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Large Cast Iron German Empire Lions, circa 1870
Large Cast Iron German Empire Lions, circa 1870

Large Cast Iron German Empire Lions, circa 1870

Located in Gloucester, GB

Large cast iron German Empire lions, circa 1870 - Price is for the pair - Cast iron with

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Antique 1870s German Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Decorative Hook Hanging Bear
Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Decorative Hook Hanging Bear

Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Decorative Hook Hanging Bear

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Vintage Japanese Cast Iron Decorative Hook Hanging Bear 8 tall x 1.25 w x 1 d Original vintage

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Doorstop of a Horse with Full Gear, circa 1940
Cast Iron Doorstop of a Horse with Full Gear, circa 1940

Cast Iron Doorstop of a Horse with Full Gear, circa 1940

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Detailed cast iron horse with saddle and gear. Unsigned. Very good vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1940s American American Classical Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20thc Cast Iron Duck Door Stops/Bookends
Early 20thc Cast Iron Duck Door Stops/Bookends

Early 20thc Cast Iron Duck Door Stops/Bookends

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 20thc cast iron Duck Door Stops/ bookends. Great weight, heavy. Wonderful shape and size

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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century, English Cast-Iron Recumbent Lion Mantle Garniture
Pair of 19th Century, English Cast-Iron Recumbent Lion Mantle Garniture

Pair of 19th Century, English Cast-Iron Recumbent Lion Mantle Garniture

Located in Nantucket, MA

Pair of 19th century English cast-iron mantle ornaments in the form of recumbent lions in opposing

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

English Regency Cast Iron Gilt Fireplace Monkey Andirons
English Regency Cast Iron Gilt Fireplace Monkey Andirons

English Regency Cast Iron Gilt Fireplace Monkey Andirons

Located in Astoria, NY

English Regency pair of black cast iron and partially gilt fireplace andiron chenets in the shape

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Cast Iron Poly Chromed Sitting Lions, Circa 1840
Pair of English Cast Iron Poly Chromed Sitting Lions, Circa 1840

Pair of English Cast Iron Poly Chromed Sitting Lions, Circa 1840

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of English cast iron poly chromed sitting lions. Mid-19th century.

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Antique 1840s English William IV Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop

Located in Middleburg, VA

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop. An iconic example of early 20th-century

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Early 20th Century English Cast Iron Dalmatian Form Doorstop
Early 20th Century English Cast Iron Dalmatian Form Doorstop

Early 20th Century English Cast Iron Dalmatian Form Doorstop

Located in Atlanta, GA

Antique cast iron and painted door stop. Unmarked so I am unable to determine the maker. Very heavy.

Category

20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Scotty Dog by Hubley, circa 1910-1940
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Scotty Dog by Hubley, circa 1910-1940

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Scotty Dog by Hubley, circa 1910-1940

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original cast iron Scottish Terrier doorstop manufactured by the Hubley

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Oversized Antique Hubley School Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Dog Door Stop C1900
Oversized Antique Hubley School Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Dog Door Stop C1900

Oversized Antique Hubley School Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Dog Door Stop C1900

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Big Flats, NY

Oversized antique figural door stop in the manner of Hubley offers painted cast iron construction

Category

Early 20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century English Cast-Iron Lion Statues, 3.5 Ft Tall
Pair of 19th Century English Cast-Iron Lion Statues, 3.5 Ft Tall

Pair of 19th Century English Cast-Iron Lion Statues, 3.5 Ft Tall

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of English lions of cast-iron from the 19th century on stands. This antique pair of cast

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Antique 19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Monumental Late 19th Century Cast Iron Rooster Sculpture French
Monumental Late 19th Century Cast Iron Rooster Sculpture French

Monumental Late 19th Century Cast Iron Rooster Sculpture French

Located in West Hartford, CT

Monumental late 19th century large cast iron rooster with intricate detailing throughout.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Black Horse Head Sculpture Bust Statue 19"
Cast Iron Black Horse Head Sculpture Bust Statue 19"

Cast Iron Black Horse Head Sculpture Bust Statue 19"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage cast iron horse head bust / sculpture painted with a matte black finish. Dimensions: 15" x

Category

Late 20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast iron doorstop in the form of a Borzoi

Cast iron doorstop in the form of a Borzoi

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine and large cast iron doorstop in the form of a Borzoi by Hubley, circa 1900-1920.

Category

Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

FANTASTIC 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED LION CAST IRON DOOR STOP
FANTASTIC 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED LION CAST IRON DOOR STOP

FANTASTIC 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED LION CAST IRON DOOR STOP

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED CAST IRON LION DOOR STOP FROM NEW ENGLAND.THE PATINA IS WONDERFUL AND THE

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Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Folk Art Cast Iron Whale Sculpture or Door Stop
Folk Art Cast Iron Whale Sculpture or Door Stop

Folk Art Cast Iron Whale Sculpture or Door Stop

Located in Elkhart, IN

A charming Folk Art cast iron door stop or sculpture in the form of a whale, perfect for your

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20th Century American Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Standing Stag or Deer Sculpture, Signed, 1972
Cast Iron Standing Stag or Deer Sculpture, Signed, 1972

Cast Iron Standing Stag or Deer Sculpture, Signed, 1972

Located in Bedford Hills, NY

Cast iron standing stag or deer, sculpture, beautifully cast with a gorgeous gray patina. Signed by

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Vintage 1970s American American Craftsman Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Outdoor Weathered Cast Iron Greyhound Dogs
Pair of Large Outdoor Weathered Cast Iron Greyhound Dogs

Pair of Large Outdoor Weathered Cast Iron Greyhound Dogs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Pair of large outdoor weathered cast iron greyhound dogs This super pair of dogs has a good

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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Patinated Horses Sculpture Bookends
Pair of Antique Cast Iron Patinated Horses Sculpture Bookends

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Patinated Horses Sculpture Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Nice antique patinated cast iron small horses, circa 1940s can be used as bookends or sculptures.

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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Heavy Cast Iron Dachshund Weiner Dog Boot Scraper
Antique Heavy Cast Iron Dachshund Weiner Dog Boot Scraper

Antique Heavy Cast Iron Dachshund Weiner Dog Boot Scraper

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in West Chester, PA

An antique heavy cast iron boot scraper in the from of a dachshund dog. Scraper section is 9.25

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Early 20th Century American Other Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1950s Japanese Modernist Cast Iron Bird Incense Burner Sculpture
1950s Japanese Modernist Cast Iron Bird Incense Burner Sculpture

1950s Japanese Modernist Cast Iron Bird Incense Burner Sculpture

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Cast iron Koro bird incense burner or sculpture, made in Japan. Piece measures 9.5" high by 5" wide

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, circa 1910-1930s
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, circa 1910-1930s

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, circa 1910-1930s

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original cast iron Boston Terrier doorstop manufactured by the Hubley

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron French Bulldog Doorstop by Hubley, c. 1910- 1940s
Early 20th Century Cast Iron French Bulldog Doorstop by Hubley, c. 1910- 1940s

Early 20th Century Cast Iron French Bulldog Doorstop by Hubley, c. 1910- 1940s

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An original cast iron French Bulldog doorstop manufactured by the Hubley Manufacturing

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron French Bulldog Doorstop by Hubley, c. 1910- 1940s
Early 20th Century Cast Iron French Bulldog Doorstop by Hubley, c. 1910- 1940s

Early 20th Century Cast Iron French Bulldog Doorstop by Hubley, c. 1910- 1940s

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

About An original cast iron French Bulldog doorstop manufactured by the Hubley Manufacturing

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, circa 1910-1940
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, circa 1910-1940

Early 20th Century 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

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century English Cast Iron Butchers Trade Sign
Early 20th Century English Cast Iron Butchers Trade Sign

Early 20th Century English Cast Iron Butchers Trade Sign

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century English cast iron butchers trade sign A wonderful object, and rare at that

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Vintage 1920s British Early Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

20th Century French Cast Iron Horse Head
20th Century French Cast Iron Horse Head

20th Century French Cast Iron Horse Head

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful 20th century French cast iron Horse head from the 1980s. Nice quality and condition

Category

Vintage 1980s French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Three Jack Russell Terrier Cast Iron Doorstops
Three Jack Russell Terrier Cast Iron Doorstops

Three Jack Russell Terrier Cast Iron Doorstops

Located in San Francisco, CA

A collection of three Jack Russell terrier dog cast iron door stops retaining their original

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Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Early 20th C. Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, c.1910-1940
Early 20th C. Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, c.1910-1940

Early 20th C. Cast Iron Scottish Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, c.1910-1940

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original cast iron Scottish Terrier doorstop manufactured by the Hubley

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Cast Iron Cat Andirons with Green Glass Eyes
Mid-Century Cast Iron Cat Andirons with Green Glass Eyes

Mid-Century Cast Iron Cat Andirons with Green Glass Eyes

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of vintage cast iron andirons in the shape of seated black cats. Each has green glass eyes

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Model of a Hunting Dog Hound Garden Statue Antiques LA CA Center Piece
Cast Iron Model of a Hunting Dog Hound Garden Statue Antiques LA CA Center Piece

Cast Iron Model of a Hunting Dog Hound Garden Statue Antiques LA CA Center Piece

By Henri Alfred Marie Jacquemart

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A 20th century French cast iron model of hunting dog hound garden statue after a casting by Henri

Category

20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Nikolai Lieberich Cast Iron Standing Bear Sculpture, Kasli Foundry, 19th Century
Nikolai Lieberich Cast Iron Standing Bear Sculpture, Kasli Foundry, 19th Century

Nikolai Lieberich Cast Iron Standing Bear Sculpture, Kasli Foundry, 19th Century

By Nikolai Ivanovich Lieberich

Located in Kastrup, DK

Nikolai Ivanovich Lieberich (1828–1883) An impressive cast iron sculpture of a standing bear beside

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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Black Forest Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century English Cast Iron Lion Door Stop Fire Guard
19th Century English Cast Iron Lion Door Stop Fire Guard

19th Century English Cast Iron Lion Door Stop Fire Guard

Located in London, GB

19th century cast iron lion door stop Rare 19th century cast iron lion doorstop, this wonderful

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Lion Garden Sculpture with Aged Verdigris Finish
Vintage Cast Iron Lion Garden Sculpture with Aged Verdigris Finish

Vintage Cast Iron Lion Garden Sculpture with Aged Verdigris Finish

Located in Round Top, TX

This vintage iron lion sculpture has commanding presence due to the attractive verdigris finish

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Early 20th Century Swedish Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

American Rabbit Cast Iron Doorstop. PA,  Circa 1880
American Rabbit Cast Iron Doorstop. PA,  Circa 1880

American Rabbit Cast Iron Doorstop. PA, Circa 1880

Located in Charleston, SC

American cast iron full body sitting rabbit doorstop with original paint. Late 19th Century

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Antique 1880s American American Craftsman Animal Sculptures

Antique Hubley Black Cast Iron Horse Door Stop Equestrian Figurine Statue
Antique Hubley Black Cast Iron Horse Door Stop Equestrian Figurine Statue

Antique Hubley Black Cast Iron Horse Door Stop Equestrian Figurine Statue

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Hubley Manufacturing Co. Cast iron equestrian horse door stop. Nicely weighted with vivid

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Early 20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

20th Century Life Size Cast Iron Statue of a Hunting Dog
20th Century Life Size Cast Iron Statue of a Hunting Dog

20th Century Life Size Cast Iron Statue of a Hunting Dog

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning early 20th century life size cast iron statue of a Spaniel or Munster hunting dog. A

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Early 20th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post from the Late 19th Century
Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post from the Late 19th Century

Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post from the Late 19th Century

Located in Charleston, SC

Cast iron horse head hitching post from the late 19th century. Very nice size due to base diameter

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Antique 1880s American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare Original Antique French Cast Iron Deer/Stag Wall Trophy Mount
Rare Original Antique French Cast Iron Deer/Stag Wall Trophy Mount

Rare Original Antique French Cast Iron Deer/Stag Wall Trophy Mount

By Val D'Osne Foundry

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Rare and extremely hard to find, original antique French cast iron trophy of a deer head. Likely

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century, American Cast Iron Pilot House Eagle Sculpture C. 1880
19th Century, American Cast Iron Pilot House Eagle Sculpture C. 1880

19th Century, American Cast Iron Pilot House Eagle Sculpture C. 1880

Located in Atlanta, GA

American, 19th century. An unusual cast iron pilot house eagle circa 1880. In the 19th and early

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Antique Late 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century French Hand-Painted Cast Iron Pig Restaurant Sign
Early 20th Century French Hand-Painted Cast Iron Pig Restaurant Sign

Early 20th Century French Hand-Painted Cast Iron Pig Restaurant Sign

Located in Dallas, TX

Add character to your kitchen with this playful cast iron pig statue from France, circa 1900. This

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Early 20th Century French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

John Hubley Cast Iron Black and White Enameled French Bulldog Doorstop
John Hubley Cast Iron Black and White Enameled French Bulldog Doorstop

John Hubley Cast Iron Black and White Enameled French Bulldog Doorstop

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Hubley cast iron doorstop, a French bulldog, enameled in black and white, circa early 1900s. This

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Early 20th Century American American Empire Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19THC LION CUT CAST IRON DOG DOOR STOP IN ORIGINAL BLACK PAINT
19THC LION CUT CAST IRON DOG DOOR STOP IN ORIGINAL BLACK PAINT

19THC LION CUT CAST IRON DOG DOOR STOP IN ORIGINAL BLACK PAINT

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC ORIGINAL BLACK PAINTED CAST IRON LION CUT DOG DOOR STOP. THIS IS VERY RARE FORM AND IS IN

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Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Collection of Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstops and Banks
Collection of Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstops and Banks

Collection of Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstops and Banks

Located in San Francisco, CA

A collection of three Boston Terrier dog cast iron door stops and a cast iron Boston Terrier dog

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Animal Sculptures

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

Cast Iron Blue Foot Boot Scraper Door Stop of Dachshund Dog

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Dachshund cast metal boot scraper or door stop painted in a fantastic shade of blue. We see this

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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Spring Rider Horses Head
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Spring Rider Horses Head

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Spring Rider Horses Head

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th century cast iron spring rider horses head - Solid cast iron - Beautifully worn

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Antique Early 1900s English Animal Sculptures

Painted Cast Iron Seated Monkey by Hubley Manufacturing Company
Painted Cast Iron Seated Monkey by Hubley Manufacturing Company

Painted Cast Iron Seated Monkey by Hubley Manufacturing Company

Located in Mt Kisco, NY

Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and is cast in pieces then held together by screws.Great condition!

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Vintage 1930s American Animal Sculptures

Larger than Life Cast Iron Statue of a Howling Wolf  A terrifying beast
Larger than Life Cast Iron Statue of a Howling Wolf  A terrifying beast

Larger than Life Cast Iron Statue of a Howling Wolf A terrifying beast

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Larger than Life Cast Iron Statue of a Howling Wolf A terrifying beast he is standing on a deep

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Vintage 1960s Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

c. 1920's Cast Iron Door Stop or Garden Frog
c. 1920's Cast Iron Door Stop or Garden Frog

c. 1920's Cast Iron Door Stop or Garden Frog

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Early cast iron frog door stop with layers of great original paint.

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20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Rare Original Antique French Cast Iron Deer/Stag Wall Trophy Mount
Rare Original Antique French Cast Iron Deer/Stag Wall Trophy Mount

Rare Original Antique French Cast Iron Deer/Stag Wall Trophy Mount

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Rare and extremely hard to find, original antique French cast iron trophy of a deer head. Likely

Category

Antique 19th Century French Animal Sculptures

American Cast Iron Sculpture or Boot Scrapper of a Cat, circa 1920s
American Cast Iron Sculpture or Boot Scrapper of a Cat, circa 1920s

American Cast Iron Sculpture or Boot Scrapper of a Cat, circa 1920s

Located in Downingtown, PA

American cast iron sculpture or boot scrapper of a cat, circa 1920s   The lovely American cast

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Vintage 1920s North American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

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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 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    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
    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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 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 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 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 ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
  • 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.