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Blue Enamel Industrial Pendant Lamp, Cast Iron Hook, Mid-20th Century
Blue Enamel Industrial Pendant Lamp, Cast Iron Hook, Mid-20th Century

Blue Enamel Industrial Pendant Lamp, Cast Iron Hook, Mid-20th Century

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Factory pendant. Blue enamel white interior. Cast iron hook. Weight: 5.50 kg / 12.1 lb Priced per

Category

20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel

Industrial Wood & Cast Iron Double Block Pulley
Industrial Wood & Cast Iron Double Block Pulley

Industrial Wood & Cast Iron Double Block Pulley

Located in Winter Park, FL

A rustic industrial double wood pulley with large cast iron hook. An interesting nautical object

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Tropical Yellow and Green Pineapple Coat Hook
Vintage Cast Iron Tropical Yellow and Green Pineapple Coat Hook

Vintage Cast Iron Tropical Yellow and Green Pineapple Coat Hook

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Cast Iron Yellow and Green Pineapple Coat Hooks. Large vintage rustic wall mounted coat or

Category

Late 20th Century American Folk Art Wall Brackets

Materials

Iron

21 Dark Gray Enamel Vintage Industrial Pendant Lights
21 Dark Gray Enamel Vintage Industrial Pendant Lights

21 Dark Gray Enamel Vintage Industrial Pendant Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Factory pendant. Black / Dark gray enamel white interior. Cast iron hook. Weight: 5.50 kg / 12.1

Category

20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel

Huge Entryway Chest Bench & Coat Rack in Carved Oak, Art Nouveau, Italy, 1900s
Huge Entryway Chest Bench & Coat Rack in Carved Oak, Art Nouveau, Italy, 1900s

Huge Entryway Chest Bench & Coat Rack in Carved Oak, Art Nouveau, Italy, 1900s

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

. Removable furniture made up of two parts: - Upper part: large beveled mirror, 2 cast iron hooks, sculpted

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Hall Stand with Gilded Accents
19th Century French Cast Iron Hall Stand with Gilded Accents

19th Century French Cast Iron Hall Stand with Gilded Accents

Located in Antwerp, BE

integrated cast iron hooks Dimensions: Height: 196 cm (77.2 in) Width: 70 cm (27.6 in) Depth: 38 cm (15 in

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Cast Iron Metal Wall Coat Hook
Antique Cast Iron Metal Wall Coat Hook

Antique Cast Iron Metal Wall Coat Hook

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique Cast Iron Metal Wall Coat Hook Hanger Hardware. This is a very unique style for a wall coat

Category

Vintage 1920s British Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Double Wall Hook
French Cast Iron Double Wall Hook

French Cast Iron Double Wall Hook

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French cast iron double wall hook France, mid century Petite in its construction yet charming

Category

Mid-20th Century French Wall Brackets

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Hook Rack
19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Hook Rack

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Hook Rack

Located in Hook, Hampshire

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Hook Rack 19th Century French Original Cast

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

VIntage Longevity Chinese Symbol Iron Cast Wall Hook
VIntage Longevity Chinese Symbol Iron Cast Wall Hook

VIntage Longevity Chinese Symbol Iron Cast Wall Hook

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

VIntage Longevity Chinese Symbol Iron Cast Wall Hook. Asian Calligraphy Symbols Prosperity Luck

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Wall Brackets

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Articulating Elephant Wall Hook
Antique Cast Iron Articulating Elephant Wall Hook

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

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Wall Brackets

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Long Hook Rack
19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Long Hook Rack

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Long Hook Rack

Located in Hook, Hampshire

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Long Hook Rack 19th Century French Original

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Long Hook Rack
19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Long Hook Rack

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks - Long Hook Rack

Located in Hook, Hampshire

19th Century French Original Cast Iron Butchers Hooks – Long Hook Rack 19th Century French Original

Category

Antique 19th Century French Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Large Antique Block and Tackle Nautical Pulley c.1850-1930
Large Antique Block and Tackle Nautical Pulley c.1850-1930

Large Antique Block and Tackle Nautical Pulley c.1850-1930

Located in San Francisco, CA

from the golden age of sailing ships, this double wood block and tackle features a formidable cast iron

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Industrial Nautical Objects

Materials

Iron

Antique Arts & Craft Mission Oak Coat Hanger Wall Mirror
Antique Arts & Craft Mission Oak Coat Hanger Wall Mirror

Antique Arts & Craft Mission Oak Coat Hanger Wall Mirror

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, showcasing beautiful patina and light distressing from age. Three ornate cast iron hooks provide both

Category

Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Wall Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Pepite Cast Iron Wall Hooks by Roberto Mora. Polished Brass Finish.
Pepite Cast Iron Wall Hooks by Roberto Mora. Polished Brass Finish.

Pepite Cast Iron Wall Hooks by Roberto Mora. Polished Brass Finish.

Located in Boston, MA

Maker: minottiitalia Design: Roberto Mora Made in Italy. Wall hooks in cast brass. Polished brass

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Brackets

Materials

Iron

Pepite Cast Iron Wall Hooks by Roberto Mora. Polished Chrome Finish.
Pepite Cast Iron Wall Hooks by Roberto Mora. Polished Chrome Finish.

Pepite Cast Iron Wall Hooks by Roberto Mora. Polished Chrome Finish.

Located in Boston, MA

Maker: minottiitalia Design: Roberto Mora Made in Italy. Wall hook in cast brass. Polished chrome

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall Brackets

Materials

Iron

Vintage Victorian Style Cast Iron Figural Maiden Wall Coat Hat Hook
Vintage Victorian Style Cast Iron Figural Maiden Wall Coat Hat Hook

Vintage Victorian Style Cast Iron Figural Maiden Wall Coat Hat Hook

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Victorian Style Cast Iron Figural Maiden Wall Coat Hat Hook. Circa Mid 20th Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Large Old Victorian School Oak & Cast Iron Coat Hooks - Coat Stand
Large Old Victorian School Oak & Cast Iron Coat Hooks - Coat Stand

Large Old Victorian School Oak & Cast Iron Coat Hooks - Coat Stand

Located in Leicester, GB

large sized double hooks which are made in iron. Each hook has the original paper number about d the

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Industrial Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Brown Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Brass Pendant Lights
Brown Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Brass Pendant Lights

Brown Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Brass Pendant Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Factory pendant brown enamel with white interior cast iron top, brass hook Weight 3.20 kg / 7.1 lb

Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

Art Deco Coat Hook from Adolf Loos, 1913, for Cafe Capua, Vienna Austria
Art Deco Coat Hook from Adolf Loos, 1913, for Cafe Capua, Vienna Austria

Art Deco Coat Hook from Adolf Loos, 1913, for Cafe Capua, Vienna Austria

By Adolf Loos

Located in Vienna, Austria

Coat Hook designed by Adolf Loos around 1913 for Car Capua in Vienna Austria. Made of nickel plated

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron, Nickel

Painted French Iron Hall Tree
Painted French Iron Hall Tree

Painted French Iron Hall Tree

Located in Houston, TX

Classic central European hall tree in wrought and cast iron. The usual anthropomorphic double hooks

Category

20th Century French Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons
French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons

French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

French Gothic style fire dogs made of cast iron. With spit hooks to grill food and a cup to keep

Category

20th Century French Gothic Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons
French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons

French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Gothic Style fire dogs made of cast iron. With spit hooks to grill food and a cup to keep drinks or

Category

20th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs
17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs

17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century French Gothic andirons made of cast iron. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food

Category

Antique 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons, 19th Century
Antique French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons, 19th Century

Antique French Gothic Style Firedogs or Andirons, 19th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

French Gothic style fire dogs made of cast iron. With spit hooks to grill food and a cup to keep

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Style Firedogs or Andirons
French Napoleon III Style Firedogs or Andirons

French Napoleon III Style Firedogs or Andirons

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

French Gothic style fire dogs made of cast iron. With spit hooks to grill food and a cup to keep

Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Large, heavy French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century
Large, heavy French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century

Large, heavy French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs, 17th Century

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century French Gothic andirons made of cast iron. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food

Category

Antique 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

16th-17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs
16th-17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs

16th-17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

Impressive 16th-17th century French Gothic andirons made of cast iron. The andirons have spit hooks

Category

Antique Early 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Georgian Elm Bacon Settle In The Original Paint
Georgian Elm Bacon Settle In The Original Paint

Georgian Elm Bacon Settle In The Original Paint

Located in Kingsbridge, GB

existence today, which still retain their original interior and cast iron hanging hooks. The settle has a

Category

Antique 1720s English Country Painted Furniture

Materials

Elm

BISHOP Task Floor Lamp by John Sorensen-Jolink for Coil + Drift
BISHOP Task Floor Lamp by John Sorensen-Jolink for Coil + Drift

BISHOP Task Floor Lamp by John Sorensen-Jolink for Coil + Drift

By Coil + Drift, John Sorensen-Jolink

Located in Brooklyn, NY

iconic Bishop’s hook cast-iron street lamps that illuminate New York City’s Williamsburg Bridge, this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Bishop Table Lamp in Brushed Brass, Blackened-Steel Shade and Ebony-Stained Oak
Bishop Table Lamp in Brushed Brass, Blackened-Steel Shade and Ebony-Stained Oak

Bishop Table Lamp in Brushed Brass, Blackened-Steel Shade and Ebony-Stained Oak

By John Sorensen-Jolink

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by the iconic Bishop’s hook cast-iron street lamps that illuminate New York City’s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Bishop Tall Floor Lamp with Brushed Brass, Blackened-Steel Shade and Black Oak
Bishop Tall Floor Lamp with Brushed Brass, Blackened-Steel Shade and Black Oak

Bishop Tall Floor Lamp with Brushed Brass, Blackened-Steel Shade and Black Oak

By John Sorensen-Jolink

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by the iconic Bishop’s hook cast-iron street lamps that illuminate New York City’s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Late 19th Century English Savages Carved Fairground Mirror
Late 19th Century English Savages Carved Fairground Mirror

Late 19th Century English Savages Carved Fairground Mirror

Located in London, GB

numbers at the rear read 44 and original cast iron metal hooks are still in place. This example would have

Category

Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood

17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs
17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs

17th Century French Gothic Andirons or Firedogs

Located in Amerongen, Amerongen

17th century French Gothic Andirons made of cast iron. The andirons have spit hooks to grill food

Category

Antique 17th Century French Gothic Andirons

Materials

Iron

Bishop Task Floor Lamp with Brushed Brass, Blackened-Steel Shade, and Black Oak
Bishop Task Floor Lamp with Brushed Brass, Blackened-Steel Shade, and Black Oak

Bishop Task Floor Lamp with Brushed Brass, Blackened-Steel Shade, and Black Oak

By John Sorensen-Jolink

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by the iconic Bishop’s hook cast-iron street lamps that illuminate New York City’s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Cast Iron Coat Hook
Cast Iron Coat Hook

Cast Iron Coat Hook

Unavailable|$265

Cast Iron Coat Hook

Located in Boston, MA

Cast iron coat hook, France, contemporary.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Provincial French Fruitwood Hanging or Standing Cabinet
Provincial French Fruitwood Hanging or Standing Cabinet

Provincial French Fruitwood Hanging or Standing Cabinet

Located in Alexandria, VA

also has original cast iron hooks on its sides for use as a hanging cabinet possibly on shipboard. Made

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Cabinets

Cast Iron Coat Hooks, 1880s, Set of 6
Cast Iron Coat Hooks, 1880s, Set of 6

Cast Iron Coat Hooks, 1880s, Set of 6

Located in Vienna, AT

This set of 6 heavy solid cast iron coat hooks is partially blackened.

Category

Antique 1880s Austrian Baroque Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

19th Century Black Painted Cast Iron Hall Tree
19th Century Black Painted Cast Iron Hall Tree

19th Century Black Painted Cast Iron Hall Tree

Located in Hudson, NY

19th century black painted cast iron hall stand with hooks for hats or coats and loops for

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Postmodern White Metal Coatrack with Multi Colored Hooks by Ugo Nespolo, Italy
Postmodern White Metal Coatrack with Multi Colored Hooks by Ugo Nespolo, Italy

Postmodern White Metal Coatrack with Multi Colored Hooks by Ugo Nespolo, Italy

By Ugo Nespolo

Located in Vienna, AT

lacquered wooden frame on a dark cast iron foot, ten multi-colored hooks in the shapes of hats. Weighty cast

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal, Iron

Set of Chinese Iron Horse Hoof Picks
Set of Chinese Iron Horse Hoof Picks

Set of Chinese Iron Horse Hoof Picks

Unavailable|$1,440 / set

Set of Chinese Iron Horse Hoof Picks

Located in Seattle, WA

Set of three Chinese cast and forged iron horse hook picks and trimming blades from Shanxi province

Category

Antique Early 1800s Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Gymnasium Coat Hooks
Gymnasium Coat Hooks

Gymnasium Coat Hooks

Located in Culver City, CA

Chambered oak with cast iron hooks and black paint. England circa 1890.

Category

Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Antique English Oak Halltree with 4 Hooks and Round Mirror
Antique English Oak Halltree with 4 Hooks and Round Mirror

Antique English Oak Halltree with 4 Hooks and Round Mirror

Located in Phoenix, AZ

" circular beveled mirror, 4 cast iron hooks, a glove drawer and the original umbrella drip trays. We will

Category

Early 20th Century British Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Oak

Austrian antique hall tree and umbrella stand
Austrian antique hall tree and umbrella stand

Austrian antique hall tree and umbrella stand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vienna antique hall tree .Cast iron hooks,panels on the side reupholstered in faux fur.Mirror is

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Coat Racks and Stands

Leather Wrapped Gymnastic Rings
Leather Wrapped Gymnastic Rings

Leather Wrapped Gymnastic Rings

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A set of leather wrapped gymnastic rings with adjustable leather straps and cast-iron hooks

Category

Early 20th Century American Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

19th Century Original White Painted Coat and Hat Rack
19th Century Original White Painted Coat and Hat Rack

19th Century Original White Painted Coat and Hat Rack

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19th century coat wall rack has the original cast iron hooks for mounting and original white

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Wall Brackets

Materials

Wood

EARLY 20THC  COAT TREE/RACK IN ORIGINAL OLD SURFACE
EARLY 20THC  COAT TREE/RACK IN ORIGINAL OLD SURFACE

EARLY 20THC COAT TREE/RACK IN ORIGINAL OLD SURFACE

Located in Los Angeles, CA

ORIGINAL CAST IRON HOOKS AND GREAT SIMPLE FORM.GREAT WITH RUSTIC FURNITURE OR A MODERN ATMOSPHERE.

Category

Early 20th Century American Coat Racks and Stands

French Factory Machine Wheel as Decor
French Factory Machine Wheel as Decor

French Factory Machine Wheel as Decor

Located in Dallas, TX

iron hook helped with the pulley system of the machines, circa 1870.    

Category

Antique 1870s French Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Limestone, Iron

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Cast Iron Hooks For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of cast iron hooks is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique cast iron hooks was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and brass. Cast iron hooks have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Cast iron hooks bearing Victorian or Folk Art hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Cast iron hooks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Dent Hardware Company are consistently popular.

How Much are Cast Iron Hooks?

Cast iron hooks can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,638, while the lowest priced sells for $295 and the highest can go for as much as $9,400.
Questions About Cast Iron Hooks
  • 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 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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.