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Cast Iron Cow Doorstop with Original Paint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iron Cow doorstop in pasture. This cow doorstop has amazing wear to the iron and paint. Great
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Early 20th Century American Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Cow Doorstop with Original Paint
Cast Iron Cow Doorstop with Original Paint

Cast Iron Cow Doorstop with Original Paint

H 4.25 in W 8.5 in D 2.5 in
Vintage Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Book of Knowledge Kicking Milking Cow
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Book of Knowledge Kicking Milking Cow. Circa Late 20th Century
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Book of Knowledge Kicking Milking Cow
Vintage Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Book of Knowledge Kicking Milking Cow

Vintage Cast Iron Mechanical Bank Book of Knowledge Kicking Milking Cow

H 5 in W 9.75 in D 4 in
French Decorative Cast Iron Plate with Cow Calf and Farmer, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
This cast iron engraving plate was probably made for an agricultural contest. 19th Century
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Prints

Materials

Iron

French Decorative Cast Iron Plate with Cow Calf and Farmer, 19th Century
French Decorative Cast Iron Plate with Cow Calf and Farmer, 19th Century

French Decorative Cast Iron Plate with Cow Calf and Farmer, 19th Century

H 12.8 in W 19.3 in D 1.19 in
19th Century French Cast Iron Butcher's Shop Trade Sign in the Form of a Cow
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
French cast iron butcher shop trade sign retaining old paint and cast in low relief in the form of
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Antique Late 19th Century French Folk Art Signs

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Butcher's Shop Trade Sign in the Form of a Cow
19th Century French Cast Iron Butcher's Shop Trade Sign in the Form of a Cow

19th Century French Cast Iron Butcher's Shop Trade Sign in the Form of a Cow

H 20 in W 30 in D 3 in
Cold Painted Cast Iron Door Stop, Cow at the Gate Needless to say a heavy piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Cold Painted Cast Iron Door Stop, Cow at the Gate Needless to say a heavy piece, the finish has
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Antique Early 1900s Country Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Cold Painted Cast Iron Door Stop, Cow at the Gate Needless to say a heavy piece
Cold Painted Cast Iron Door Stop, Cow at the Gate Needless to say a heavy piece

Cold Painted Cast Iron Door Stop, Cow at the Gate Needless to say a heavy piece

H 8 in W 14 in D 3 in
Original Painted Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th century Original painted heavy cast iron door stop full body cow doorstop.This is a three
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Vintage 1940s American Adirondack Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Original Painted Cow Door Stop
Original Painted Cow Door Stop

Original Painted Cow Door Stop

H 10 in W 6 in D 17 in

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Circa 1900's Cast Iron Cow Weathervane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1900 unusual solid cast iron cow weathervane showing oversized horns and teats, more than
Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes

Materials

Iron

Circa 1900's Cast Iron Cow Weathervane
Circa 1900's Cast Iron Cow Weathervane

Circa 1900's Cast Iron Cow Weathervane

H 9 in W 18.5 in D 4 in
Original Painted Cast Iron Cow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extremely heavy original painted cast iron cow.
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20th Century American Country Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Original Painted Cast Iron Cow
Original Painted Cast Iron Cow

Original Painted Cast Iron Cow

H 7.5 in W 12 in D 4 in
Butcher Block Table with Cast Iron Cow Head Legs
Located in Round Top, TX
Fantastic butcher block table with cow heads on cast iron base. Fun. Great condition. Note: cool
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Antique Early 1900s French Tables

Materials

Iron

Butcher Block Table with Cast Iron Cow Head Legs
Butcher Block Table with Cast Iron Cow Head Legs

Butcher Block Table with Cast Iron Cow Head Legs

H 32.75 in W 47.5 in D 24 in
Butcher’S Shop Display Cow in Cast Iron, circa 1900
Located in Faversham, GB
Original butcher’s shop display cast iron cow from the early 20th century. Incredible patina and
Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Butcher’S Shop Display Cow in Cast Iron, circa 1900
Butcher’S Shop Display Cow in Cast Iron, circa 1900

Butcher’S Shop Display Cow in Cast Iron, circa 1900

H 10.24 in W 14.97 in D 5.91 in
French Cast Iron Table with Daino Reale Marble Top, Last Quarter of 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
parallel rods, adorned with cast iron cows heads, raised on original casters.
Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

French Cast Iron Table with Daino Reale Marble Top, Last Quarter of 19th Century
French Cast Iron Table with Daino Reale Marble Top, Last Quarter of 19th Century

French Cast Iron Table with Daino Reale Marble Top, Last Quarter of 19th Century

H 32.25 in W 46.25 in D 30.25 in
19th Century Cast Iron Bull Steer Cow Relief
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Great cast iron industrial relief of a bull or steer in a corn field.
Category

Antique 19th Century American Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Bull Steer Cow Relief
19th Century Cast Iron Bull Steer Cow Relief

19th Century Cast Iron Bull Steer Cow Relief

H 11 in W 21 in D 5 in
Wrought and Cast Iron Antique Arts & Crafts ‘Cow Horn’ Fire Grate
Located in London, GB
A wrought and cast iron Arts & Crafts fire basket with a ‘cow Horn’ shaped backplate, the
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Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Wrought and Cast Iron Antique Arts & Crafts ‘Cow Horn’ Fire Grate
Wrought and Cast Iron Antique Arts & Crafts ‘Cow Horn’ Fire Grate

Wrought and Cast Iron Antique Arts & Crafts ‘Cow Horn’ Fire Grate

H 24.22 in W 26.89 in D 8.67 in
Japanese Hand Cast "Cow" Lantern, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
attractive and sturdy antique lantern with a "Cow" motif. Found from a Japanese American tea garden
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Hand Cast "Cow" Lantern, Rare Find
Japanese Hand Cast "Cow" Lantern, Rare Find

Japanese Hand Cast "Cow" Lantern, Rare Find

H 6.5 in W 8 in L 6.5 in
19th Century French Cast Bronze Cow Bell Marked by the Foundry, Obertino
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This 19th century cast bronze cow bell from the Jura mountains in eastern France is marked by the
Category

Antique 19th Century French Musical Instruments

Materials

Bronze, Iron

19th Century French Cast Bronze Cow Bell Marked by the Foundry, Obertino
19th Century French Cast Bronze Cow Bell Marked by the Foundry, Obertino

19th Century French Cast Bronze Cow Bell Marked by the Foundry, Obertino

H 5 in Dm 6 in
Japanese Elegant Design Bison Cow Hand Cast, Gilt and Artist Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
very unusual treasure from Japan. This is an attractive solid and finely cast gold gilt effigy of a
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Animal Sculptures

Materials

Gold Plate, Iron

Japanese Elegant Design Bison Cow Hand Cast, Gilt and Artist Signed
Japanese Elegant Design Bison Cow Hand Cast, Gilt and Artist Signed

Japanese Elegant Design Bison Cow Hand Cast, Gilt and Artist Signed

H 4.5 in W 6.5 in D 2.5 in
20th C Original Painted Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20Thc Original painted cast iron double sided cow doorstop. The base paint is worn off and minor
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Vintage 1930s American Adirondack More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

20th C Original Painted Cow Door Stop
20th C Original Painted Cow Door Stop

20th C Original Painted Cow Door Stop

H 9 in W 12 in D 2 in
Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 20th century cast iron cow door stop is in good condition as found and unpainted. It has
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Early 20th Century American Country More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

H 9 in W 14 in D 3 in
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original painted cast iron cow door stop is in in good condition. It is unsigned but looks
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Vintage 1930s American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

H 9 in W 14 in D 3 in
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This original painted cast iron cow door stop is in in good condition. It is unsigned but looks
Category

Early 20th Century American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Cow Door Stop

H 9 in W 14 in D 1.5 in
1910s Large White Cow Cast Iron Windmill Weight by Fairbury Windmill Company
Located in New York, NY
Heavy 1910s antique cast iron cow windmill counterbalance weight painted white. Mounted on the
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Vintage 1910s American Primitive Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1910s Large White Cow Cast Iron Windmill Weight by Fairbury Windmill Company
1910s Large White Cow Cast Iron Windmill Weight by Fairbury Windmill Company

1910s Large White Cow Cast Iron Windmill Weight by Fairbury Windmill Company

H 19.25 in W 24.5 in D 1 in
1910s Large Red Cow Cast Iron Windmill Weight by Fairbury Windmill Company
Located in New York, NY
Heavy 1910s antique cast iron cow windmill counterbalance weight painted red. This may be the
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Vintage 1910s American Industrial Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1910s Large Red Cow Cast Iron Windmill Weight by Fairbury Windmill Company
1910s Large Red Cow Cast Iron Windmill Weight by Fairbury Windmill Company

1910s Large Red Cow Cast Iron Windmill Weight by Fairbury Windmill Company

H 19 in W 24.5 in D 1 in
Folky Cast Iron Full Body Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
protector. It is very heavy cast iron and in good condition.
Category

Early 20th Century American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

Folky Cast Iron Full Body Cow Door Stop
Folky Cast Iron Full Body Cow Door Stop

Folky Cast Iron Full Body Cow Door Stop

H 8 in W 11 in D 3 in
Large Vintage Cast Iron Black and White Piggy Money Bank Cow
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large Vintage cast iron black and white piggy money bank cow.
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Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Large Vintage Cast Iron Black and White Piggy Money Bank Cow
Large Vintage Cast Iron Black and White Piggy Money Bank Cow

Large Vintage Cast Iron Black and White Piggy Money Bank Cow

H 10.5 in W 17 in D 6.25 in
Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
magnificent original large black and white holstein prized cow in the form of an antique lantern. It measures
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find
Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find

Japanese Large Hand Cast Prize Holstein Cow Lantern, Rare Find

H 11.5 in W 17.5 in D 7 in
Japanese Bronze Bison Cow by Famous Sotaro
Located in South Burlington, VT
The first we have seen mint and boxed. This enigmatic large scale cow or bison, bathed in gold
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Bronze Bison Cow by Famous Sotaro
Japanese Bronze Bison Cow by Famous Sotaro

Japanese Bronze Bison Cow by Famous Sotaro

H 3.5 in W 5.25 in D 1.75 in
19th Century Handcrafted Iron Cattle Trade Sign
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handcrafted cast iron cattle /cow trade sign was found on a ranch in Texas. It is original
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20th Century American Adirondack Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Handcrafted Iron Cattle Trade Sign
19th Century Handcrafted Iron Cattle Trade Sign

19th Century Handcrafted Iron Cattle Trade Sign

H 21 in W 34 in D 2.25 in
Cast Iron Cow
Located in London, GB
Cast Iron Cow
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Vintage 1930s English Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Cow

Cast Iron Cow

H 10 in W 15 in D 6 in
Cast Iron Cow Feeder Door
Located in Pasadena, CA
Wonderful and unusual cast iron cow feeder door showing double profile of cow's head done in cast
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Antique 19th Century American Architectural Elements

Cast Iron Cow Feeder Door
Cast Iron Cow Feeder Door

Cast Iron Cow Feeder Door

H 15 in W 31 in D 1 in
Vintage Cast Iron Cow Bank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reddish paint has some loss or ageing.

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Vintage 1950s American Collectibles and Curiosities

Vintage Cast Iron Cow Bank
Vintage Cast Iron Cow Bank

Vintage Cast Iron Cow Bank

H 3 in W 5.25 in
Cast Iron Butcher's Trade Sign
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cast iron cow in profile. Painted black. Lifelike features. Hole in back horn and on a small
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20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Butcher's Trade Sign
Cast Iron Butcher's Trade Sign

Cast Iron Butcher's Trade Sign

H 21 in W 21 in D 12 in
Cast Iron Salers Cow Head - 19th Century
Located in Richebourg, Yvelines
Cast iron Salers cow head dated 19th century. By J. J. Ducel foundry in Paris. # E6191
Category

Antique 19th Century French Statues

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Salers Cow Head - 19th Century
Cast Iron Salers Cow Head - 19th Century

Cast Iron Salers Cow Head - 19th Century

H 19.69 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in
Cow Head Iron Cast, France, 19th Century
Located in Lesquin , FR
Heavy cow head from France, very decorative. Was initially made for a butcher shop.
Category

Antique 1880s French Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cow Head Iron Cast, France, 19th Century
Cow Head Iron Cast, France, 19th Century

Cow Head Iron Cast, France, 19th Century

H 13 in W 11.82 in D 8.67 in
Iron Cow Trade Sign
Located in New York, NY
This cast iron cow was most likely used as part of a sign for a dairy farm. The cow with turned
Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Signs

Materials

Iron

Iron Cow Trade Sign
Iron Cow Trade Sign

Iron Cow Trade Sign

H 13 in W 21 in D 2 in

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Wood

Folky Hand Carved Cow Trade Sign
Folky Hand Carved Cow Trade Sign

Folky Hand Carved Cow Trade Sign

H 18 in W 30 in D 1.75 in
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Boston Terrier Heavy Cast Iron Doorstop
Boston Terrier Heavy Cast Iron Doorstop

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H 10 in W 10 in D 5 in
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19th Century Hand Carved and Hand Painted Queen Size Bed Frame Louis XVI Style

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Cast Iron Cows For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of cast iron cows available on 1stDibs. Finding the ideal modern examples of these works for your living room, whether you’re looking for small- or large-size pieces, is no easy task — start by shopping our selection today. There are many variations of these items available, from those made as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Cast iron cows available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes gray, white, beige, yellow and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by (after) Henri Matisse and Henri Matisse are consistently popular. Frequently made by artists working in lithograph and linocut, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much are Cast Iron Cows?

Prices for pieces in our collection of cast iron cows start at $198 and top out at $6,500 with the average selling for $1,648.
Questions About Cast Iron Cows
  • What is the difference between iron and cast iron?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • Who invented cast iron?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • What are cast iron columns?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • Are cast iron columns hollow?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • Can I use cast iron as a planter?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

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    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.
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    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.
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    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • When were cast iron doorstops made?
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • When were cast iron beds made?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • Does cast-iron furniture rust?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • Why is cast iron used for benches?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • Why is cast iron used for fireplaces?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • How can you tell the difference between cast iron and wrought iron?
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    1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • Are cast iron door stops valuable?
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    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.
  • Is cast iron good for outdoor furniture?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.