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Cast Iron Sundial

Large Armillary Sundial with Cast Iron Pedestal
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Large Armillary Sundial with cast iron pedestal. A Victorian white painted, Cast Iron sundial
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Antique Late 19th Century Sundials

Materials

Steel, Iron

Large Armillary Sundial with Cast Iron Pedestal
Large Armillary Sundial with Cast Iron Pedestal
$7,914
H 68.12 in W 29.53 in D 25.6 in
19th Century French Cast Iron and Marble Sundial
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century French garden sundial with heavy cast iron column base and carved marble dial
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Antique Early 19th Century French Sundials

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Iron

Vintage Cast & Carved Stone Spanish Garden Sundial
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous large Unusual form cast & carved stone Spanish Garden sundial. Cast and imprinted with its
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Vintage 1970s American Greco Roman Sundials

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Cast Stone, Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Garden Nautical Sundial with Sail Boat "Tempus Fugit"
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage cast iron nautical garden sundial with a boat, reading "Tempus Fugit," which
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Late 20th Century American Country Sundials

Materials

Iron

Vintage English Country Green Cast Iron Hummingbird and Dragonfly Garden Sundial
By Maitland Smith
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful and charming vintage English Country style green cast iron garden sundial with Roman
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Late 20th Century American Country Sundials

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Faux Bois Garden Sundial With Acorns and Oak Leaves
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage black cast iron garden sundial featuring acorns, oak leaves, and Roman numerals
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Sundials

Materials

Iron

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19th Century French Iron and Cast Iron Sundial, 1890s
Located in Florence, IT
19th century French iron and cast iron sundial, 1890s.
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Antique 1890s French Victorian Sundials

Materials

Iron

1930's Cast Iron Armillary- Sun Dial
Located in Stamford, CT
Great sun dial / armilary designed for your garden. Actually keeps time when properly aligned with the sun. A fantastic addition to your home or garden. In all original condition wit...
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Classical Roman Sundials

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Iron

Roman Garden Armillary Cast Iron Sundial
Located in Plainview, NY
Presenting an exquisite antique Roman Armillary cast iron sundial garden ornament. This stunning
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20th Century Greco Roman Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Garden Nautical Sundial "The Mariner's Sundial"
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage cast iron nautical garden sundial with a boat, reading "Lumen Me Regit," which
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Late 20th Century American Country Sundials

Materials

Iron

American cast iron & bronze sundial, 1900
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Cast iron sun dial stand, newly powder coated in a fired enamel and fitted with a Fumo quartzite
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20th Century American Sundials

Materials

Quartz, Bronze, Iron

American cast iron & bronze sundial, 1900
American cast iron & bronze sundial, 1900
H 30 in W 14.75 in D 14.75 in
Vintage Cast Iron Garden Nautical Sail Boat Sundial
Located in Elkhart, IN
A beautiful vintage cast iron nautical garden sundial with a sail boat USA, Late 20th Century
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Late 20th Century American Country Sundials

Materials

Iron

Vintage Garden Armillary Sundial on Cast Stone Pedestal
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning antique garden armillary sundial on pedestal Circa 1940s Metal armillary, atop
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Vintage 1940s Neoclassical Sundials

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

Vintage Garden Armillary Sundial on Cast Corinthian Column Pedestal
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning vintage garden sundial on cast concrete corinthian column pedestal Circa 1980s Metal
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Vintage 1980s Neoclassical Sundials

Materials

Concrete, Iron

French Cast Stone and Iron Sun Clock Armillary
Located in Dallas, TX
Cast stone and iron armillary is ideal for the garden, having served as both adornment and as a
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Vintage 1920s French Sundials

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

Cast Iron and Copper Armillary
Located in Winter Park, FL
American armillary or sun dial made of copper with a cast iron base. Nice old weathered patina with
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Early 20th Century American Sundials

Cast Iron and Copper Armillary
Cast Iron and Copper Armillary
H 50.5 in W 24 in D 17 in
Antique English Bronze Richard Glynne Fecit Cast Iron Garden Sun Dial circa 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
) made globes, sundials, and drawing instruments. Glynne was in partnership with Anne Lea, his mother-in
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20th Century Classical Greek Sundials

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Early 20th Century English Cast Iron Sundial Garden Ornament
Located in Atlanta, GA
An excellent 20th century example of an English cast iron sundial. (Base measures 11”).
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Early 20th Century Sundials

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Sundial on Pedestal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique cast iron sundial on pedestal, The circular 12" x 6" H sun dial cast with astrological
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Early 20th Century Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Sundial Birdbath
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Solid cast iron English garden birdbath featuring a sundial around the side of the bowl and a
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20th Century English Victorian Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Cast Armillary Pedestal Sundial from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast armillary sundial from France will make a grand statement in any garden. Invented by the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Sundials

Materials

Stone, Cast Stone, Iron

Cast Armillary Pedestal Sundial from France
Cast Armillary Pedestal Sundial from France
H 57.25 in W 24 in D 19.25 in
Vintage Verdigirs Weathered Cast Garden Bird Sundial
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming best describes this lovely iron garden sundial. This piece has a beautiful verdigris
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Sundials

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Sun Dial on Floral Pedestal, Circa 1840
Located in Charleston, SC
American cast iron sun dial with a painted floral pedestal resting on a circular ringed base, Mid
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Antique 1840s American American Empire Sundials

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Fireplace Basket, Dog Grate with Solid Brass Sundials
Located in London, GB
Late 19th century early 20th century fireplace basket, dog grate. Blackened solid cast iron with
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Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron, Wrought Iron

American Cast Iron Sundial Plate
Located in Woodbury, CT
American garden ornaments. This large octagonal cast iron plate has its original gnomon (pointer) and is
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Early 20th Century American Sundials

Materials

Iron

Sundial and Pedestal
Located in New Orleans, LA
Cast iron sundial with bird motif gnomon. Plate mounted atop a faux bois pedestal.
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20th Century American Statues

Materials

Cement, Metal

Sundial and Pedestal
Sundial and Pedestal
H 32 in D 10.5 in
Terracotta Neoclassical Pedestal Base Iron Sundial
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
Cast iron sundial with a terracotta neoclassical pedestal. Featuring cast figures along the
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Antique Late 19th Century Neoclassical Sundials

Materials

Terracotta

American Cast Stone Sundial with Cast Iron Plate
Located in Woodbury, CT
pedestal with anthemion leaf decoration and a late 19th century American cast iron sundial plate, marked 40
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Early 20th Century American Sundials

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

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$3,083 / item
H 14.97 in W 46.46 in D 14.97 in
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Located in London, GB
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Materials

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Swedish Atlas Astrology Garden Armillary
Located in Vienna, AT
A Swedish garden armillary, manufactured in the 1950s in Sweden.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Sundials

Materials

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Swedish Atlas Astrology Garden Armillary
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$1,980
H 28.35 in W 17.72 in D 21.66 in
Wrought Iron Art Deco Pergola, France, 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Rare and very pretty octagonal Art Deco wrought iron pergola, decorated with geometric motifs. Riveted zinc roof. Original red paint.
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Swedish Armillary Sculpture
Located in Atlanta, GA
This figural armillary of Atlas, constructed of metal with a copper numeric banding, hails from Sweden. Original matte black finish and mounted on a well-proportioned custom wooden p...
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Swedish Armillary Sculpture
Swedish Armillary Sculpture
$2,048
H 34 in W 15 in D 25 in
19th Century Solar Signal Cannon on Marble Sundial
Located in Richmond, VA
Incredibly cool 19th century solar powered signal canon marble sun dial base. This signal cannon can be set to ignite with the sun through the attached magnifying glass- which can be...
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Marble, Iron

Swedish Vintage Large Metal Armillary Sundial
Located in Winnetka, IL
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Antique Swedish Sundial
Located in Hollywood, FL
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Antique Swedish Sundial
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$1,895
H 63 in Dm 16 in
Reclaimed Armillary Sundial on Limestone Pedestal
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This reclaimed armillary sundial is a handsome focal point for a walled garden or courtyard. The sundial features a steel garden armillary sphere dating from the late 20th century ab...
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Limestone, Stone, Steel

Reclaimed Armillary Sundial on Limestone Pedestal
Reclaimed Armillary Sundial on Limestone Pedestal
$6,543
H 63 in W 11.42 in D 11.42 in
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By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
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Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
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Cast Iron Sundial For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cast iron sundial you’re looking for. A cast iron sundial — often made from iron, metal and paint — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the cast iron sundial you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right cast iron sundial, those designed in Victorian and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Cast Iron Sundial?

Prices for a cast iron sundial can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $827 and can go as high as $4,900, while the average can fetch as much as $1,500.

Finding the Right Building And Garden Elements for You

Choosing the right antique or vintage building and garden elements can prove pivotal when you’re working to beautify any room in your home or just put the finishing touches on a garden or other outdoor area.

It takes time and effort to improve your outdoor space or merely to bring an air of tranquility to an indoor area set aside for private relaxation or gathering with friends. The good news is that 1stDibs can help.

To introduce a sense of timelessness to a back patio or interior common area, choose cast-stone statues or sculptural busts for a dose of drama or select ornate architectural elements such as corbels, plaques or panels made of marble or iron. Elsewhere, find a focal point in your living room and create a “feature wall” by bringing pops of color into a corner with handmade antique ceramic tiles.

It helps when design changes like these have a practical upside too.

Victorian cast-iron stair treads hearken back to a time when adding decorative details to your property was a priority. While lending an attractive appearance to an exterior staircase, these safeguards render the steps slip-resistant for those coming and going. And as one good stylistic choice usually leads to another, pairing your sophisticated treads with a coupling of 19th-century hand-forged andirons would be a thoughtful, durable touch for any courtyard or comfortable lounge space, be they intended for an indoor fireplace or a patio firepit.

Where the garden is concerned, any sophisticated garden ornaments you select should work with nature, not against it. Wrought-iron garden gates will simply refuse to be relegated to the background. Instead, they’ll draw attention to your painstakingly sculpted hedges and colorful flora. When paired with a sparse arrangement of other tasteful additions, such as a stone planter, garden stool or other welcoming pieces of outdoor seating, the effect can be transformative.

On 1stDibs, find a sprawling collection of antique garden furniture and architectural elements that meet every need. Our offerings include everything from sculptural bathroom fixtures to flooring ideas to pedestals and columns designed in a variety of styles and much more.

Questions About Cast Iron Sundial
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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 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.