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French Cast Iron Putti Figure Candelabra c. 1850's
French Cast Iron Putti Figure Candelabra c. 1850's

French Cast Iron Putti Figure Candelabra c. 1850's

Located in London, GB

This beautiful French 19th Century, cast iron Putti figure Seven stick Candelabra is a stunning

Category

Antique 1850s French Belle Époque Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Dansk Designs Denmark Cast Iron Crown Candelabra by Jens Quistgaard
Dansk Designs Denmark Cast Iron Crown Candelabra by Jens Quistgaard

Dansk Designs Denmark Cast Iron Crown Candelabra by Jens Quistgaard

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your pleasure: Danish modern cast iron crown candelabra eight-arm taper candleholder by Dansk

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Dansk 8 Candleholder Candelabra in Cast Iron and Brass by Quistgaard
Dansk 8 Candleholder Candelabra in Cast Iron and Brass by Quistgaard

Dansk 8 Candleholder Candelabra in Cast Iron and Brass by Quistgaard

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in San Diego, CA

This 1950s cast iron and brass candleholder was designed by Jens Quistgaard. It holds 8 taper

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Monkey Candleholder
Vintage Cast Iron Monkey Candleholder

Vintage Cast Iron Monkey Candleholder

Located in San Diego, CA

Very cool cast iron monkey candleholder, circa 1960s. The monkey is wearing a Indian style nehru

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Black Iron Candelabra with Wood Grain Pattern
Brutalist Black Iron Candelabra with Wood Grain Pattern

Brutalist Black Iron Candelabra with Wood Grain Pattern

Located in West Hollywood, CA

A striking Brutalist-style black iron candelabra featuring an organic, sculptural design with an

Category

Mid-20th Century American Rustic Candelabras

Materials

Iron

North European Floor Standing Black Cast Iron Candelabrum
North European Floor Standing Black Cast Iron Candelabrum

North European Floor Standing Black Cast Iron Candelabrum

Located in London, by appointment only

A fabulous large-scale 70 inch freestanding floor candelabrum of substantial scale. With six scroll arms around a central raised candle holder, the Baroque baluster stem with tripod ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Late Victorian Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Candlelabra in the Style of Harry Bertoia
Cast Iron Candlelabra in the Style of Harry Bertoia

Cast Iron Candlelabra in the Style of Harry Bertoia

By Harry Bertoia

Located in Toronto, ON

Gorgeous wrought iron candelabra in the style of Harry Bertoia. This candelabra has nine rods that

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Other Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

1950 Pair of cast iron and brass candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard .Denmark
1950 Pair of cast iron and brass candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard .Denmark

1950 Pair of cast iron and brass candlesticks by Jens Quistgaard .Denmark

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of black cast-iron candleholders with gold-plated brass discs designed and produced by Jens

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda, Candlestick in Cast Iron with Glass Hangers
Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda, Candlestick in Cast Iron with Glass Hangers

Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda, Candlestick in Cast Iron with Glass Hangers

Located in København, Copenhagen

Erik Höglund for Kosta Boda. Candlestick in cast iron with mouth-blown glass hangers. Swedish

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Modernist Cast Iron Sculptural Brutalist Metal Candleholder, Austria 1950s
Large Modernist Cast Iron Sculptural Brutalist Metal Candleholder, Austria 1950s

Large Modernist Cast Iron Sculptural Brutalist Metal Candleholder, Austria 1950s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Mathieu Matégot

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

made of solid heavy cast metal, and has a lovely patination due to the age of about 60 years. It is a

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Tom Dixon 'Spin' Modern Design Candelabra
Tom Dixon 'Spin' Modern Design Candelabra

Tom Dixon 'Spin' Modern Design Candelabra

Located in Astoria, NY

Tom Dixon (British, b. 1959) modern minimalist design 'Spin' table candelabra mobile, cast iron

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Minimalist Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Japanese Black Metal Candelabra
Mid-Century Modern Japanese Black Metal Candelabra

Mid-Century Modern Japanese Black Metal Candelabra

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in San Diego, CA

This is a vintage Mid-Century Modern cast iron 12 hole thin tapered candelabra, marked 'Japan

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Brutalist Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Large Magnificent French Bronze Cherub Lamp
Large Magnificent French Bronze Cherub Lamp

Large Magnificent French Bronze Cherub Lamp

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A large magnificent French bronze cherub lamp This is a life-size bronzed cast iron candelabra

Category

Early 20th Century French Provincial Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Forged Iron 'Roses' Candelabra
Antique French Forged Iron 'Roses' Candelabra

Antique French Forged Iron 'Roses' Candelabra

Located in Dallas, TX

Circa 1850 This beautiful hand forged iron candelabrum with five arms has been ornamented with

Category

Antique 19th Century French Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Jeans Quistgaard for Dansk Black Iron & Brass  "Candle Tree" Candelabra, 1960s
Jeans Quistgaard for Dansk Black Iron & Brass  "Candle Tree" Candelabra, 1960s

Jeans Quistgaard for Dansk Black Iron & Brass "Candle Tree" Candelabra, 1960s

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in Bainbridge, NY

enameled black cast iron tree form with adjustable and 7 brass detailed enameled Iron candle holders. Each

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of  Floor Candelabras
Pair of  Floor Candelabras

Pair of Floor Candelabras

Located in Washington, DC

Pair of Cast Iron Floor Candelabras with ajus table candle holders

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Pair of Napoleon III French Bronze Candelabra on Marble Base
Pair of Napoleon III French Bronze Candelabra on Marble Base

Pair of Napoleon III French Bronze Candelabra on Marble Base

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

and cast iron painted putties playing the flute. From the second part of 19th century. They are

Category

Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze, Iron

Jens Harald Quistgaard Black Brutalist Cast Iron Candelabra, 1960s
Jens Harald Quistgaard Black Brutalist Cast Iron Candelabra, 1960s

Jens Harald Quistgaard Black Brutalist Cast Iron Candelabra, 1960s

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A rare black cast iron candelabra for 5 ball or block candles. Designed by the Industrial Danish

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Joel Otterson G.I. Joe Candelabras in Cast Iron
Joel Otterson G.I. Joe Candelabras in Cast Iron

Joel Otterson G.I. Joe Candelabras in Cast Iron

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of cast iron candelabras in the shape of G.I. Joe action figures in the nude with stretched

Category

1990s American Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Candelabra by Erik Höglund for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1960s
Candelabra by Erik Höglund for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1960s

Candelabra by Erik Höglund for Ystad Metall, Sweden, 1960s

By Erik Höglund, Ystad-Metall

Located in Barcelona, ES

Cast iron candelabra with amber art glass inlays, designed by Erik Höglund for Ystad Metall.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern More Lighting

Materials

Iron

18th Century Spanish Cast Iron Floor Candelabra
18th Century Spanish Cast Iron Floor Candelabra

18th Century Spanish Cast Iron Floor Candelabra

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting an absolutely gorgeous 18th century Spanish cast iron seven candle floor candelabra from

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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Cast Iron Sensuous Woman Candelabra
Art Nouveau Cast Iron Sensuous Woman Candelabra

Art Nouveau Cast Iron Sensuous Woman Candelabra

Located in Astoria, NY

Art Nouveau candelabra in patinated cast iron, the stem depicting a sensuous female head with long

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Swedish, Organic Candelabra, Cast Iron, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish, Organic Candelabra, Cast Iron, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish, Organic Candelabra, Cast Iron, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A candelabra, designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Takes 4 small candles.   

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Brutalist cast iron and brass candelabra by J.H. Quistgaard, Denmark 1960's
Brutalist cast iron and brass candelabra by J.H. Quistgaard, Denmark 1960's

Brutalist cast iron and brass candelabra by J.H. Quistgaard, Denmark 1960's

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in Steenwijk, NL

design that is made out of cast iron and brass. It has 7 adjustable arms that can rotate in any position

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

Dansk 8 Candleholder Candelabra in Cast Iron and Brass by Quistgaard
Dansk 8 Candleholder Candelabra in Cast Iron and Brass by Quistgaard

Dansk 8 Candleholder Candelabra in Cast Iron and Brass by Quistgaard

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in San Diego, CA

This 1950s cast iron and brass candleholder was designed by Jens Quistgaard. It holds 8 taper

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

Dansk 8 Candleholder Candelabra in Cast Iron and Brass by Quistgaard
Dansk 8 Candleholder Candelabra in Cast Iron and Brass by Quistgaard

Dansk 8 Candleholder Candelabra in Cast Iron and Brass by Quistgaard

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in San Diego, CA

This 1950s cast iron and brass candleholder was designed by Jens Quistgaard. It holds 8 taper

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder Set
Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder Set

Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder Set

Located in San Diego, CA

Slender and stylish, this candleholder set makes a bold statement. Finished in black, each cast

Category

Vintage 1960s European Brutalist Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Vintage Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder Set
Vintage Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder Set

Vintage Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder Set

Located in San Diego, CA

Slender and stylish, this candleholder set makes a bold statement. Finished in black, each cast

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Brutalist Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder Set
Mid Century Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder Set

Mid Century Brutalist Cast Iron Candleholder Set

Located in San Diego, CA

, each cast iron candleholder adds a centering weight to any display by holding your standard taper

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Jens Quistgaard Dansk Jhq Adjustable Candle Stand
Cast Iron Jens Quistgaard Dansk Jhq Adjustable Candle Stand

Cast Iron Jens Quistgaard Dansk Jhq Adjustable Candle Stand

By Dansk, Jens Quistgaard

Located in Ferndale, MI

Round cast iron base supports six cast iron swivel candle holders each separated by brass ring. JHQ

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candleholder by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark
Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candleholder by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark

Mid-Century Modern Cast Iron Candleholder by Jens Quistgaard, Denmark

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in Steenwijk, NL

This is a very nice sculptural cast iron candle holder designed by Jens Quistgaard in the 1960s. It

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Modern Cast Iron Wall Mount Candleholder with Unique Patterns
Modern Cast Iron Wall Mount Candleholder with Unique Patterns

Modern Cast Iron Wall Mount Candleholder with Unique Patterns

Located in Dallas, TX

A fascinating modern cast iron candle holder. Stylistically a cross between faux naive and

Category

20th Century Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Pair of Midcentury Modern Bronze and Black Cast Iron Candlesticks, 1960s, France
Pair of Midcentury Modern Bronze and Black Cast Iron Candlesticks, 1960s, France

Pair of Midcentury Modern Bronze and Black Cast Iron Candlesticks, 1960s, France

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Jean Royère

Located in Biebergemund, Hessen

Pair of beautiful Mid-Century Modern candlesticks made of massive bronze and heavy cast iron from

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, Pair of Cast Iron Candleholders and Candles, 1960s
Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, Pair of Cast Iron Candleholders and Candles, 1960s

Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, Pair of Cast Iron Candleholders and Candles, 1960s

By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk

Located in London, GB

Jens Quistgaard (designer) Dansk (manufacturer) Pair of candleholders, circa 1960 Cast iron

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Modernist Sculptural Brutalist Tripod cast iron metal Candleholder Germany 1970s
Modernist Sculptural Brutalist Tripod cast iron metal Candleholder Germany 1970s

Modernist Sculptural Brutalist Tripod cast iron metal Candleholder Germany 1970s

By Werkstätte Hagenauer Wien, Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Sculptural candleholder Origin: Germany Material: cast iron Decade: 1970s

Category

Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal

Erik Hoglund Candelabra for Boda, Sweden, 1960s
Erik Hoglund Candelabra for Boda, Sweden, 1960s

Erik Hoglund Candelabra for Boda, Sweden, 1960s

By Boda Smide AB, Erik Höglund

Located in Stockholm, SE

Candelabra in cast iron and art glass, designed by Erik Hoglund for Boda. Sweden, 1960´s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

1970s Danish Candleholder the Hornblower by Christel & Christer Holmgren MCM
1970s Danish Candleholder the Hornblower by Christel & Christer Holmgren MCM

1970s Danish Candleholder the Hornblower by Christel & Christer Holmgren MCM

By Illums Bolighus, Christel & Christer Holmgren

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

A vintage mid century modern black patinated cast iron "Hornblower" candelabra or candle holder

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Iron Candelabra
Iron Candelabra

Iron Candelabra

Sold|$1,800

Iron Candelabra

Located in Washington, DC

A heavy cast iron three prong Candelabra

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Candelabra
Cast Iron Candelabra

Cast Iron Candelabra

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

A cast iron candelabra of organic form, 20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

W-shaped 3 Prong Cast Iron Candelabras
W-shaped 3 Prong Cast Iron Candelabras

W-shaped 3 Prong Cast Iron Candelabras

Located in Harbor Springs, MI

Pair of extremely rare W shape 3 prong cast iron candelabras by Jens Quistgaard for Dansk

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Candelabras
Cast Iron Candelabras

Cast Iron Candelabras

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The base measures 15" in diameter. Holds 7 candles. Strong and sturdy.

Vintage French Rustic Iron Candelabra Centre Piece
Vintage French Rustic Iron Candelabra Centre Piece

Vintage French Rustic Iron Candelabra Centre Piece

Located in Hartlepool, GB

Vintage French cast iron candelabra center piece in floral form.

Category

Early 20th Century French Country Candelabras

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Gunnar Cyren, Goth, Modernist Candelabra
Gunnar Cyren, Goth, Modernist Candelabra

Gunnar Cyren, Goth, Modernist Candelabra

By Gunnar Cyren

Located in Treasure Island, CA

Gunnar Cyren Aglow Cast iron candelabra Circa 1970 Manufactured in France by Dansk 8.5 high x

Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Rare French Iron Candelabra, 8'H x 6'W

Rare French Iron Candelabra, 8'H x 6'W

Located in Culver City, CA

Rare French Tall Ornate Cast Iron Candelabra with seven candle holders

Category

Antique 19th Century French Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Iron and Brass Candelabra by Michael Taylor
Iron and Brass Candelabra by Michael Taylor

Iron and Brass Candelabra by Michael Taylor

By Michael Taylor

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking cast-iron and hand-hammered brass candelabra custom designed in 1983 by Michael Taylor

Category

Vintage 1980s American Candelabras

Materials

Brass, Iron

Spin Large Candelabra by Tom Dixon
Spin Large Candelabra by Tom Dixon

Spin Large Candelabra by Tom Dixon

By Tom Dixon

Located in New York, NY

A candelabrum with rotating arms, made from robust, honest indestructible cast iron. Five candles

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

Pascal Smelik, The Upside Down, Custom Candelabra, Collectible Design
Pascal Smelik, The Upside Down, Custom Candelabra, Collectible Design

Pascal Smelik, The Upside Down, Custom Candelabra, Collectible Design

By Pascal Smelik

Located in Zeist, UT

The Upside Down Custom candelabra is a site specific and custom-made Candelabra. This collectible

Category

2010s Dutch Organic Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze, ...

Pair of Mid-19th Century Figural Candelabra
Pair of Mid-19th Century Figural Candelabra

Pair of Mid-19th Century Figural Candelabra

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A large and impressive pair of mid-19th century cast iron and bronze candelabra depicting classical

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Candelabras

Cast iron figure of a putto (Candelabra  element) - 19th century
Cast iron figure of a putto (Candelabra  element) - 19th century

Cast iron figure of a putto (Candelabra element) - 19th century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

19th Century cast iron figure of a putto (Candelabra element). Illustration document : New York

Category

Antique 19th Century French Statues

Materials

Iron

Pair of Italian Gilded Iron Wall Sconce Candelabra, circa 1770
Pair of Italian Gilded Iron Wall Sconce Candelabra, circa 1770

Pair of Italian Gilded Iron Wall Sconce Candelabra, circa 1770

Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire

The beautiful pair of gilded iron and brass three-branch wall sconce candelabra, each in stunning

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian George III Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Iron

Custom Pair of Iron & Brass Candelabra by Michael Taylor
Custom Pair of Iron & Brass Candelabra by Michael Taylor

Custom Pair of Iron & Brass Candelabra by Michael Taylor

By Michael Taylor

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking pair of cast-iron and hand-hammered brass candelabra custom designed in 1983 by Michael

Category

Late 20th Century American Candle Holders

Materials

Iron, Brass

Pair Of Standing Candelabra With Galleon Motif
Pair Of Standing Candelabra With Galleon Motif

Pair Of Standing Candelabra With Galleon Motif

Located in Pasadena, CA

Circa 1920's pair of wrought iron and copper standing candelabra. Exceptional craftsmanship.

Category

Early 20th Century American Candle Holders

Materials

Wrought Iron

HOLMGREN ILLUMS BOLIGHUS set of two cast iron metal candelabra  brutalist
HOLMGREN ILLUMS BOLIGHUS set of two cast iron metal candelabra  brutalist

HOLMGREN ILLUMS BOLIGHUS set of two cast iron metal candelabra brutalist

By Christel & Christer Holmgren

Located in LA Arnhem, NL

HOLMGREN ILLUMS BOLIGHUS. A set of two cast iron candle holders. The way they make them, cast iron

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Candelabra For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cast iron candelabra available for sale. Frequently made of metal, iron and brass, all cast iron candelabra available were constructed with great care. There are 28 antique and vintage cast iron candelabra for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of cast iron candelabra available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of cast iron candelabra to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern cast iron candelabra are of considerable interest. Jens Harald Quistgaard, Dansk Designs and Tom Dixon each produced beautiful cast iron candelabra that are worth considering.

How Much are Cast Iron Candelabra?

Prices for cast iron candelabra can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cast iron candelabra begin at $125 and can go as high as $9,909, while the average can fetch as much as $889.

Finding the Right Candle-holders for You

For centuries, candles have been used in religious ceremonies such as Hanukkah, provided light to work or read by and more. During meals, the soft glimmer of candles adds warmth to a dinner table that no lighting solution could possibly imitate. With the right antique or vintage candleholder, candles can elevate a table setting or just help support your efforts to create a romantic atmosphere in any room.

When you combine the distinctive glow of a candle with a candleholder that matches the color scheme and decor you’ve painstakingly put together, the result can feel like magic. Finding the candleholder that best meets your needs can be daunting because you’re essentially bringing a piece into your home that is as important as the candle itself. Unsurprisingly, venturesome designers over the years have crafted innumerable alternatives to the traditional form of candleholders, and today a broad array of these decorative objects can be found on 1stDibs, whether they’re 19th-century candleholders made of silver or sleek mid-century modern glass candleholders for an understated accent to your dining area.

Try a tabletop orb candleholder from Lynne Meade Ceramics for a distinctive interpretation of this long-loved furnishing. An alluring pair of Georg Jensen stainless-steel candleholders, featuring pronounced organic curves, or Art Nouveau–informed natural-world motifs, on the other hand, can bring a dose of sculptural elegance to your living room.

If you’re more inclined to opt for antique or vintage pieces, find a collection that includes everything from simple wood taper candleholders to elaborate candelabras of gilt bronze or cut glass on 1stDibs now.

Questions About Cast Iron Candelabra
  • 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.