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A Victorian cast iron door step modelled as a greyhound.
A Victorian cast iron door step modelled as a greyhound.

A Victorian cast iron door step modelled as a greyhound.

Located in London, GB

A Victorian cast iron door step modelled as a greyhound. 41cm tall Stamped Sheffield Now on

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of 1920s Cast Iron Duck Figures with Folk Charm and Patinated Finish
Pair of 1920s Cast Iron Duck Figures with Folk Charm and Patinated Finish

Pair of 1920s Cast Iron Duck Figures with Folk Charm and Patinated Finish

Located in Atlanta, GA

-century cast iron ducks embodies the quiet charm of vernacular folk design. One duck bows low as if mid

Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Sculpture of a Dog, Late 19th Century
Antique Cast Iron Sculpture of a Dog, Late 19th Century

Antique Cast Iron Sculpture of a Dog, Late 19th Century

Located in Greven, DE

Antique cast iron sculpture of a dog Continental / possibly English Cast iron Late 19th Century

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Sculpture After Pierre-Jules Mêne, 19th Century
Cast Iron Horse Sculpture After Pierre-Jules Mêne, 19th Century

Cast Iron Horse Sculpture After Pierre-Jules Mêne, 19th Century

Located in Kastrup, DK

for its artistic cast iron works in the mid-19th century. The model was originally created in Paris

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century French Cast-Iron Rooster Sculpture on Oval Base
Early 20th Century French Cast-Iron Rooster Sculpture on Oval Base

Early 20th Century French Cast-Iron Rooster Sculpture on Oval Base

Located in Dallas, TX

Celebrate the proud emblem of France with this impressive early 20th-century cast-iron rooster

Category

Early 20th Century French Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fire Dog by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden, 1960s
Cast Iron Fire Dog by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden, 1960s

Cast Iron Fire Dog by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna, Sweden, 1960s

By Olle Hermansson

Located in Staffanstorp, SE

“Räven” by Olle Hermansson for Husqvarna – 1960s A rare and striking cast iron sculpture from the

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Hubley Cast Iron Boxer / Boston Terrier 'Puppy Size' Doorstop, Circa 1930
Hubley Cast Iron Boxer / Boston Terrier 'Puppy Size' Doorstop, Circa 1930

Hubley Cast Iron Boxer / Boston Terrier 'Puppy Size' Doorstop, Circa 1930

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hubley Cast Iron Boxer / Boston Terrier 'Puppy Size' Doorstop, Circa 1930 An original Hubley cast

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

A Rare Pair of 20th Century Animalier Cast Iron Hunting Dogs
A Rare Pair of 20th Century Animalier Cast Iron Hunting Dogs

A Rare Pair of 20th Century Animalier Cast Iron Hunting Dogs

Located in Dublin, IE

A rare pair of 20th Century animalier heavy cast iron sculptures depicting hunting dogs after H

Category

Mid-20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Russian Sarapul Cast Iron Bronze Washed Horse Sculpture Candelabra Mid-Century
Russian Sarapul Cast Iron Bronze Washed Horse Sculpture Candelabra Mid-Century

Russian Sarapul Cast Iron Bronze Washed Horse Sculpture Candelabra Mid-Century

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Stylized plated or washed cast metal horse candleholder, weighs 1 lb.

Category

Vintage 1960s Russian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Cast Iron Green Foot Boot Scraper Door Stop of Dachshund Dog
Cast Iron Green Foot Boot Scraper Door Stop of Dachshund Dog

Cast Iron Green Foot Boot Scraper Door Stop of Dachshund Dog

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Dachshund cast metal boot scraper or door stop from the 1950's powder-coated in a fantastic shade

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Iron

Early English Hunt and Dog / Hound Cast Iron Painted Fox Form Doorstop
Early English Hunt and Dog / Hound Cast Iron Painted Fox Form Doorstop

Early English Hunt and Dog / Hound Cast Iron Painted Fox Form Doorstop

Located in Kennesaw, GA

I have seen the brass version of this doorstop many times, but never the early cast iron version

Category

Early 20th Century English Georgian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Donald Duck Cast Iron Stop/Enter Doorstop by Walt Disney Productions, 1971
Donald Duck Cast Iron Stop/Enter Doorstop by Walt Disney Productions, 1971

Donald Duck Cast Iron Stop/Enter Doorstop by Walt Disney Productions, 1971

By Walt Disney Productions

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Donald Duck Cast Iron Stop/Enter Doorstop by Walt Disney Productions, 1971  Signed by Walt Disney

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Black Cat Lovers Cast Iron Painted Door Stop Decorative object kids Bedroom
Black Cat Lovers Cast Iron Painted Door Stop Decorative object kids Bedroom

Black Cat Lovers Cast Iron Painted Door Stop Decorative object kids Bedroom

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Black Cat Lovers Cast Iron Painted Door Stop Decorative object kids Bedroom Beautiful cast Iron of

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Christophe Fratin, Cast Iron Statue Mare and Foal, 19th Century
Christophe Fratin, Cast Iron Statue Mare and Foal, 19th Century

Christophe Fratin, Cast Iron Statue Mare and Foal, 19th Century

By Christophe Fratin

Located in Beaune, FR

Cast Iron statue signed « Fratin » on the terrace representing a mare and her foal. Perfection

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture
Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture

Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture. Circa Late 20th Century

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Grouping of Cast Iron Hand Painted Door Stops. Circa 1890
Grouping of Cast Iron Hand Painted Door Stops. Circa 1890

Grouping of Cast Iron Hand Painted Door Stops. Circa 1890

Located in Charleston, SC

Grouping of cast iron hand painted door stops. Set consist of dogs, cats, ships, and anvil. Late

Category

Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Lyons by Antoine Durenne Was a French Cast Iron "Offer Free Shipping in Florida"
Lyons by Antoine Durenne Was a French Cast Iron "Offer Free Shipping in Florida"

Lyons by Antoine Durenne Was a French Cast Iron "Offer Free Shipping in Florida"

By A. Durenne

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

and noted especially for its ornamental ironwork and over-life size, iron, and bronze, cast animal

Category

Antique 1880s French Classical Roman Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Ion Hubbly Boston Terriers Door Stops -Pair
Cast Ion Hubbly Boston Terriers Door Stops -Pair

Cast Ion Hubbly Boston Terriers Door Stops -Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of two cast iron Hubbly pit bull terrier door stops. Black and white dog measures - 10 high x

Category

Vintage 1920s American Adirondack Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Iron Doorstop
19th Century English Iron Doorstop

19th Century English Iron Doorstop

Located in High Point, NC

19th century English doorstop cast from iron. The handle on the top makes it easily moveable. the

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Boho Cast Buffalo Statue
Vintage Boho Cast Buffalo Statue

Vintage Boho Cast Buffalo Statue

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, detailed pose. Cast in heavy metal, possibly iron or bronze-finished spelter, the piece features remarkable

Category

Late 20th Century American Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Russian iron sculpture of a Cossack horseman
Russian iron sculpture of a Cossack horseman

Russian iron sculpture of a Cossack horseman

Located in London, GB

This expressive patinated cast iron sculpture depicts a Cossack soldier on horseback. The soldier

Category

Vintage 1910s Russian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

English Victorian cast lion doorstop, c. 1850-1900
English Victorian cast lion doorstop, c. 1850-1900

English Victorian cast lion doorstop, c. 1850-1900

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Painted English Victorian cast iron lion doorstop with hollow back. The lion features a full mane

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century American Iron Duck Boot Scrape
Early 20th Century American Iron Duck Boot Scrape

Early 20th Century American Iron Duck Boot Scrape

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 20th-century American solid cast iron mallard duck boot scrape is a multifunctional

Category

Early 20th Century American Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

A Set Of Gilt Iron Lion Heads Door Knockers
A Set Of Gilt Iron Lion Heads Door Knockers

A Set Of Gilt Iron Lion Heads Door Knockers

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Set of Gilt Iron Door Knockers. It depicts a pair of large and heavy lion heads with a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Empire Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Bird Sculpture, Iron and Brass, Mid Century Modern, France
Brutalist Bird Sculpture, Iron and Brass, Mid Century Modern, France

Brutalist Bird Sculpture, Iron and Brass, Mid Century Modern, France

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Brutalist Metal Bird Sculpture in Iron and Brass, Mid Century Modern, France. A rare and

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of Iron 19th Century Goat Sculptures After P J Mene , French, circa 1850
Pair of Iron 19th Century Goat Sculptures After P J Mene , French, circa 1850

Pair of Iron 19th Century Goat Sculptures After P J Mene , French, circa 1850

By Pierre Jules Mêne

Located in Central England, GB

sculpted by Pierre Jules Mene in 1844. These fine examples are cast to a high standard in iron. They show

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Horse Head Sculpture Iron Figurine Busts Home Decor Plinth Metal Head
Antique Horse Head Sculpture Iron Figurine Busts Home Decor Plinth Metal Head

Antique Horse Head Sculpture Iron Figurine Busts Home Decor Plinth Metal Head

Located in Wembley, GB

, luxury interior sculpture horse, vintage equestrian decor, antique animal sculpture iron, horse head art

Category

Antique 1880s Greek Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Sheet Metal, Iron, Metal

1950s Japanese Iron Bird Sculpture Mid-Century Asian Cabinmodern Art
1950s Japanese Iron Bird Sculpture Mid-Century Asian Cabinmodern Art

1950s Japanese Iron Bird Sculpture Mid-Century Asian Cabinmodern Art

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Hard to find object, we have never seen another. It is cast metal with a faux verdigris/archaic

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Brutalist Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Elephant on Iron Pedestal, Lost Wax Casting Parcel-Gilt Patina Bronze Sculpture
Elephant on Iron Pedestal, Lost Wax Casting Parcel-Gilt Patina Bronze Sculpture

Elephant on Iron Pedestal, Lost Wax Casting Parcel-Gilt Patina Bronze Sculpture

By Pablo Simunovic

Located in Firenze, IT

to work with bronze. This animal sculpture is casted in Italy using very traditional techniques, the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brutalist Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

18th Century French Door Ornament
18th Century French Door Ornament

18th Century French Door Ornament

Located in Atlanta, GA

This impressive 18th-century French cast iron horse head ornament is a striking piece of

Category

Antique 18th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of J. W. Fiske Greyhound Garden Statues
Pair of J. W. Fiske Greyhound Garden Statues

Pair of J. W. Fiske Greyhound Garden Statues

By J.W. Fiske & Company

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

A large recumbent cast iron greyhound attributed to J.W. Fiske Foundry, New York, circa late 19th

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

French Garden Bird Statue of a Walking Crane, Stands
French Garden Bird Statue of a Walking Crane, Stands

French Garden Bird Statue of a Walking Crane, Stands

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French garden statue of a crane bird. This vintage statue from France, created in cast-stone, in

Category

20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

Spanish Peacock 2 Ft. Tall Patio Garden Lawn Ornament, Mid-Century
Spanish Peacock 2 Ft. Tall Patio Garden Lawn Ornament, Mid-Century

Spanish Peacock 2 Ft. Tall Patio Garden Lawn Ornament, Mid-Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

, created of cast stone with iron legs, features a lovely little peafowl bird -standing upright with head

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

Midcentury Swedish Brutalist Rooster as Fire Screen Olle Hermansson, Husqvarna
Midcentury Swedish Brutalist Rooster as Fire Screen Olle Hermansson, Husqvarna

Midcentury Swedish Brutalist Rooster as Fire Screen Olle Hermansson, Husqvarna

By Husqvarna, Olle Hermansson

Located in Stockholm, SE

cast iron. Olle Hermansson was interested in Nordic mythology. The rooster "Gullinkambe" (golden comb

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare Modernist Cat Doorstop by Hubley
Rare Modernist Cat Doorstop by Hubley

Rare Modernist Cat Doorstop by Hubley

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

. Hubley’s modernist doorstops consistently command higher prices than their typical cast-iron counterparts

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Russian Ormolu "Dancing Bear" Sculpture
19th Century Russian Ormolu "Dancing Bear" Sculpture

19th Century Russian Ormolu "Dancing Bear" Sculpture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

be "level" and spin. Due to the weight of the cast iron base with a protruding screw, which is not

Category

Antique 19th Century Russian High Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron, Ormolu

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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.

Finding the Right Animal-sculptures for You

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.

Some sculptures, however, can find suitable nests in just about any corner of your space. Whimsical brass flamingos or the violent, realist bronze lions created by Parisian sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye are provocative and versatile pieces that can rest on windowsills or your desk. Otherwise, the brass cat shoehorns and bronze porcupine ashtrays designed by Viennese artist Walter Bosse are no longer roaming aimlessly throughout your living room, as they’ve found a purpose to serve.

Embark on your safari today and find a fascinating collection of vintage, modern and antique animal sculptures on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cast Iron Animals
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 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 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 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

    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 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

    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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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.