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20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron press from 20th Century Belgium. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in
Category

20th Century Belgian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
H 12.5 in W 13.7 in D 11.3 in
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron press from 20th Century Belgium. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in
Category

20th Century Belgian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
H 12.1 in W 13.7 in D 11.7 in
Cast Iron Book Press
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast iron book press.
Category

Vintage 1910s Italian Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Book Press
Cast Iron Book Press
H 14 in W 15.5 in D 13 in
Antique 19th C. Cast Iron Classical Figural Dolphin Victorian Book Press
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique 19th C. Cast Iron Classical Figural Dolphin Victorian Book Press. Item features Intricate
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Maw and Sons 19th Century Cast Iron Tincture Press
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Maw and Sons 19th Century Cast Iron Tincture Press This press dates from the 19th Century
Category

Antique 1880s Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Antique Artisanal Fruit Press Cast Iron, France, circa 1880
Located in Labrit, Landes
This cast iron fruit press was made in the late 19th century in France. It was probably used by
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Industrial Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Triumph and Mangel Cast Iron Sheet Press Early Twentieth
Located in charmes, FR
Linen press of the brand triumph and mangel in wood and cast iron painted in original green, in
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Console Tables

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Book Press by Army and Navy Csl
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century cast iron book press by army and navy csl circa 1890. Fine quality book press by
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Working English Cast Iron Cheese Press Thomas Corbett of Shrewsbury 1880
Located in Portland, OR
A rare antique and all original fully functioning cast iron English cheese press, by Thomas Corbett
Category

Antique 1880s English Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Miniature Cast Iron Linen Press with Schildkröt Doll, 1890-1900
Located in Delft, NL
A miniature cast iron linen press with Schildkröt doll, 1890-1900 An antique miniature mangle
Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Antique Tabletop Press, English, Cast Iron, Rotary, Flower Pressing, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique tabletop press. An English, cast iron rotary flower pressing machine, dating to
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Copying Press with Circular Three Spoke Wheel. Circa 1820
Located in Hollywood, SC
American cast iron copying press with a circular three spoke cork screw wheel, flanking scrolled
Category

Antique 1820s American American Empire Books

Materials

Iron

Bronze & Iron Book Press
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast iron, bronze and wood book press. Great design.
Category

Antique 1880s Italian Antiquities

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Bronze & Iron Book Press
Bronze & Iron Book Press
H 12 in W 13 in D 13 in
Cast Iron Book Press with Brass Handle and Newer Wood Base
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast iron book press with brass handle and newer wood base. Nice pin striping. Great Condition.
Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Books

Materials

Brass, Iron

A Bay in Cornwall and A Cornish Village
By Fiona Carver
Located in Deddington, GB
limited edition linocut by Fiona Carver. Hand printed using a victorian cast iron press, it is inspired by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Prints

Materials

Paper, Linocut

 A Bay in Cornwall and A Cornish Village
 A Bay in Cornwall and A Cornish Village
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H 10.63 in W 10.63 in D 0.04 in
Antique Braise Cast Iron Flat Press Laundry Trivet, France, 19th Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
This cast iron trivet is particular Because it was created to put braises inside. This type of
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Antique Late 19th Century French Industrial Paperweights

Materials

Iron

American Mahogany and Cast Iron Copying Press with Paw Feet, Charleston, SC 1830
Located in Hollywood, SC
American cast iron and mahogany two-drawer copying press with a turned bulbous cork screw handle
Category

Antique 1830s American American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Iron

3 Antique Victorian Cast Iron Sad Flat Press Laundry Cloth Irons Trivet
Located in Dayton, OH
1991 California Set of three antique sad irons / flat irons, sized for pressing different items, one “standard” size, one medium narrower with painted accents, and one small one with...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Paperweights

Materials

Iron

Suffolk Beach Huts, Print by Fiona Carver
By Fiona Carver
Located in Deddington, GB
iron press. She is inspired by the simplicity of old seaside railway posters as well as the atmosphere
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Prints

Materials

Archival Paper

Apple Blossom with Linocut, Print by Fiona Carver
By Fiona Carver
Located in Deddington, GB
printed using an antique cast iron press, there are 11 layers of colour. Printed with oil based inks on
Category

2010s Abstract Still-life Prints

Materials

Linocut

American Federal Period Cast Iron Eagle
Located in York County, PA
This cast iron eagle is one of the earliest sculptural forms that one will encounter in the
Category

Antique 1810s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

American Federal Period Cast Iron Eagle
American Federal Period Cast Iron Eagle
H 15.5 in W 14.75 in D 4 in
19th Century English Book Press
By Hooper & Sons
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Remarkable English book press made by Hooper and Sons London, England. Solid cast iron construction
Category

Antique 19th Century English Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Book Press
19th Century English Book Press
H 17 in W 23 in D 12 in
Vintage Cast Iron Book of Knowledge Mechanical Bank, Punch & Judy, 20th Century
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand-painted cast iron mechanical bank "Punch and Judy Bank." A vintage book of knowledge Punch
Category

Early 20th Century Taiwanese Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

Unusual 19th Century Victorian Small Cast Iron Garden Side Table Original Paint
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An unusual cast iron former cheese press table base, extremely well built with heavy splayed legs
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Patio and Garden Fur...

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Religious Fer a Hosties Eucharist Host Iron Waffle Press
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique, circa 1765, French fer a hosties (cast iron host press / host mold
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Medieval Religious Items

Materials

Iron

Fiona Carver, The Long Beach, Holkham, Seascape Art, Affordable Art
By Fiona Carver
Located in Deddington, GB
, Holkham is an original limited edition linocut by Fiona Carver. Hand printed using a victorian cast iron
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Landscape Prints

Materials

Paper, Linocut

Book Binder's Press by Robert Ritchie of Edinburgh
Located in London, GB
A 19th century nipping or copying press by Robert Ritchie of Edinburgh. Marked: PATENT ROBERT
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Books

Materials

Iron

Press - tall, steam-punk inspired, human face, lead, aluminum and iron sculpture
By Dale Dunning
Located in Bloomfield, ON
and a re-purposed cast iron squeeze jolt molding machine. This machine was used to press sand in a
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Paris, Carrousel Bridge, circa 1930, Silver Gelatin Black and White Photography
Located in Atlanta, GA
A unique original silver gelatin black and white photograph by Press Agency Trampus. In Paris, the
Category

1930s Art Deco Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Grazing by the Estuary, Print by Fiona Carver
By Fiona Carver
Located in Deddington, GB
up and printing which she does with her antique cast iron press. She is inspired by the simplicity of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Prints

Materials

Archival Paper

The Black Road: Iron, Classical Male Bust, Resin Sculpture with Rust Iron Patina
Located in Chicago, IL
of resin and patinaed with a rusted iron can be shown on a base or lying down. Dean Kugler The Black
Category

2010s American Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Resin

Late 20th Century Oval Aluminum Cast Mirror by Lorenzo Burchiellaro
By Lorenzo Burchiellaro
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
USD for Oval mirror, sold at Phillips London in 2010. In MutualArt’s artist press archive, Lorenzo
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Aluminum

Paris, Les Halles Food Market, 1930s, Silver Gelatin Black and White Photography
By Press Agency Keystone View Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
market relocated to the suburb of Rungis. Two glass and cast iron market pavilions were dismantled and re
Category

1930s Art Deco Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Richard Hirsch Ceramic Scholar Rock Cup Sculpture #20, 2014
By Richard A. Hirsch
Located in New York, NY
with a cast iron middle base. Hirsch creates ceramic sculptures that explore the spirituality and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Paris, Les Halles Market, circa 1940, Silver Gelatin Black - White Photography
Located in Atlanta, GA
market relocated to the suburb of Rungis. Two glass and cast iron market pavilions were dismantled and re
Category

1940s Art Deco Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Two Figures
By Robert Chester Thomas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, iron, firebrick and welded steel before dedicating his practice primarily to cast bronze in the 1960s
Category

1940s American Modern Sculptures

Materials

Ebony, Wood

Tilde, Original Abstract Drawing
Located in Boston, MA
depicting forms cast in iron. The sculpture rests in a field, wallowing in peace and serenity. This is one
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Graphite

Paris, circa 1930, Canal St Martin, Silver Gelatin Black and White Photography
Located in Atlanta, GA
and other motorboats navigate the sets of locks and passes under the attractive cast-iron footbridges
Category

1930s Art Deco Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Lithograph - Flowers
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1940s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1940s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1940s Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Pumpkin and Flowers
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Flowers
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1940s Modern Figurative Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Henri Matisse (After) - Lithograph - Woman with Flowers in Her Hair
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1940s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Original Lithograph - Henri Matisse - Apollinaire
By Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1930s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Linocut

Guillaume Apollinaire
By Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1930s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Original Lithograph - Henri Matisse - Apollinaire
By Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1930s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Linocut

Original Lithograph - Henri Matisse - Apollinaire
By Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among Matisse’s students was Olga
Category

1930s Modern Portrait Prints

Materials

Linocut

Creole Dancer
By (after) Henri Matisse
Located in Collonge Bellerive, Geneve, CH
and we only drew from the plaster casts, and his critiques then were no less profitable." Among
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Mid-20th Century Modern Still-life Prints

Materials

Lithograph

Creole Dancer
Creole Dancer
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 0.04 in
English 19th Century Book Press
By Whittaker and Co.
Located in London, GB
Mahogany and Cast Iron Book Press with ratchet system, in full working order. Cast with makers name
Category

English Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

English 19th Century Book Press
English 19th Century Book Press
H 22.84 in W 32.68 in D 16.93 in
A cast iron and leather rocking chair by Winfield
By R. W. Winfield & Co.
Located in London, GB
made in cast iron unlike some which are wrought. This model is cast into sand from a mould which shows
Category

Antique 19th Century English Rocking Chairs

Materials

Iron

Untitled (Lunchbreak at the Iron Works), Western Germany, c. 1960
By H.R. Uthoff
Located in Hamburg, DE
eventually led him to Bochum. As a press photographer for the cast steel and ironworks “Bochumer Verein für
Category

1950s Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Swiss Mulberry Table Clock
By Josué Robert
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
inverted bell top case with ormolu scroll handle, applied floral frieze and four flambé finials over cast
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swiss Louis XIV Clocks

Swiss Mulberry Table Clock
Swiss Mulberry Table Clock
H 23.63 in W 14.57 in D 8.67 in
Machine Age Art Deco Toledo Scale by Van Doren & Rideout Rare Plaskon Housing
By Toledo Scale Company, Harold Van Doren, John Gordon Rideout
Located in Dallas, TX
replace earlier cast iron), Bausch & Lomb (who contributed the precision glass lens at over 2X previous
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Steel

20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
Located in High Point, NC
Step into the past with this exquisite 20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press, a stunning antique red
Category

20th Century Belgian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
H 15.7 in W 15 in D 12.2 in
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron press from 20th Century Belgium. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in
Category

20th Century Belgian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
H 12.1 in W 13.7 in D 11.7 in
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron press from 20th Century Belgium. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in
Category

20th Century Belgian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
H 12.1 in W 13.8 in D 11.7 in
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron press from 20th Century Belgium. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in
Category

20th Century Belgian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
20th Century Belgian Cast Iron Press
H 13.7 in W 13.7 in D 12.1 in
Vintage French Cast Iron Book Press
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron press from 20th Century France. Originally purposed as a book-binding press used in
Category

20th Century French Industrial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Cast Iron Book Press
Vintage French Cast Iron Book Press
H 13.8 in W 15.7 in D 13 in
Antique Letter Book Nipping Press Original Mahogany Stand Victorian London
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Cast iron book press on stand, English Victorian, circa 1850 A most pleasing original nipping
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Antique 1850s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Mahogany

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Cast Iron Press For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic cast iron press available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wood, every cast iron press was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect cast iron press — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A cast iron press is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Industrial, Victorian and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. A well-made cast iron press has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hooper & Sons are consistently popular.

How Much is a Cast Iron Press?

Prices for a cast iron press start at $150 and top out at $17,000 with the average selling for $1,200.
Questions About Cast Iron Press
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The weight of a cast iron book press will depend on the make and model. Cast iron is a sturdy material and can be heavy. To prevent damage, display cast iron book presses on a strong surface. Find a variety of vintage book presses 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 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 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 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

    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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 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 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 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

    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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To 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 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.