Cast Iron Pump
Mid-19th Century French Cast Iron Pump or Fountain from Normandy
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Found on a farm in Normandy, France, this large scale mid nineteenth century painted cast iron pump
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Fountains
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Cast Iron Water Pump Fountain
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Monumental 19th century French water pump fountain made by Louis Jonet. This large cast iron piece
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Fountains
Materials
Iron
1800s Cast Iron Farm Well Hand Pump with Handle Piston
Located in New York, NY
1800s farmhouse and Industrial style cast iron hand pump. Unknown working condition but great look
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Antique 19th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron Toy Fire Pumper Truck by Hubley, ca. 1920's All Original Paint
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Petaluma, CA
This rather large fire truck was done at the height of the production of cast iron toys, 1920's
Category
Vintage 1920s American Other Toys
Materials
Iron
Antique Cast Iron Water Spout
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An unusual cast iron water spout fitted with a brass tap. Originally a village well pump
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Architectural Elements
Materials
Brass, Iron
Cast Iron French Empire Neoclassical Style Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron French Empire Neoclassical Style Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain. Item featured is a
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Materials
Iron
H 31 in W 17 in D 10.5 in
Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain (Black). Item features
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Late 20th Century Empire Fountains
Materials
Iron
H 30 in W 16 in D 85 in
Cast Iron French Neoclassical Style Serpent Trident Outdoor Garden Wall Fountain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast iron French neoclassical style serpent and trident outdoor garden wall fountain. Item features
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Materials
Iron
H 30 in W 14 in D 12 in
Halladay H37 Star Red Windmill Weight
By U. S. Wind Engine and Pump Company
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Fantastic piece of Americana! Halladay H37 cast iron red windmill weight made by the U.S. Wind
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Antique 19th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Iron
Automobile Amusement Park Battery Powered c1930's Believed to be one-of-a-kind
Located in Chicago, IL
the front end is actually one huge cast iron component and that leads me to think that it may have
Category
Vintage 1930s American Toys and Dolls
Materials
Steel, Iron
H 36.5 in W 67.5 in D 32.25 in
Folk Art Primitive Whirligig
Located in London, GB
to market, it’s completely handmade, with cast iron cogs, hand carved wooden figures and the item
Category
Antique 1870s European Folk Art Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Materials
Metal
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Elegant Trumeau Mirror - France, 1900's
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Simple and elegant trumeau/over mantle mirror. The wide frame painted dove-grey with details in contrasting lighter grey and red. The mirror is antique, and set in a reeded frame, f...
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Early 20th Century French Mantel Mirrors and Fireplace Mirrors
Large Square Brown Persian Tabriz 20th Century Rug
Located in New York, NY
Rare large square size early 20th century authentic Persian Tabriz featuring Classic Herati pattern in different shades of Brown
Please note we took images from both the light and...
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Early 20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
20th Century Art Nouveau Style Iron Spiral Staircase
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
20th Century Art Nouveau style spiral staircase from Spain in good condition and easy to assemble.
This stair belonged to an old Factory in Spain, that closed at the end of the 2...
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
Black Velvet Lounge Chair With Brass Legs and Hardware
By Troy Smith Studio
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Part sculpture, part art, part design, part furniture.
The Star Lounger was named after the shape and appearance of a star. The Star Lounger is unmistakable in its originality, shap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass
Lecce Stone Fountain, Octagonal with Central Pillar and 4 Vents, Italy 1990
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Lecce stone fountain, octagonal basin shape and central pillar with 4 outlets, hand built with Lecce stone (Italy) in the 90s. complete and furnished, it measures 150 x h 150 cm. Ide...
Category
20th Century Italian Fountains
Materials
Stone
David Mazel Tov LifeGuard Chair, Handcrafted Maple Coastal Inspiration Seating
By Louie George Michael
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This chair is named in honor of the famous lifeguard. David Mazel Tov is a design focused on perspectives and it allows two people to co-exist in a space with different points of vie...
Category
2010s Canadian Post-Modern Chairs
Materials
Rattan, Maple
H 83 in W 28 in D 40 in
Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
A beautiful cast iron Louis XV fireback or backsplash from the 18th century. Displaying the spell of Omphale, Queen of Lydia.
Hercules is spinning the wool, spindle and distaff in h...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Fountain Basin in Pink Marble with Masheron, '700 Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient fountain tub in pink marble, complete with an artificial stone mask in the shape of a lion's face, the base is not included because it is not original. Beautiful, carved in t...
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Fountains
Materials
Marble, Concrete
Antique Wall Fountain
Located in Udenhout, NL
Made from Bourgondian marble stone type Chassagne Rose from France.
(The quarry already closed for years).
Category
Antique 19th Century French Fountains
Materials
Marble
Hand Carved Limestone Central Fountain
Located in Dallas, TX
Here we offer a hand carved limestone central fountain with two brass down spouts. This fountain has a large, deep basin and will provide the acoustics of an old world fountain to yo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Fountains
Materials
Limestone
18th Century Dutch Carrara Marble Wall Fountain
Located in Baambrugge, NL
18th century Dutch wall fountain from the hall of a canal house. Made of Carrara marble. Antique wall fountain, with a niche-shaped high back including tap hole, on a curled leg with...
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Fountains
Materials
Carrara Marble
Wooden Sculpture of a Monkey and Her Infant
Located in New York, NY
A sculpture of a monkey holding a peach in one hand and her baby in another. Carved out of wood. Despite some signs of wear to the wood, the sculpture remains in good vintage conditi...
Category
20th Century Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Square Carved Limestone Trough or Sink
Located in Dallas, TX
Stone troughs have been used to water livestock in rural Europe for many centuries so it’s often difficult to date them. However, it is known that they were replaced by cast iron mod...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Planters and Jardinieres
Materials
Stone, Limestone
"Brot" French Hotel Vanity Mirror with Light by S.G.D.G.
By S.D.G.
Located in New York, NY
A Brot hotel vanity mirror with integrated light made by S.G.D.G. France, circa 1930. Features original nickel plate, with wall mount on a ball and socket base. Signed, Le Mirophar ...
Category
Early 20th Century French More Mirrors
Materials
Nickel
Concrete Three-Tier Ukiyo Fountain by OPIARY
By Robert Remer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Opiary is a Brooklyn-based biophilic design and production studio. We integrate nature in each of our designs, incorporating live greenery and organic shapes into bespoke furniture, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fountains
Materials
Cement
20th Century Chinese Gilt carved Wooden Tang Horse Sculpture
Located in Pomona, CA
Chinese Gilt Polychrome Wooden Carved Tang Dynasty Style Horse Sculpture. Featured nicely hand carved and hand painted with gilt highlighted on the sculpture. From the pictures, yo...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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Antique French Cast Iron Garden Fountain Pump, circa 1810
Located in Lectoure, Occitanie
Antique French cast iron garden fountain pump with grotesque mascarons, circa 1810.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Fountains
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron Village Water Pump from France, 19th Century
Located in Cornell, CA
The beautiful Cast Iron Village water pump from France sits on a 19th C. Limestone Pedestal. A
Category
Antique 19th Century French Rustic Fountains
Materials
Limestone, Iron
Cast Iron Mogul Rooster Windmill Weight
Located in Sheffield, MA
Mogul rooster windmill weight made by the Elgin Wind Power and Pump Company, Elgin, Illinois.
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Fiske Cast Iron Antique Aquarium or Fish Tank
By J.W. Fiske & Company
Located in Long Island, NY
This is a J W Fiske Cast Iron Fish tank or aquarium. It is in original as found condition. I have
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
21st Century Central Fountain with Spiraling Basin in Stone and Iron Water Pump
By Alain Edouard Bidal
Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR
spiral shape letting the water flow gently and on the other part, a large cast-iron antique pump from
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Fountains
Materials
Limestone
H 51.19 in Dm 94.49 in
Antique Wall-Fountain with Ancient Manual Water Pump and Monolith Stone Basin
Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR
deep basin is topped by an original cast iron hand water pump. This outlet is part of the stone column
Category
Antique 19th Century Fountains
Materials
Limestone, Iron
H 91.74 in W 59.85 in D 56.7 in
Antique Stone Fountain with Two Monolithic Basins, Column and Manual Water Pump
Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR
This fountain with two layered monolithic stone basins is topped by an antique cast iron water pump
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Antique 19th Century French Fountains
Materials
Limestone, Iron
H 74.81 in W 76.78 in D 20.48 in
Period Napoleon III Cast Iron Pump or Fountain with Gargoyle Spout
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Napoleon III period cast iron pump with gargoyle spout and original lid, circa 1860. Originally
Category
Antique 1860s French Fountains
Materials
Iron
1920s American Wayne Visible Gas Pump
By Wayne Gas Pump Company
Located in Surrey, BC
As shown a visible gas pump in original condition with layers polychrome paint.
The hose was not
Category
Vintage 1920s American Machine Age More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Iron
Vintage Irish Cast Iron Water Pump
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Irish cast iron water pump signed George Espey Cookstown Co. The lid removes to show inside
Category
Early 20th Century Northern Irish Garden Ornaments
Primitive Anitque Cast Iron Hand Crank Farm Spigot Well Water Pump
Located in Dayton, OH
Primitive antique cast iron hand crank farm spigot well water pump 66"
Antique cast iron hand
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Vintage 1910s Primitive Fountains
Materials
Iron
Antique Iron Village Water-Pump, 19th Century
Located in Udenhout, NL
The water pump in iron is handmade from the 19th century.
It is signed with Troyes. (Village in
Category
Antique 19th Century French Fountains
Materials
Iron
Antique Dempster #5 Red Cast Iron Hand Water Well Farm Pump w Brass Spigot
By Dempster Mill Manufacturing 1
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique American fire truck red cast iron and brass number 5 country farmhouse hand water pump with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Country Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Old Cast Iron Fountain Edge
Located in Udenhout, NL
Very unique old cast iron fountain edge with old water pump.
It is totally treated against rust
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Antique Early 19th Century French Fountains
Materials
Iron
Walbridge & Co. of Buffalo Cast Iron Fountain Urn
By Walbridge & Co.
Located in Hanover, MA
Large scale cast iron urn with handles on multi-tiered plinth base produced by the Walbridge
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Urns
Materials
Iron
Two Art Deco Painted Cast Iron Exercise Dumbbells
Located in Essex, MA
A pair of sculptural and fully functional (should you care to pump iron in style) Art Deco period
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron 'Barnacle Eye' Rooster Windmill Weight
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Elgin Wind Power & Pump Co. of Elgin, IL. Presented on a custom museum mount.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes
Materials
Iron
French Petrol Pump
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
An icon without equal. Absolutely beautiful old French petrol pump from 1959. The stand is lovingly
Category
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
Antique Village Pump 19th Century
Located in Udenhout, NL
Beautiful antique city pump from the 19th century with
Belgian bluestone pedestal.
This pump was
Category
Antique 1820s Belgian Fountains
Materials
Stone, Iron
Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain (Black). Item features
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Materials
Iron
H 30 in W 16 in D 8.5 in
Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain Black
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast iron French Empire style lion head outdoor garden wall water fountain (black). Item features
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Materials
Iron
H 30 in W 16 in D 8.5 in
Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast Iron French Empire Style Lion Head Outdoor Garden Wall Water Fountain (White). *currently 3
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Fountains
Materials
Iron
H 30 in W 16 in D 8.5 in
Irish Cowtail Water Pump
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Beautiful antique cast iron cowtail water pump from the maker J. Jamison, Belfast.
Category
Antique 19th Century Irish Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Working Glass Dome Scientific Pump
By Janette Mfg
Located in Peekskill, NY
impressive 14 inch diameter and sits on a solid cast iron pedestal. Total hight is 5 foot.
Category
Early 20th Century American Scientific Instruments
Materials
Brass, Iron
Beautiful Antique Fountain, 19th Century
Located in Udenhout, NL
We composed it out of materials from the 19th Century.
With an antique pump included.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Fountains
Materials
Sandstone, Iron
c. 1890-1900 Elgin Rooster Windmill Weight
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Late 19th century cast iron rooster windmill weight manufactured by the Elgin Wind Power and Pump
Category
20th Century American Weathervanes
Materials
Iron
Collection of Architectural Stars and Windmill Weights
Located in Santa Monica, CA
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Two cast iron stars made as a water tank gauge by the U.S. Wind and Pump Company
Category
Early 20th Century American Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
c. 1890 A20 Rooster Windmill Weight
Located in Santa Monica, CA
. Elaborate cast iron body with striking detail, an amazing patina, and traces of the original paint surface.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes
Materials
Iron
1800s Museum Quality Dental Chair
By S. S. White
Located in Peekskill, NY
have been faithfully restored using the correct burgundy plush fabric. All the painted cast iron parts
Category
Antique 19th Century American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Iron
Antique French Cast Iron Garden Fountain Pump
Located in Chicago, IL
French water pump made, circa 1820, which would make for a wonderful water fountain. The cast iron
Category
Antique 1820s French Country Fountains
Materials
Iron
Antique French Cast Iron Garden Fountain Pump
Located in Chicago, IL
French water pump made circa 1820, which would make for a wonderful water fountain. The cast iron
Category
Antique 1820s French Country Fountains
Late 19th Century French Cast Iron Village Pump or Fountain
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Found on a farm in Normandy, France, this late nineteenth century cast iron pump is marked by the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Fountains
Materials
Iron
Working 1800s Cast Iron Farm Well Hand Pump by Hooiser
Located in New York, NY
1800s antique Industrial farm or ranch style cast iron well hand pump in working order. Stamped
Category
Antique 19th Century American Industrial Architectural Models
Materials
Iron
American Horse Drawn Cast Iron Fire Pump Toy Wagon , Circa 1880
Located in Hollywood, SC
American three horse drawn cast iron and painted fire pump toy wagon. All original, Late 19th
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Antique 1880s American Folk Art Toys
Materials
Iron
Vintage French Empire Lion Tiger Cast Iron Garden Water Fountain with Pump
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire lion tiger cast iron garden water fountain with pump. Item features cast iron
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Mid-20th Century North American Empire Fountains
Materials
Iron
Rare Antique Elgin Cast Iron Rooster Windmill Weight
Located in Bridgeport, CT
weight. Has original box cover. made by the Elgin Wind, Power & Pump Co, Elgin, Il., circa 1880-1920. In
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Antique Late 19th Century North American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Vintage Cast Iron Victorian Style Three-Tier Heron Reclaimed Fountain - Restored
Located in St. Louis, MO
Reclaimed Victorian style 1960s reproduction cast iron three-tiered fountain on a substantial
Category
Vintage 1960s English Victorian Fountains
Materials
Iron
Antique Tall Green Cast Iron Water Fountain from San Francisco, c. 1860
Located in San Francisco, CA
An uncommon circa 1860 tall and substantial street light-style green cast iron water fountain from
Category
Antique 1860s American American Classical Fountains
Materials
Enamel, Iron
H 54.5 in W 11.63 in D 11.63 in
19th Century Pump from French Vineyard
By Bobard Freres
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Beautiful French cast iron wine pump by Bobard Freres, Beaune, Burgundy, circa 1870 (Bobards are
Category
Antique 19th Century More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Iron
Antique French Water Pump for the Garden, or Fountain
Located in Chicago, IL
pump is cast from iron and will last forever in any climate. We have several listed on 1stdibs for sale
Category
Antique 1820s French Country Fountains
Titan Heavy-Duty Bar Mechanical Mounted Wine Corkscrew Remover, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
, inserted through a cast iron frame with a wooden lever. Our Titan antique corkscrew opener is one that you
Category
Antique Early 1900s British Barware
Materials
Iron
Antique French Garden Fountain Feature
Located in Chicago, IL
pump is cast iron and will last indefinitely in any virtually any climate. We have several listed on
Category
Antique 1820s French Country Fountains
Cast Iron Pumper
Located in San Francisco, CA
Wonderful cast iron pumper with original paint.
Category
Early 20th Century American Toys
Cast Iron Garden Pump
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Huge pump great for a recirculating fountain.All cast iron with an acorn finial and scrolled
Category
Antique 19th Century French Patio and Garden Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Iron Water Pump
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large classic cast iron hand powered water pump with a great old finish.
Category
Antique 19th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron Fountain
Located in New York, NY
Working.
With pump.
Water pours out of statue’s penis.
Excellent condition.
Basin: 25"Ø
Category
Early 20th Century American Fountains
Fiske Fish Tank in Victorian Cast Iron
By J.W. Fiske & Company
Located in Long Island, NY
Marvelous and rare Cast Iron Fish tank by Fiske NY. As you can see this wonderful piece is
Category
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Garden Ornaments
Materials
Iron
Water Pump
Located in New Orleans, LA
A cast iron water pump with great color and weathering. Would make a lovely free standing water
Category
20th Century American Fountains
Materials
Iron
English Water Pump
Located in New Orleans, LA
Tall decorative cast iron water pump from England. Ideal for water feature. Cap is removable.
Category
Antique 19th Century English Fountains
Materials
Iron
Edwardian Novelty Silver Water Pump Pin Cushion by S Blanckensee, Chester, 1908
By S. Blanckensee & Sons
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
A rare Edwardian novelty silver pin cushion made in the form of a Victorian cast iron water pump
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver
Materials
Silver
H 1.89 in W 0.99 in D 1.38 in
Champion Industrial Work Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1900 industrial work table with adjustable and detailed filagree pump cast iron feet and base
Category
Early 20th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Iron, Zinc
PERSPECTIVE TRELLIS- FOUNTAIN ENSEMBLE WITH GIRL HOLDING SHELL
Located in Stamford, CT
THE TRELLIS OF HAND TOOLED WROUGHT IRON ( H-86" X W-47"). SHOWN WITH THE CAST LEAD FOUNTAIN
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fountains
Materials
Wrought Iron, Lead
Rainbow Tail Windmill Weight
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa 1900 cast iron windmill weight in the rainbow tail form showing remnants of old white paint
Category
Early 20th Century American Folk Art Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Drafting Table
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A Swedish drafting table with a wooden top and cast iron and aluminum base. The table's height can
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Metal
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Cast Iron Pump For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the cast iron pump you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A cast iron pump — often made from iron, metal and glass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect cast iron pump — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A cast iron pump is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Empire, Folk Art and Industrial styles are sought with frequency.
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Prices for a cast iron pump can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $400 and can go as high as $14,258, while the average can fetch as much as $1,795.
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- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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, 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The weight of a cast iron bench depends mainly on the size of the bench and whether other materials, such as wood are used in it. Cast iron weighs 0.26 pounds per cubic inch, making it quite a heavy material, and ideal for outdoor furniture that you want to ensure can weather heavy winds and precipitation. Shop an array of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
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