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Japanese Cast Iron Candleholder inspired by Quistgaard Denmark, Midcentury
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese cast iron candleholder inspired by Quistgaard, Denmark
Cast iron 1960s candleholder. Mid
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders
Materials
Iron
Japanese Cast Iron Candleholder inspired by Quistgaard Denmark, Midcentury
By Jens Quistgaard
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese cast iron candleholder inspired by Quistgaard, Denmark
Cast iron 1960s candleholder. Mid
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders
Materials
Iron
Japanese Cast Iron Tea Kettle Water Pot Tetsubin, Late 19th Century
Located in Studio City, CA
A large, heavy and uniquely shaped Japanese cast iron teapot tetsubin without top.
Likely late
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Materials
Iron
Japanese Cast Iron Candleholder in the Style of Jens Quistgaard for Dansk
By Jens Quistgaard, Dansk
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese cast iron candleholder in the Ssyle of Jens Quistgaard for Dansk, circa 1950s. The piece
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Robbins & Co attributed to Henry Jeckyll An Anglo-Japanese Cast Iron Stick Stand
By Thomas Jeckyll
Located in London, GB
Robbins and Co attributed to Henry Jeckyll An Anglo-Japanese Cast Iron Stick Stand
Barnard Bishop
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Umbrella Stands
Materials
Iron
H 34 in W 20 in D 10 in
Pair of Anglo-Japanese Cast Iron Fire Inserts by T Jeckyll
By Thomas Jeckyll
Located in London, GB
An Anglo-Japanese cast iron fire insert which shows strong design similarities between Thomas
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Fireplaces and Mantels
Materials
Iron
Robbins and Co Henry Jeckyll attr. A pair of Anglo-Japanese cast iron fire dogs.
Located in London, GB
Robbins and Co attributed to Henry Jeckyll. A pair of Anglo-Japanese cast iron fire dogs. With
Category
Antique 1880s English Anglo-Japanese Andirons
Materials
Iron
H 7.09 in W 6.3 in D 4.34 in
Nanbu Japan Cast Iron Ikebana Footed Vase / Planter ca 1950s/60s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Nanbu, Japan Cast Iron Ikebana Footed Vase / Planter ca 1950s/60s
Nanbu is an area of Japan that
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Vases
Materials
Iron
Modernist Japanese Cast Iron Bird Sculpture 1950s
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylized cast iron bird sculpture from Japan. Fantastic incised design. Could also be used as an
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
1970's Japanese Cast Iron Circular Wall Light Hexagon Cage & Clear Glass
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Vintage industrial cast iron circular bulkhead wall lighting with a hexagonal target cage and clear
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Pair of Japanese cast iron chôshi 銚子 (sake kettles) with lacquered lids
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pair of enticing cast iron chôshi (sake kettles) with a detailed lacquered lid, raised by three low
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Antiquities
Materials
Silver, Iron
H 7.09 in W 8.67 in D 6.89 in
Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury Japanese cast iron pagoda lantern with lattice fret work hinged door.
Bird and bamboo
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Metalwork
Materials
Iron
Early 20th Century Industrial Cast Iron Butcher Block Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Turn of the 20th century, tall, industrial table features a japanned, cast iron machine base with
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron
1980s Japanese Kokosha Industrial Cast Iron Sconce Brass Cage and Glass Shade
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
A vintage Industrial 1980s Japanese cast iron wall sconce with a brass cage and glass shade
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron, Brass
Dr C Dresser Attri, 18 Cast Iron Floral Staircase Balustrades & the knurl post.
By Coalbrookdale Foundry, Christopher Dresser
Located in London, GB
Dr C Dresser attributed for Colebrookdale Iron Works. A rare set of 18 Anglo-Japanese cast iron
Category
Antique 1870s English Aesthetic Movement Balustrades and Fixtures
Materials
Iron
H 36 in W 7.25 in D 0.75 in
20th Century Japanese Style Cast Iron Heron
Located in Stockholm, SE
A highly decorative painted cast iron heron, crafted in the Japanese style during the first half of
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Vintage Distressed Cast Iron Japanese Pagoda Lantern
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage distressed cast iron Japanese pagoda lantern, circa 1950s. The lantern has a great
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern More Candle Holders
Materials
Iron
Japanese Gold Gilt Cast Iron Abstract Bird Incense Burner
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese gold gilt cast iron abstract bird incense burner, circa 1950s. The piece is in good
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Metalwork
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Cast-Iron Tea Pot 'Dragonfly', 1960s
Located in Paris, FR
This kettle was made in 1960s, in Showa era.
The cast iron kettles like this item are called
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Tea Sets
Materials
Iron
Asian Modern Designed Cast Iron Incense Burner / Ashtray Japan 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Wonderful large cast iron Japanese vessel to be used as an incense burner or a heavy ashtray
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Chinoiserie Tobacco Accessories
Materials
Iron
Tobacco pot / Tea Caddy Japanese / Chinese Style cast iron
By Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Located in Vienna, AT
This outstanding heavy box can be used as a Tobacco pot or tea caddy. It is signed with a "K" and numbered, also bears the word "Depose" on the bottom rim. Tis beautiful jar is richl...
Category
Antique 1880s German Chinoiserie Metalwork
Materials
Iron, Nickel
Napoleon III enamelled cast-iron planter, Japanese decor, France, circa 1880
Located in Paris, FR
Rare planter with base in brown enameled cast iron, decorated with palms in relief.
This palm
Category
Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Iron
1970's Japanese Black Cast Iron Circular Wall Light Hexagon Cage & Reeded Glass
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Vintage industrial cast iron circular bulkhead wall lighting with a hexagonal target cage and
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Iron
Japanese lantern in cast iron decorated with colourfull enameled champleve.
Located in PARIS, FR
and is fully functional.
Mark underneath bearing six characters.
Japan, Early 20th century.
Height
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Metalwork
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
1970s Japanese Industrial Cast Iron and Copper Pendant Brass Cage and Glass Dome
By Kokosha
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Width 28cm
Height 28cm
Weight 3kg
Origin: Japan
The top section of this lamp is cast iron whilst
Category
Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Iron
H 11.03 in Dm 11.03 in
Japanese Iron Owl Incense Burner
Located in Denton, TX
Rustic Cast iron owl with spotty gilt and bronze patina, also included the incense anchor to hold
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Japanese Old "Duck Decoy" Iron Garden Lantern #2
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Japanese iron garden lantern original work of art with remnants of hand painted colors
See #3-825
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Japan Pair Antique Gilt Quail Sculptures Hand-Cast, Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
Fine Pair (2) Quails In gilt finish with original signed labels JAPAN
Japan, a pair (2) of
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Iron Tetsubin with Chrysanthemum Blossoms, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Japanese teapot was used to boil water for traditional tea ceremonies. Known as tetsubin, the kettle’s cast
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Meiji Japanese Style Cast Iron Metal Large Lobster Sculpture. Circa Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Japanese Iron Pagoda Garden Candle Lantern 1940's
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Japanese iron pagoda garden candle lantern.
Hand cast iron Japanese candle lantern with hearts on
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Vintage Cast Iron Figural Garden Mother Goose & Three Goslings
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage cast iron figural garden mother goose and three goslings, one stamped on the bottom "JAPAN
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Japanese Nambu Cast Ironware Flounder Fish Dish Trinket Paperweight
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A rare and uncommon piece of Nambu Cast Iron Serving Ware. It was design by Goro Mori, shaped like
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
H 0.57 in W 6.88 in D 5.63 in
Japanese Elegant Huge Horse Hand Cast, Gilt and Signed
Located in South Burlington, VT
space with this very unusual treasure from Japan.
This is a superb and attractive solid and finely
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Modernist Japanese Nambu Iron Incense Holder Bowl
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in San Diego, CA
Japanese Nambu cast iron incense holder or bowl. Beautiful minimalist iron piece that could be used
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Materials
Metal
1950s Japanese Iron Bird Sculpture Mid-Century Asian Cabinmodern Art
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Hard to find object, we have never seen another. It is cast metal with a faux verdigris/archaic
Category
Vintage 1950s Japanese Brutalist Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Antique Cast Iron Raised Trunk Elephant Pagoda Top Gorgeous Patina Figurine
Located in Pasadena, CA
Shelf sized Small Elephant
Raised Trunk
Carrying a Pagoda
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Animal Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone
Mid-Century Japanese Iron Kewpie Paperweights Sculptures Metal Arts Birds
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare pair of cast iron Kewpie birds; mother and child. Large one weighs approx. 2.5 lbs. and is 4
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paperweights
Materials
Iron
Japanese Temple Lantern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Japanese lantern is rare and spectacular in its size and ornamental design. A true one of a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Lanterns
Materials
Brass, Iron
Japanese Elegant Blue and Gilt Horse Hand Cast, Hand-Painted, Mint And Boxed
Located in South Burlington, VT
from Japan.
This is an attractive solid and finely cast effigy of an elegant horse hand painted with
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Pair Japanese Choshi Sake Ewers
Located in Pasadena, CA
late Edo or Meiji Period. The Choshi are composed of an Octagonal finely cast iron kettle with and open
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork
Materials
Brass, Iron
Japanese Rare Old Vintage Standing Duck Lighting Lantern
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-823 Japanese iron garden lantern original work of art with remnants of hand painted colors.
Category
Vintage 1960s Japanese Lanterns
Materials
Iron
“Fanning the Fire” Japanese Tetsubin Kettle, c. 1924
Located in Chicago, IL
tea ceremonies. Known as tetsubin, the kettle’s cast-iron construction is said to change the quality
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Metalwork
Materials
Iron
Japanese Old Tea Leaves Pot Immediately Usable
Located in South Burlington, VT
Wonderful example of old tea leaf design
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions
A finely cast
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Japanese Huge Pair Hand Painted Garden Ducks
Located in South Burlington, VT
Magnificent Ducks Pair
A fine matched pair (2) of large scale Japanese original hand-cast and
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
1950's Japanese Monarch Butterfly Garden Outdoor Lantern
Located in North Hollywood, CA
.
Japan, a fine hand cast and unusual iron lantern in the form of a Japanese Monarch Butterfly that may be
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Japan Early Ikebana Planter Garden Cart with Children, Meiji Period
Located in South Burlington, VT
A rare 19th century hard to find Japanese Usubata Flower Planter Cart "Norimono",
Late Meiji
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lanterns
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Pair Jade Green Mandarin Duck Screen Holders
Located in South Burlington, VT
A handsome pair of Japanese hand cast Mandarin Duck screen holders with highly detailed plumage
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens
Materials
Iron
1960s Iron Bonsai Ikebana Tripod Japan MCM Planter Dish Mid-Century
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Interesting variation on the most popular ikebana form form the Mid-Century Era. Procured from a Washington DC estate.
Category
Vintage 1960s Asian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Materials
Metal
Large Vintage Japanese Bronzed Sculpture of Toba on His Mule
Located in Dallas, TX
Japan, in the Showa Era, this cast 2 piece sculpture is made of iron/steel which has been bronze
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Japanese Usubata Ikebana Vessel, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Japanese art of floral arrangement. The two-piece vase was cast in the classical usubata (thin rim) form
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases
Materials
Iron
Japan Pair Tall Beautiful Garden Lanterns With Lovely Iris Flowers
Located in South Burlington, VT
design originally cast by Japanese and Chinese artisans and manufacturers.
Provenance: Old American
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
1960s Japan Iron Owl Bird Dish Ashtray with Hypnotic Brass Eyes Mid-Century Mod
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Uncommon cast mixed metal Japanese import souvenir. Over 4 inches long, and about 3/4 of a pound
Category
Vintage 1960s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal
H 0.63 in W 3.5 in D 4.25 in
Set of Three Midcentury Japanese Geisha Figurines
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool set of three small (4" tall) bronze Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1960s. The cast
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Set of Three Large Midcentury Japanese Geisha Figurines
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool set of three large (9.75" tall) iron Japanese geisha figurines, circa 1970s. The cast
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Japanese Big Pair Orchid and Flower Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
in a convenient portable size.
These rugged hand cast lanterns hand painted in garden green and
Category
20th Century Showa Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
Meiji Two-Part Japanese Tansu in Cypress & Kiriwood from the Yamagata Prefecture
Located in Milford, NH
A fine two part Japanese tansu chest in cypress and kiriwood, the upper part with oxblood stained
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Iron
H 43 in W 56.25 in D 17.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Set of Japanese Women Awa Odori Dancers
Located in San Diego, CA
depict female Japanese Awa Odori dancers in different positions. Made in Japan. Set of 3. A beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Articulated iron sculpture or Jizai (articulated) in the form of a butterfly
Located in PARIS, FR
Fine iron jizai of an articulated butterfly with fascinating openwork on its wings.
The butterfly
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
H 0.79 in W 3.15 in D 2.37 in
Pair Japanese Brass Duck Garden Sculptures/Bookends
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1203 Japan pair hand cast iron duck garden ornaments/bookends set on a base.
Category
Vintage 1980s Bookends
Materials
Iron
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Japanes Cast Iron For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Japanes cast iron for your home. Each Japanes cast iron for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and copper. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Japanes cast iron, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A Japanes cast iron is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one Japanes cast iron that is appealing in its simplicity, but Akari, Isamu Noguchi and Thomas Jeckyll produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Japanes Cast Iron?
Prices for a Japanes cast iron start at $100 and top out at $32,000 with the average selling for $636.
Questions About Japanes Cast Iron
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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.
- Who invented cast iron?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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
To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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, 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 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.