Cast Iron Owls
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Brutalist Bookends
Materials
Iron
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.
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Games
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique 1890s American American Empire Andirons
Materials
Iron
H 15 in W 9.25 in D 16 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
Category
Early 20th Century American Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique 1880s American American Classical Toys
Materials
Iron
H 7.5 in W 3.75 in D 3 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
Category
Antique 19th Century Country Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
H 22.64 in W 25.99 in D 1.38 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
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique 1890s American American Empire Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
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
Category
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Andirons
Materials
Iron
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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
Category
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures
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
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Empire Andirons
Materials
Iron
Pair of Owl Cast Andirons
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Whimsical pair of vintage solid cast iron andirons with owl motif.
Category
20th Century Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique Early 1900s Folk Art More Folk Art
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
Category
Early 20th Century American Andirons
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.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
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
Category
20th Century American Andirons
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
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Arts and Crafts Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1920s American American Craftsman Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique 1870s European Aesthetic Movement Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
20th Century American Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique 1890s American American Empire Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique 19th Century American Andirons
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
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Andirons
Materials
Iron
Two 19th Century Cast Iron Mechanical Owl Banks
Located in Essex, MA
Two Painted Cast Iron Mechanical "Owl" Banks, by J. & E. Stevens, c. 1880, one with amber colored
Category
Antique 19th Century American Animal Sculptures
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
Category
20th Century North American Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century British Aesthetic Movement Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Antique Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post
Located in Ferndale, MI
A fantastically weathered antique cast iron horse head originally used as a hitching post top. It
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Owl Fireplace Tool Set
Located in Essex, MA
poker, shovel and broom with holder, all in cast iron with brass owl modeled handles.
Category
Early 20th Century American Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron, Brass
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
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
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique Early 1900s German Victorian More Desk Accessories
Materials
Iron
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.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1930s American American Colonial Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1910s American Adirondack Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
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".
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Primitives
Materials
Brass, Iron
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
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Andirons
Materials
Iron
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
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
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
Category
Early 20th Century American Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century Cast Iron "Owl" Fire Tool Set by Hart Foundry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Cast iron fireplace tools forged by Hart Foundry of Massachusetts, circa 1920s. Features a Stand
Category
Vintage 1920s American Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
1960s Japan Cast Iron Owl Bird Lantern Incense Candleholder Mid-Century Brutal
By Otagiri Company
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Pair of rough cast Owl bird forms. Each 2-piece. For incense or candleholder, or table lanterns. No
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique 1890s American American Empire Andirons
Materials
Iron
H 14.5 in W 9 in D 17.5 in
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
Category
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Mounted Objects
Materials
Iron
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.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Lanterns
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Cast Bronze "Owl" Censer
Located in South Burlington, VT
condition
First we have seen.
Japan, an attractive and heavily hand cast censer with a marvelous "Owl
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Pair of Art Nouveau Cast Iron Bookends w/Owls, by the Judd Co. ca 1900
By H.L. Judd Manufacturing Company
Located in Petaluma, CA
These bookends are top of the line work by Judd Co. The detailing is exceptional, and the green patina helps show off that work. The art nouveau flowing leaves really enhances the lo...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Bookends
Materials
Iron
Japanese Hand Cast "Owl" Lantern, Original Chain
Located in South Burlington, VT
attractive and sturdy antique lantern with an "Owl" motif
And with its original 60" long chain.
Found
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
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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
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Cast 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Whether 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, 2023Yes, 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.
- Do cast iron tables rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, 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.
- How do I hang a cast iron bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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, 2021Cast 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 beds made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
- Does cast-iron furniture rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cast 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.