze Flying Eagle on Marble Base is a striking addition to any setting. Using traditional lost wax casting methods the Bronze Eagle is created...

Category

2010s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Bronze Setter Dog Sculpture After P.J. Mêne, French Art

$2,077Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.34 in W 8.47 in D 2.76 in

19th Century Bronze Setter Dog Sculpture After P.J. Mêne, French Art

Located in York, GB

A fine bronze Animalier sculpture of a setter dog after the renowned French sculptor p j mene from a private collector Height: 11cm. Length: 21.5cm base 7 cm Signed in excellent cond...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Heavy Pig Brass Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Vintage, 1950s

$440

H 5 in W 10.38 in D 3.75 in

Heavy Pig Brass Metal Money Box Piggy Bank, Vintage, 1950s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Gorgeous vintage metal money bank. A beautiful decorative item, with nice patina. Made in Europe, circa 1960s. Nice addition to any collection, desktop, living room or children's roo...

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century Pair of Staffordshire Dogs

$895 / set

H 12.25 in W 10.25 in D 4.5 in

Late 19th Century Pair of Staffordshire Dogs

Located in High Point, NC

19th century pair of lovely porcelain dogs from the Staffordshire region of England. They have curly tails and glass eyes, and are decorated in a rust color.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Pottery, Paint

Piggy Bank for Charity

$375

H 5.52 in W 4.73 in D 11.03 in

Piggy Bank for Charity

Located in Copenhagen, K

Lovely piggy bank with inscription aiming to collect money for the society for children’s footwear. This union was established in 1889 and was still active in mid-1930s.

Category

Vintage 1910s Danish Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Carved Wood Dog Family, Folk Art

$2,760Sale Price / set|25% Off

H 17 in W 53 in D 10 in

19th Century Carved Wood Dog Family, Folk Art

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Single dad dog family! Great carved wooden dogs from Guatemala. Anatomically correct details on faces and bodies! Dad measures 27x6.5x16.75H, female measures 16.50x2.5x10H and male ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Guatemalan Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood

$295

H 5.5 in W 3.5 in D 3 in

Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Sculpture of an American Eagle Carved in Seri Ironwood. Vintage hand carved Ironwood Southwestern seri sculpture of an Eagle. Dimensions: 5.5" x 3.5". circa 1970. Ironwood ha...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

1930s Elastolin Farm / Yard. 65 pc. O&M Hausser.. Antique toy, made in Germany

$2,740 / set

H 17 in W 48 in D 15 in

1930s Elastolin Farm / Yard. 65 pc. O&M Hausser.. Antique toy, made in Germany

By Elastoform

Located in Buffalo, NY

Rare 1930s Elastolin Farm / Yard. over 65 pc. O&M Hausser.. Antique toys, made in Germany,,Over 50 year collection. Amazing Early Elastolin Farm comprising of two houses,, several a...

Category

Vintage 1930s German Country Models and Miniatures

Materials

Composition

Large Vintage Folk Art Signed Limited Edition Noah's Ark Toy Playset Sculpture

$1,795

H 12.5 in W 34 in D 6.25 in

Large Vintage Folk Art Signed Limited Edition Noah's Ark Toy Playset Sculpture

Located in Studio City, CA

A beautifully crafted and designed quite large folk art Noah's Ark sculpture/playset/toy model with 11 pairings of animals and Noah figure. Each piece is hand carved from wood and h...

Category

1990s American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Century Flat Bottom Toy Noah's Ark with 34 Figures. German Circa 1880

$2,750

H 7.5 in W 4.75 in D 15 in

Late 19th Century Flat Bottom Toy Noah's Ark with 34 Figures. German Circa 1880

Located in Incline Village, NV

Offered for sale is a very traditional Folk Art item; a handcrafted Noah's Ark toy with 34 hand-painted and hand-carved animals (includes Noah and Naamah). The flat bottom ark indica...

Category

Antique 1880s German Folk Art Toys

Materials

Wood

Hand-Carved Single-Piece Figure of an Eagle On Wood Plinth, Circa 1950s

$1,495

H 19 in W 11 in D 11 in

Hand-Carved Single-Piece Figure of an Eagle On Wood Plinth, Circa 1950s

Located in Germantown, MD

A mid 20th Century Handcrafted, Hand-Carved from a single piece of wood , Figure of an Bald American Eagle landing On Wood Plinth, Circa 1950s. Varnish Finish in very good condition....

Category

Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Hardwood, Fruitwood

Vintage "New England" Folk Art Cow Figure Sculpture, signed, 1986

$295

H 7.25 in W 13 in D 2.75 in

Vintage "New England" Folk Art Cow Figure Sculpture, signed, 1986

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Cast Iron Animals For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cast iron animals for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and paint, all cast iron animals available were constructed with great care. Cast iron animals have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Cast iron animals are generally popular furniture pieces, but Industrial, Victorian and Folk Art styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Hubley Manufacturing Company, Olle Hermansson and Alfred Dunhill each produced beautiful cast iron animals that are worth considering.

How Much are Cast Iron Animals?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $900, while they’re typically $88 on the low end and $42,469 highest priced.

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Invite the untamed wonders of the animal kingdom into your home — and do so safely — with the antique, new and vintage animal sculptures available on 1stDibs.

Artists working in every medium from furniture design to jewelry to painting have found inspiration in wild animals over the years. For sculptors, three-dimensional animal renderings — both realistic and symbolic — crisscross history and continents. In as early as 210 B.C., intricately detailed terracotta horses guarded early Chinese tombs, while North America’s native Inuit tribes living in the ice-covered Arctic during the 1800’s wore small animal figurines carved from walrus ivory. Indeed, animal sculpture has a long history, and beginning in the 19th century, the art form started becoming not only fashionable but artistically validated — a trend that continues today. At home, animal sculptures — polished bronze rhinos crafted in the Art Deco style or ceramic dogs of the mid-century modern era — can introduce both playfulness and drama to your decor.

In the case of the frosted glass sculptures crafted by artisans at legendary French glassmaker Lalique, founded by jeweler and glass artist René Lalique, some animal sculptures are purely decorative. With their meticulously groomed horse manes and detailed contours of their parakeet feathers, these creatures want to be proudly displayed. Adding animal sculptures to your bookcases can draw attention to your covetable collection of vintage monographs, while side tables and wall shelving also make great habitats for these ornamental animal figurines.

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Questions About Cast Iron Animals

What is the difference between iron and cast iron?
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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.
Who invented cast iron?
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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.
What are cast iron columns?
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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.
Are cast iron columns hollow?
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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.
Can I use cast iron as a planter?
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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.
What is a cast iron fireplace insert?
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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?
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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.
When were cast iron doorstops made?
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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.
Is cast iron stronger than steel?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
How do I keep cast iron from rusting?
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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?
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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.
Do cast iron tables rust?
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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.
Do cast iron Firebacks work?
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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.
Does cast-iron furniture rust?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
Why is cast iron used for fireplaces?
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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?
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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.
When were cast iron beds made?
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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.
How can you tell the difference between cast iron and wrought iron?
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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.
Do cast iron umbrella stands rust?
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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.
Does cast iron garden furniture last?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.

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