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Cast Iron Pagoda

Cast Iron Pagoda Censer or Paperweight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful and heavy cast iron Pagoda censer. lovely for burning incense, a small, yet quiet
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Pagoda Censer or Paperweight
Cast Iron Pagoda Censer or Paperweight
$225
H 9 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in
Vintage Boho Patinated Cast Iron Pagoda Lantern
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage Boho pagoda lantern, beautifully patinated with an aged finish, captures a sense of
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Mid-20th Century American Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Japanese cast iron pagoda lantern with lattice fret work hinged door. Bird and bamboo
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern
Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern
$2,950
H 20.5 in Dm 8.75 in
Pair Antique Chinese Iron Pagoda Garden Candle Lanterns
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of antique Chinese heavy cast iron pagoda garden lanterns with original patina, having a
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Antique 1890s Chinese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Ironstone

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage distressed cast iron Japanese pagoda lantern, circa 1950s. The lantern has a great
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
H 9.5 in Dm 9.5 in
Vintage Chinoiserie Cast Iron Chinese Buddhist Pagoda Temple Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Cast Iron Chinese Buddhist Pagoda Temple Table Lamp with Green and Brown
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Vintage Pagoda Lanterns, Japanese, Cast Iron Tea Light Holders, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage Pagoda lanterns. A Japanese, painted cast iron tea light holder, dating
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Candle Lamps

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Candle Lantern 1940's
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Japanese iron pagoda garden candle lantern. Hand cast iron Japanese candle lantern with hearts on
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Candle Lantern 1940's
Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Candle Lantern 1940's
$700 Sale Price
20% Off
H 13 in W 9.5 in D 10 in

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Napoleon III Iron and Zinc Summer House, 19th Century
Located in Richebourg, Yvelines
on four cast iron pillars. Its pagoda-shaped roof topped with a cluster of spikes is under the
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron, Zinc

Cast Iron Pagoda
Located in Richmond, VA
Very unique cast iron pagoda with traces of gold gilt.
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Pagoda
Cast Iron Pagoda
H 22 in W 8 in L 22 in
Monumental 1960s Cast Iron Pagoda in White Lacquer
Located in Pasadena, CA
Striking 1960s cast iron pagoda re-imagined in white hi-gloss lacquer. Fabulous touch of
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Vintage Cast Iron Pagodas, Great Patina
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of large vintage cast iron pagodas with a weathered verdigris patina. These pagodas have
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Late 20th Century chinoiserie Cast Iron Pagoda Lanterns Pair
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Pair of Late 20th Century cast iron pagoda lanterns with a stunning verdigris patina. These
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage distressed cast iron Japanese pagoda lantern, circa 1950s. The lantern has a great
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Pagoda Form Cast Iron Decorative Pieces Convert to Lamps
Located in Charleston, SC
Pagoda form cast iron decorative pieces convert to lamps.
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Antique 1890s European Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Lions
Located in Chicago, IL
Very unusual mythical animals cast of iron depicting a male and a female with child. Thought to be
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Lions
Cast Iron Lions
H 34 in W 17 in D 19 in
Large Cast Iron Tub
Located in Chicago, IL
An 18th century provincial Chinese iron tub with impressive floral relief and decorative hardware
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Urns

Materials

Iron

Large Cast Iron Tub
Large Cast Iron Tub
H 16.5 in W 44.5 in D 25 in
Japanese Antique Hand Cast Lantern "Double Pagoda" Motif
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, an attractive and sturdy antique lantern, with a "Double Pagoda" motif. Found from a Japanese
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Shizi
Located in Chicago, IL
An unusual pair of early 18th century cast iron protective Fu lions with smiles, curled tails and a
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Statues

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Shizi
Pair of Cast Iron Shizi
H 34 in W 17 in D 19 in
20th Century Chinese Cast Iron Urn
Located in Chicago, IL
A 20th century Chinese cast iron urn with heavy relief depicting flowering lotus and birds.
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20th Century Chinese Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Green Enamel and Cast Iron Lantern
Located in South Salem, NY
Green enameled cast iron lantern in a pagoda shape. Six-sided lantern is perched on three feet and
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Antique 19th Century British Chinoiserie More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Gilt Iron Fu Dogs
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of 19th century Chinese male and female gilt cast iron fu dogs. Pagoda Red Collection
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Antique 19th Century Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Pagodas
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Lofty pair of vintage cast iron pagodas with five tiers of balconies and the traditional Chinese
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20th Century English Chinoiserie Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Pagodas
Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Pagodas
H 31.5 in W 8 in D 9 in
Trio of 1960s Cast Iron Pagodas in White Lacquer
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chic set of three cast iron pagodas from the 1960s re-imagined in white hi-gloss lacquer. Can be
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Garden Cast Iron Pagoda Candle Lantern 1950
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese cast iron candle lantern with roses and leaves Height without loop 10.5 Height with loop
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Vintage 1950s Asian Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Large Japanese Garden Pagoda Candle Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-796 large hand cast iron pagoda lantern Height to top of loop 16" Height to top of lantern 14".
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Garden Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Japanese cast iron pagoda lantern has circular screen sides with tree and bird motif, hinged door
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20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns

Cast Iron Garden Pagoda Candleholder
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Cast iron garden pagoda candle holder with great patina finish, circa 1960s. Opens to put
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Vintage 1960s Asian Anglo-Japanese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage distressed cast iron Japanese pagoda lantern, circa 1950s. The lantern has a great
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Japanese Garden Verdigris Pagoda Cast iron Candle Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese pagoda candle lantern with leave designs Height with loop 13" W Height without loop 11
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Vintage 1950s Asian Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Tall Hand Cast Pagoda House Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a beautiful heavy and hand cast antique Taisho period 23 inch tall "pagoda house" garden
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Hand Cast Lantern "Double Pagoda" Motif
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, an attractive and sturdy antique lantern, with a "Double Pagoda" motif. Found from a Japanese
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Hand Cast Lantern "Double Pagoda" Motif
Located in South Burlington, VT
attrractive and sturdy antique lantern, with a "Double Pagoda" 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 Lantern "Double Pagoda" Motif
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, an attractive and sturdy antique lantern, with a "Double Pagoda" motif. Found from a Japanese
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Hand Cast "Double Pagoda" Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, an attractive and sturdy antique lantern, with a "Double Pagoda" motif. Found from a Japanese
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japanese Old Vintage Hand Cast "Double Pagoda" Garden Lighting Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
attractive and sturdy antique lantern, with a "Double Pagoda" motif. Found from a Japanese/ American tea
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Vintage 1960s Chinese Pagoda Lantern Chandeliers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of vintage Chinese pagoda lanterns or chandeliers. Made of cast iron with patinated antique
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Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Pagoda Candleholder
Located in Stamford, CT
Cast iron pagoda candleholder with patina finish, circa 1960s. Please note of wear consistent with
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Vintage 1960s Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Pagoda Candleholder
Cast Iron Pagoda Candleholder
H 21 in W 17 in D 17 in
Antique Cast Iron Raised Trunk Elephant Pagoda Top Gorgeous Patina Figurine
Located in Pasadena, CA
Shelf sized Small Elephant Raised Trunk Carrying a Pagoda
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Early 20th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone

Iron Model of a Pagoda
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large and elegant Taisho period cast iron model of a pagoda.
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Statues

Materials

Iron

Iron Model of a Pagoda
Iron Model of a Pagoda
H 31.5 in W 8 in D 9 in
Large Solid Cast Iron Chinese Pagoda Lantern, Made to Hold Candles
Located in Hollywood, CA
A beautifully aged solid cast iron Chinese Pagoda style lantern. The top is removable and reveals
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Vintage 1940s American Lanterns

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pagoda Lamps in Distressed Verdigris Metal, 1960's
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern lamps with Verdigris patina. Made of cast iron, the column lamps have
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Oxidized Metal Brutalist Lamps
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of handsome Mid-Century Modern lamps with Brutalist design. Lamps are made of cast iron and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

A Repousse Gilt Tester Bed with Crown
Located in New Orleans, LA
Napolean III tole and mother of pearl decorated cast iron bed with a pagoda style canopy with gilt
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Antique 19th Century French Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Iron, Metal

Vintage Cast Iron Pagoda Hanging Lantern
Located in Cookeville, TN
This vintage pagoda lamp is painted in a vibrant red color. It sits on three legs that with a curvy
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Mid-20th Century Asian International Style Candle Lamps

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Pagoda Hanging Lantern
Vintage Cast Iron Pagoda Hanging Lantern
H 12.5 in W 9.5 in D 8.25 in
Solid Cast Iron Chinese Pagoda Lamp
Located in Hollywood, CA
A Chinese Pagoda floor lamp in solid cast iron with tripod base holding a lantern with roof for
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Vintage 1950s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Solid Cast Iron Chinese Pagoda Lamp
Solid Cast Iron Chinese Pagoda Lamp
H 34.13 in W 14 in D 14 in
Pair of Pagoda Column Lamps with Verdigris Finish and Ebony Bases, 1960s
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Brutalist Mid-Century Modern lamps with Verdigris patina. Made of cast iron, the column
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

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1970s Japanese Copper & Iron Cantilever Wall Light with Brass Fittings & Cage
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Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A reclaimed 1970s Iron explosion proof pendant with copper shade and was originally used in passageways on cargo ships and super tankers. The cantilever is formed from 22mm copper...
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

Paolo Buffa Handles Brass, 1940, Italy
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milano, IT
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Vintage 1940s Italian Other Screens and Room Dividers

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Paolo Buffa Handles Brass, 1940, Italy
Paolo Buffa Handles Brass, 1940, Italy
$1,076 / set
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Art Deco Chenet in the Style of Sue and Mare
Located in NANTES, FR
Chenet, wrought iron fireplace log door, ar deco in the style of Sue et Mare. Object in perfect condition. Width: 54 cm Height: 31 cm Depth: 31 cm Weight: 21KG.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

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Art Deco Chenet in the Style of Sue and Mare
$2,631
H 12.21 in W 21.26 in D 12.21 in
Bronze Art Deco Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By Just Andersen, Sune Bäckström, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful Art Deco bronze vase with amazing patina. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Fair condition, a lot of scratches to the patination. Stamped 'BRONS' and ...
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

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Located in Esbjerg, DK
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Italian Mid-Century Vanity Console by Cesare Lacca with Mirror in Burl Walnut
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Vigonza, Padua
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Located in Kastrup, DK
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3ft Live Edge Wood Bench by AMBROZIA, Solid Black Walnut & Blackened Steel
By AMBROZIA
Located in Drummondville, Quebec
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Art Nouveau Guimard Chandelier
$3,085 / item
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Tete a tete by Hugo Franca
$30,000
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Located in London, GB
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By Jens Quistgaard
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This iconic candelabra or candle holder was designed by Jens Quistgaard in the 1960s. A brutalist design that is made out of cast iron and brass. It has 7 adjustable arms that can ro...
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Andy Warhol -- Cow, 1971
Andy Warhol -- Cow, 1971
$10,164 Sale Price
40% Off
H 45.01 in W 29.53 in
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Cast Iron Pagoda For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic cast iron pagoda available at 1stDibs. A cast iron pagoda — often made from iron, metal and lacquer — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer cast iron pagoda, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A cast iron pagoda, designed in the Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a Cast Iron Pagoda?

Prices for a cast iron pagoda can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $395 and can go as high as $5,800, while the average can fetch as much as $1,200.
Questions About Cast Iron Pagoda
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs 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.