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Small Cast Iron Fountain from Toulouse, France, 20th Century
Small Cast Iron Fountain from Toulouse, France, 20th Century

Small Cast Iron Fountain from Toulouse, France, 20th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… A charming cast iron fountain from Toulouse, France, the small size

Category

20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Metal, Iron

Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a Low-Lying Sink
Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a Low-Lying Sink

Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a Low-Lying Sink

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a low-lying sink. It comprises a column that

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Sculpture "Boy with Goose" Signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie
Cast Iron Fountain Sculpture "Boy with Goose" Signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie

Cast Iron Fountain Sculpture "Boy with Goose" Signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie

By A. Durenne

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Cast iron fountain sculpture "Boethus Boy with goose" signed Antoine Durenne Fonderie, France, late

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Three-Tiered Cast Iron Fountain with Ornamental Details
Three-Tiered Cast Iron Fountain with Ornamental Details

Three-Tiered Cast Iron Fountain with Ornamental Details

Located in Marbella, ES

An elegant, three-tiered fountain crafted from cast iron, distinguished by its classic silhouette

Category

Late 20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Fountain
19th Century Cast Iron Fountain

19th Century Cast Iron Fountain

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th Century cast iron garden fountain of a reclining sea nymph with a wonderful aged patina.

Category

Antique 19th Century Irish Neoclassical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain of a Young Boy Holding a Dolphin
French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain of a Young Boy Holding a Dolphin

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain of a Young Boy Holding a Dolphin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A beautiful and extremely charming French 19th century cast iron fountain of a young boy holding a

Category

Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Of A Young Boy Holding A Dolphin
French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Of A Young Boy Holding A Dolphin

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Of A Young Boy Holding A Dolphin

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A beautiful and most charming French 19th century cast iron fountain of a young boy holding a

Category

Antique 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head
French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head

French, 19th Century Cast Iron Lion Fountain Head

Located in Buisson, FR

Wonderful cast iron fountain head with a great expression, France, circa 1850-1900. Weathered. H

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Fountains

Materials

Iron

An Exceptional Antique Cast Iron Garden Fountain Attributed to Fiske
An Exceptional Antique Cast Iron Garden Fountain Attributed to Fiske

An Exceptional Antique Cast Iron Garden Fountain Attributed to Fiske

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An elegant 19th Century tiered Cast Iron Fountain in a fine weathered Green paint. The finely

Category

Antique 19th Century American Classical Fountains

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain
19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain

19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Monumental 19th century French water pump fountain made by Louis Jonet. This large cast iron piece

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Iron

Large Cast Iron Patinated Turtle Garden Fountain C1980
Large Cast Iron Patinated Turtle Garden Fountain C1980

Large Cast Iron Patinated Turtle Garden Fountain C1980

By Fiske Or Mott

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous cast iron garden turtle fountain. turtle measures at 25 x 14 x 10h inches. Hefty in

Category

Vintage 1980s American Adirondack Fountains

Materials

Copper, Iron

Napoleon III Cast Iron Garden Fountain - H 2m30
Napoleon III Cast Iron Garden Fountain - H 2m30

Napoleon III Cast Iron Garden Fountain - H 2m30

Located in Beaune, FR

Large cast iron garden fountain from the 19th century under Napoleon III. It consists of two basins

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Cast Stone

French Cast Iron Lion Head Mascaron Fountain Spout, 20th Century
French Cast Iron Lion Head Mascaron Fountain Spout, 20th Century

French Cast Iron Lion Head Mascaron Fountain Spout, 20th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Dating to the 1900s, this French cast iron lion head mascaron has a

Category

20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid-19th Century French Cast Iron Pump or Fountain from Normandy
Mid-19th Century French Cast Iron Pump or Fountain from Normandy

Mid-19th Century French Cast Iron Pump or Fountain from Normandy

Located in Fayetteville, AR

Found on a farm in Normandy, France, this large scale mid nineteenth century painted cast iron pump

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Edwardian Egret Fountain / Urn
Edwardian Egret Fountain / Urn

Edwardian Egret Fountain / Urn

$4,550Sale Price|30% Off

Edwardian Egret Fountain / Urn

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

fleurdetroit offers for your consideration, offering this fantastic cast-iron fountain featuring

Category

Early 20th Century North American Aesthetic Movement Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Wall Fountain Signed by Val D´osne, France, Late 19th Century
Cast Iron Wall Fountain Signed by Val D´osne, France, Late 19th Century

Cast Iron Wall Fountain Signed by Val D´osne, France, Late 19th Century

By Val D'Osne Foundry

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Cast iron wall fountain signed by Val D´osne Foundry, France, late 19th century.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Fountains

Materials

Iron

Iron Duck Shaped Water Fountain Spout
Iron Duck Shaped Water Fountain Spout

Iron Duck Shaped Water Fountain Spout

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

A chic, Mid-Century-style antique iron fountain spout beautifully cast in the form of a duck’s head

Category

20th Century Fountains

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Mascaron Spout with Backplate
French Cast Iron Mascaron Spout with Backplate

French Cast Iron Mascaron Spout with Backplate

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Dating to the 1900s, this French cast iron mascaron spout backplate

Category

20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Metal, Iron

Cast Iron Birdbath with Wavy Rim and Decorative Birds
Cast Iron Birdbath with Wavy Rim and Decorative Birds

Cast Iron Birdbath with Wavy Rim and Decorative Birds

Located in Marbella, ES

A charming birdbath crafted from cast iron with a delicate, aged white finish. Its wide, undulating

Category

Late 20th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Lead Putti Fountain, Circa 1920
Early 20th Century Lead Putti Fountain, Circa 1920

Early 20th Century Lead Putti Fountain, Circa 1920

Located in Atlanta, GA

A charming early 20th century lead garden fountain featuring a delightful putti figure supporting a

Category

20th Century English Fountains

Materials

Iron

Pair of Gilt Cast Iron Wall Fountains /Planters, 19th Century
Pair of Gilt Cast Iron Wall Fountains /Planters, 19th Century

Pair of Gilt Cast Iron Wall Fountains /Planters, 19th Century

Located in Sheffield, MA

A Pair of Gilt Cast Iron Wall Fountains 19th Century Height 26 in Width 13 in. Provenance

Category

Antique 19th Century American Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Style "Lady at Lion Fountain" Cast Metal Bookends
Art Nouveau Style "Lady at Lion Fountain" Cast Metal Bookends

Art Nouveau Style "Lady at Lion Fountain" Cast Metal Bookends

Located in San Diego, CA

Art Nouveau Style "Lady at Lion Fountain" Cast Metal Bookends, circa 1919. These antique, cast

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Bookends

Materials

Iron

Palatial French 19th-20th Century Allegorical Figural Cast Iron Group Torchere
Palatial French 19th-20th Century Allegorical Figural Cast Iron Group Torchere

Palatial French 19th-20th Century Allegorical Figural Cast Iron Group Torchere

By Val D'Osne Foundry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

outdoor statuary, figural lighting, fountains and vases. Nowhere was the popularity and use of cast-iron

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Rococo Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Rare 36" pair of Art Deco cast iron garden urns by Kramer Brothers.
Rare 36" pair of Art Deco cast iron garden urns by Kramer Brothers.

Rare 36" pair of Art Deco cast iron garden urns by Kramer Brothers.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

iron architectural elements, including urns, fountains, benches, and decorative hardware.

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Victorian Iron Putti Sculpture
19th Century French Victorian Iron Putti Sculpture

19th Century French Victorian Iron Putti Sculpture

Located in Queens, NY

19th Century French Victorian cast iron allegorical fountain figure of a putti seated on an

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

A large portrait of Provost Samuel Leckie by William A. Donnelly 1901
A large portrait of Provost Samuel Leckie by William A. Donnelly 1901

A large portrait of Provost Samuel Leckie by William A. Donnelly 1901

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

donation, in 1907, of a grand 18 foot high cast iron drinking fountain to Dalmuir Park in Clydebank, where

Category

Early 20th Century English Paintings

Materials

Paint

French Cast Iron Two Tiered Fountain with Cherub Baluster, Scalloped Pool
French Cast Iron Two Tiered Fountain with Cherub Baluster, Scalloped Pool

French Cast Iron Two Tiered Fountain with Cherub Baluster, Scalloped Pool

Located in Katonah, NY

A two-tier cast-iron fountain with two fountain bowls, the lower bowl larger, each bowl with

Category

Antique 1870s French Neoclassical Revival Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece Dated 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece Dated 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece Dated 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

An important cast iron fountain center piece dated late 19th century. Little accidents and losses.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Head
French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Head

French 19th Century Cast Iron Fountain Head

Located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

A French 19th century cast iron fountain head in the form of a collection of bulrushes. Cast by the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

"Nymph", Antique Cast Iron Fountain with Green Patina
"Nymph", Antique Cast Iron Fountain with Green Patina

"Nymph", Antique Cast Iron Fountain with Green Patina

By Val D'Osne Foundry

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Antique garden cast iron fountain with green patina from the 19th century. A water nymph holds a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399
Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Rare cast iron fountain center piece dated late 19th century. Origin : Town house in Compiègne

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Center "Putto Holding an Urn", 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Center "Putto Holding an Urn", 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Center "Putto Holding an Urn", 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Dated from the 19th century, circa 1880, cast iron fountain center in the image of a putto holding

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Centrepiece Decorated with Triton, 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Centrepiece Decorated with Triton, 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Centrepiece Decorated with Triton, 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Dating from the late 19th century, cast iron fountain centrepiece decorated with triton crowned

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Cast Stone

Cast Iron Fountain Centre "Child Rowing, " 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Centre "Child Rowing, " 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Centre "Child Rowing, " 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Dated from the 19th century, cast iron fountain center, in the image of a child rowing by Mathurin

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Cast by Val d'Osne and Dated Late 19th Century
Cast Iron Fountain Cast by Val d'Osne and Dated Late 19th Century

Cast Iron Fountain Cast by Val d'Osne and Dated Late 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

A French cast iron fountain cast by Val d'Osne and dated late 19th century. The two graduated tiers

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399
Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399

Cast Iron Fountain Center Piece, Late 19th Century # E6399

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

A French cast-iron fountain figure of a putto and a turtle cast by A. Durenne, late 19th century

Category

Antique 19th Century French Statues

Materials

Iron

Pr.19th Century Cast Iron Figural fountains
Pr.19th Century Cast Iron Figural fountains

Pr.19th Century Cast Iron Figural fountains

By J.W. Fiske & Company

Located in Toronto, ON

A rare pair of 19th century cast iron fountains attributed to the Fiske Foundry. Excellent

Category

Antique 19th Century American Fountains

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Garden Urn/Fountain with Twisted Dolphin Base
19th Century Cast Iron Garden Urn/Fountain with Twisted Dolphin Base

19th Century Cast Iron Garden Urn/Fountain with Twisted Dolphin Base

Located in Cardiff, CA

Late 19th century Cast Iron Fountain has shallow bowl with egg and dart rim. Lion Heads surround

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Fountains

Materials

Iron

Fountain Center Piece Dated Late 19th Century
Fountain Center Piece Dated Late 19th Century

Fountain Center Piece Dated Late 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

An important composite stone and cast iron fountain center piece dated late 19th century. # E6442.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Cement, Iron

Putti Fountain
Putti Fountain

Putti Fountain

Unavailable|$1,323

Putti Fountain

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

A cast iron fountain of a Putti seated on a vase holding an oar. The base has a tethering ring

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Fountains

Materials

Iron

Rare pair of French fountain figures
Rare pair of French fountain figures

Rare pair of French fountain figures

By Gasne

Located in Chicago, IL

Rare pair of mid-19th century French cast iron fountain figures in the form of cherubs sitting on

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

CAST IRON  WALL FOUNTAIN
CAST IRON  WALL FOUNTAIN

CAST IRON WALL FOUNTAIN

Unavailable|$6,800

CAST IRON WALL FOUNTAIN

Located in York, ME

cast iron wall mounted fountain. urn top over elegant central female figure. flanked by ram's heads

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Iron

19th French Century Cast Iron Statue Fountain
19th French Century Cast Iron Statue Fountain

19th French Century Cast Iron Statue Fountain

Located in Berlin, DE

This 19th century antique cast iron statue fountain. Fantastic, vibrant patina with traces of

Category

Antique 1820s French Fountains

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron and Stone Fountain, 19th Century
Cast Iron and Stone Fountain, 19th Century

Cast Iron and Stone Fountain, 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Cast iron and stone fountain ornated with a Le´da and Jupiter cast iron statue, late 19th century

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Stone, Iron

Cast Iron Centre of Fountain, 19th Century
Cast Iron Centre of Fountain, 19th Century

Cast Iron Centre of Fountain, 19th Century

Located in Richebourg, Yvelines

Dating from 19th century, cast iron centre of fountain. It presents on its foot a decor of sheets

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains

Materials

Iron

Scottish Cast Iron Garden Wall Fountain
Scottish Cast Iron Garden Wall Fountain

Scottish Cast Iron Garden Wall Fountain

Located in Round Top, TX

Scottish Cast Iron Garden Wall Fountain. Purchased in Argentina, has original brand label and

Category

Early 20th Century Argentine Fountains

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Fountains For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cast iron fountains available for sale. Each of these unique cast iron fountains was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and paint. Cast iron fountains have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of cast iron fountains to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau cast iron fountains are of considerable interest. A. Durenne, Antoine Durenne Foundry and Val D'Osne Foundry each produced beautiful cast iron fountains that are worth considering.

How Much are Cast Iron Fountains?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,200, while they’re typically $400 on the low end and $120,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Fountains for You

Adding antique and vintage fountains to your home and garden is a great way to accentuate your interiors or landscape design as well as reap the benefits of the calming sound of flowing water.

The design of your outdoor fountain — or the indoor fountain you’ve introduced to your parlor — is going to determine how the water flows into its basin. Whether your new addition is a simple bowl-shaped design, an elaborate wall-mounted Art Deco fountain or a classical tiered tower boasting decoratively carved floral motifs, this will determine the movement of the feature’s water as well as the sounds it makes. If you’re looking to ensure that there is steadily bubbling water, a slow trickle, a waterfall or cascading sheets of water, you’ll want to think about the architecture of your fountain.

Interior and exterior fountains are made from a variety of materials. Cast concrete lends a classical look to your outdoor fountain. Limestone, a component of concrete, is a dense rock with a creamy white finish that calls to mind classical sculptures. If you’ve already adorned your garden or patio and firepit area with Roman statues, this will feel cohesive in your outdoor space. While limestone fountains are low maintenance, these features will require upkeep. A limestone fountain will need to be cleaned out and undergo a water change on occasion — at least every two to four months — in order to prevent algae growth as well as the smell that might accompany it.

Glazed ceramic fountains, which also warrant regular cleaning to reduce buildup of debris and mineral deposits, will add a splash of color to your garden or entryway. A Spanish or Italian fountain adorned with vibrant ornamental tiles will pop against your shrubbery and concrete planters. Lightweight options for outdoor fountains can be found in fiberglass and cast iron if stone seems too heavy for your taste.

By the 19th century, Victorians realized there were health benefits to fountains. The sound of running water can help create a harmonious and soothing environment in your well-appointed outdoor oasis or inviting foyer, and today, we could all use a little relaxation.

It’s time to harness the calming properties of gently flowing water. You will love the serenity that a vintage, new or antique fountain from 1stDibs can add to your home and garden.

Questions About Cast Iron Fountains
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, you should generally leave outdoor fountains on all the time during warm weather. Manufacturers engineer fountain pumps to run continuously, and shutting them off and restarting them regularly could shorten their lifespan. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of outdoor fountains and other garden elements.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.