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Vintage Roman Classical Style Figural Cast Iron Twin Handle Charger Dish
Vintage Roman Classical Style Figural Cast Iron Twin Handle Charger Dish

Vintage Roman Classical Style Figural Cast Iron Twin Handle Charger Dish

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Roman Classical Style Figural Cast Iron Twin Handle Charger Dish. Circa Mid 20th Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Classical Roman Platters and Serveware

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron George Washington Figural Andirons
Pair of Cast Iron George Washington Figural Andirons

Pair of Cast Iron George Washington Figural Andirons

Located in New York, NY

Pair of cast iron George Washington Andirons: Measures: 9" x 20" x 16" Weighs: 30 LBS.

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique 19th C. Cast Iron Classical Figural Dolphin Victorian Book Press
Antique 19th C. Cast Iron Classical Figural Dolphin Victorian Book Press

Antique 19th C. Cast Iron Classical Figural Dolphin Victorian Book Press

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique 19th C. Cast Iron Classical Figural Dolphin Victorian Book Press. Item features Intricate

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Cast Iron Fireback with Allegorical Figure
18th Century French Cast Iron Fireback with Allegorical Figure

18th Century French Cast Iron Fireback with Allegorical Figure

Located in Dallas, TX

. Anchor a fireplace or kitchen hearth with this striking antique French cast iron fireback

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimne...

Materials

Iron

English Cast Iron Fireback Featuring Catholic Figure to Centre
English Cast Iron Fireback Featuring Catholic Figure to Centre

English Cast Iron Fireback Featuring Catholic Figure to Centre

Located in London, GB

An English cast iron fireback featuring Catholic figure to centre, foliage and beading to outer

Category

Early 20th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Hessian Soldier Figural Cast Iron Sculptures (No back legs included.)
Antique Hessian Soldier Figural Cast Iron Sculptures (No back legs included.)

Antique Hessian Soldier Figural Cast Iron Sculptures (No back legs included.)

Located in Hyattsville, MD

American. c.1900-1920. Pair of Hessian Soldier Andirons. The cast iron is retaining an exceptional

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Sculpture with Figural Motifs by René Coutelle
French Cast Iron Sculpture with Figural Motifs by René Coutelle

French Cast Iron Sculpture with Figural Motifs by René Coutelle

By René Coutelle

Located in Chicago, IL

This striking cast iron sculpture by renowned French artist René Coutelle embodies his mastery of

Category

Vintage 1980s French Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Pair Of Antique Figural Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Posts c1900
Pair Of Antique Figural Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Posts c1900

Pair Of Antique Figural Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Posts c1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

This distinguished pair of antique figural cast iron hitching posts dates to circa 1900, embodying

Category

Early 20th Century Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Figural Cast Iron and Painted Campana-Form Urns, Circa 1880
Pair of English Figural Cast Iron and Painted Campana-Form Urns, Circa 1880

Pair of English Figural Cast Iron and Painted Campana-Form Urns, Circa 1880

By Handyside Foundry

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of English figural cast iron and painted campana-form urns with an intertwined floral and

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Urns

Materials

Iron

Mid century cast iron sculpture of mythical horse and figure.
Mid century cast iron sculpture of mythical horse and figure.

Mid century cast iron sculpture of mythical horse and figure.

Located in Allentown, PA

This is a mid century vintage cast iron sculpture of a mythical horse with wings and a figure. The

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

1930s Moorman Farm Feeds Cast Iron Anatomical Pig Salesman Sample Figure
1930s Moorman Farm Feeds Cast Iron Anatomical Pig Salesman Sample Figure

1930s Moorman Farm Feeds Cast Iron Anatomical Pig Salesman Sample Figure

Located in Lancaster, PA

This rare cast iron pig was produced by the Moorman Manufacturing Company of Quincy, Illinois, as a

Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

A Palatial Cast Iron Putti Figural Torchere Attr. Val D'Osne, Paris, Circa 1900
A Palatial Cast Iron Putti Figural Torchere Attr. Val D'Osne, Paris, Circa 1900

A Palatial Cast Iron Putti Figural Torchere Attr. Val D'Osne, Paris, Circa 1900

By Val D'Osne Foundry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine and palatial French 19th-20th century allegorical figural cast-iron group torchere

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron French Figural Bird Heron Paper Clip or Letter Holder
19th Century Cast Iron French Figural Bird Heron Paper Clip or Letter Holder

19th Century Cast Iron French Figural Bird Heron Paper Clip or Letter Holder

By Susse Freres

Located in Haarlem, NL

Rare 19th century French heavy cast iron clip with spring in the shape of a birds head. Most

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Vintage Figural Cast Iron Patio Garden Chairs Child with Sheep - set of 4
Vintage Figural Cast Iron Patio Garden Chairs Child with Sheep - set of 4

Vintage Figural Cast Iron Patio Garden Chairs Child with Sheep - set of 4

Located in Atlanta, GA

Vintage Cast Iron Patio Garden Chairs This set of 4 garden chairs are adorned with figural backs

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Bust

Cast Iron Bust

Located in New York, NY

Amazing cast iron bust of whimsical female figure in fabulously detailed Spanish matador outfit

Category

Antique 19th Century Statues

A sculpture of a male figure,  cast
A sculpture of a male figure,  cast

A sculpture of a male figure, cast

By RinDesign

Located in London, GB

Standing 80cm tall a striking sculpture of a male figure meticulously sculpted, molded and cast

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Original Painted Cast Iron Cow
Original Painted Cast Iron Cow

Original Painted Cast Iron Cow

$716Sale Price|20% Off

Original Painted Cast Iron Cow

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fine original painted cast iron cow figure is in good as found condition.

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp
Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp

Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Canada in approximately 1965 in the period midcentury style. The lamp features a figural cast iron canon

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Cast Iron Sleeping Scotty Dog Doorstop, Attributed to Hubley
Cast Iron Sleeping Scotty Dog Doorstop, Attributed to Hubley

Cast Iron Sleeping Scotty Dog Doorstop, Attributed to Hubley

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

was among the most prominent American manufacturers of figural cast iron, known for producing high

Category

20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Pair of Black Cast Iron Wings, Man Figure, 19th Century, Italy
Antique Pair of Black Cast Iron Wings, Man Figure, 19th Century, Italy

Antique Pair of Black Cast Iron Wings, Man Figure, 19th Century, Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Ancient pair of wings in black cast iron, cast that figures man of the time, produced in the 19th

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Ironstone

Antique Neoclassical Cast Iron Marble Top English Pub Table
Antique Neoclassical Cast Iron Marble Top English Pub Table

Antique Neoclassical Cast Iron Marble Top English Pub Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Ornate Figural Cast Iron Base with Round Italian Marble Top Pub Table. This English table is a solid

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Revival Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Song to Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Daoist Buddhist Head
Song to Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Daoist Buddhist Head

Song to Ming Dynasty Cast Iron Daoist Buddhist Head

Located in Dallas, TX

(20.5 cm) Depth 8.5 inches (21.5 cm) 10th- 14th century Chinese cast iron image of the Buddhist figure

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Ming Busts

Materials

Iron

Antique French Victorian Cast Iron Porcelain Enamel Fireplace Coal Scuttle Box
Antique French Victorian Cast Iron Porcelain Enamel Fireplace Coal Scuttle Box

Antique French Victorian Cast Iron Porcelain Enamel Fireplace Coal Scuttle Box

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Victorian Figural Cast Iron Porcelain Enamel Fireplace Coal Scuttle Box with Shovel

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney ...

Materials

Iron

Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda
Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda

Ming Dynasty Polychrome Lacquer and Gilt Iron Figure of Ananda

Located in Austin, TX

downwards, a serene expression upon his face. The figure has been cast in iron. A brown lacquer covers the

Category

Antique 16th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Floral Bouquet Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

visual interest to a functional piece. Figural, decorative cast iron doorstops were highly popular from

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Sitting Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

relief and the bottom rim are accented with red. Figural, decorative cast iron doorstops were highly

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Sitting Cats Door Stop, Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Sitting Cats Door Stop, Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Sitting Cats Door Stop, Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

garland decor; the ornamental relief is accented with gold. Figural, decorative cast iron doorstops were

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Brass Figural Cherub Door Stops or Sculptures
Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Brass Figural Cherub Door Stops or Sculptures

Pair of Antique Victorian Cast Brass Figural Cherub Door Stops or Sculptures

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This pair of antique detailed cast brass figural cherub door stops are unsigned, but presumed to

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Iron

Sitting Orange Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Sitting Orange Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Sitting Orange Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage or antique cast iron door stop features a cat form with polychrome painted decor. The

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Sitting Tuxedo Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art
Sitting Tuxedo Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Sitting Tuxedo Cat Door Stop Painted Cast Iron, American Folk Art

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

bottom rim are accented with gold. Figural, decorative cast iron doorstops were highly popular from the

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique American Figural Painted Copper Horse Weatherwane with Cast Directional
Antique American Figural Painted Copper Horse Weatherwane with Cast Directional

Antique American Figural Painted Copper Horse Weatherwane with Cast Directional

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

done in formed copper to depict a galloping horse. The directional is composed of cast iron with a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Weathervanes

Materials

Copper, Iron

Pair of Antique Egyptian- Revival Style Black Iron Figural Wall Sconces
Pair of Antique Egyptian- Revival Style Black Iron Figural Wall Sconces

Pair of Antique Egyptian- Revival Style Black Iron Figural Wall Sconces

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of French black iron figural wall sconces (circa 1900): this pair of charming, heavy cast-iron

Category

Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Antique Art Deco Nude Lady Woman Figural Cast Brass Bookends Hubley Era
Antique Art Deco Nude Lady Woman Figural Cast Brass Bookends Hubley Era

Antique Art Deco Nude Lady Woman Figural Cast Brass Bookends Hubley Era

By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2

Located in San Diego, CA

Great pair of antique Art Deco nude lady/woman figural cast brass bookends and date from the 1920s

Category

Early 20th Century American Bookends

Materials

Iron

Two Chairs Cast Iron Marble-Top Table Coca-Cola Dinette Ice Cream Set Cafe Table
Two Chairs Cast Iron Marble-Top Table Coca-Cola Dinette Ice Cream Set Cafe Table

Two Chairs Cast Iron Marble-Top Table Coca-Cola Dinette Ice Cream Set Cafe Table

By John Salterini

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern red Coca-Cola cast iron base figural marble-top cafe table with two Salterini

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Pair of Figural French Andirons for Fireplace.
Pair of Figural French Andirons for Fireplace.

Pair of Figural French Andirons for Fireplace.

Located in Houston, TX

Assorted pairs of figural iron fireplace andirons from France, circa 1800s. Price is for one pair

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Fireplace Tools and Chimney...

Materials

Iron

Pair of American “Cape Cod Fisherman” Nautical Bookends, Figural
Pair of American “Cape Cod Fisherman” Nautical Bookends, Figural

Pair of American “Cape Cod Fisherman” Nautical Bookends, Figural

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of American Cast Iron “Cape Cod Fisherman” Nautical Bookends, Figural Sculpture, 1928 A

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Bookends

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Pair of Figural Lion Head and Paws Bookends
Early 20th Century Pair of Figural Lion Head and Paws Bookends

Early 20th Century Pair of Figural Lion Head and Paws Bookends

Located in Stamford, CT

paws made from cast iron with a bronze patina overlay. Beautifully cast and a great size, this pair of

Category

Early 20th Century Bookends

Materials

Iron

Arts & Crafts Figural Owl Andirons C1920 by Howe Boston
Arts & Crafts Figural Owl Andirons C1920 by Howe Boston

Arts & Crafts Figural Owl Andirons C1920 by Howe Boston

By Howe

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous pair of early 20th century cast figural Owl Andirons by Howe manufacturing of Boston Mass

Category

Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Giacometti School Bronze Male Figural Totem Sculpture, Museum Mounted, 20th C
Giacometti School Bronze Male Figural Totem Sculpture, Museum Mounted, 20th C

Giacometti School Bronze Male Figural Totem Sculpture, Museum Mounted, 20th C

By Alberto Giocometti

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Giacometti School Bronze Figural Staff Sculpture on Iron Base Late 20th Century, 2 pieces Sculpture

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Antique French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Figural Lyre Harp Andirons - a Pair
Antique French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Figural Lyre Harp Andirons - a Pair

Antique French Empire Neoclassical Bronze Figural Lyre Harp Andirons - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Empire Neoclassical Style Bronze Figural Lyre Harp Andirons - a Pair. Item featured

Category

Antique Early 1900s Louis XV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Late 19th Century Figural Maiden and Poppy Blossom Centerpiece Bowl
Late 19th Century Figural Maiden and Poppy Blossom Centerpiece Bowl

Late 19th Century Figural Maiden and Poppy Blossom Centerpiece Bowl

By Maurice Bouval

Located in Cincinnati, OH

This heavy centerpiece bowl dates to the late 19th century and is composed of cast iron with a gilt

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique French Jardinière or Planter with Gilt Bronze Figural Mounts
Antique French Jardinière or Planter with Gilt Bronze Figural Mounts

Antique French Jardinière or Planter with Gilt Bronze Figural Mounts

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique gilt bronze and cast iron jardinière is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Bronze, Iron

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Cast Iron Figure For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cast iron figure you’re looking for. A cast iron figure — often made from metal, iron and bronze — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer cast iron figure, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right cast iron figure, those designed in Victorian, Neoclassical and Georgian styles are of considerable interest. J. & C.G. Bolinder, Alois Mayer and Antoine Durenne Foundry each produced at least one beautiful cast iron figure that is worth considering.

How Much is a Cast Iron Figure?

The average selling price for a cast iron figure at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $84,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Cast Iron Figure
  • 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 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 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 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 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

    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 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.
  • 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.