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Cast Iron Spanish Galleon Ship Bookends, a Pair
Cast Iron Spanish Galleon Ship Bookends, a Pair

Cast Iron Spanish Galleon Ship Bookends, a Pair

Located in Bradenton, FL

A pair of painted cast iron Spanish galleon ship bookends. Cream sails are decorated with the cross

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Colonial Bookends

Materials

Iron

Pair of Spanish Art Deco Architectural Wrought Iron Door Knockers, c. 1930
Pair of Spanish Art Deco Architectural Wrought Iron Door Knockers, c. 1930

Pair of Spanish Art Deco Architectural Wrought Iron Door Knockers, c. 1930

Located in Barcelona, ES

Pair of Art Deco ornamental door knockers in cast iron. Spain, 1930s Large size. Monumental antique

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Spanish Cast Iron Cauldron Kitchen Pot Ice Bucket
Spanish Cast Iron Cauldron Kitchen Pot Ice Bucket

Spanish Cast Iron Cauldron Kitchen Pot Ice Bucket

Located in Barcelona, ES

Cast iron cauldron with unmatching Lid from Galicia at the northern part of Spain, circa 1940s Made

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Spanish Cast Iron Candelabra with Triangular Top
Spanish Cast Iron Candelabra with Triangular Top

Spanish Cast Iron Candelabra with Triangular Top

Located in Washington, DC

A Spanish cast iron candelabra with triangular top.

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Sculptural Vintage Spanish Four Arm Candelabra Cast Iron Brass
Sculptural Vintage Spanish Four Arm Candelabra Cast Iron Brass

Sculptural Vintage Spanish Four Arm Candelabra Cast Iron Brass

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Vintage 4 Arm Brass Candelabra Oil Lamp Cast Iron Stand  Style Spanish Revival Rancho Monterey

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Colonial Candelabras

Materials

Iron, Brass

Spanish Cauldron Pot / Vessel with Handles in Cast Iron, 1930s
Spanish Cauldron Pot / Vessel with Handles in Cast Iron, 1930s

Spanish Cauldron Pot / Vessel with Handles in Cast Iron, 1930s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Solid Cast iron kitchen cauldron with handles from Galicia, Spain, 1920s-1930s. Made in molded

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Cast Iron Center Table by Valenti, Circa 1970, Spain
Brutalist Cast Iron Center Table by Valenti, Circa 1970, Spain

Brutalist Cast Iron Center Table by Valenti, Circa 1970, Spain

By Valenti

Located in Girona, Spain

DESCRIPTION: Brutalist Cast Iron Center Table by Valenti, Circa 1970, Spain Antique Patina Greek

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Greek Revival Center Tables

Materials

Iron

Spanish Revival 5 Arm Exposed Bulbs Cast Iron Chandelier
Spanish Revival 5 Arm Exposed Bulbs Cast Iron Chandelier

Spanish Revival 5 Arm Exposed Bulbs Cast Iron Chandelier

Located in New York, NY

made of cast iron with a gold painted finish. This requires five standard medium base bulbs. Cleaned

Category

Early 20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

20th Century Art Nouveau Style Cast Iron Spiral Staircase from Spain
20th Century Art Nouveau Style Cast Iron Spiral Staircase from Spain

20th Century Art Nouveau Style Cast Iron Spiral Staircase from Spain

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

20th century Art Nouveau style spiral staircase from south Spain in good condition and easy to

Category

20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Stairs

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century Spanish Cast Iron Fireback w/ Relief Heraldry Coat of Arms
Mid-19th Century Spanish Cast Iron Fireback w/ Relief Heraldry Coat of Arms

Mid-19th Century Spanish Cast Iron Fireback w/ Relief Heraldry Coat of Arms

Located in Marbella, ES

1850s Spanish cast iron fireback with relief heraldry coat of arms with crown and fleur-de-lys

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Ornamental Cast Iron Three Tier Étagère
Antique Ornamental Cast Iron Three Tier Étagère

Antique Ornamental Cast Iron Three Tier Étagère

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

corner of the top tier is crowned with finely cast figural heads, adding a distinctive character and

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast & Carved Stone Spanish Garden Sundial
Vintage Cast & Carved Stone Spanish Garden Sundial

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

Category

Vintage 1970s American Greco Roman Sundials

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

Antique Spanish table from the early 18th century with a cast iron base
Antique Spanish table from the early 18th century with a cast iron base

Antique Spanish table from the early 18th century with a cast iron base

Located in Harderwijk, NL

18th century has a base made of cast iron with elegantly curved shapes. Over the years, the table has

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Classical Roman Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair of Decorative Cast Iron Urns with Lids
Pair of Decorative Cast Iron Urns with Lids

Pair of Decorative Cast Iron Urns with Lids

Located in Marbella, ES

An elegant pair of decorative urns crafted from cast iron, with lids and side handles integrated

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Urns

Materials

Iron

Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Original Rusty Patina
Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Original Rusty Patina

Spanish Rustic Iron Cauldron Pot or Vessel with Original Rusty Patina

Located in Barcelona, ES

Primitive Rustic Iron Cauldron from the northern part of Spain, 1920s Made in molded cast iron

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Painted Cast Iron Low Table by Valenti, Barcelona, circa 1970
Painted Cast Iron Low Table by Valenti, Barcelona, circa 1970

Painted Cast Iron Low Table by Valenti, Barcelona, circa 1970

By Valenti

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Painted Cast Iron Low Table by Valenti, Barcelona, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lowboys

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a Low-Lying Sink
Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a Low-Lying Sink

Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a Low-Lying Sink

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

Early 20th Century Urban Cast Iron Fountain with a low-lying sink. It comprises a column that

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Fountains

Materials

Iron

Painted Cast Iron Low Table by Valenti, Barcelona, circa 1970
Painted Cast Iron Low Table by Valenti, Barcelona, circa 1970

Painted Cast Iron Low Table by Valenti, Barcelona, circa 1970

By Valenti

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Painted cast iron low table by Valenti. Barcelona, circa 1970. Dimensions of the table structure

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Lowboys

Materials

Iron

Set of 6 19th Century Cast Iron Industrial Curiosities
Set of 6 19th Century Cast Iron Industrial Curiosities

Set of 6 19th Century Cast Iron Industrial Curiosities

Located in Round Top, TX

A set of 6 19th century cast iron "Industrial Curiosities" - Anvils for shaping metals such as gold

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Set of 3 19th Century Cast Iron Shoe Molds
Set of 3 19th Century Cast Iron Shoe Molds

Set of 3 19th Century Cast Iron Shoe Molds

Located in Round Top, TX

A charming collection of 3 19th century cast iron shoe molds from Barcelona. Wonderful as table top

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Sculpture
Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Sculpture

Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Sculpture

By Josep Maria Subira­chs Sit­ja

Located in Dayton, OH

An Impressive Cast Iron floor sculpture by Josep Maria Subirachs b.1927. Reminiscent in form to an

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Industrial Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Oak Kitchen Island, Butcher Block, Industrial Work Table Cast Iron
Antique Oak Kitchen Island, Butcher Block, Industrial Work Table Cast Iron

Antique Oak Kitchen Island, Butcher Block, Industrial Work Table Cast Iron

Located in Miami, FL

Antique Oak Kitchen Island, Butcher Block, Industrial Work Table Cast Iron with large heavy drawers

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair of Mid-Century Amber Crackle Glass Spanish Pendant Lamps Blown in Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Amber Crackle Glass Spanish Pendant Lamps Blown in Iron

Pair of Mid-Century Amber Crackle Glass Spanish Pendant Lamps Blown in Iron

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic pair of mid century Spanish Colonial swag pendant lamps. Hand blown in an iron frame with

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Colonial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Wrought Iron Round Coffee Table with Bronzed Cast Top, Europe, 1970s
Brutalist Wrought Iron Round Coffee Table with Bronzed Cast Top, Europe, 1970s

Brutalist Wrought Iron Round Coffee Table with Bronzed Cast Top, Europe, 1970s

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

in Materials Hand-forged wrought iron base; wood-core top encapsulated in cast polyester with

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Brutalist Sofa Tables

Materials

Ironstone, Polyester, Plywood

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style, Spain
19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style, Spain

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style, Spain

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

wood and cast iron typical from this period. The door is framed and working but needs some restoration

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

20th Century Art Nouveau Style Iron Spiral Staircase
20th Century Art Nouveau Style Iron Spiral Staircase

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

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

20th Century Art Nouveau Style Iron Spiral Staircase
20th Century Art Nouveau Style Iron Spiral Staircase

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

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron

Spanish Folk Hand-Painted Ice Bucket or Wine Champagne Cooler
Spanish Folk Hand-Painted Ice Bucket or Wine Champagne Cooler

Spanish Folk Hand-Painted Ice Bucket or Wine Champagne Cooler

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish Folk Hand-Painted Ice Bucket Kitchen Pot Cauldron in Cast Iron Popular cast iron cauldron

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Folk Art Barware

Materials

Iron

Spanish Peacock 2 Ft. Tall Patio Garden Lawn Ornament, Mid-Century
Spanish Peacock 2 Ft. Tall Patio Garden Lawn Ornament, Mid-Century

Spanish Peacock 2 Ft. Tall Patio Garden Lawn Ornament, Mid-Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

, created of cast stone with iron legs, features a lovely little peafowl bird -standing upright with head

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Animal Sculptures

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

17th Century Spanish Burled Walnut Vargueno or Collectors Cabinet
17th Century Spanish Burled Walnut Vargueno or Collectors Cabinet

17th Century Spanish Burled Walnut Vargueno or Collectors Cabinet

Located in Milford, NH

retained its original wrought iron and brass hardware. Probably Spanish in origin, dating to the 17th or

Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Moorish Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

18th Century Spanish Walnut Dining Table
18th Century Spanish Walnut Dining Table

18th Century Spanish Walnut Dining Table

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

delicately carved legs. Supported by traditional Spanish decorative cast iron scolloped stretchers. Amazing

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Square French Style Iron Base Table with Wood Top, Garden Table
Square French Style Iron Base Table with Wood Top, Garden Table

Square French Style Iron Base Table with Wood Top, Garden Table

Located in Miami, FL

Square French style iron base table with wood top. Garden table or bistro table Ideal for

Category

2010s Spanish French Provincial Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Fireback with the arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608
Fireback with the arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608

Fireback with the arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Fireback with the coat of arms of Phillipe II of Spain dated 1608. It bears the motto: "DOMINUS

Category

Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Fireback of the Farewell of the King of Spain with the King of France
Fireback of the Farewell of the King of Spain with the King of France

Fireback of the Farewell of the King of Spain with the King of France

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This fireback illustrate the farewell between the King of Spain, Philip V and the King of France

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Vintage 20th Century Spanish Embossed Copper Table By Malart c.1930
Vintage 20th Century Spanish Embossed Copper Table By Malart c.1930

Vintage 20th Century Spanish Embossed Copper Table By Malart c.1930

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb 20th Century Spanish cast iron pedestal table with three feet, supporting a nonagon (nine

Category

20th Century Spanish Other Tables

Materials

Copper

Pair of Arte de Mexico Wrought Iron Sconces with Mica Shades
Pair of Arte de Mexico Wrought Iron Sconces with Mica Shades

Pair of Arte de Mexico Wrought Iron Sconces with Mica Shades

Located in Lomita, CA

of old Spanish style sconces. The hand crafted sconces are completed by Mica shades which create a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and ...

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style
19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

wood and cast iron typical from this period. The door is framed and working but needs some restoration

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Red and Black "Arma" Adjustable Floor Lamp by Metalarte, 1970s
Red and Black "Arma" Adjustable Floor Lamp by Metalarte, 1970s

Red and Black "Arma" Adjustable Floor Lamp by Metalarte, 1970s

By Metalarte

Located in Mortsel, BE

, contrasted against a matte black vertical stem and heavy cast-iron base. The design is highly functional

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style
19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

19th century wooden double front door with patina in Art Nouveau style. Carved wood and cast iron

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style
19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style

Located in Vulpellac, Girona

19th century wooden double front door with patina in art nouveau style. Carved wood and cast iron

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

All-White "Arma" Adjustable Floor Lamp by Metalarte, 1970s
All-White "Arma" Adjustable Floor Lamp by Metalarte, 1970s

All-White "Arma" Adjustable Floor Lamp by Metalarte, 1970s

By Metalarte

Located in Mortsel, BE

All-white edition of the "Arma" floor lamp was produced by Metalarte in Spain during the 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

Alberto High Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets
Alberto High Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets

Alberto High Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets

Located in Geneve, CH

Alberto High Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets Dimensions: D 8 x W 12 x H 28 cm. Materials: Cast

Category

2010s Spanish Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Alberto Low Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets
Alberto Low Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets

Alberto Low Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets

Located in Geneve, CH

Alberto Low Candleholder by Oscar Tusquets Dimensions: D 6 x W 10 x H 20 cm. Materials: Cast iron

Category

2010s Spanish Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Set of 2 Alberto Candleholders by Oscar Tusquets
Set of 2 Alberto Candleholders by Oscar Tusquets

Set of 2 Alberto Candleholders by Oscar Tusquets

Located in Geneve, CH

x W 10 x H 20 cm. Materials: Cast iron painted in matte white. Available in two different sizes

Category

2010s Spanish Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Pair of 1920's
Pair of 1920's

Pair of 1920's

$1,550 / set

Pair of 1920's

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A nice pair of 1920's wrought iron sconces, the patina is allot nicer in person

Category

Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

New Century Round Cast Iron Base with Marble Top Garden Table or Bistro Table
New Century Round Cast Iron Base with Marble Top Garden Table or Bistro Table

New Century Round Cast Iron Base with Marble Top Garden Table or Bistro Table

Located in Miami, FL

French style cast iron base with marble & brass top garden table or bistro table. The base it's

Category

2010s Spanish French Provincial Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Marble, Brass, Iron

Spanish Cast Iron Light Fixture
Spanish Cast Iron Light Fixture

Spanish Cast Iron Light Fixture

Located in Cookeville, TN

A graceful lady sits atop the crown of this massive cast iron light fixture from Spain. Floral

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Small Cast Iron Lantern
Small Cast Iron Lantern

Small Cast Iron Lantern

Unavailable|$950

Small Cast Iron Lantern

Located in Chestnut Hill, MA

Cast iron with glue chip textured glass. Single socket. Painted and rewired.

Category

Early 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Xavier Mascaro Cast Iron Sculpture
Xavier Mascaro Cast Iron Sculpture

Xavier Mascaro Cast Iron Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

Spanish artist Xavier Mascaro's Cast Iron sculpture of a vest for a Bull. Property from

Category

20th Century Spanish Mounted Objects

Materials

Iron

6-Lite Wrought Iron Chandelier with Cast Leaves
6-Lite Wrought Iron Chandelier with Cast Leaves

6-Lite Wrought Iron Chandelier with Cast Leaves

Located in Houston, TX

Matte black chandelier has cast acanthus leaves on six arms with small cast leaves for bobeche and

Category

20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Large Spanish Style Wrought Iron Twelve-Light Chandelier
Large Spanish Style Wrought Iron Twelve-Light Chandelier

Large Spanish Style Wrought Iron Twelve-Light Chandelier

Located in Houston, TX

Spanish style twelve light wrought iron chandelier features Moorish fretwork detail, has six

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Spanish For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cast iron Spanish for your home. Each cast iron Spanish for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and wrought iron. If you’re shopping for a cast iron Spanish, we have 196 options in-stock, while there are 17 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect cast iron Spanish — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each cast iron Spanish bearing Art Nouveau, industrial or mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cast iron Spanish over the years, but those crafted by J. J. Braze, Valenti and Atelier Marolles are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Cast Iron Spanish?

Prices for a cast iron Spanish can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $195 and can go as high as $185,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,156.
Questions About Cast Iron Spanish
  • 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 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.