Cast Iron Fan
Mid-Century Modern Industrial Cast Iron Metal Oscillating Table Fan
By Manning Bowman
Located in South Bend, IN
A stylish Mid-Century Modern industrial cast iron metal table or desk fan
By Manning Bowman
USA
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Architectural Models
Materials
Iron
Industrial Restored General Electric Cast Iron and Brass Desk Fan
By General Electric
Located in Fort Collins, CO
tarnishing. Rewired with period correct cotton covered 18 gauge wire. Constructed with heavy cast iron for
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Desk Sets
Materials
Brass, Iron
$1,836 Sale Price / item
20% Off
H 18.5 in W 12 in D 10.75 in
Cast Iron Urns
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of Victorian weathered cast iron urns with fan and flower embellishments and highly
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Urns
“Fanning the Fire” Japanese Tetsubin Kettle, c. 1924
Located in Chicago, IL
tea ceremonies. Known as tetsubin, the kettle’s cast-iron construction is said to change the quality
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork
Materials
Iron
French Brass Figural Pierced & Chased Folding Fan Fire Place Screen, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
finial with lambs tongue plinth, eight flanking pierced chased folding fans, decorative acanthus and bell
Category
Antique 1820s French Louis Philippe Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Brass, Iron
$9,500
H 30.5 in W 41.5 in D 8.5 in
Antique Commandair 16 Inch Oscillating Fan c.1934
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An Army green steel and cast iron 6 blade Commandair oscillating fan with tilting head
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal, Brass, Steel
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Mechanical Fan Mod.NOVU2 Design Peter Beheren for A&G, 1910
By AEG, Peter Behrens
Located in Naples, IT
. Has created the most functional and aesthetically most fascinating AEG products.
Cast iron fan body
Category
Vintage 1910s German Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal, Brass, Iron
Vintage Cast Iron and Brass Emerson Electric Oscillating Fan, c.1930
By Emerson Electric
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
An original Emerson cast iron and metal oscillating fan with brass plated blades tilting
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal, Steel, Brass
Japanese Fine Hand Cast Fan Art Tea Pot Chagama Immediately Usable
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions Travels.
Here's a finely cast Japanese traditional iron
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Furniture
Materials
Copper, Iron
Barbers Hair Dryer On Tripod, Steampunk, Brass, Nickelplated And Cast-iron
Located in Baambrugge, NL
A freaky looking barbers hair dryer, steampunk/rough luxe style on cast iron tripod. The fan
Category
Early 20th Century German Steampunk More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Iron, Copper
French Brass Figural Pierced Folding Fan Fire Screen, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
finial, decorative pierced chased folding fans, acanthus and bell flower motif and terminating on a
Category
Antique 1820s French Louis Philippe Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Brass, Iron
French Polished Steel Acanthus Pierced Folding Fan Fire Place Screen, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
folding fans, bell flower motif, and terminating on a scrolled acanthus base with flanking floral
Category
Antique 1820s French Louis Philippe Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Brass, Steel, Iron
H 30.75 in W 45 in D 7.5 in
French Peacock Gilt Brass & Vine Pierced Feather Fire Place Fan Screen, C. 1830
Located in Charleston, SC
French Peacock gilt brass fire place fan screen with a ball finial handle, scrolled intertwined
Category
Antique 1830s French Louis Philippe Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 28.5 in W 42 in D 8 in
Large Antique F & M Cast Iron Fan, circa 1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
A large antique cast iron fan with steel cage, metal blades and decorative base. The
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial More Desk Accessories
Materials
Metal, Steel, Iron
Cast Iron Doorstop "Woman in Hoop Skirt with Fan" American, circa 1925
Located in Incline Village, NV
All original cast iron doorstop "Woman in Hoop Skirt with Fan" was manufactured by Waverly Studios
Category
Vintage 1920s American Folk Art Doors and Gates
Materials
Iron
1920s Wrought Iron Transom Done in an Arched Fan Shape
Located in New York, NY
1920s fan shaped iron arch with a brown rusted finish in a geometric design. This can be seen at
Category
Vintage 1920s American Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
Polished Cast Iron Fireplace Grate with Rams Heads
Located in London, GB
A George III style fire basket in polished cast iron. The fan shaped burning area flanked by rams
Category
Antique Late 18th Century George III Fireplaces and Mantels
Large Chrome Fresh'nd-Aire Industrial Standing Floor Fan
By Fresh'nd-Aire
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and weighed cast iron base has an airplane blade and pull chain mechanism with two speeds.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Antique Peacock Fan Fireplace Screen France 1870s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Antique France gilded cast iron folding Fan shaped fire screen pierced with beathiful .Greek
Category
Antique 1870s French Classical Greek Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
French Brass Figural Pierced Folding Fan Fire Place Screen, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
, decorative pierced chased folding fans, acanthus motif, and terminating on a scrolled floral beaded swag base
Category
Antique 1820s French Louis Philippe Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 33.75 in W 48.25 in D 7.5 in
French Gilt Brass Decorative Pierced Foliage Fire Place Fan Screen, Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
French gilt brass decorative pierced folding fire place fan screen with a foliage and berry handle
Category
Antique 1840s French Louis Philippe Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 23.75 in W 36.25 in D 7 in
Rare 1925 Savory Airator "Bankers Fan"
Located in Peekskill, NY
This vintage cast iron bankers fan Signed Savory Airator. The company states that the horizontal
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments
Large Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Fans
Located in Chicago, IL
Large vintage industrial cast iron fans. They don't work. Only used for visual effect. Listed price
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Decorative Objects
Materials
Iron
Midcentury IEW - Behala Cast Iron Ceiling Fan by India Electric Works Ltd.
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
manufacturer of ceiling fans of India. They could be found in all the train stations of the country.
Category
Vintage 1930s Indian Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 23.63 in Dm 63 in L 23.63 in
Mid-Century Modern Usha Cast Iron Ceiling Fan by Jay Engineering Works Ltd.
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
Perfectly functioning. Ball bearings inside.
220 V-80 watts - 3 wooden blades - 16 Kg.
Dimmer and hook to the ceiling supplied too.
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Brass, Iron
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Cast Iron Fan For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic cast iron fan available at 1stDibs. A cast iron fan — often made from iron, metal and brass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect cast iron fan — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right cast iron fan, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Folk Art styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cast iron fan over the years, but those crafted by Fresh'nd-Aire and General Electric Company (GEC) are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Cast Iron Fan?
Prices for a cast iron fan start at $275 and top out at $8,000 with the average selling for $3,213.
Questions About Cast Iron Fan
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cast 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cast 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, 2023Cast 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cast 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.
- Are cast iron columns hollow?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether 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, 2023Yes, 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, 2022A 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, 2021Cast 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, 2022Cast 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.
- How do I hang a cast iron bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How 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.
- Do cast iron tables rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2023Whether 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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