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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cast Iron Lighting

Poland Chandelier

Weight Iron

Szarvasi Lamp

Caged Glass Pendant Light

Green Enamel Industrial Pendant

Iron Cage Chandelier

Cast Glass Lamp

Glass Grid

French Art Deco Petrol Green Enamel Cast Iron Clear Glass Streetlight by Sammode

$1,764

French Art Deco Petrol Green Enamel Cast Iron Clear Glass Streetlight by Sammode

By Sammode

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Art Deco Green Vintage Enamel and cast iron streetlight by Sammode, France Cast iron arm, enamel shade with round clear glass Size wall mount 33 × 6 cm Shipped in parts, easy to as...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron, Enamel

Antique Reclaimed Art Deco Cast Iron Caged Pendant Light Chain Filigree B.B. Co

$320Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Reclaimed Art Deco Cast Iron Caged Pendant Light Chain Filigree B.B. Co

Located in Dayton, OH

Striking vintage Art Deco pendant light fixture crafted from cast metal with a beautifully detailed, geometric design. The fixture features a sculptural openwork cage-style mount pai...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Brass & Handcrafted Cast Iron Floor Lamp on Tripod Base 1970s

$2,900

Mid-Century Modern Brass & Handcrafted Cast Iron Floor Lamp on Tripod Base 1970s

Located in Miami, FL

Tall Mid-Century Modern handcrafted floor lamp in burgundy, brown iron and brass detail on a tripod base from the 1970s. Has a 2-socket light with pull strings. Takes two regular or...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Elegant Antique Cast Iron Table Lamps, Hand Painted, USA, 20th Century

$750 / set

Elegant Antique Cast Iron Table Lamps, Hand Painted, USA, 20th Century

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Elegant pair of table lamps made of cast iron with flowers and vines motif, hand painted in flat white, professionally mounted on a custom made steel base. Electrified and ready to l...

Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern

$2,600

Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern

Located in Chireno, TX

Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an additional cost. Includes chain a...

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

Reggiani Floor Lamp Four Lights Chrome and Cast Iron, Italian, 1970

$5,115

Reggiani Floor Lamp Four Lights Chrome and Cast Iron, Italian, 1970

By Reggiani Lampadari

Located in Milano, IT

Reggiani floor lamp four lights chrome and cast iron, Italian, 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Other Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Steel, Other

Pair of Cast Iron and Glass Sconces, Art Deco Style, England, circa 1940

$7,000 / set

Pair of Cast Iron and Glass Sconces, Art Deco Style, England, circa 1940

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Pair of cast iron and glass sconces. Art Deco style, England, circa 1940.

Category

Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron & Glass Wall Lamp from Italy Murano

$2,614 / item

Cast Iron & Glass Wall Lamp from Italy Murano

Located in Mortsel, BE

Introducing a unique wall lamp originating from the Murano island, Italy. We currently have 2 pieces in stock. With their cast iron frame and Murano glass diffusers, they make for a ...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Ceiling Rose with Feather and Ivy Decoration

$1,759

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Ceiling Rose with Feather and Ivy Decoration

Located in High Peak, GB

K0421 Outstanding antique English Victorian cast iron ceiling rose with intricate feather and ivy leaf pierced decoration throughout. This antique ceiling rose has been stripped and ...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian French Country Farmhouse Cast Iron White 3/4 Bed Boho Chic

$1,850

Antique Victorian French Country Farmhouse Cast Iron White 3/4 Bed Boho Chic

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian French Country / farmhouse cast iron twin bed. Dimensions: 48"w x 79" x 59"h, interior 48" x 75"

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Industrial Black Enamel and Cast Iron Pendant Light, Poland, Circa 1930–1950

$966 / item

Industrial Black Enamel and Cast Iron Pendant Light, Poland, Circa 1930–1950

Located in Antwerp, BE

An authentic mid-20th-century industrial pendant light, originating from Poland. Crafted with a deep glossy black enameled steel shade, a white reflective interior, and a robust cast...

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Pair of Antique French Polychromed Wrought and Cast Iron Wall Sconces

$2,200 / set

Pair of Antique French Polychromed Wrought and Cast Iron Wall Sconces

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

A fabulous pair of French cast and wrought iron polychromed wall sconces. Each with an oval back with draped gilt and painted iron urns. Impressive scale. Circa 1900. Electrified and...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century French Cast Iron Bras De Lumière Sconces or Lantern Holders

$1,800 / set

Pair of 19th Century French Cast Iron Bras De Lumière Sconces or Lantern Holders

Located in Dallas, TX

Known as bras de lumière (“arm of light”), this pair of French cast iron sconces from the 1800’s features a magnificent rinceau of foliage with a central floret.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of blue Murano glass table lamp and silvered cast iron base, Italy, 1970's

$2,728Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of blue Murano glass table lamp and silvered cast iron base, Italy, 1970's

By Lorenzo Burchiellaro

Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR

In the style of the work of Lorenzo Burchiellaro, the base is a heavy cast iron silvered that has partially worn on most of the surface and create a nice contrast of the patina.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

French Iron and Tole Glass-Paneled Lantern

$3,800

French Iron and Tole Glass-Paneled Lantern

Located in Chireno, TX

French iron and tole glass-paneled lantern circa 1870-1899. Unwired. Note: Original/early finish on antique and vintage metal will include some, or all, of the following: patina, sc...

Category

Antique 1890s French French Provincial Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Iron, Tin

Pair of Ornate Reclaimed Cast Iron Wall Sconces Candelabra Gold Finish

$216Sale Price|64% Off

Pair of Ornate Reclaimed Cast Iron Wall Sconces Candelabra Gold Finish

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

Pair of Ornate Reclaimed Cast iron Wall Sconces Candelabra with Gold Finish. Each has three candle holders. The arms of the sconces have movement for suitable position. Natural pat...

Category

Early 20th Century British Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of Casella Bronze Adjustable Pharmacy Floor Lamps

$5,800 / set

Pair of Casella Bronze Adjustable Pharmacy Floor Lamps

By Casella Lighting

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Exquisite labeled pair of bronzed pharmacy task floor lamps made by Casella Lighting, California. The pair of lamps feature an elongated rare oversized "J" shade measuring 11 inches ...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Iron

Industrial Petrol Green Enamel Cast Iron Factory Pendant by Sammode, France

$539

Industrial Petrol Green Enamel Cast Iron Factory Pendant by Sammode, France

By Sammode

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French factory pendant by Sammode dark petrol green enamel white interior Green cast iron top Weight: 3.90 kg / 8.6 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Davide Moretto “Cappuccetto Rosso” Floor Lamp in Cast Iron with Red Shade, Italy

$3,410

Davide Moretto “Cappuccetto Rosso” Floor Lamp in Cast Iron with Red Shade, Italy

By Davide Moretto

Located in Vicenza, IT

A unique sculptural floor lamp by Italian artist Davide Moretto, crafted from a reclaimed 1950s industrial stand and transformed into a refined, contemporary lighting piece. “Cappuc...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Gebrüder Cosack Adjustable Green Brass and Cast Iron Table Lamp 1950s

$1,364

Midcentury Gebrüder Cosack Adjustable Green Brass and Cast Iron Table Lamp 1950s

By Gebrüder Cosack

Located in Roma, IT

Amazing midcentury adjustable green brass with aluminium shade and cast iron base. This marvelous table lamp was designed by Gebrüder Cosack during the 1950s. This table lamp is a...

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Metal, Aluminum

Grey Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Holophane Glass Oval Wall Sconces Lamps

$267 / item

Grey Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Holophane Glass Oval Wall Sconces Lamps

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Wall lamp scone, cast iron, Holophane glass clear. Also for use outdoors. Weight 5.50 kg / 12.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international s...

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Opaline glass chromed steel & cast iron Space Age lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970’

$670

Opaline glass chromed steel & cast iron Space Age lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970’

By Kaiser

Located in Delft, NL

Opaline glass chromed steel & cast iron Space Age lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970’s Dimensions: 27cm Diameter, 33cm Height Conditon: Good Period: 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Paul Kiss, Genet&Michon, Large Art Deco Chandelier, Cast Iron, Molded Glass 1925

$14,550

Paul Kiss, Genet&Michon, Large Art Deco Chandelier, Cast Iron, Molded Glass 1925

By Paul Kiss, Genet & Michon

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Beautiful Circular Art Deco chandelier, in Patinated Cast Iron attributed to Paul Kiss, and Pressed and Molded Glass by Genet & Michon.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

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

$449 / item

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 individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for ...

Category

20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel

Early Cast Metal Desk Lamp by Linolite

$1,050

Early Cast Metal Desk Lamp by Linolite

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1900s-1910s; Linolite Company of New York - New York City, NY Rare early electric desk lamp incorporating Alfred W. Beuttell's patented Linolite lighting system, patented Septemb...

Category

Early 20th Century American Mission Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Cast Iron

Cast Iron French Sconce Silver Color with Red Candles 20th Century

$306

Cast Iron French Sconce Silver Color with Red Candles 20th Century

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Sconce in Wrought Iron metal. IT IS French manufactured.Silvered color. Arts & Crafts Light Gothic.

Category

20th Century French Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century Cast Iron And Porcelain Pulley Pendant Lamp Light Fixture

$1,295 / item

Early 20th Century Cast Iron And Porcelain Pulley Pendant Lamp Light Fixture

Located in Fort Collins, CO

This is a beautiful, refinished pulley light fixture. The antique cast iron pulley, featuring deep embossed letters, gives the light the ability to extend the 21” length of twisted ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron, Brass

White Enamel and Cast Iron Industrial set of three Pendant Lights

$1,000 / set

White Enamel and Cast Iron Industrial set of three Pendant Lights

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1960 . We offer this White Enamel and Cast Iron Industrial set of three Pendant Lights.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel

1940s Japanese Iron Pagoda Candle Lantern, Hand-Crafted Japonisme

$875

1940s Japanese Iron Pagoda Candle Lantern, Hand-Crafted Japonisme

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Japanese iron pagoda garden candle lantern. Hand cast iron Japanese candle lantern with hearts on top. Can rest on table or hanged by loop Measures: Height to top of loop 13" top...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Belgian ERPE Industrial Iron Table Lamp, circa 1930s

$539

Belgian ERPE Industrial Iron Table Lamp, circa 1930s

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

Executed entirely in iron, with a distinctive adjustable shade and original ERPE maker’s badge. The lamp retains a beautiful authentic surface with natural aged patina, reflecting it...

Category

Vintage 1930s Table Lamps

Materials

Iron, Cast Iron

Mid-century Cast Iron Base and Glass Heavy Flush Mount Light, 1960s, Italy

$2,500 / item

Mid-century Cast Iron Base and Glass Heavy Flush Mount Light, 1960s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Cast Iron Base and Glass Heavy Flush Mount Light, 1960s, Italy Brutalist design 4 pieces available This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use wi...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Table lamp - Mother & Baby Elephant - Cast

$1,492

Table lamp - Mother & Baby Elephant - Cast

By RinDesign

Located in London, GB

Last in the current series, a table lamp of mother and baby elephant is hand crafted molded and cast . A whimsical functional sculptural table lamp of elephants strolling along with...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold Leaf, Iron

Empire Style French Iron Floor Lamp

$2,650

Empire Style French Iron Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Empire Style French Iron Floor Lamp with New Custom Parchment Shade

Category

Vintage 1930s American French Provincial Floor Lamps

Materials

Cast Iron

Fine Pair of 19th Century French Architectural Cast Iron Twin-Arm Wall Lights, c

$883

Fine Pair of 19th Century French Architectural Cast Iron Twin-Arm Wall Lights, c

Located in Lincoln, GB

Fine Pair of 19th Century French Architectural Cast Iron Twin-Arm Wall Lights, c.1880 This is an exceptionally handsome and rare pair of late 19th-century French architectural cast i...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Mid-century Cast Iron Base and Glass Heavy Flush Mount Light, 1960s, Italy

$1,818

Mid-century Cast Iron Base and Glass Heavy Flush Mount Light, 1960s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Cast Iron Base and Glass Heavy Flush Mount Light, 1960s, Italy This lamp works with 2x E27 light bulbs. Wired and suitable to use with 220V and 110V for all countries. ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Maison Jansen Style Vintage Modern Cast Palm Leaf Motif Lamp

$1,300

Maison Jansen Style Vintage Modern Cast Palm Leaf Motif Lamp

By Maison Jansen

Located in Astoria, NY

Maison Jansen Style Cast Iron and Sheet Metal Palm Leaf Motif Table Lamp, the urn with scroll form handles and milk glass shade. 31" H x 20" W x 17" D. Provenance: From a 21 East 8...

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Sheet Metal, Cast Iron

English Regency Period "Gothick" Bronze and Iron Lantern, circa 1810

$12,500

English Regency Period "Gothick" Bronze and Iron Lantern, circa 1810

Located in Kinderhook, NY

Large circa 1810 English Regency period "Gothick" bronze and iron lantern of hexagonal form having anthemion topped glazed cusped-arch panels joined by masks and foliate lions paw fe...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Lanterns

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Gray Cast Vintage Industrial Clear Reeded Glass Ceiling Spotlight

$596

Gray Cast Vintage Industrial Clear Reeded Glass Ceiling Spotlight

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Ship Spotlight Metal mirror inside Cast aluminium with clear striped glass. Foot size : 10 × 10 cm Weight: 8.10 kg / 17.9 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have be...

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Flush Mount

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Rare Arts & Crafts Pendant Lantern, Handcrafted Wrought Iron & Cathedral Glass

$2,779

Rare Arts & Crafts Pendant Lantern, Handcrafted Wrought Iron & Cathedral Glass

Located in Lisse, NL

To explore all our 1000+ listings, simply click the button labeled 'View All From Seller’. ** Arts & Crafts lantern, antique pendant light, European Arts & Crafts lighting, handcr...

Category

Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Gray Cast Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Flush Mounts by Industria Rotterdam

$305 / item

Gray Cast Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Flush Mounts by Industria Rotterdam

By Industria Rotterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Industria Rotterdam industrial cage light Gray cast iron with clear glass Weight: 2.40 kg / 5.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international st...

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Industrial Flush Mount

Materials

Iron

Circa 1930s Art Deco Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Cast Metal Base

$1,019

Circa 1930s Art Deco Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Cast Metal Base

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A characterful circa 1930s gooseneck desk lamp, featuring a substantial stepped rectangular cast-metal base with an integral pen or trinket recess and original-style toggle switch. ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Cast Iron

Handmade wrought iron Lattice Lantern in 24Ct Gold Leaf with Silk Organza shade

$1,630

Handmade wrought iron Lattice Lantern in 24Ct Gold Leaf with Silk Organza shade

By Officina Ciani

Located in London, GB

This stunning Lattice Lantern was made especially for Andrew Kornat Designs buy the renowned Italian lighting manufacturer Officina Ciani when Andrew and his company were there exclu...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Pair of American Wrought Iron & Brass Dome Shaped Hanging Lanterns, Circa 1820

$20,000 / set

Pair of American Wrought Iron & Brass Dome Shaped Hanging Lanterns, Circa 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American wrought iron and brass dome shaped hanging lanterns with decorative floral corner medallions, scroll work, and circular ring finials. Early 19th Century. Pair were o...

Category

Antique 1820s American American Empire Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

1920 beaux arts cast plaster theatre lights

$2,595 / item

1920 beaux arts cast plaster theatre lights

Located in Surrey, BC

A great set of three large cast plaster chandeliers salvaged from a theatre in Victoria , BC. Rewired and very easy set up…lights can be lengthened or shortened. Great old worn s...

Category

Vintage 1920s Canadian Beaux Arts Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Large Industrial Cast Aluminium Cage Pendant Light, 1970

$283 / item

Large Industrial Cast Aluminium Cage Pendant Light, 1970

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Large industrial factory hanging lamp made by Polam Wilkasy in Poland during the 1970s. It features a cast aluminium body, a clear glass cover and iron grid. The porcelain socket req...

Category

Vintage 1970s Polish Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Beautiful 1920's cas iron chandelier

$1,800

Beautiful 1920's cas iron chandelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful 1920's cast iron chandelier, the patina is so much nicer in person

Category

Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

White sculptural table lamp Hare & Ballerina, hand crafted and cast

$2,038

White sculptural table lamp Hare & Ballerina, hand crafted and cast

By RinDesign

Located in London, GB

White Table Lamp of Hare and Ballerina A gorgeous sculptural table lamp featuring a graceful ballerina alongside a hare posing by the tree in harmony. Each part is individually ha...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Chunky Iron Table Lamp of Simple Industrial Feel

$850

Chunky Iron Table Lamp of Simple Industrial Feel

Located in Houston, TX

This charming table lamp has been newly wired in the US. The base has been added. It is antique with original paint. It is simple and a bit primitive and not really industrial. The l...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Belgian Country Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Set of 3 Mid-Century Industrial Cast Iron and Glass Wall Lamps, 1950s

$1,227 / set

Set of 3 Mid-Century Industrial Cast Iron and Glass Wall Lamps, 1950s

Located in Palermo, IT

Set of 3 Mid-Century Industrial Cast Iron and Glass Wall Lamps, 1950s Found in an abandoned industrial warehouse. Good condition, signs of aging. E27 lamp.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

'Giraffe and Girl' sculptural table lamp, hand crafted and cast

$2,106

'Giraffe and Girl' sculptural table lamp, hand crafted and cast

By RinDesign

Located in London, GB

'The Girl and the Giraffe' sculptural table lamp, hand crafted, molded and cold cast . A whimsical sculpture lamp of a young girl and a giraffe, engaging in a conversation and capti...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold Leaf, Iron

White sculptural table lamp Girl & Giraffe - hand crafted and cast

$2,106

White sculptural table lamp Girl & Giraffe - hand crafted and cast

By RinDesign

Located in London, GB

White sculptural table lamp - Girl and Giraffe - hand crafted and cast. A beautifully handcrafted all white sculptural table lamp, featuring a young girl and a giraffe, captured in...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Large Industrial Cast Aluminium Cage Pendant Light , 1960s

$190

Large Industrial Cast Aluminium Cage Pendant Light , 1960s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Large industrial factory hanging lamp made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. It features a cast aluminium body, a partly clear glass and partly milk glass cover and an iron ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Austrian Midcentury Vice Versa Floor Lamp by Carl Auböck, Brass & Iron

$2,398

Austrian Midcentury Vice Versa Floor Lamp by Carl Auböck, Brass & Iron

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

This iconic Vice Versa floor lamp by Carl Auböck has been recently produced by Werkstätte Auböck in Vienna Austria . This elegant floor lamp features a cast iron base and brass stem ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Cast Iron

Brutalist Welded Chain Iron Table Lamp - France 1970's

$2,300

Brutalist Welded Chain Iron Table Lamp - France 1970's

Located in New York, NY

Brutalist cast iron table lamp made of welded chains links with a horseshoe shaped base.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Scandinavian Art Deco Floor Lamp in Wrought Iron with Pleated Shade, 1930s

$2,387

Scandinavian Art Deco Floor Lamp in Wrought Iron with Pleated Shade, 1930s

Located in Odense, DK

Elegant Scandinavian Art Deco floor lamp from the 1930s, handcrafted in wrought iron with graceful scrollwork details and an adjustable-height stem. The sculptural frame is paired wi...

Category

Vintage 1930s Scandinavian Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Cast Iron

Pair of American Wrought Iron and Spelter Finial Mounted Wall Lanterns, C. 1850

$15,000 / set

Pair of American Wrought Iron and Spelter Finial Mounted Wall Lanterns, C. 1850

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American wrought iron, paneled glass, and spelter finial decorative wall lanterns mounted on the original scrolled iron brackets. Originally gas and have been electrified wit...

Category

Antique 1850s American American Empire Lanterns

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron, Spelter

Danish Art Deco Floor Lamp in Brass, Wood and Iron by Lyfa, 1920s.

$738

Danish Art Deco Floor Lamp in Brass, Wood and Iron by Lyfa, 1920s.

By Lyfa

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Art Deco Floor Lamp in Brass, Wood and Iron by Lyfa, 1920s. Very beautiful and elegant Scandinavian floor lamp from the Art Deco period. Made in Denmark by Lyfa Copenhagen in...

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Cast Iron

Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern

$2,600

Tole, Glass and Iron Lantern

Located in Chireno, TX

Tole, glass and iron lantern dating to early 20th century, France. Not wired for electricity, but can be wired, or fitted for usage with gas, for an additional cost. Includes chain a...

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel, Iron

A Pair French Neoclassical Style Iron and Parcel-Gilt Torcheres - Outdoor Lamps

$15,880Sale Price / set|20% Off

A Pair French Neoclassical Style Iron and Parcel-Gilt Torcheres - Outdoor Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Large Pair of French 19th/20th Century Neoclassical Revival Style Ebonized Cast-Iron and Parcel-Gilt Torcheres (torchières - Lamp Posts). The park-like torcheres surmounted with la...

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Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Revival Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Zinc

Industrial Petrol Enamel Military Pendant Lamp with Cast Aluminium Top, 1960s

$203

Industrial Petrol Enamel Military Pendant Lamp with Cast Aluminium Top, 1960s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Industrial green ( petrol ) enamel pendant light made in Poland during the 1960s. White enamel inside the shade. Green cast aluminium top. The socket requires standard E27/ E26 light...

Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Enamel, Iron

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Questions About Cast Iron Lighting

What is the difference between iron and cast iron?
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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.
Who invented cast iron?
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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.
What are cast iron columns?
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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.
Are cast iron columns hollow?
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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.
Can I use cast iron as a planter?
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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.
What is a cast iron fireplace insert?
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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.
What are cast iron trivets used for?
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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.
When were cast iron doorstops made?
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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.
Is cast iron stronger than steel?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
How do I keep cast iron from rusting?
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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?
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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.
Do cast iron tables rust?
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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.
Do cast iron Firebacks work?
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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.
Does cast-iron furniture rust?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
Why is cast iron used for fireplaces?
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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.
Why is cast iron used for benches?
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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.
When were cast iron beds made?
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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.
How can you tell the difference between cast iron and wrought iron?
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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.
Do cast iron umbrella stands rust?
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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.
Does cast iron garden furniture last?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
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