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Vintage Cast Iron Owl Mechanical Coin Bank - Book of Knowledge Collection
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cast Iron Owl Mechanical Coin Bank - Book of Knowledge Collection. Circa Late 20th Century
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games

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Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Owl Mechanical Coin Bank - Book of Knowledge Collection
Vintage Cast Iron Owl Mechanical Coin Bank - Book of Knowledge Collection

Vintage Cast Iron Owl Mechanical Coin Bank - Book of Knowledge Collection

$95
H 7.25 in W 4 in D 3 in
Cast Iron Owl Garden Lantern, Japan, Mid 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A delightful, whimsical and rare cast iron Japanese garden lantern in the shape of an owl, made in
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Garden Ornaments

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Iron

Cast Iron Owl Garden Lantern, Japan, Mid 20th Century
Cast Iron Owl Garden Lantern, Japan, Mid 20th Century

Cast Iron Owl Garden Lantern, Japan, Mid 20th Century

$1,307
H 9.18 in W 5.12 in D 4.34 in
Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Orig. Glass Eyes, Boston, C. 1890
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with the original glass colored eyes perched on scrolled
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Antique 1890s American American Empire Andirons

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Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Orig. Glass Eyes, Boston, C. 1890
Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Orig. Glass Eyes, Boston, C. 1890

Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Orig. Glass Eyes, Boston, C. 1890

$5,800 / set
H 15 in W 9.25 in D 16 in
19thC Cast Iron Mechanical Owl Bank with a Turning Head and Glass Eyes, 1880
By Shepard Hardware Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous cast iron Owl bank with a turning head coin lever and glass eyes. Lot of the original
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Antique 1880s American American Classical Toys

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Iron

19thC Cast Iron Mechanical Owl Bank with a Turning Head and Glass Eyes, 1880
19thC Cast Iron Mechanical Owl Bank with a Turning Head and Glass Eyes, 1880

19thC Cast Iron Mechanical Owl Bank with a Turning Head and Glass Eyes, 1880

$1,295
H 7.5 in W 3.75 in D 3 in
Pair of Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons Showing an Owl
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of very unusual and decorative andirons showing an owl is made of cast iron and wrought
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron, Wrought Iron

Pair of Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons Showing an Owl
Pair of Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons Showing an Owl

Pair of Cast Iron and Wrought Iron Andirons Showing an Owl

$2,564 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 13.19 in W 7.09 in D 13.98 in
Owl Cast Iron Andirons, circa 1970, France.
By Edouard Schenck
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice owl andirons, circa 1970, France. Fine and detailed metal work. Cast and wrought iron
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Iron

Owl Cast Iron Andirons, circa 1970, France.
Owl Cast Iron Andirons, circa 1970, France.

Owl Cast Iron Andirons, circa 1970, France.

$2,240 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 13.39 in W 11.03 in D 15.75 in
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl Signed by Lucas For Stern
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice modernist fireback showing an owl is made of cast iron. This is a French work Signed
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl Signed by Lucas For Stern
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl Signed by Lucas For Stern

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl Signed by Lucas For Stern

$3,899
H 22.64 in W 25.99 in D 1.38 in
Early 20th Century Iron Fire Tool Set with Cast Brass Owl Form Handles
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cast iron and brass fireplace tools (ca. late 19th/early 20th Century, USA) . Features a stand, log
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Antique Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Fireplace Tools a...

Materials

Brass, Iron

Early 20th Century Iron Fire Tool Set with Cast Brass Owl Form Handles
Early 20th Century Iron Fire Tool Set with Cast Brass Owl Form Handles

Early 20th Century Iron Fire Tool Set with Cast Brass Owl Form Handles

$1,800
H 27 in W 9.5 in D 7 in
Set of 4 Salvaged Antique Ornately Cast Iron Claw Tub Feet with Owl Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This set of four antique cast iron claw tub feet are unsigned, but presumed to have been made in
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Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Set of 4 Salvaged Antique Ornately Cast Iron Claw Tub Feet with Owl Decoration
Set of 4 Salvaged Antique Ornately Cast Iron Claw Tub Feet with Owl Decoration

Set of 4 Salvaged Antique Ornately Cast Iron Claw Tub Feet with Owl Decoration

$995 / set
H 8.5 in W 6.25 in D 3.75 in
Pair of American Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Orig. Eyes, Boston, C. 1890
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron perched owl andirons with original glass eyes and rear dog legs. Boston
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Antique 1890s American American Empire Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Orig. Eyes, Boston, C. 1890
Pair of American Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Orig. Eyes, Boston, C. 1890

Pair of American Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Orig. Eyes, Boston, C. 1890

$5,800 / set
H 15.5 in W 9.5 in D 14 in
1960s Japan Iron Owl Bird Dish Ashtray with Hypnotic Brass Eyes Mid-Century Mod
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Uncommon cast mixed metal Japanese import souvenir. Over 4 inches long, and about 3/4 of a pound
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Vintage 1960s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

1960s Japan Iron Owl Bird Dish Ashtray with Hypnotic Brass Eyes Mid-Century Mod
1960s Japan Iron Owl Bird Dish Ashtray with Hypnotic Brass Eyes Mid-Century Mod

1960s Japan Iron Owl Bird Dish Ashtray with Hypnotic Brass Eyes Mid-Century Mod

$388 Sale Price
20% Off
H 0.63 in W 3.5 in D 4.25 in
Arts & Crafts Figural Owl Andirons C1920 by Howe Boston
By Howe
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of early 20th century cast figural Owl Andirons by Howe manufacturing of Boston Mass
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Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

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

Arts & Crafts Figural Owl Andirons C1920 by Howe Boston

$1,450
H 15 in W 9 in D 17 in

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Cast Iron Owl, Late 19th Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An architectural element, this fierce cast iron owl was used as a deterrent on a building to ward
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Cast Iron Owl, Late 19th Century
Cast Iron Owl, Late 19th Century

Cast Iron Owl, Late 19th Century

H 10 in W 18 in D 4.25 in
Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, circa 1890, New Hampshire
By Howes Company 1
Located in Billerica, MA
Cast iron owl form andirons with glass eyes through which the fire glows, late 19th century, (1890
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Antique Late 19th Century American Empire Andirons

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Iron

Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, circa 1890, New Hampshire
Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, circa 1890, New Hampshire

Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, circa 1890, New Hampshire

H 15 in W 9 in D 16 in
Pair of Owl Cast Andirons
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Whimsical pair of vintage solid cast iron andirons with owl motif.
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20th Century Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Owl Cast Andirons
Pair of Owl Cast Andirons

Pair of Owl Cast Andirons

H 14 in W 8.5 in D 1 in
Bradley & Hubbard Owl Doorstop, circa 1900
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bradley & Hubbard best in kind cast iron large-scale owl doorstop showing great detail to the
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Antique Early 1900s Folk Art More Folk Art

Bradley & Hubbard Owl Doorstop, circa 1900
Bradley & Hubbard Owl Doorstop, circa 1900

Bradley & Hubbard Owl Doorstop, circa 1900

H 15.5 in W 4.5 in D 3.25 in
Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Arts and Craft Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Original Glass Eyes.
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Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

H 15 in W 9 in D 16 in
Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Located in Water Mill, NY
Pair of Amerian Early 20th century Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes-Hampton Location
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Early 20th Century American Andirons

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

H 14.5 in D 7 in
Pair of Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons, circa 1900
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of antique American cast iron owl andirons, circa 1900.
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Antique Early 1900s Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Pair of Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons, circa 1900
Pair of Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons, circa 1900

Pair of Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons, circa 1900

H 15.25 in W 9.5 in L 15.25 in
Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons. Boston, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with original glass eyes perched on tree limb motif
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20th Century American Andirons

Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons. Boston, Circa 1900
Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons. Boston, Circa 1900

Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons. Boston, Circa 1900

H 15.5 in W 9.75 in D 18 in
Pair of Mid 19th Century English Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons
Located in Middleburg, VA
Pair of mid 19th century Arts & Crafts cast iron owl andirons. Each molded as owls on bracket
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Arts and Crafts Andirons

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Iron

Pair of Mid 19th Century English Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons
Pair of Mid 19th Century English Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons

Pair of Mid 19th Century English Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons

H 15.5 in W 9.5 in D 16 in
Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Original Paint
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nice pair of owl iron andirons with original paint. Well made and heavy! Shows just the right
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Vintage 1920s American American Craftsman Andirons

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Iron

Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Original Paint
Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Original Paint

Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Original Paint

H 15 in W 9 in D 16 in
A Cast Iron 'OWL' Garden Bench in the Style of Dr C Dresser by Falkirk Ironworks
By Falkirk
Located in London, GB
Cast iron 'OWL' garden bench in the style of Christopher Dresser by Falkirk ironwork's, with
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Antique 1870s European Aesthetic Movement Patio and Garden Furniture

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Iron

A Cast Iron 'OWL' Garden Bench in the Style of Dr C Dresser by Falkirk Ironworks
A Cast Iron 'OWL' Garden Bench in the Style of Dr C Dresser by Falkirk Ironworks

A Cast Iron 'OWL' Garden Bench in the Style of Dr C Dresser by Falkirk Ironworks

H 35 in W 72 in D 28 in
American Early 20th Century Bronzed Cast Iron Owl Andirons
Located in Hudson, NY
These fun and decorative andirons were made in America, circa 1915-1920. Made from iron that was
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Andirons

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Iron

American Early 20th Century Bronzed Cast Iron Owl Andirons
American Early 20th Century Bronzed Cast Iron Owl Andirons

American Early 20th Century Bronzed Cast Iron Owl Andirons

H 21 in W 10.5 in D 20 in
1930's Cast Iron Owl Form Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes
Located in Astoria, NY
Owl andirons from the 1930's. Complete with amber glass eyes, each owl figure is perched on a
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20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

1930's Cast Iron Owl Form Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes
1930's Cast Iron Owl Form Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes

1930's Cast Iron Owl Form Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes

H 13.5 in W 9 in D 20.75 in
Japanese Iron Owl Incense Burner
Located in Denton, TX
Rustic Cast iron owl with spotty gilt and bronze patina, also included the incense anchor to hold
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Iron

Japanese Iron Owl Incense Burner
Japanese Iron Owl Incense Burner

Japanese Iron Owl Incense Burner

H 5 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Pair of American Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons, Boston, Circa 1900
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with the original glass eyes perched on tree limb motif
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons, Boston, Circa 1900
Pair of American Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons, Boston, Circa 1900

Pair of American Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons, Boston, Circa 1900

H 14.75 in W 9.5 in D 16.5 in
Pair of Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Original Glass Eyes, Boston, C. 1890
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with the original glass eyes perched on tree limbs and
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Antique 1890s American American Empire Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Original Glass Eyes, Boston, C. 1890
Pair of Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Original Glass Eyes, Boston, C. 1890

Pair of Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Original Glass Eyes, Boston, C. 1890

H 15 in W 9 in D 17 in
Pair of American Owl Andirons
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with original glass eyes perched on tree limb motif. Boston
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Antique 19th Century American Andirons

Pair of American Owl Andirons
Pair of American Owl Andirons

Pair of American Owl Andirons

H 14.75 in W 9 in D 18 in
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This modernist fireback showing an owl is mad of cast iron. This is a very nice and decorative
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl

H 22.84 in W 25.6 in D 1.38 in
Mid-Century Owl Cast Iron Andirons, circa 1970, France.
By Edouard Schenck
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice owl andirons, circa 1960, France. Fine and detailed metal work. Cast and wrought iron
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Andirons

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Owl Cast Iron Andirons, circa 1970, France.
Mid-Century Owl Cast Iron Andirons, circa 1970, France.

Mid-Century Owl Cast Iron Andirons, circa 1970, France.

H 13 in W 11.42 in D 16.15 in
Antique 19th C Large Cast Iron Glass Eyes Owl Andirons Fireplace, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th C Large 21" cast iron glass eyes owl fireplace andirons - a Pair. Item features glass
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20th Century North American Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Antique 19th C Large Cast Iron Glass Eyes Owl Andirons Fireplace, a Pair
Antique 19th C Large Cast Iron Glass Eyes Owl Andirons Fireplace, a Pair

Antique 19th C Large Cast Iron Glass Eyes Owl Andirons Fireplace, a Pair

H 21.5 in W 11 in D 22 in
French Art Deco Cast Iron Sculptural Owl Fireplace Andirons, 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
These unusual sculptural owl fire dogs were designed and manufactured in France during the Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Iron

French Art Deco Cast Iron Sculptural Owl Fireplace Andirons, 1930s
French Art Deco Cast Iron Sculptural Owl Fireplace Andirons, 1930s

French Art Deco Cast Iron Sculptural Owl Fireplace Andirons, 1930s

H 13 in W 7.09 in D 13.78 in
Pair of English Owl Form Cast Andirons
Located in Bellport, NY
An imposing pair of cast iron tall andirons. Owls perched on a branch,and appearing to be staring
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Early 20th Century British Aesthetic Movement Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of English Owl Form Cast Andirons
Pair of English Owl Form Cast Andirons

Pair of English Owl Form Cast Andirons

H 21.5 in W 11 in D 14 in
Japanese Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Rare Bird
Located in South Burlington, VT
Hard to find wall lantern with oconic owl motif From our recent Japanese acquisitions in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Iron

Japanese Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Rare Bird
Japanese Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Rare Bird

Japanese Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Rare Bird

H 8 in Dm 5 in
Japanese Antique Hand Cast Pair "Owl" Wall Lanterns, Rare Birds
Located in South Burlington, VT
attractive and sturdy antique pair wall lanterns with an "Owl" motif. Found from a Japanese American tea
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Hand Cast Pair "Owl" Wall Lanterns, Rare Birds
Japanese Antique Hand Cast Pair "Owl" Wall Lanterns, Rare Birds

Japanese Antique Hand Cast Pair "Owl" Wall Lanterns, Rare Birds

H 8 in Dm 4.5 in
Japanese Antique Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Hard to Find Design
Located in South Burlington, VT
attractive and sturdy antique wall lantern with an "Owl" motif. Found from a Japanese American tea garden
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Hard to Find Design
Japanese Antique Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Hard to Find Design

Japanese Antique Hand Cast "Owl" Wall Lantern, Hard to Find Design

H 8 in Dm 4.5 in
Japanese Old Pair Nesting Owl Garden Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
) of old "nesting owl" motif iron tea lanterns are a good find and authentic old works of art. It is
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Pair Nesting Owl Garden Lighting Lanterns
Japanese Old Pair Nesting Owl Garden Lighting Lanterns

Japanese Old Pair Nesting Owl Garden Lighting Lanterns

H 5 in W 6 in D 3.5 in
Art Deco fireback by Lucas, decorated with an owl
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Fireback decorated with an owl with outstretched wings signed Lucas and made by the Stern Art
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20th Century French Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Art Deco fireback by Lucas, decorated with an owl
Art Deco fireback by Lucas, decorated with an owl

Art Deco fireback by Lucas, decorated with an owl

H 22.84 in W 26.38 in D 1.19 in
Japanese Genuine Signed Pair Old Owl Lighting Lanterns, Hard to Find
Located in South Burlington, VT
Genuine signed Japan owl lanterns Hard to find pair (2) of Japanese owl lighting lanterns
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japanese Genuine Signed Pair Old Owl Lighting Lanterns, Hard to Find
Japanese Genuine Signed Pair Old Owl Lighting Lanterns, Hard to Find

Japanese Genuine Signed Pair Old Owl Lighting Lanterns, Hard to Find

H 12 in Dm 6 in
Antique German Figural Owl Desk Bell Original Glass Eyes D.R.G.M.
Located in Toledo, OH
Rare German figural owl desk bell with original glass eyes. Marked on the bottom D.R.G.M. #192197
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Antique Early 1900s German Victorian More Desk Accessories

Materials

Iron

Antique German Figural Owl Desk Bell Original Glass Eyes D.R.G.M.
Antique German Figural Owl Desk Bell Original Glass Eyes D.R.G.M.

Antique German Figural Owl Desk Bell Original Glass Eyes D.R.G.M.

H 2.75 in Dm 4.75 in
Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Owl Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of vintage cast iron owl bookends circa 1970s. The bookends are solid with with a great
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Brutalist Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Owl Bookends
Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Owl Bookends

Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Owl Bookends

H 6.75 in W 3 in D 4.25 in
19th Century Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Located in Richmond, VA
Pair of 19th century American made cast iron owl andirons with original glass eyes.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
19th Century Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

19th Century Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

H 15 in W 9 in D 17 in
Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons, Circa 1900
Located in Rochester, NY
Antique American cast iron owl andirons. Owls w/ original glass eyes. Signed on inside back of owls
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Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons, Circa 1900
Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons, Circa 1900

Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons, Circa 1900

H 15 in W 9.25 in D 14.75 in
1930s Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of andirons (circa 1930s) is composed of cast iron owls on arched branch uprights fitted
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Iron

1930s Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
1930s Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

1930s Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

H 8.75 in W 14.1 in D 16.5 in
Pair of Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons with Glass Eyes
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes, Early 20th Century, American Pair of
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons with Glass Eyes
Pair of Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons with Glass Eyes

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons with Glass Eyes

H 13.2 in W 8.1 in D 17.25 in
Vintage Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of andirons (circa 1930s, USA) composed of cast iron owls on arched branch uprights fitted to
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Vintage 1930s American American Colonial Andirons

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Vintage Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

Vintage Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

H 14.75 in W 9.5 in D 21.25 in
Pair of Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of cast iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes. C1910 arts & crafts period in excellent
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Vintage 1910s American Adirondack Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Pair of Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

Pair of Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

H 14.5 in W 9 in D 17 in
Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Arts and Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons with glass eyes. Great detailing in the
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Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Andirons

Materials

Iron

Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes
Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes

H 14.5 in W 9 in D 17.25 in
Vintage Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of early 20th century andirons is composed of cast iron owls on arched branch uprights
Category

Vintage 1910s American American Colonial Andirons

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes
Vintage Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes

Vintage Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes

H 13.25 in W 8 in D 17 in
Antique Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons Fire Dog Amber Glass Eyes Halloween
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of antique cast iron owl shaped fireplace andirons with orignal amber glass eyes. Measure: 13".  
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Early 20th Century Victorian Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons Fire Dog Amber Glass Eyes Halloween
Antique Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons Fire Dog Amber Glass Eyes Halloween

Antique Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons Fire Dog Amber Glass Eyes Halloween

H 13 in W 13 in D 8 in
American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Yellow Glass Eyes
Located in Downingtown, PA
American Cast Iron Owl Andirons With Yellow Glass Eyes, Circa 1900 The pair of cast iron
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Andirons

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Yellow Glass Eyes
American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Yellow Glass Eyes

American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Yellow Glass Eyes

H 21.25 in W 10.75 in D 20 in
Late 19th Century Cast Iron Owl Door Stop with a Brass Knobbed Standard
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 19th century cast iron owl door stop with a brass knobbed standard / handle. Old cement fill
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Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Primitives

Materials

Brass, Iron

Late 19th Century Cast Iron Owl Door Stop with a Brass Knobbed Standard
Late 19th Century Cast Iron Owl Door Stop with a Brass Knobbed Standard

Late 19th Century Cast Iron Owl Door Stop with a Brass Knobbed Standard

H 15.75 in W 3.5 in D 2.5 in
Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons w/ Original Glass Eyes, Circa 1900
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of antique American cast iron owl andirons with the original amber yellow and black glass eyes
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Antique Late 19th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons w/ Original Glass Eyes, Circa 1900
Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons w/ Original Glass Eyes, Circa 1900

Antique American Cast Iron Owl Andirons w/ Original Glass Eyes, Circa 1900

H 15.25 in W 9 in D 18 in
Pair Early 20th Century Cast Iron Owl with Glass Eyes Andirons by Howe Boston
By Howe
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of cast iron owl andirons with glass eyes. In original condition with replaced fire
Category

Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Pair Early 20th Century Cast Iron Owl with Glass Eyes Andirons by Howe Boston
Pair Early 20th Century Cast Iron Owl with Glass Eyes Andirons by Howe Boston

Pair Early 20th Century Cast Iron Owl with Glass Eyes Andirons by Howe Boston

H 15 in W 9.25 in D 23.75 in
Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, American circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming pair of cast iron owl andirons from the United States, dating to the early 20th century
Category

Early 20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, American circa 1900
Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, American circa 1900

Pair of Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, American circa 1900

H 15.5 in W 9.5 in D 6 in
Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, circa 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare and visually striking pair of cast iron owl andirons dates to circa 1900 and originates
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Early 20th Century American Andirons

Materials

Iron

Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, circa 1900
Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, circa 1900

Pair of American Cast Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes, circa 1900

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Antique Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very unique antique pair of cast iron andirons in the form of an owl with glass eyes. They are
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Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons
Antique Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons

Antique Cast Iron Owl Fireplace Andirons

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Early 20th Century Cast Iron "Owl" Fire Tool Set by Hart Foundry
Early 20th Century Cast Iron "Owl" Fire Tool Set by Hart Foundry

Early 20th Century Cast Iron "Owl" Fire Tool Set by Hart Foundry

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1960s Japan Cast Iron Owl Bird Lantern Incense Candleholder Mid-Century Brutal
By Otagiri Company
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Materials

Metal

1960s Japan Cast Iron Owl Bird Lantern Incense Candleholder Mid-Century Brutal
1960s Japan Cast Iron Owl Bird Lantern Incense Candleholder Mid-Century Brutal

1960s Japan Cast Iron Owl Bird Lantern Incense Candleholder Mid-Century Brutal

H 3.5 in W 5 in D 4 in
Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Owl Hanging Lantern 1960s
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylized cast iron owl sculpture from Japan. Holds one candle. Nice patina throughout. Stamped
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Iron

Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Owl Hanging Lantern 1960s
Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Owl Hanging Lantern 1960s

Japanese Cast Iron Nambu Owl Hanging Lantern 1960s

H 11 in W 6 in D 5 in
Pair of Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes, Boston, Circa 1890
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American cast iron owl andirons with the original amber glass eyes perched on tree limbs
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Pair of Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes, Boston, Circa 1890
Pair of Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes, Boston, Circa 1890

Pair of Cast Iron Perched Owl Andirons with Amber Glass Eyes, Boston, Circa 1890

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19th Century Salvaged Caste Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes Wall Hangings
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of 19th century American made cast iron owl andirons with original glass eyes. These two very
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19th Century Salvaged Caste Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes Wall Hangings
19th Century Salvaged Caste Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes Wall Hangings

19th Century Salvaged Caste Iron Owl Andirons with Glass Eyes Wall Hangings

H 21 in W 11 in D 2.75 in
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This modernist fireback showing an owl is made of cast iron. This is a French work. Circa 1970.
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Materials

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Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl

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Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This modernist fireback showing an owl is mad of cast iron. This is a very nice and decorative
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl

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Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This modernist fireback showing an owl is mad of cast iron. This is a very nice and decorative
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl
Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Showing an Owl

H 22.84 in W 26.19 in D 1.38 in
Owl Doorstop, Cast Iron Door Stop A Beautiful Cast-Iron Doorstop
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Owl Doorstop, Cast Iron Door Stop A Beautiful Cast-Iron Doorstop depicting an Owl dating from the
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Owl Doorstop, Cast Iron Door Stop A Beautiful Cast-Iron Doorstop
Owl Doorstop, Cast Iron Door Stop A Beautiful Cast-Iron Doorstop

Owl Doorstop, Cast Iron Door Stop A Beautiful Cast-Iron Doorstop

H 11 in W 6 in D 4 in
Japanese Monumental Owl Tree Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
oversized cast iron owl perched upon a naturalistic tree root form base and possessing a convenient rear
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Lanterns

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Iron

Japanese Monumental Owl Tree Garden Lighting Lantern
Japanese Monumental Owl Tree Garden Lighting Lantern

Japanese Monumental Owl Tree Garden Lighting Lantern

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Japanese Antique Owl Lantern Hand Cast
Located in South Burlington, VT
beautiful and unique way to accent your indoor or outdoor garden space. This is a hand cast iron hanging
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Iron

Japanese Antique Owl Lantern Hand Cast
Japanese Antique Owl Lantern Hand Cast

Japanese Antique Owl Lantern Hand Cast

H 16 in W 10 in D 10 in

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Cast Iron Owls For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of cast iron owls available for sale. The range of distinct cast iron owls — often made from metal, iron and glass — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of cast iron owls available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Neoclassical, Arts and Crafts and Victorian cast iron owls are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made cast iron owls over the years, but those made by Falkirk, Oscar Bruno Bach and Bradley & Hubbard are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Cast Iron Owls?

Prices for cast iron owls can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cast iron owls begin at $242 and can go as high as $9,312, while the average can fetch as much as $1,100.
Questions About Cast Iron Owls
  • 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.
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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.
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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.
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    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.
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    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

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    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. 

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    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.

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