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20th C. British Military Folding Steel Blade Machete/Sword by Joseph Westby & Co
20th C. British Military Folding Steel Blade Machete/Sword by Joseph Westby & Co

20th C. British Military Folding Steel Blade Machete/Sword by Joseph Westby & Co

Located in North Miami, FL

: Joseph Westby & Co. Material: steel, metal, iron, synthetic, bakelite Technique: hammered, plated, molded

Category

Vintage 1930s English Mid-Century Modern Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

Floor Lamp by Swisslamps International
Floor Lamp by Swisslamps International

Floor Lamp by Swisslamps International

Located in Brooklyn, NY

degree and rotating shade.Lamp is made of cast iron base with molded plastic cover supporting a stainless

Category

Late 20th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Large Industrial Wooden Factory Gear
Large Industrial Wooden Factory Gear

Large Industrial Wooden Factory Gear

Located in Dallas, TX

factory used to mold factory cast iron gears. Measures: 51" diameter x 25" thick.  

Category

Vintage 1930s English Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Pine

Antique Louis XVI Fireplace in White Carrara Marble, Lion's Paws, 1700, Italy
Antique Louis XVI Fireplace in White Carrara Marble, Lion's Paws, 1700, Italy

Antique Louis XVI Fireplace in White Carrara Marble, Lion's Paws, 1700, Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

original patina, excellent state of preservation, it is sold with its original black cast iron counter-mold

Category

Antique 18th Century European Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Carrara Marble

Round Amber Deep Gold Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy
Round Amber Deep Gold Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Round Amber Deep Gold Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Located in New York, NY

by hand in Murano. They are hand-casted in old iron molds and molded under high temperatures. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Single Round Green Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy
Single Round Green Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Single Round Green Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Located in New York, NY

are hand-casted in old iron molds and molded under high temperatures. The glass tops are in their

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Single Round Green Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy
Single Round Green Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Single Round Green Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Located in New York, NY

in Murano. They are hand casted in old iron molds and molded under high temperatures. The glass tops

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Round Amber Deep Gold Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy
Round Amber Deep Gold Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Round Amber Deep Gold Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Located in New York, NY

Murano. They are hand casted in old iron molds and molded under high temperatures. The glass tops are in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Round Cobalt Blue Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy
Round Cobalt Blue Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Round Cobalt Blue Murano Glass and Brass Martini or Side Table, Italy

Located in New York, NY

in Murano. They are hand-casted in old iron molds and molded under high temperatures. The glass tops

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

6.5 ft Knoll Saarinen Oval Tulip Dining Table with Carrara Marble Top
6.5 ft Knoll Saarinen Oval Tulip Dining Table with Carrara Marble Top

6.5 ft Knoll Saarinen Oval Tulip Dining Table with Carrara Marble Top

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Pasadena, TX

Dining Table with Carrara Marble Top Base in heavy molded cast iron powder coated in black with a

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel

19th Century Griswold Large Iron Rabbit Chocolate Mold
19th Century Griswold Large Iron Rabbit Chocolate Mold

19th Century Griswold Large Iron Rabbit Chocolate Mold

By Griswold Manufacturing 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This signed iron rabbit is marked: GRISWOLD MFT. COMPANY, ERIE, PENNSYLVANIA. The last quarter of

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Country Primitives

Materials

Iron

French Cast Iron Lion Head Water Feature
French Cast Iron Lion Head Water Feature

French Cast Iron Lion Head Water Feature

Located in Hastings, GB

Dating to the latter 19th century this cast iron French wall mounted water feature is wonderfully

Category

Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Spiral Staircase in Cast Iron and Wrought Iron
Art Nouveau Spiral Staircase in Cast Iron and Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Spiral Staircase in Cast Iron and Wrought Iron

Located in BARSAC, FR

made of molded cast iron, the balusters are in wrought iron. Beautiful molded walnut handrail

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Stairs

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Set of Three Spanish 1930s Cast Iron Kitchen Pots or Cauldrons
Set of Three Spanish 1930s Cast Iron Kitchen Pots or Cauldrons

Set of Three Spanish 1930s Cast Iron Kitchen Pots or Cauldrons

Located in Barcelona, ES

molded/cast iron, originally used for cooking. Beautiful to be displayed in a kitchen or near a ground

Category

Vintage 1920s Spanish Rustic Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Stunning Pair of Egyptian Revival Bronze Wall Sconces with Alabaster Shades
Stunning Pair of Egyptian Revival Bronze Wall Sconces with Alabaster Shades

Stunning Pair of Egyptian Revival Bronze Wall Sconces with Alabaster Shades

Located in Lisse, NL

have to be made into (often cast iron) molds which then would be filled with boiling, liquid bronze

Category

Early 20th Century French Egyptian Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

Rare and large cast-iron bench from the Calla factory in Paris, circa 1850
Rare and large cast-iron bench from the Calla factory in Paris, circa 1850

Rare and large cast-iron bench from the Calla factory in Paris, circa 1850

By CALLA (Christophe François)

Located in Paris, FR

Rare and large bench in cast iron with a nice old patina. This bench was made by the Calla company

Category

Antique 1850s French Gothic Revival Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Set of Mid-Century Doll Head Molds
Set of Mid-Century Doll Head Molds

Set of Mid-Century Doll Head Molds

Located in Winnetka, IL

Set of eight mid-20th century cast iron doll head molds. Industrial molds that retain some of the

Category

Vintage 1950s American Industrial More Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Pair of Tall Cast Stone Fluted Pedestals Columns
Pair of Tall Cast Stone Fluted Pedestals Columns

Pair of Tall Cast Stone Fluted Pedestals Columns

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Pair of fabulous and heavy fluted pedestals, 53.5 inches tall. A very dramatic style, Greco-Roman, almost 14 inches in diameter at the base and top. Great for a large planter or simp...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Greco Roman Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

Neoclassical Iron and Stone Patio Garden Table
Neoclassical Iron and Stone Patio Garden Table

Neoclassical Iron and Stone Patio Garden Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Extraordinary iron and stone patio garden table made in the neoclassical taste. Features a thick

Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Dining Room Tables

Materials

Stone, Iron

1920s Former Palacio Sudamérica's Art Déco Wrought Iron Large Railing, Uruguay
1920s Former Palacio Sudamérica's Art Déco Wrought Iron Large Railing, Uruguay

1920s Former Palacio Sudamérica's Art Déco Wrought Iron Large Railing, Uruguay

By Raymond Subes

Located in North Miami, FL

, wood, paint Technique: cast, molded, metalwork, forged, hammered, gilt, painted, hand-painted, hand

Category

Vintage 1920s Uruguayan Art Deco Architectural Elements

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of 20th Century Jean Michel-Frank Design Iron Guéridons Tables by Comte
Pair of 20th Century Jean Michel-Frank Design Iron Guéridons Tables by Comte

Pair of 20th Century Jean Michel-Frank Design Iron Guéridons Tables by Comte

By Jean-Michel Frank, Comte S.A.

Located in North Miami, FL

Technique: cast, molded, hammered, painted, hand-painted, forged, metalwork Dimensions: 15 in x 27 in Date

Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Gueridon

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal, Wrought Iron, Iron

Pair of Mid-20th Century Iron Guéridons Tables by Jean Michel-Frank for Comte
Pair of Mid-20th Century Iron Guéridons Tables by Jean Michel-Frank for Comte

Pair of Mid-20th Century Iron Guéridons Tables by Jean Michel-Frank for Comte

By Comte S.A., Jean-Michel Frank

Located in North Miami, FL

Technique: cast, molded, hammered, painted, hand-painted, forged, metalwork Dimensions: 15 in x 27 in Date

Category

Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Gueridon

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Sheet Metal

19th c. Copper and Iron Running Horse Weathervane
19th c. Copper and Iron Running Horse Weathervane

19th c. Copper and Iron Running Horse Weathervane

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dexter Horse hand-constructed with a cast-iron head, molded ears, eyes and mouth. Rich character is

Category

Antique 19th Century American Weathervanes

Materials

Iron, Copper

Antique Industrial Foundry Patterns for Molds Handmade Wood Set of Six, Group 6
Antique Industrial Foundry Patterns for Molds Handmade Wood Set of Six, Group 6

Antique Industrial Foundry Patterns for Molds Handmade Wood Set of Six, Group 6

Located in Topeka, KS

the sand cast molds for casting iron sewage grates and other miscellaneous items. These are in

Category

Antique Late 19th Century North American Industrial Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Small Pig Copper Weathervane, circa 1890s
Small Pig Copper Weathervane, circa 1890s

Small Pig Copper Weathervane, circa 1890s

Located in Incline Village, NV

Diminutive size copper weathervane with diamond shaped pierced cast iron arrow Directional

Category

Antique 1890s American Folk Art Weathervanes

Materials

Copper, Iron

Vintage Wolf Industrial Model 1979 Dress Form Mannequin Adjustable Rolling Stand
Vintage Wolf Industrial Model 1979 Dress Form Mannequin Adjustable Rolling Stand

Vintage Wolf Industrial Model 1979 Dress Form Mannequin Adjustable Rolling Stand

By Wolf Model Form Inc.

Located in Forney, TX

wood, metal, cast iron, and the well worn cotton cloth covering, with hand stitched detail and lace

Category

20th Century American Industrial Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal, Iron

Luxury Model #10 Coffee Grinder by Enterprise Company, American, circa 1876
Luxury Model #10 Coffee Grinder by Enterprise Company, American, circa 1876

Luxury Model #10 Coffee Grinder by Enterprise Company, American, circa 1876

By Enterprise Manufacturing Company

Located in Incline Village, NV

cast iron and very heavy, thus, the stenciling takes on a floral motif designed to soften the hard look

Category

Antique 1870s American Folk Art Primitives

Materials

Brass, Iron

Green Shade Banker's Lamp by Amronlite, ca. 1915, All Original
Green Shade Banker's Lamp by Amronlite, ca. 1915, All Original

Green Shade Banker's Lamp by Amronlite, ca. 1915, All Original

By Amronlite

Located in Petaluma, CA

example has one adjustment for the angle of the shade and also has that nice molded design on the base. It

Category

Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Emeralite Green Shade Banker's Lamp, ca. 1917
Emeralite Green Shade Banker's Lamp, ca. 1917

Emeralite Green Shade Banker's Lamp, ca. 1917

By Emeralite

Located in Petaluma, CA

back of the shade as well as on the underside of the lamp on the iron base, which does also give the

Category

Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Green Shaded Banker's Lamp, signed Emeralite, ca. 1915
Antique Green Shaded Banker's Lamp, signed Emeralite, ca. 1915

Antique Green Shaded Banker's Lamp, signed Emeralite, ca. 1915

By Emeralite

Located in Petaluma, CA

glass so that the lightbulb is hardly visible. It has an iron weight on the underside for extra

Category

Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of 1950s Lamps from the Historic Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach
Pair of 1950s Lamps from the Historic Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach

Pair of 1950s Lamps from the Historic Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach

By Morris Lapidus

Located in Miami Beach, FL

The Famous Fontainbleau Hotel , built on the Atlantic Ocean on Miami Beach on the land that once was the Firestone ( of Firestone Tires ) opened in 1954, at the height of 50s Moderni...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

19th Century Chinese Jian Sword with a Double-Edged Metal Blade and Scabbard
19th Century Chinese Jian Sword with a Double-Edged Metal Blade and Scabbard

19th Century Chinese Jian Sword with a Double-Edged Metal Blade and Scabbard

Located in North Miami, FL

: unknown Material: iron, metal, paint, brass, copper, wood, animal skin, zinc Technique: forged, hammered

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Metal, Copper, Iron, Brass, Zinc

Chicago Mills Novelty Co. Art Deco Penny Floor Drugstore Scale with Health Chart
Chicago Mills Novelty Co. Art Deco Penny Floor Drugstore Scale with Health Chart

Chicago Mills Novelty Co. Art Deco Penny Floor Drugstore Scale with Health Chart

By Mills Novelty Company

Located in Buffalo, NY

stepped skyscraper design, cream enamel decorative molded cast iron. In perfect working order, hand

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal, Iron

2003 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Side Table in Calacatta Gold Marble 20"
2003 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Side Table in Calacatta Gold Marble 20"

2003 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Side Table in Calacatta Gold Marble 20"

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

cast iron and the tabletop is Calacatta Gold marble. The table measures 20 inches in diameter and is

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Decorative Antique MODEL CARS, Collectible Cream Car Tonka/Burgao, Italy.
Decorative Antique MODEL CARS, Collectible Cream Car Tonka/Burgao, Italy.

Decorative Antique MODEL CARS, Collectible Cream Car Tonka/Burgao, Italy.

Located in Wembley, GB

Arising from the collaboration of the automobile brands, this exclusive antique model car is a 1:10 scale model that took over 4,000 hours to develop, drawing information on finishes...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, Iron, Nick...

1930s Gooseneck Desk Lamp
1930s Gooseneck Desk Lamp

1930s Gooseneck Desk Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

with a gooseneck arm molded cast iron base and a brass shade. We rewired the lamp with an antique style

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Deco 1930s Gooseneck Desk Lamp
Deco 1930s Gooseneck Desk Lamp

Deco 1930s Gooseneck Desk Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

with a gooseneck arm, deco style molded cast iron base and a brass shade. We rewired the lamp with an

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Knoll Saarinen Oval Tulip Table with Ebonized Walnut Top
Knoll Saarinen Oval Tulip Table with Ebonized Walnut Top

Knoll Saarinen Oval Tulip Table with Ebonized Walnut Top

By Eero Saarinen

Located in Pasadena, TX

Modern Knoll Saarinen oval tulip table with 8ft ebonized walnut top Base in heavy molded cast

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Mid-Century Modern Dining R...

Materials

Steel

Figural  Contortionist  Humidor  A Smoking Curiosity
Figural  Contortionist  Humidor  A Smoking Curiosity

Figural Contortionist Humidor A Smoking Curiosity

Located in Chicago, IL

This is a cast iron molded figural humidor of a man smoking a pipe while in a contortionists pose

Category

Early 20th Century American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fork Mold
Cast Iron Fork Mold

Cast Iron Fork Mold

Located in Round Top, TX

Polished cast iron fork mold. Fun as bookends or decorative objects. Multiple available.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Spoon Mold
Cast Iron Spoon Mold

Cast Iron Spoon Mold

Located in Round Top, TX

Polished cast iron spoon mold. Fun as bookends or decorative objects. Multiple available.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Gentleman's Hat Mold
Cast Iron Gentleman's Hat Mold

Cast Iron Gentleman's Hat Mold

Located in Seattle, WA

Cast iron hat mold with a French maker's mark, polished out to a high sheen. Signed 'l. Garnot

Category

Early 20th Century French Sculptures

Wood Sand Cast mold

Wood Sand Cast mold

Located in San Francisco, CA

A large carved and painted wooden mold used to make steel gears on a custom iron stand.

Category

Early 20th Century American Sculptures

Materials

Iron

PAIR OF CAST IRON JARDINIERE
PAIR OF CAST IRON JARDINIERE

PAIR OF CAST IRON JARDINIERE

Located in Mt. Kisco, NY

MOLDED CAST IRON WITH WREATH DESIGN, ON FOLIATE FORM SUPPORTS

Category

Antique 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres

Large Cast Iron "The Halberdier"

Large Cast Iron "The Halberdier"

By Edouard Houssin

Located in Mondorf les Bains, LU

Patinated cast iron, resting on a circular molded base. Bearing a signature and a date on the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Statues

Cast Iron Sheaves of Wheat
Cast Iron Sheaves of Wheat

Cast Iron Sheaves of Wheat

Located in Hudson, NY

A pair of molded cast iron sheaves of wheat, with great old patina. great wall decoration

Category

Antique 19th Century American Wall-mounted Sculptures

Gorgeous and Rare English Blue Enameled Iron Lamb Cake Mold
Gorgeous and Rare English Blue Enameled Iron Lamb Cake Mold

Gorgeous and Rare English Blue Enameled Iron Lamb Cake Mold

Located in Essex, MA

A rare vivid sky blue cast iron enameled Paschal lamb cake mold, English, circa 1870s-1880s, in 2

Category

Antique 19th Century English Animal Sculptures

Mid Century Eero Saarinen Swivel Tulip Chairs and Early Cast Iron Dining Table
Mid Century Eero Saarinen Swivel Tulip Chairs and Early Cast Iron Dining Table

Mid Century Eero Saarinen Swivel Tulip Chairs and Early Cast Iron Dining Table

By Knoll, Eero Saarinen

Located in KINGSFORD, NSW

. The table base is the early original cast iron model and features the molded model number to the base

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Carrara Marble, Aluminum, Iron

Flapper's Hat Mold
Flapper's Hat Mold

Flapper's Hat Mold

Located in Seattle, WA

Cast iron hat mold in a beautiful, classic shape, the cloche. Made popular in the Roaring Twenties

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sculptures

Pascal Smelik, The Upside Down, Custom Candelabra, Collectible Design
Pascal Smelik, The Upside Down, Custom Candelabra, Collectible Design

Pascal Smelik, The Upside Down, Custom Candelabra, Collectible Design

By Pascal Smelik

Located in Zeist, UT

creation is taken from the water and is casted in a well-considered choice of material in collaboration

Category

2010s Dutch Organic Modern Candelabras

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze, ...

Matching Semi Flush Leaf and Vine Fixtures
Matching Semi Flush Leaf and Vine Fixtures

Matching Semi Flush Leaf and Vine Fixtures

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Condition: Age consistent/just lovely Material: Iron, cast, spun metal and molded white glass

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Flush Mount

Materials

Iron

Rare "tulip" Table By Eero Saarinen
Rare "tulip" Table By Eero Saarinen

Rare "tulip" Table By Eero Saarinen

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Houston, TX

small molded cast iron base with white laminate top with original sticker and production date

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Cast Iron Spoon Mold
Cast Iron Spoon Mold

Cast Iron Spoon Mold

Located in Round Top, TX

Polished cast iron spoon mold. Fun as bookends or decorative objects. Multiple available.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fork Mold
Cast Iron Fork Mold

Cast Iron Fork Mold

Located in Round Top, TX

Polished cast iron fork mold. Fun as bookends or decorative objects. Multiple available.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Bicycle Seat Mold
Cast Iron Bicycle Seat Mold

Cast Iron Bicycle Seat Mold

Located in Round Top, TX

A very rare American cast iron bicycle seat mold from the early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Mold For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cast iron mold you’re looking for. Frequently made of iron, metal and brass, every cast iron mold was constructed with great care. There are 25 variations of the antique or vintage cast iron mold you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect cast iron mold — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A cast iron mold is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Industrial, Art Deco and Folk Art styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one cast iron mold that is appealing in its simplicity, but Enterprise Manufacturing Company, Griswold Manufacturing and O.C. White produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Cast Iron Mold?

A cast iron mold can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,222, while the lowest priced sells for $300 and the highest can go for as much as $15,844.
Questions About Cast Iron Mold
  • 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.