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A Rare 19th Century German Cast Iron Animated Dog Novelty Timepiece
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Rare 19th Century German Cast Iron Animated Dog Novelty Timepiece Circa 1880 Origin
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Antique 19th Century German Art Nouveau Clocks

Vintage Optician's Mirror, German, Adjustable Vanity, Bathroom, Industrial, 1960
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage optician's mirror. A German, cast iron and adjustable vanity or bathroom mirror
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Mid-20th Century German Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Relief Charger from Germany, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron charger from Germany was hand-worked in the 1800s. The low-relief image, in this
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Antique 19th Century German Decorative Art

Materials

Metal, Iron

Three German Antique Iron Plaques Cast in the Renaissance Style
Located in London, GB
This charming set of three antique German plaques are each cast from high quality 19th century iron
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Antique 19th Century German Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Beautiful cast iron Candlestick Holder Brutalist Era, Germany, 1960s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A large candlestick holder for four candles. Made of cast iron with a nice patina. Typically made
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Vintage 1960s German Brutalist Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Iron

Art Deco Cast Iron Christmas Tree Stand, Vintage, German, 1930s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
This beautiful Art Deco green and golden color cast iron Christmas tree stand, was made in Germany
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Vintage 1930s German Folk Art Architectural Elements

Materials

Iron, Metal

19th Century Cast Iron Military Wall Plaque Sculpture of German Officer
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
19th century cast iron military wall plaque sculpture of German officer.
Category

Antique 19th Century German Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century Cast Iron Match Holder by Zimmerman of Hanau Germany circa 1850
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare mid-19th century cast iron match holder by Zimmerman of Hanau, Germany, circa 1850 This
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Iron

Beautiful Cherub Angel Head Door Knocker, Cast Iron, German, 19th Century
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Classic 19th century German cherub angel head door knocker, made of heavy metal (maybe cast iron
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Antique 19th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Victorian Casted Iron Candle Stick with Bears
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Victorian Casted Iron Candle Stick with Bears A great Victorian casted iron candle stick, Germany
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

XL Brutalist Cast Iron 14.5kg Table Light, Lothar Klute attrib. Germany 1970s
By Lothar Klute
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Brutalist cast iron table light Origin: Germany Producer and designer: Lothar Kute
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron, Metal

19th Century Berlin Cast Iron Charger with Mythological Scenes
Located in Stamford, CT
Large Berlin Iron Works cast iron charger with mythological figures of goddesses, putti, various
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Antique Early 19th Century German Baroque Decorative Art

Materials

Iron

Two Large Rustic Architectural Cast Iron Mirrors
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
in the spider web design. Original red paint on cast iron. Can be sold separately.
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Antique Late 19th Century German Industrial Wall Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Lovely Round Cast Iron Fireplace Tool, 1950s, Austria
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The tools are about 55cm long.
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Iron

Black Enamel Cast Iron Glass Mirror Floor Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Adjustable industrial floor lamp Black enamel with round glass mirror. Cast iron arm and base
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Cast Iron Glass Mirror Floor Lamp
Black Enamel Cast Iron Glass Mirror Floor Lamp
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
Large German Iron Industrial, Factory Lamp, Pendant
Located in Vienna, AT
Heavy cast iron with glass and steel grid made in Germany in the 1970s. Powered with two 120 cm
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Vintage 1970s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron, Steel

1985 Italy Cast Iron Abstract Sculpture by Urano Palma Cast Iron Throne
By Urano Palma
Located in Brescia, IT
exhibited in numerous countries such as Germany, France, United States and in Corea where he exhibited one
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Vintage Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base and Brass, 1960s
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Vintage Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base and Brass German, 1960s Vintage floor lamp with a brass
Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base and Brass, 1960s
Vintage Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base and Brass, 1960s
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H 51.19 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
German Maiden & Forged Iron Antler Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1930's German chandelier with maiden detail and forged iron antlers. Measurements: Drop: 42
Category

Vintage 1930s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Antique Mid-19th Century Cast Iron Mirror Vine Leaves Vine Wine Grapes
Located in Munich, DE
This revolving mirror has been made out of cast iron in the third quarter of the nineteenth century
Category

Antique 1860s German Victorian Table Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Pressure Cast Iron Pot Ch. Umbach Bietigheim, 1910s
Located in Praha, CZ
Germany Good original condicion.
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Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Tableware

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Wall Lamp Scone
Located in Amsterdam, NL
German Industrial wall or ceiling lamp made by ‘Schaco’ cast iron, clear glass Weight: 4.70 kg
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Wall Lamp Scone
Located in Amsterdam, NL
German industrial wall or ceiling lamp made by ‘Schuch’ cast iron, clear glass Weight: 6.50 kg
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Musgrave & Co Mannheim, Enameled Cast Iron Stove Adorned
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
This original Art Nouveau style enameled cast iron stove is a German work of the company Musgrave
Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Industrial Black Enamel Factory Lamp with Cast Iron Top, 1930s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
shade. Cast iron top. The porcelain socket requires standard E 27/ E26 light bulbs. New wire. Fully
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Early 20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Grey Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Pendant Lights by HWK
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare and old factory lamp by HWK Grey enamel with grey cast iron top White interior Weight: 5.40
Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Frosted Glass Pendant Light
By Siemens
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Original Siemens factory pendant very rare early model black enamel white interior cast iron top
Category

Vintage 1930s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Antique Cast Iron Lyre Bouquet of Flowers and Fruit Vine Garlands Table Mirror
Located in Munich, DE
This very elegant revolving table mirror is made our of cast iron. It features the most intricate
Category

Antique 1860s German Table Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Unique forged iron hanging candelabra, Germany 1960s
Located in ECHT, NL
Large hanging candle holder in the arts and crafts style. It is made from solid cast iron. It has
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Mid-20th Century German Arts and Crafts Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Relief Portrait of King Karl XIV Johan.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A fine medal plaque in cast-iron of King Karl XIV Johan (1763-1844), empire period. It is a relief
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau patinated and gilt cast iron side table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A lovely German Art Nouveau patinated and gilt cast iron side table by Musterschutz Company in
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Industrial Gray Enamel Cast Iron Old Train Station Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Old German train station light by Pötter & Schütze GmbH Light grey enamel met big cast iron top
Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Antique Cast Iron Gents Signet Ring Initial E
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This cast iron signet ring is large in size and must therefore have been made for a man. The ring
Category

Antique 1850s German Signet Rings

Materials

Steel

Antique Cast Iron & Lacquered Brass Max Kohl Type Didactic Balance Device
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
cast iron base with a circular foot below a tapered post with a divot in the top in which the point of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

20th Century Life Size Cast Iron Statue of a Hunting Dog
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A stunning early 20th century life size cast iron statue of a Spaniel or Munster hunting dog. A
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Early 20th Century German Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

White Enamel and Cast Iron Industrial Pendant Light from Helo Leuchten, 1950s
By Helo Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
white enamel shade with white enamel interior, a cast iron top and a clear glass cover. The socket
Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

1950s Small French Fischel Gueridon Table, Cast Iron Base
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Small French Fischel Gueridon Table – Cast Iron Base 1950s Small French Fischel Gueridon
Category

Vintage 1950s French Tables

Materials

Iron

Mercury Glass Vintage Industrial Brass and Cast Iron Wall Scone Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Mercury glass wall lamp by Helioray Metal with mirror glass shade Diameter wall mount 7.5 cm Weight: 1.10 kg / 2.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made s...
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Pair of Early 19th Century Prussian Cast Iron Vases Urns Fer De Berlin
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
A beautiful pair of cast iron vases (urns) on pedestal, attributed to the Royal Prussian Iron
Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Urns

Materials

Berlin Iron, Iron

Pair of Important Chests With Berlin Cast Iron Details
Located in New York, NY
Berlin cast iron intricate designs and four caryatids on the front of each chest. Resting on four
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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry

German 'Mercury' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
20th Century German fireback with the god Mercury. God of commerce. The fireback is made of cast
Category

20th Century German Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

German 'Mercury' Fireback / Backsplash
German 'Mercury' Fireback / Backsplash
H 26.58 in W 24.41 in D 0.6 in
Holy Figure Of Mary With Child Made Of Cast Iron. 1900 1920
Located in CADALSO, ES
Material cast iron
Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Nouveau Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Antique Set Of 4-Piece Cast Iron Brass Fireplace Accessories And Forged St
Located in Bastogne, BE
Very Rare cast iron and brass antique stand with fireplace accessories in of early 20th century
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Vintage 1920s German Baroque Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Brass, Iron

Umbrella Stand in Brought Iron, Brass, Aluminium, Bauhaus style, Germany, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
colored top elements is made of aluminium, the heavy metal base element is made of cast iron
Category

Vintage 1950s German Bauhaus Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Iron, Brass

1 of 16 Limburg Geometric Glass and Cast Iron Outdoor/Indoor Flushmount Lights
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Rijssen, NL
moist can occur. Limburg is a manufacturer of high-end lighting form Germany. The companies shows
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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

Midcentury German VEB Industrial Iron and Aluminium Pendant with Edison Bulb
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Iron and aluminium ceiling pendant with glass cover by VEB of Germany. Reclaimed from Industrial
Category

Vintage 1970s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

German Gothic Style Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
19th/20th Century Gothic style German fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a black
Category

Early 20th Century German Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

German Gothic Style Fireback / Backsplash
German Gothic Style Fireback / Backsplash
H 24.02 in W 17.33 in D 0.67 in
16th Century German Gothic Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
16th century German Gothic fireback with a religious theme. The fireback is made of cast iron and
Category

Antique 16th Century German Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

16th Century German Gothic Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
of cast iron and has a natural brown patina. Upon request it can be made black / pewter. The fireback
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Antique 16th Century German Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

German Louis XV Style 'Horse' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
20th Century German Louis XV style fireback with a horse. The fireback is made of cast iron and
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20th Century German Louis XV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Signet Ring Bouquet of Flowers and Fruit in Vase
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual cast Iron signet ring features a finely designed bouquet of fruits and flowers in a
Category

Antique 1830s German Signet Rings

Materials

Steel

Carl Elmberg, Tobacco Jar in Cast Iron, Näfveqvarns Bruk, Swedish Grace, 1920s
By Carl Elmberg, Nafveqvarns Bruk
Located in Stockholm, SE
Decorative tobacco jar in cast iron with decor of animals and figures. Designed by Carl Elmberg for
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Wrought Iron

17th Century German 'Rural Scene' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
17th Century German Gothic fireback with a rural scene. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a
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Antique 17th Century German Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

19th Century Victorian Period Cast Iron Adjustable Reading Stand by John Carter
By John Carter
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
mechanism above a heavy cast iron reeded column and carved quadripartite base. Quality metal work with a
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Tables

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Antique German 'Jesus' Fireback / Backsplash, 18th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th century German Louis XV period fireback with Jesus. The fireback is made of cast iron and has
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Antique 18th Century German Louis XV Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Mid-Victorian Moorish Wrought & Cast Iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure
Located in London, GB
A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a
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Antique Late 19th Century European Moorish Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

German Gothic Style 'Religious Theme' Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
of cast iron and has a black / pewter patina. The fireback is in a good condition and does not have
Category

Early 20th Century German Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Large 16th Century German Gothic Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Amerongen, NL
Large 16th century German gothic fireback with a religious theme. The fireback is made of cast iron
Category

Antique 16th Century German Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique German Neoclassical Fireback / Backsplash, 18th-19th Century
Located in Amerongen, NL
18th-19th century German neoclassical period fireback. The fireback is made of cast iron and has a
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Antique Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Fireplace Tools and Chimn...

Materials

Iron

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German Cast Iron For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic German cast iron available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and glass, every German cast iron was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a German cast iron — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A German cast iron is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Industrial, Victorian and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made German cast iron over the years, but those crafted by Glashütte Limburg, VEB Leuchten and Bünte und Remmler are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a German Cast Iron?

Prices for a German cast iron can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $69 and can go as high as $103,635, while the average can fetch as much as $950.
Questions About German Cast Iron
  • 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 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.