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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 Balustrade

Set of 16 Victorian Cast Iron Balustrades

$3,063

H 32.88 in W 8.27 in D 0.79 in

Set of 16 Victorian Cast Iron Balustrades

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Sixteen beautifully made Victorian cast iron balustrades, circa 1880. Previously used as railings

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal, Iron

Set of 13 Regency Style 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrades

$2,255

H 31.89 in W 9.06 in D 5.12 in

Set of 13 Regency Style 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrades

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

Thirteen finely cast Regency style mid-19th century iron balustrades, recently refinished in black

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Andirons

Materials

Metal, Iron

Dr C Dresser Attri, 18 Cast Iron Floral Staircase Balustrades & the knurl post.

$20,199 / set

H 36 in W 7.25 in D 0.75 in

Dr C Dresser Attri, 18 Cast Iron Floral Staircase Balustrades & the knurl post.

By Coalbrookdale Foundry, Christopher Dresser

Located in London, GB

Dr C Dresser attributed for Colebrookdale Iron Works. A rare set of 18 Anglo-Japanese cast iron

Category

Antique 1870s English Aesthetic Movement Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Scrolling Railing Panel

$1,541

H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 1.19 in

Victorian Cast Iron Scrolling Railing Panel

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A decorative Victorian era cast iron decorative railing panel by George Wright & Co, Rotherham

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Reclaimed 19th Century Cast Iron Railing Panel

$1,541

H 36.23 in W 34.26 in D 1.19 in

Reclaimed 19th Century Cast Iron Railing Panel

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A decorative Victorian era cast iron decorative railing panel by George Wright & Co, Rotherham

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Finials

$74 / item

H 31.11 in W 4.73 in D 3.94 in

Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Finials

Located in Hook, Hampshire

Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Finials Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Finials. Simple original

Category

Early 20th Century English Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Toppers

$64 / item

H 8.67 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in

Vintage Cast Iron Mounted Fence Toppers

Located in Hook, Hampshire

Vintage cast iron mounted Fence toppers Vintage cast iron mounted Fence toppers. Simple original

Category

Early 20th Century English Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Arts & Crafts Style Decorative Cast Iron Angular Fence or Staircase Bannister

$2,962

H 29.5 in W 132.5 in D 1 in

Arts & Crafts Style Decorative Cast Iron Angular Fence or Staircase Bannister

Located in London, GB

An Arts & Crafts style decorative cast and wrought iron angular staircase Bannister with circular

Category

Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Gothic Revival Cast Iron Gate with Both Side Railings and Geometric Decoration

$2,962 / set

H 34 in W 74 in D 4 in

Gothic Revival Cast Iron Gate with Both Side Railings and Geometric Decoration

Located in London, GB

George Smith and Co. The Sun Foundry, Glasgow, attributed. A Gothic Revival cast iron gate with

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

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Art Nouveau period cast iron balustrade - Ca 1900

Unavailable

H 61.03 in W 8,661.43 in

Art Nouveau period cast iron balustrade - Ca 1900

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Attributed to Hector GUIMARD, important cast iron Art Nouveau balustrade. Accidents and losses

Category

Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Balustrades, French, 1800 Mounted as Lamps with Custom Shades

Unavailable

H 36 in Dm 22 in L 36 in

Pair of Cast Iron Balustrades, French, 1800 Mounted as Lamps with Custom Shades

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of cast iron balustrades, French, 1800 mounted as lamps with custom shades.

Category

Antique Early 1800s English Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Important Wrought Iron and Cast Iron Balcony, circa 1820

Unavailable

H 42.1 in W 103.9 in D 29.5 in

Important Wrought Iron and Cast Iron Balcony, circa 1820

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Important wrought iron and cast iron balcony. Balusters decorated with leaves and interlaces

Category

Antique 1820s French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair Of 19th Century Cast Iron Balconies

Unavailable

H 35.5 in W 54.5 in

Pair Of 19th Century Cast Iron Balconies

Located in Glen Ellen, CA

A HANDSOME PAIR OF CAST IRON BALCONIES PAINTED IN A SILVER-GREY.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Reclaimed Cast Iron Balcony Railing Panels, 20th Century

Unavailable

H 34.65 in W 27.05 in D 0.6 in

Reclaimed Cast Iron Balcony Railing Panels, 20th Century

Located in London, GB

Ornate cast iron decorative balcony railing / balustrade with a lovely dark green paint finish

Category

20th Century European Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Newel Posts or Finals

Unavailable

H 38.5 in W 7 in D 7 in

Pair of Cast Iron Newel Posts or Finals

Located in Round Top, TX

Pair of cast iron newel posts or finials. Interesting paint.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Five French Cast Iron Bollards with Elaborate Original Chain and Rosettes

Unavailable

H 42.25 in W 5.5 in D 4 in

Five French Cast Iron Bollards with Elaborate Original Chain and Rosettes

Located in Woodbury, CT

Most homes and gardens have a spot that needs to be cordoned off to prevent unwanted access and these fabulous bollards with their original chains will do it in style! When we bought...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Staircase Balluster from the Chicago Stock Exchange

Unavailable

H 30 in W 11 in D 1 in

19th Century Cast Iron Staircase Balluster from the Chicago Stock Exchange

By Louis Sullivan

Located in Chicago, IL

Original 19th century historically important single ornamental cast iron interior staircase

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Suite Of 24, 19th Century, Heavy Cast Iron Stair Balusters

Unavailable

H 32 in

Suite Of 24, 19th Century, Heavy Cast Iron Stair Balusters

Located in New Orleans, LA

Exceptional group of 24, 19th Century, cast-iron spindles from New Orleans. These iron items are

Category

20th Century Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Balustrade Table Lamp

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H 32.75 in Dm 17 in

Cast Iron Balustrade Table Lamp

Located in Culver City, CA

Cast iron balustrade table lamp with cloth shade, newly wired

Category

Vintage 1940s Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Late 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrade/Railings

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H 26.78 in W 33.47 in D 0.79 in

Late 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrade/Railings

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

There are eight immediate sections and 18 posts. There are three designs for each of the larger panels; there are three musical instruments, four others and one centre piece which h...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Decorative Balustrade

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H 29.14 in W 9.45 in D 0.79 in

Decorative Balustrade

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A Set of twenty one shaped cast iron balustrades with scrolling and anthemion decoration.

Category

Antique 19th Century Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Lamp

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H 21.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Cast Iron Lamp

Located in Chireno, TX

Cast Iron Balustrade Lamp. Wired for the USA, Paper Shade Included.

Category

20th Century Belgian Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Posts

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H 54 in W 10 in D 12 in

19th Century Cast Iron Posts

Located in Surrey, BC

Beautiful and heavy cast iron posts with molded details, salvaged in NYC area in the late 1970s. We

Category

Antique 1890s American American Classical Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Falcons

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H 33 in W 13 in D 19 in

Pair of Cast Iron Falcons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Cast Iron Falcons

Category

20th Century Unknown Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Lawn Jockey

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H 56 in W 18 in D 18 in

American Cast Iron Lawn Jockey

Located in Charleston, SC

American cast iron lawn jockey.

Category

20th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Rare Cast Iron Bulding Fenders or Carriage Guides

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H 24.5 in W 6 in D 9.5 in

Rare Cast Iron Bulding Fenders or Carriage Guides

Located in York County, PA

RARE CAST IRON BUILDING FENDERS/ CARRIAGE GUIDES IN THE FORM OF HORSE HOOVES, ATTRIBUTED TO WILLIAM

Category

Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Newel Posts

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H 37 in W 7 in D 7 in

Pair of Cast Iron Newel Posts

Located in Surrey, BC

Newel posts in cast iron with original untouched surface paint. Heavy detail and decoration

Category

Early 20th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Pair cast iron dolphins

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H 20.5 in W 7 in

Pair cast iron dolphins

Located in New Orleans, LA

A pair of cast iron dolphins

Category

Antique 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Balcony, Railing, Console Table with Cherubs

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H 33.5 in W 53 in D 8.5 in

Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Balcony, Railing, Console Table with Cherubs

Located in Fayetteville, AR

century cast iron window balcony grill features its original verdigris patina. It is constructed of three

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

A Pair of Gothic Revival Cast Iron Gates with Acorn Finials & the Original Posts

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H 59.5 in W 60 in L 59.5 in

A Pair of Gothic Revival Cast Iron Gates with Acorn Finials & the Original Posts

Located in London, GB

A pair of Gothic Revival cast Iron gates with acorn finials and scroll work castings. To include

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Custom Designed Copper Dining Table

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H 29.75 in W 96 in D 42 in

Custom Designed Copper Dining Table

Located in Middleburg, VA

2000 hand-hammered nails. Trestle Base made of cast iron balustrade with cedar feet and central

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Copper, Steel

Balcony Railing from the 19th Century

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H 42.52 in W 81.11 in D 25.99 in

Balcony Railing from the 19th Century

Located in Udenhout, NL

Beautiul balcony railcing from the 19th century. To place onto your balcony.

Category

Antique 1840s Belgian Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

18th Century Cast Iron Balustrade Adapted as a Lamp

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H 30 in Dm 19 in

18th Century Cast Iron Balustrade Adapted as a Lamp

Located in Savannah, GA

18th century cast iron balustrade adapted as a lamp and fitted with a beeswax sleeve.

Category

Antique 18th Century English Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Oak and Cast Iron Balustrades

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H 31.3 in W 79.73 in D 8.86 in

Pair of Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Oak and Cast Iron Balustrades

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

and cast iron. Choir screens have been part of the interior decoration of churches since early

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Columns from Illinois

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H 57 in W 11 in D 11 in

Cast Iron Columns from Illinois

Located in Palm Springs, CA

These columns used to be part of a fence around the State Bank in Belvidere Illinois near the turn of the last century. Elegant and stately, these columns have a patina that tugs at ...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Arts & Crafts Style Victorian Decorative Cast Iron Railing or Balcony Banister

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H 39 in W 122 in D 2.5 in

Arts & Crafts Style Victorian Decorative Cast Iron Railing or Balcony Banister

Located in London, GB

An Arts & Crafts style late Victorian decorative cast and wrought iron railing or balcony banister

Category

Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of Four Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Metal Posts, Sculpture

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H 43.5 in W 8 in D 8 in

Set of Four Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Metal Posts, Sculpture

Located in Oakville, CT

Set of four vintage Industrial cast iron posts. Measures: 43 1/2" in height, base measures 8

Category

20th Century American Industrial Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

18th Century Antiques Two Flagpoles in Iron and Cast Iron for Balcony

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H 110.24 in W 23.63 in D 9.45 in

18th Century Antiques Two Flagpoles in Iron and Cast Iron for Balcony

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

18th century antiques two flagpoles in iron and cast iron balcony, very rare and beautiful

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Balustrades and Fixtures

Trio of 19th Century Cast Iron Bridle Hooks as Horse Heads in Original Paint.

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H 7.09 in W 3.55 in D 9.06 in

Trio of 19th Century Cast Iron Bridle Hooks as Horse Heads in Original Paint.

Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex

Exceptional collection of three Cast iron and timber bridle hooks. original and untouched with the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Fantastic Pair of Vintage Hollywood Regency Style Cast Iron Balustrade Lamps

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H 26.19 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in

Fantastic Pair of Vintage Hollywood Regency Style Cast Iron Balustrade Lamps

Located in Hartlepool, GB

A fantastic pair of Hollywood Regency style cast iron balustrades converted in to a pair of lamps

Category

Mid-20th Century English Hollywood Regency Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Balustrade Lamps

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H 26 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Balustrade Lamps

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

Two large late 19th century cast iron balustrades fashioned into table lamps.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrade Table Lamps

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H 19.69 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in

Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrade Table Lamps

Located in Hartlepool, GB

Pair of 19th century cast iron balustrade converted into a pair of table lamps with brass fittings

Category

Antique 19th Century English Rustic Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Large 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrade Table Lamp with Original Paint

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H 38.19 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in

Large 19th Century Cast Iron Balustrade Table Lamp with Original Paint

Located in Hartlepool, GB

Large 19th century cast iron balustrade converted into a table lamp mounted onto a cast iron base

Category

Antique 19th Century English Rustic Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Archictectural Cast Iron Table Lamps

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H 22 in W 6 in

Pair of Archictectural Cast Iron Table Lamps

Located in Mt. Kisco, NY

Pair of Architectural cast iron balustrade pieces transformed into lamps wonderful old

Category

Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

Antique American Iron Balustrades turned into Lamps

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H 30.5 in

Antique American Iron Balustrades turned into Lamps

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a pair of cast iron balustrades turned into lamps. The iron balustrades came from Hyde Park

Category

Antique 19th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Stair Balustrade from the Kansas City Board of Trade

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H 29 in W 11.5 in D 0.5 in

Cast Iron Stair Balustrade from the Kansas City Board of Trade

By John Root

Located in Round Top, TX

A wonderful cast iron stair balustrade from the Kansas City Board of Trade building, 1888-1968, by

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Lion

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H 15 in W 9 in

Cast Iron Lion

Located in Highland Park, IL

Heavy large Cast Iron Lion mounted on lucite Stand

Category

Early 20th Century European Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Lion Heads

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H 11 in W 7 in D 4 in

Cast Iron Lion Heads

Located in San Francisco, CA

Cast Iron pair of Lions heads on later custom stands. Traces of original paint. Probably made for

Category

Antique 19th Century English Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

CAST IRON ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENT

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Dm 67 in

CAST IRON ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENT

Located in Solebury, PA

A rare example of an intricately designed and executed cast iron architectural element. American

Category

Antique 19th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Balcony Railing

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H 15.5 in W 36 in

French Cast Iron Balcony Railing

Located in Pasadena, CA

The two birds in a birdbath is a very rare motif in one of these 19th Century railings. We have in stock a matching grill to this one which the paint has been removed.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Large 19th Century Cast Iron Finial

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H 18 in Dm 8 in

Large 19th Century Cast Iron Finial

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Cast iron finial or fountainhead

Category

Antique 19th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Cast Iron Grilles

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H 36 in W 13.5 in D 1 in

Pair of French Cast Iron Grilles

Located in Woodbury, CT

These wonderfully decorative cast iron window grilles come from the Grasse countryside, outside of

Category

20th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Window Guard

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H 15.5 in W 43 in D 1 in

19th Century Cast Iron Window Guard

Located in San Francisco, CA

19th century French iron window guard. Measures: 43 W x 15.5 H.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Rococo Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Mid 19th Century Cast Iron Hitching Post

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H 44 in

Mid 19th Century Cast Iron Hitching Post

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Cast iron hitching post shaped like a tree branch. It has been mounted to an iron base to make it

Category

Antique 19th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Pillars in the Shape of a Burning Torch

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H 25.5 in W 3.1 in D 3.1 in

French Cast Iron Pillars in the Shape of a Burning Torch

Located in Raalte, NL

Set of six old French cast-iron posts with three chains in the form of burning torches 1st half of

Category

20th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Second Half of the 19th Century French Cast Iron Fencing with Dragons

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H 15.3 in W 41.3 in D 0.5 in

Second Half of the 19th Century French Cast Iron Fencing with Dragons

Located in Raalte, NL

Antique French double-sided cast-iron fencing with 2 dragons in the middle and around it decorated

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Iron

Unique Polished French Cast Iron Finials

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H 47 in W 7 in D 7 in

Unique Polished French Cast Iron Finials

Located in New York, NY

Unusual pair of French architectural finials. Hand polished cast iron. Dimensions are 47 inches in

Category

Antique 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

A sensational cast iron balcony railing from France c.1875

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H 41 in W 86.5 in D 9.75 in

A sensational cast iron balcony railing from France c.1875

Located in Houston, TX

A sensational cast iron balcony railing removed from a villa near Avignon, France that dates to c

Category

Antique 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Marble, Iron

Giant Pair of Cast Iron Architectural Details

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H 99 in W 11.5 in D 1 in

Giant Pair of Cast Iron Architectural Details

Located in San Francisco, CA

Giant pair of great, rusty, cast iron architectural details

Category

Vintage 1930s American Balustrades and Fixtures

ITALIAN BAROQUE CAST IRON RING-FORM DOOR KNOCKER

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H 6.5 in W 4.5 in D 2.25 in

ITALIAN BAROQUE CAST IRON RING-FORM DOOR KNOCKER

Located in San Francisco, CA

AN BOLD ITALIAN BAROQUE CAST IRON RING-FORM DOOR KNOCKER WITH CIRCULAR BOSS STRIKE PLATE.The

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Balustrades and Fixtures

Architectural roof element of cast iron, 19th Century

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H 58 in W 44 in

Architectural roof element of cast iron, 19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

Architectural roof element of cast iron. To see more items from Foxglove Antiques

Category

Antique 19th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

1900 French Cast Iron Door Guard Floral Decor

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H 36.4 in W 23.6 in D 0.6 in

1900 French Cast Iron Door Guard Floral Decor

Located in Raalte, NL

French double sided cast iron door guard with floral decor, made circa 1900 with a wonderful patina

Category

Early 20th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures

Fantastic Large Farm Wheel

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Dm 56 in

Fantastic Large Farm Wheel

Located in North Egremont, MA

A wonderful and monumental 19th iron tractor wheel, beautiful center spoke attachment

Category

Antique 19th Century American Balustrades and Fixtures

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Cast Iron Figural Balustrade Finial

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H 45 in W 9 in D 9.5 in

French Cast Iron Figural Balustrade Finial

Located in New Orleans, LA

Classical maiden holding a barred sphere aloft.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Sculptures

Cast Iron Stair Balustrade from the Kansas City Board of Trade

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H 26 in W 11.5 in D 0.5 in

Cast Iron Stair Balustrade from the Kansas City Board of Trade

By John Root

Located in Round Top, TX

A wonderful cast iron stair balustrade from the Kansas City Board of Trade building, 1888-1968, by

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

French Iron Balustrade Cocktail or Coffee Table, circa 1940s

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H 20 in W 45 in D 36 in

French Iron Balustrade Cocktail or Coffee Table, circa 1940s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This beautiful table was created in France in the 1940s from cast-iron staircase balustrades. The

Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

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$920

H 6 in W 8.75 in D 2.25 in

A Heavy Circa 1850 French Gilt Bronze Dolphin Form Fountain Spout

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Dating to circa 1850, this French gilt bronze fountain spout is in the form of a dolphin. Equipped with an undulating T-handle that controls the flow ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Fountains

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Metal, Bronze

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

$34,077

H 6.3 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Fossilised Skull of Prehistoric Marine Reptile the Mosasaur, 70Million Years Ago

Located in Puglia, Puglia

Upper Cretaceous, about 70-65 million years ago (Maastrichtian) Morocco The skull is reconstructed in good proportions with fossil pieces found in a phosphate mine in Morocco. I att...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier African Natural Specimens

Materials

Bone

Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"

$4,900 / item

H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in

Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Sofas

Materials

Linen, Velvet

Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

$22,320

H 28.75 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in

Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Masterfully carved Italian Vanitas / Memento Mori bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with masterfully carved hood & robes all from one...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble

Carved Swiss Black Forest Chalet Clock, circa 1880

$22,995

H 27.75 in W 36 in D 17.5 in

Carved Swiss Black Forest Chalet Clock, circa 1880

Located in Evergreen, CO

Intricate, painstaking detail is featured in this rare and magnificent, hand-carved, Black Forest chalet clock, which has professionally restored woodwork. If you look closely at the...

Category

Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Walnut

Set of 12 Minton Gold Rimmed Porcelain Ball Dinner Plates

$3,800 / set

H 1 in Dm 10.75 in

Set of 12 Minton Gold Rimmed Porcelain Ball Dinner Plates

By Minton

Located in Great Barrington, MA

One of Minton's most popular patterns is named "Porcelain Ball” which features a large diameter plate bordered by a gold and white floral decoration and trimmed with an acid etc...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

A beautiful Celestial Table Globe produced by Gerard & Leonard Valk

$188,014Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in Dm 18 in

A beautiful Celestial Table Globe produced by Gerard & Leonard Valk

By Gerard and Leonard Valk

Located in ZWIJNDRECHT, NL

A magnificent and very rare early 18th century celestial table globe produced by Gerard and Leonard Valk. Established at the end of the previous century by Gerard Valk, and assisted ...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Globes

Materials

Other

Antique English Stained Glass Church Window

$6,026

H 41.74 in W 18.12 in D 0.4 in

Antique English Stained Glass Church Window

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A large and wonderfully vibrant antique English stained glass church window, circa 1880. Beautifully handpainted with an array of vibrant colours, pattern, flowers and foliage, this ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Windows

Materials

Lead

Woodard Chantilly Rose White Wrought Iron Tea or Bar Cart, 1950s USA

$750

H 32 in W 35 in D 21 in

Woodard Chantilly Rose White Wrought Iron Tea or Bar Cart, 1950s USA

By Russell Woodard, Woodard Furniture Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

This is a Classic Woodard Chantilly Rose wrought iron tea cart or bar cart, well made and fine quality. Wood, a great American company, furnished the patios, pools, gardens, and int...

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Rare Large Antique French Art Deco Revolving Bookcase Oak Study Library Office

$4,341

H 50.4 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in

Rare Large Antique French Art Deco Revolving Bookcase Oak Study Library Office

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Stylish & impressive ! This rare large Art Deco rotating bookcase from France 1920. Gorgeous antique oak with a timeless Art Deco base. Decorate your office, living room or study w...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Antique Hand Carved Gothic Revival Oak Church Lectern Desk w. Bible Compartment

$3,290

H 34 in W 30 in D 15.2 in

Antique Hand Carved Gothic Revival Oak Church Lectern Desk w. Bible Compartment

Located in Lisse, NL

Top quality crafted and incredibly durable Gothic church lectern. This practical size lectern is remarkably well crafted and the design and patina are to die for. The perfectly hand...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Oak

Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates

$74,975 / set

H 1 in Dm 10.8 in

Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite set of 12 "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charges was realized in America in 1905. Each plate has heavily detailed boarders featuring a Kylix cup amid scrolling s...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Neoclassical Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Dinner Set with Comital Coronet

$3,800Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 10.63 in Dm 12.6 in

19th Century Sèvres Porcelain Dinner Set with Comital Coronet

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite 52-piece porcelain dinner service, crafted by Sèvres in the 19th century, exemplifies the refined artistry and heritage of French porcelain. Each piece features a hand...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Dinner Plates

Materials

Porcelain

Tiffany Studios “Tyler” Table Lamp

$27,500

H 21.5 in Dm 16 in

Tiffany Studios “Tyler” Table Lamp

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Dallas, TX

Tiffany Studios New York Tyler Leaded Glass and Patinated bronze Table Lamp, Circa 1900 Art Nouveau. A very special lamp with a geometric monochromatic deep green art glass surround...

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Limoges Enamel Plaque in Gilt Bronze Frame

$4,713

H 9.45 in W 6.5 in D 0.6 in

19th Century French Limoges Enamel Plaque in Gilt Bronze Frame

By Limoges

Located in London, GB

This beautiful Limoges enamel plaque depicts a knight in full armour. He is portrayed turning towards the viewer, as though he is about to unsheathe his sword. The knight stands befo...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Paintings

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

Shakespeare Antique Stained Glass Window

$6,160

H 34.26 in W 21.07 in D 0.4 in

Shakespeare Antique Stained Glass Window

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

A late 19th century antique stained glass window panel depicting Shakespeare, one of 3 similar we are selling depicting notable figures of British history. At the centre is a disting...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Windows

Materials

Lead

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Cast Iron Balustrade For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic cast iron balustrade available at 1stDibs. A cast iron balustrade — often made from iron, metal and wrought iron — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the cast iron balustrade you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A cast iron balustrade, designed in the Victorian, Arts and Crafts or Folk Art style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. John Root, Christopher Dresser and Coalbrookdale Foundry each produced at least one beautiful cast iron balustrade that is worth considering.

How Much is a Cast Iron Balustrade?

Prices for a cast iron balustrade start at $40 and top out at $21,489 with the average selling for $3,842.

Finding the Right Building And Garden Elements for You

Choosing the right antique or vintage building and garden elements can prove pivotal when you’re working to beautify any room in your home or just put the finishing touches on a garden or other outdoor area.

It takes time and effort to improve your outdoor space or merely to bring an air of tranquility to an indoor area set aside for private relaxation or gathering with friends. The good news is that 1stDibs can help.

To introduce a sense of timelessness to a back patio or interior common area, choose cast-stone statues or sculptural busts for a dose of drama or select ornate architectural elements such as corbels, plaques or panels made of marble or iron. Elsewhere, find a focal point in your living room and create a “feature wall” by bringing pops of color into a corner with handmade antique ceramic tiles.

It helps when design changes like these have a practical upside too.

Victorian cast-iron stair treads hearken back to a time when adding decorative details to your property was a priority. While lending an attractive appearance to an exterior staircase, these safeguards render the steps slip-resistant for those coming and going. And as one good stylistic choice usually leads to another, pairing your sophisticated treads with a coupling of 19th-century hand-forged andirons would be a thoughtful, durable touch for any courtyard or comfortable lounge space, be they intended for an indoor fireplace or a patio firepit.

Where the garden is concerned, any sophisticated garden ornaments you select should work with nature, not against it. Wrought-iron garden gates will simply refuse to be relegated to the background. Instead, they’ll draw attention to your painstakingly sculpted hedges and colorful flora. When paired with a sparse arrangement of other tasteful additions, such as a stone planter, garden stool or other welcoming pieces of outdoor seating, the effect can be transformative.

On 1stDibs, find a sprawling collection of antique garden furniture and architectural elements that meet every need. Our offerings include everything from sculptural bathroom fixtures to flooring ideas to pedestals and columns designed in a variety of styles and much more.

50 Spectacular Spaces Warmed by Fireplaces

As the days grow colder, the desire to gather around the fire grows stronger. Take a peek at these well-appointed rooms featuring extraordinary sculptural and historic hearths.

39 Incredible Swimming Pools

It's hard to resist the allure of a beautiful pool. So, go ahead and daydream about whiling away your summer in paradise.

This Lavish 18th-Century Chimneypiece Comes from a Historic Scottish Estate

The exceptionally crafted mantel was saved despite the home’s regrettable demise.

A Pair of Monumental Stone Tigers Protect and Guide Wandering Souls

The Qing dynasty beasts honored the dead and warned off malicious spirits.

Andrés Monnier’s Stone Tub Makes Bathing a Rite of Renewal

The dramatic piece transforms a daily scrub into an act of communion with the elements.

Meet the Siblings behind the Exquisite Outdoor Furniture of McKinnon and Harris

Anne and Will Massie apply the lessons of the past to create alfresco pieces as timeless as the traditions that inspire them.

35 Wondrous Outdoor Dining Spaces

Eating meals alfresco is one of the great pleasures of warm weather, and a beautifully appointed space only heightens the experience. Get inspired by these delectable dining areas as you think about creating your own outdoor oasis.