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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Elephant Heads

Brass Elephant Table Lamp

Pair of Cast Iron Elephant Heads Bookends

$450 / set

H 6 in W 6 in D 6 in

Pair of Cast Iron Elephant Heads Bookends

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Cast iron elephant heads bookends. Elephant heads in dark bronze patinated color, nice quality and

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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork

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Bronze

Pair of Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps By Voss Of Denmark

$2,410 / set

H 19.69 in Dm 11.82 in

Pair of Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps By Voss Of Denmark

By Voss Belysning

Located in Søborg, DK

Fredericia. Raised on 3 elephant heads of cast iron with white painted iron tusks. The elephant heads are

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Antique 1880s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Original Painted Iron Elephant Bookends

$575 / set

H 6 in W 6.5 in D 3 in

Pair of Original Painted Iron Elephant Bookends

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 1930s original painted cast iron elephant bookends. The condition is very good and are

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Articulating Elephant Wall Hook

$595

H 3.75 in W 2.25 in D 8 in

Antique Cast Iron Articulating Elephant Wall Hook

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique cast iron articulating wall hook Early 20th century This piece is a work of art The long

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Early 20th Century Unknown Wall Brackets

Materials

Iron

Rare 19th Century English Enamelled Cast Iron Doorstop of Jumbo the Elephant

$2,200

H 10 in W 11 in D 3 in

Rare 19th Century English Enamelled Cast Iron Doorstop of Jumbo the Elephant

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Rare 19th-Century English Enamelled Cast Iron Doorstop of Jumbo the Elephant, ca. 1870–1885 A

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Antique 19th Century English High Victorian Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Cast Iron Triple Elephant Head Center Dining Table, 1960

$5,400

H 29 in Dm 60 in

Mid Century Cast Iron Triple Elephant Head Center Dining Table, 1960

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Cast Iron Triple Elephant Head Center Dining Table, 1960. Elephant Head Pedestal Table

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Table lamp - Mother & Baby Elephant - Cast

$1,532

H 18.51 in W 10.63 in D 3.94 in

Table lamp - Mother & Baby Elephant - Cast

By RinDesign

Located in London, GB

cast . A whimsical functional sculptural table lamp of elephants strolling along with their trunks

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold Leaf, Iron

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

$3,036

H 9.85 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in

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

By Pablo Simunovic

Located in Firenze, IT

front legs. This exquisite solid bronze sculpture of an elephant rests on a vintage iron weight base

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Brutalist Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

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Art Noveau Elephant Table Lamp with Opaline Glass

Unavailable

H 20.48 in Dm 10.24 in

Art Noveau Elephant Table Lamp with Opaline Glass

Located in Copenhagen, DK

mounted with three casted iron elephant heads. The elephants three trunks form a tripod holding the lamp

Category

Antique Early 1900s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Elephant Lamp

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H 17.5 in W 10 in

Vintage Cast Iron Elephant Lamp

Located in Pasadena, CA

Vintage Cast Iron Elephant Lamp. Newly Wired and New Shade

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Vintage 1940s Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Large Art Deco Cast Iron Elephant Door Stop

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H 10.5 in W 11.5 in D 2.9 in

Large Art Deco Cast Iron Elephant Door Stop

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Large cast iron elephant from the Art Deco period. Solid, heavy and with good details. In excellent

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique American Carnival Elephant

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H 10 in W 10 in

Antique American Carnival Elephant

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique cast iron elephant from carnival shooting arcade, atop contempoary iron base

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Antique 19th Century American Carnival Art

Materials

Iron

19thc Original Mustard Painted Iron Elephant Cigarette Dispenser

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H 6 in W 9 in D 3 in

19thc Original Mustard Painted Iron Elephant Cigarette Dispenser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

THIS FOLKY 19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED CAST IRON ELEPHANT ,WHICH LOOKS LIKE A COIN BANK ,IS A CIGARETTE

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20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Elephant Table Lamp

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H 20.48 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in

Early 20th Century Elephant Table Lamp

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th century elephant table lamp - Aged bronze body with cast iron Elephant heads x3

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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Rare Cast Iron Hubley Elephant Bottle Opener, c.1940-1950

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H 3.5 in W 2.5 in D 1.5 in

Rare Cast Iron Hubley Elephant Bottle Opener, c.1940-1950

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original rare cast iron elephant bottle opener manufactured by the Hubley

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Barware

Materials

Iron

Rare Cast Iron Hubley Elephant Bottle Opener, c.1940-1950

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H 3.5 in W 2.5 in D 1.5 in

Rare Cast Iron Hubley Elephant Bottle Opener, c.1940-1950

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original rare cast iron elephant bottle opener manufactured by the Hubley

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Barware

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Pedestal with Marble Top / Elephant Heads

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H 40.5 in Dm 11.75 in

Cast Iron Pedestal with Marble Top / Elephant Heads

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare and exceptional cast iron pedestal with marble top. Late 19th or early 20 century time

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European High Victorian Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Metal

Vintage Elephant Pull Toy, Cast Iron, USA, Early 20th Century

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H 6.5 in W 3.5 in D 9.75 in

Vintage Elephant Pull Toy, Cast Iron, USA, Early 20th Century

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Vintage elephant pull toy. Cast Iron. Early 20th century. USA. Offered by Bruce Hughes. When

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Toys

Materials

Iron

Circa 1930 Pair of English Elephant Bookends

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H 5.5 in W 4.5 in D 3.25 in

Circa 1930 Pair of English Elephant Bookends

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1930 pair of elephant bookends, English. Bronzed cast iron. Art Deco flowing design. Charming

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Extremely Rare Antique Elephant Table Lamp

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H 19.69 in Dm 9.85 in L 19.69 in

Extremely Rare Antique Elephant Table Lamp

Located in Søborg, DK

Extremely rare antique elephant oil lamp conversion to a table lamp. Made of brass and cast iron 3

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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Antique Art Deco Cast Iron Elephant Cigarettes Holder and Dispenser

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H 5 in W 9 in D 2.5 in

Antique Art Deco Cast Iron Elephant Cigarettes Holder and Dispenser

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique Art Deco heavy cast iron elephant cigarettes holder and dispenser. This is a nicely

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps

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H 19.69 in Dm 9.85 in

Pair of Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps

Located in Søborg, DK

A pair of rare antique Danish elephant lamps from the 1920s. Raised on 3 elephant heads of cast

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps By Voss Of Denmark

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H 19.69 in Dm 11.82 in

Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps By Voss Of Denmark

By Voss Belysning

Located in Søborg, DK

elephant heads of cast iron with white painted iron tusks. The elephant heads are attached with two screws

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps By Voss Of Denmark

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H 19.69 in Dm 11.82 in

Pair of Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps By Voss Of Denmark

By Voss Belysning

Located in Søborg, DK

on 3 elephant heads of cast iron with white painted iron tusks. The elephant heads are attached with

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Mechanical Elephant Cast Iron Bank Collectible Toy

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H 4.75 in W 8 in D 3 in

Vintage Mechanical Elephant Cast Iron Bank Collectible Toy

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage mechanical hand-painted cast iron elephant coin bank. Mechanical bank in good working order

Category

Early 20th Century Taiwanese Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Rare Cast Iron Hubley Elephant Bottle Opener, C.1940-1950

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H 3.5 in W 2.5 in D 1.5 in

Rare Cast Iron Hubley Elephant Bottle Opener, C.1940-1950

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Francisco, CA

About This is an original rare cast iron elephant bottle opener manufactured by the Hubley

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Barware

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Asian Elephant Sculpure, 1800s

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H 9.5 in W 6 in D 14 in

Cast Iron Asian Elephant Sculpure, 1800s

Located in Studio City, CA

A very eye-catching and wonderful work. A bit of a designer's dream accent piece. Heavy and solid with a rich, aged patina. We have seen only one other like it which was said to h...

Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mechanical Cast Iron Still Bank Circus Elephant Coin Piggy Bank

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H 5 in W 8 in D 3 in

Vintage Mechanical Cast Iron Still Bank Circus Elephant Coin Piggy Bank

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mechanical Cast Iron Still Bank Circus Elephant Coin Piggy Bank. Circa Late 20th Century

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Bronze Chinese Twin Elephant Handle Etched Bowl Pot Planter

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H 12.5 in W 15.5 in D 12 in

Vintage Cast Iron Bronze Chinese Twin Elephant Handle Etched Bowl Pot Planter

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage cast iron bronze Chinese twin elephant handle etched 15" bowl pot. Item features cast

Category

Late 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Bronze

Antique Hubley School Figural Circus Elephant Iron Coin Bank, Early 20th Century

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H 5.25 in W 8.5 in D 2.5 in

Antique Hubley School Figural Circus Elephant Iron Coin Bank, Early 20th Century

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in Big Flats, NY

A Hubley School polychrome painted figural cast iron mechanical bank depicts a circus elephant with

Category

20th Century Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Elephant Arcade Target

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H 6.5 in W 9 in D 0.25 in

Cast Iron Elephant Arcade Target

Located in New York, NY

Cast iron elephant target made by W. F. Mangels, Coney Island, NY with terrific old paint and marks

Category

20th Century American Carnival Art

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Elephant Cigarette Dispenser

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H 5.25 in W 2.75 in D 9 in

Cast Iron Elephant Cigarette Dispenser

Located in Seattle, WA

This is a cast iron elephant cigarette dispenser, circa 1920. Lift the lid on the elephants back to

Category

Vintage 1920s American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Elephants

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H 4 in W 4.5 in D 2 in

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Elephants

Located in New York, NY

An adorable pair of 19th Century Chinese cast iron elephants from Shanxi Province. M820

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Elephant Cigarette Dispenser

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H 5.5 in W 8.75 in D 2.5 in

Victorian Cast Iron Elephant Cigarette Dispenser

Located in Manhattan, NY

Lovely Victorian India elephant cigarette dispenser with rotating tail to dispense cigarettes in

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

American Painted Cast Iron Elephants Head

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H 33 in W 8.75 in D 8.75 in

American Painted Cast Iron Elephants Head

Located in San Francisco, CA

A charming and large cast iron painted elephants head made in America late in the 19th century. We

Category

Antique 19th Century American Statues

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Mechanical Elephant Bank

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H 5 in W 8 in

Cast Iron Mechanical Elephant Bank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The mechanics on this do not work, but normally you would place a coin in the trunk, pull the tail and it is deposited into the slot in front of the Howdah. It is still functional a...

Category

Early 20th Century American Decorative Objects

Antique Cast Iron Raised Trunk Elephant Pagoda Top Gorgeous Patina Figurine

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H 9 in W 7 in D 3 in

Antique Cast Iron Raised Trunk Elephant Pagoda Top Gorgeous Patina Figurine

Located in Pasadena, CA

Shelf sized Small Elephant Raised Trunk Carrying a Pagoda

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone

1896 Rochester Lamp Company Cast Iron Lamp

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H 75 in W 13 in D 13 in

1896 Rochester Lamp Company Cast Iron Lamp

Located in Aspen, CO

colored crystals and a marvelously intricate cast iron base, which has elephant heads as the supporting

Category

Vintage 1950s Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Carnival Arcade Elephant Target

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H 6 in W 10 in D 0.25 in

Carnival Arcade Elephant Target

By William F. Mangels Co. 1

Located in New York, NY

Cast iron shooting gallery target of an elephant made by Wm. F Mangels Co. in Coney Island, NY. The

Category

Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Carnival Art

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Elephant Door Stop

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H 5 in W 7 in D 3 in

Cast Iron Elephant Door Stop

Located in San Antonio, TX

Charming cast iron elephant door stop. A substantial piece with nice weight and a great collector's

Category

Early 20th Century Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Elephant Carnival Arcade Shooting Gallery Target

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H 6 in W 10 in D 0.25 in

Cast Iron Elephant Carnival Arcade Shooting Gallery Target

By William F. Mangels Co. 1

Located in New York, NY

An elephant with wonderful form and surface made for an early shooting gallery. The elephant would

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Carnival Art

Materials

Iron

1950s Gold Gilded Cast Iron Elephant Wall Sculpture Wall Mount Handle

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H 6.25 in W 5 in D 6 in

1950s Gold Gilded Cast Iron Elephant Wall Sculpture Wall Mount Handle

Located in New York, NY

Gold/gilded cast iron wall sculpture/ door mount/handle of the front half of an Elephant. Signed

Category

Vintage 1950s American Regency Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

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$860 / item

H 6.5 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in

Salta Medium Bordeaux Onyx Stone Pair of Bookends

By AIREDELSUR

Located in Buenos Aires, AR

Salta province is called the beautiful, and this adjective introduces us to its profound beauty. Its fertile valleys, windy desert, colorful mountains and blue sky are the images tha...

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2010s Argentine Modern Bookends

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Stone, Onyx, Metal

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

$680Sale Price / item|55% Off

H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...

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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs

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Oak

Fine Vintage Large French Polished Santos Mahogany Satinwood Folding Chess Set

$698

H 3.25 in W 20 in D 20 in

Fine Vintage Large French Polished Santos Mahogany Satinwood Folding Chess Set

Located in Dublin, Ireland

A Very Substantial Decorative French Polished Well Grained Dark Santos Mahogany and Boxwood Folding Chess Set of outstanding quality, good weight and seldom offered generous proporti...

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Late 20th Century British Victorian Decorative Boxes

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$340Sale Price|20% Off

H 2 in W 8.5 in D 1 in

Vintage Articulated Abalone Shell Fish Sculpture/ Bottle Opener by Los Castillo

By Los Castillos

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage articulated abalone shell fish sculpture / bottle opener by Los Castillo Taco, Mexico, circa 1960s. The piece is well detailed and patinated. There are two pieces availabl...

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

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JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting

$1,275 / item

H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in

JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting

By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot

Located in New York, NY

Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Art Deco Rabbit, Hare Silver Plated Bronze Bookends, A.E.L, 1920s

$1,999 / set

H 6.7 in W 7.09 in D 3.35 in

Art Deco Rabbit, Hare Silver Plated Bronze Bookends, A.E.L, 1920s

By A.E.L.

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Very nice Art Deco rabbit, hare silver plated bronze bookends. Signed A.E.L. , stamped France and 28. Mounted Over Russian Onix. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art ...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Pierre Jeanneret, Authentic PJ-R-27-B, Circa 1955, Mid-Century Modern

$14,513

H 29.93 in W 35.83 in D 12.8 in

Pierre Jeanneret, Authentic PJ-R-27-B, Circa 1955, Mid-Century Modern

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Hasselt, VLI

Authentic PJ-R-27-B by Pierre Jeanneret - This double-sided low cupboard, known as “5-hole rack” or "file rack” by Pierre Jeanneret, usually made in solid sisso (Indian rosewood) or ...

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$1,093 / set

H 4.73 in W 1.23 in D 3.15 in

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By Wiener Werkstätte

Located in Vienna, AT

For sale is a beautiful set consisting of three wall mountable Art Nouveau coat hooks. The items were hand-crafted from brass and designed by the renowned Wiener Werkstätte in Austri...

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Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Doors and Drawers

$2,500

H 29.5 in W 25 in D 14.75 in

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Doors and Drawers

Located in Yonkers, NY

A small Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquer side cabinet from the 19th century, with double doors, two drawers and brass hardware. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty in the...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Authentic Pierre Jeanneret 6-hole File Rack, PJ-R-27-A, Chandigarh, 1950s

$15,182

H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 12.6 in

Authentic Pierre Jeanneret 6-hole File Rack, PJ-R-27-A, Chandigarh, 1950s

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Pierre Jeanneret's work in Chandigarh during the 1950s represents a seminal moment in design history, where form met function in the most harmonious way. Jeanneret, in collaboration ...

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Vintage 1950s Indian Sideboards

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Teak

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$2,250 / set

H 4.25 in W 4.75 in D 2 in

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Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of Art Deco Austrian Bronze Rabbits Signed R. Desset Each rabbit mounted on a block of variegated green serpentine marble. Rabbits are each modeled in a different pose. The na...

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$3,608

H 42.52 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in

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By Faraday & Son

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

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$1,651Sale Price|30% Off

H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in

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By Ingo Maurer

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H 32 in W 45.5 in D 12.5 in

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Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period elmwood altar console table from the 19th century, with red lacquer and carved apron. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this elmwood console tab...

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$280Sale Price / set|62% Off

H 3.5 in W 7 in D 3.25 in

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Located in South Burlington, VT

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H 6.89 in W 5.52 in D 3.94 in

Don Quichotte and Sancho Panza Art Deco Bookends by Janle for Max Le Verrier

By Max Le Verrier, Janle

Located in Ulm, DE

“Don Quichotte” (and Sancho Panza) Designed in France by “Janle”, signed Original “Max Le Verrier” The very detailed handmade artwork is perfectly able to hold even heavy books...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Marble, Spelter

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