Primitive Cast Iron
Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Primitives
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Louis XVI Fireplace Tools and Chimney...
Bronze, Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Toys
Iron
Early 20th Century Industrial Nautical Objects
Iron
Early 20th Century Industrial Nautical Objects
Iron
Antique 1870s Italian Primitive Figurative Sculptures
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Figurative Sculptures
Iron
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Paperweights
Iron
Early 20th Century North American Adirondack Models and Miniatures
Iron
Early 20th Century Primitive More Desk Accessories
Iron
Mid-20th Century Spanish Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Cupboards
Pine
Mid-20th Century Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Iron
Early 20th Century Primitive Blanket Chests
Wood
Antique 1870s European Folk Art Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures
Metal
Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Planters and Jardinieres
Iron
Antique Early 17th Century French Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Iron
Early 20th Century North American Primitive Blanket Chests
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century German Primitive Trunks and Luggage
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Dining Room Tables
Stone, Bronze, Iron
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
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2010s British Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
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Wood, Beech
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Maple, Walnut
Antique 1890s French Rococo Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
Antique Early 1800s American American Colonial Corner Cupboards
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century English Beds and Bed Frames
Wood
20th Century Italian Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Beech
Early 20th Century German Toys and Dolls
Hide, Wood
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Toys
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dressers
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Children's Furniture
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Colonial Corner Cupboards
Glass, Cherry, Oak
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Beds and Bed Frames
Mohair, Fruitwood
Antique Mid-19th Century American Country Cupboards
Wood, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Toys
Wood
Antique 19th Century Folk Art Toys and Dolls
Iron
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Late 20th Century Chinese Primitive Garden Ornaments
Iron
2010s American Dining Room Tables
Resin
Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Iron
Early 20th Century American Armchairs
2010s American Dining Room Tables
Resin
2010s American Dining Room Tables
Resin
2010s American Dining Room Tables
Resin
2010s American Dining Room Tables
Resin
2010s American Dining Room Tables
Resin
Antique Late 19th Century American Machine Age Mounted Objects
Iron
Antique 18th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Tables
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century French Primitive Serving Pieces
Copper, Iron
Antique Early 19th Century French Primitive Serving Pieces
Copper, Iron
Antique Early 19th Century French Primitive Serving Pieces
Copper, Iron
Antique 19th Century American Primitive Mirrors
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Primitives
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Primitives
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Country Primitives
Iron
Antique 19th Century Primitives
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Primitives
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Primitives
Iron
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Primitives
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Country Primitives
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Adirondack Primitives
Iron
Antique 1880s American Country Primitives
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Primitives
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Primitives
Antique 19th Century English Primitives
Antique Late 19th Century Mexican Adirondack Primitives
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Primitives
Iron
Antique Early 1900s French Industrial Mounted Objects
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Primitives
Wood
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Primitives
Iron
Early 20th Century American Primitives
20th Century American Tables
Iron, Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Toys
Iron
Vintage 1910s Primitive Fountains
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Primitive Urns
Iron
Antique Early 1800s French Primitive Signs
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Industrial Blanket Chests
Iron
Early 20th Century American Primitive Antiquities
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Primitive Animal Sculptures
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Primitive Historical Memorabilia
Iron
Early 20th Century Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Colonial Antiquities
Wood
Early 20th Century Country Jars
Wood
Early 20th Century Korean Primitive Furniture
Iron
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Iron
Antique 19th Century Primitive Historical Memorabilia
Iron
Antique 16th Century French Gothic Fireplaces and Mantels
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Primitive Architectural Elements
Metal
Antique 1890s American Primitive Primitives
Iron
20th Century American Adirondack Primitives
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Primitives
Iron
Antique 1880s Chinese Primitives
Antique Late 19th Century American Country Primitives
Iron
Vintage 1930s American Country Primitives
Iron
Early 20th Century American Country Primitives
Iron
Early 20th Century American Country Primitives
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Primitives
Brass, Iron
Primitive Cast Iron For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Primitive 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
- Do cast iron Firebacks work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.
- How do I hang a cast iron bell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
- Do cast iron tables rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
- When were cast iron beds made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
- Does cast-iron furniture rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.