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Italy Wrought Iron Giant Lantern
By DD Dimore
Located in Brescia, IT
This is a charming lantern that was made in Italy in iron. The finish is in lacquer mat black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Italy Wrought Iron Giant Lantern
Italy Wrought Iron Giant Lantern
H 43.71 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in
Ma39 Giant Iron Round Wall Mirror
By ma+39
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ma39 giant iron round wall mirror. Measures: Diameter 42" Linear design with a nod to the past
Category

2010s Italian Minimalist Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass, Iron

French Gothic Style Wrought Iron Giant Key Locksmith Trade Sign
Located in Stamford, CT
French wrought iron black painted locksmith trade sign in the form of a large and elaborate key
Category

Early 20th Century French Gothic Mounted Objects

Materials

Wrought Iron

Giant Iron Gothic Arch Paul Ferrante Wall Lanterns w/ Milk Glass Panels 'Pair'
By Paul Ferrante
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of gigantic, iron wall lanterns in a dome-capped, hexagon shape, with gothic arched panels
Category

Late 20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Giant Shell Fountain 20th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Giant shell fountain the structure is in iron and the springs are in authentic giant shell
Category

20th Century Spanish Modern Fountains

Materials

Iron

Giant Shell Fountain 20th Century
Giant Shell Fountain 20th Century
H 76.78 in Dm 23.63 in
Giant Midcentury Eiffel Tower
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
The iconic ultimate in French symbols. Fabulous blacksmith work, in old rivetted iron from the
Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Giant Midcentury Eiffel Tower
Giant Midcentury Eiffel Tower
H 127.96 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Blacksmith Made French Hat and Coat Rack, in the form of a Giant Key
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Blacksmith made French hat and coat rack, in the form of a giant key This large quirky hat and
Category

Early 20th Century Folk Art Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Monumental Antique Trunk Giant Blanket Chest
Located in Somis, CA
woods. Clean, original interior. Stunning solid iron hardware. This trunk chest almost has a Spanish
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Giant Vintage French Workbench Early 20th Century
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
This workbench is a real work table for the craftsman as for the cabinetmaker. The base, consisting of four legs, is made of oak. The top is a thick plane tree wood. This table is ...
Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Credenzas

Materials

Iron

Brutalist chain giant floor lamp from France, 1940
By Franz West
Located in Lyon, FR
Exceptionnel brutalist floor lamp, anonymous work from the 1940s, made in France. 185cm height floor lamp composed of welded chain, and featuring a mysterious "K" signature in the mi...
Category

Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Giant Forest Green Branch Chandelier w/ Onyx Crystals by Luciano Tempo
By Luciano Tempo
Located in San Francisco, CA
stone spears and 6 lights. Designed by Luciano Tempo and made of reeded cast iron with forest-green
Category

Late 20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Onyx, Iron

Arts and Crafts Stick Stand Made from Giant Bamboo
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
, going back to 1880 Giant Bamboo with Arts and Crafts Iron work strapping and curly feet The Stand is in
Category

Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Umbrella Stands

Materials

Bamboo

Wrought Iron Sculptures Of Life Size Flamingos
Located in Madrid, ES
2 FLAMINGOS. HOT WORKED WROUGHT IRON AND GIANT SHELL BODY. THE EYES ARE IN TRANSLUCENT VIOLET
Category

Vintage 1940s Animal Sculptures

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Sculptures Of Life Size Flamingos
Wrought Iron Sculptures Of Life Size Flamingos
H 43.31 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in
Giant Art Deco Brass Fountain Pen and Mechanical Pencil Display Models
By Wahl Eversharp Co
Located in Hanover, MA
writing pens depicted by these giant replicas. Both have spectacular engine turned Art Deco styling
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Signs

Materials

Brass

Wall Coat Rack with Key Shape, Wrought Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching gold gilt hand-forged iron coat / hat rack in the form of a giant key. Spain, 1940s
Category

20th Century Spanish Gothic Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Monumental Spanish Revival hand-forged iron full-length body mirror
Located in View Park, CA
A custom monumental hand-forged iron mirror with industrial and brutalist attributes by designer
Category

Early 2000s American Brutalist Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Quirky Retro Wrought Iron Hall Stand, Hats Coats and Umbrellas
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Quirky retro wrought iron hall stand, hats coats and umbrellas This is an Unusual Hat & Coat
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

Floor Candle Stands with 9 Candles, Wrought Iron, Spainish Medieval Style
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
iron (not hollow) Spanish standing chandelier from a palace or even a chapel or church It has 8
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival More Lighting

Materials

Iron

Iron Gothic Arch Paul Ferrante Wall Lanterns w/ Milk Glass Panels 'Pair'
By Paul Ferrante
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair of iron wall lanterns in a dome-capped, hexagon shape, with gothic arched panels and twisted
Category

Late 20th Century Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron, Brass

Pair of Large Rosebush Forged Iron Wall Lights, France, circa 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
4.3" Delicately worked unique wrought iron giant sconces, sold as a set of two. Very large, fabulous
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

HUGE Pair of 13-Light Handforged Wrought Iron Castle Chandeliers w. Gothic Crown
Located in Lisse, NL
find someone capable of hand-forging pieces of this size. The frames of these two giant chandeliers are
Category

20th Century European Medieval Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron, Metal

Very Rare, Tridacna Gigas Clam Shell on a Custom Iron Base
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredibly rare, giant clamshell sitting on a custom, abstract style iron base. The perfect
Category

Late 20th Century Oceanic Garden Ornaments

Materials

Shell

Mid-Century Modern Movable Elephant Made of Rope and Iron Wire by Jørgen Bloch
By Jorgen Bloch
Located in Doornspijk, NL
This adorable giant is powerfully knotted from coarse sisal rope. The position in which the tail
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wire

Single Yua Wenga Currency from the Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A single Yua Wenga currency from the early 20th century on custom iron stand. This antique tribal
Category

Early 20th Century Papua New Guinean Natural Specimens

Materials

Bone

Magnavox Television Factory TV Sign, circa 1950s
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Incredible giant TV sign that graced the circa 1950s . Magnavox TV factory in Utah. Just under 11
Category

Vintage 1950s American Steampunk Signs

Materials

Iron, Sheet Metal

'Halo Giga' Deep Blue Floor Lamp or Color Projector by Mandalaki Studio
By Mandalaki Studio
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
in a unique and modern way by allowing them to project a giant sun on the facade of the building wall
Category

2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Antique Brass Czech Orrery Astronomical Instruments Made by Jan Felkl in 1870
By Jan Felkl
Located in Milan, IT
the nineteenth century. Cast iron base, papier mâché´ globe, with detailed territorial map and oceanic
Category

Antique 1860s Czech Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Lapin Fur, 1971
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
furniture led to shaping all the parts like a giant soft cushion. “Le Bambole”, said Bellini, “are not
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Pouf for B&B Italia, Lapin Fur, 1971
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
led to shaping all the parts like a giant soft cushion. “Le Bambole”, said Bellini, “are not covered
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

'Halo Giga' Sunset Red Floor Lamp or Color Projector by Mandalaki Studio
By Mandalaki Studio
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
in a unique and modern way by allowing them to project a giant sun on the facade of the building wall
Category

2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Living Room Set for B&B Italia, Lapin Fur, 1971
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
a new shape for upholstered furniture led to shaping all the parts like a giant soft cushion. “Le
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

1-Light Camelia Flower Wall Sconce by Martyn Lawrence Bullard
By Martyn Lawrence Bullard
Located in West Hollywood, CA
she wore, even working giant silk camellias into her fashion shows. The glamour and whimsical elegance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Deep Blue Halo Giga Floor Lamp by Mandalaki
By Mandalaki Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
, brass, iron, glass Available in other light color, for ceiling and outdoor installation Weight: 2kg
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Sunset Red Halo Giga Floor Lamp by Mandalaki
By Mandalaki Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
, brass, iron, glass. Available in other light color, for ceiling and outdoor installation. Weight
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Aluminum, Brass

Mario Bellini "Le Bambole" Sofa for B&B Italia, Faux-Fur, 1971, Set of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
. The search for a new shape for upholstered furniture: all parts are shaped like a giant soft cushion
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Iron

DeCastelli Large Babele Tower Bookcase in Brass by Martinelli Venezia
By DeCastelli, Martinelli Venezia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kircher’s legendary depiction of the Tower of Babel, also conceptually linked to the giant library of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

DeCastelli Small Babele Tower Bookcase in Copper by Martinelli Venezia
By DeCastelli, Martinelli Venezia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Kircher’s legendary depiction of the Tower of Babel, also conceptually linked to the giant library of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Copper

Mid Century Modern Silas Seandel Style Brutalist Lotus Coffee Table Gilt Copper
By Silas Seandel
Located in El Cajon, CA
Iconic design piece of mixed metal with gilt finish. Torch cut giant lotus flower blossoms inside a
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Moooi Construction Medium Suspension Lamp in Black Powder Coated Aluminum
By Joost van Bleiswijk, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the vast number of combinations possible with the tools and bolts present in his giant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Moooi Construction Large Suspension Lamp in White Aluminum with Wooden Slats
By Joost van Bleiswijk, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the vast number of combinations possible with the tools and bolts present in his giant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Edwardian Shoe Shop or Cobblers Trade Sign, Leather Boot Display Model
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
piece, it is a giant size Leather boot, painted on the one side of the boot is ”Boot Makers and Menders
Category

Early 20th Century Bohemian Signs

Materials

Leather

Moooi Construction Large Suspension Lamp in Black Powder Coated Aluminum
By Moooi, Joost van Bleiswijk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the vast number of combinations possible with the tools and bolts present in his giant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Group of Altarpiece - Antwerpen, 16th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
with a red-hot iron, refers to a legend about a giant hand-cutter who terrorized the population before
Category

Antique 16th Century Belgian Renaissance Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Oak

Group of Altarpiece - Antwerpen, 16th century
Group of Altarpiece - Antwerpen, 16th century
H 12.41 in W 15.36 in D 2.56 in
LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 02TP 01 Wash Your Mouth
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 06TP 01 Beauty is Nothing
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 06TP 01 Beauty is Nothing
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 02TP 01 Wash Your Mouth
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 01TP 01 Snakes Storm
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 07TP 01 Bye bye
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 07TP 01 Bye bye
LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 07TP 01 Bye bye
H 122.05 in W 196.86 in D 0.14 in
LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 07TP 01 Bye bye
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 07TP 01 Bye bye
LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 07TP 01 Bye bye
H 122.05 in W 157.49 in D 0.14 in
LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 01TP 01 Snakes Storm
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 01TP 01 Snakes Storm
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

Londonart Exclusive Wallpaper, 06TP 01 Beauty Is Nothing
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 02TP 01 Wash Your Mouth
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 07tp 01 Bye Bye
By Toiletpaper
Located in Milan, IT
evocations, sexual obsessions, ambiguities, creating complex orchestrations that ironize showing a new
Category

2010s Italian Wallpaper

Materials

Other

LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 07tp 01 Bye Bye
LondonArt Exclusive Wallpaper, 07tp 01 Bye Bye
H 122.05 in W 118.12 in D 0.14 in
Marvel Comics Library, Avengers, Vol. 1. 1963–1965, Limited Collector's Ed Book
By TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
incredible (Hulk), the invincible (Iron Man) and the mighty (Thor). Still, Marvel editor in chief Stan Lee
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Books

Materials

Aluminum

Hunt Brother Circus & Wild West Show Three-Sheet Broadside, circa 1900-1910
Located in York County, PA
manager and master of ceremonies. Feralto, the strongman, was known as the “Skeleton Giant.” Hunt did a
Category

Early 20th Century American Posters

Materials

Paper

Art Nouveau Southern French Fayance art pottery FLOOR VASE rare colours&pattern
Located in Kumhausen, DE
discontent. The flickering giant-shadows, gathering near, Closed round me with a dim and silent fear. All
Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Pottery

Iron Giant, the 1999 Poster
Located in London, GB
In this animated adaptation of Ted Hughes' Cold War fable, a giant alien robot (Vin Diesel) crash
Category

1990s American Posters

Materials

Paper

Iron Giant, the 1999  Poster
Iron Giant, the 1999  Poster
H 40 in W 27 in D 0.1 in
Giant Diner Coffee Pot
Located in Aurora, OR
an east coast diner and is completely handmade from iron and sheet metal. It has been mounted on four
Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art Outsider and Self Taught Art

Materials

Steel, Iron

Giant Diner Coffee Pot
Giant Diner Coffee Pot
H 84 in W 65 in D 32 in
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The Iron Giant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic the iron giant available at 1stDibs. A the iron giant — often made from metal, iron and other — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a the iron giant, we have 34 options in-stock, while there are 27 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a the iron giant — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A the iron giant made by modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made the iron giant over the years, but those crafted by Joost van Bleiswijk, Mandalaki Studio and Moooi are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a The Iron Giant?

Prices for a the iron giant start at $200 and top out at $27,152 with the average selling for $2,840.
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    The Balenciaga Giant 12 is a version of the brand’s popular City Bag. It’s a large handbag that’s reminiscent of the original version of the Motorcycle bags from the 1990s. Not only is it a big bag, but it features large, noteworthy hardware that makes it a standout. Shop a collection of authentic Balenciaga purses from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Giant perfume bottles are called factices. Normally, luxury fragrance brands use these oversized bottles at cosmetic counters for display purposes. They can also function as decorative objects. You'll find a selection of factices from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    In nature, you can find giant clam shells along the shorelines of the Philippines and in the Sabah coral reefs in Malaysian Borneo. To purchase giant clam shells, check out reputable online platforms, auction houses and antique stores. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of giant clam shells.
  • 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The earliest iron beds trace back to 17th-century Italy, where infestations of bed bugs and moths led crafters to produce handmade metal furniture for bedrooms. In the late 1800s, the beds came into fashion again because many people thought they were simpler to clean. You'll find a variety of antique iron beds on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Wrought iron is a highly refined iron alloy that is tough, malleable, corrosion resistant and easily welded. It is no longer produced on a commercial scale. Many items, including garden furniture, referred to today as wrought iron are actually made of mild steel. They are called wrought iron because they resemble objects that in the past were “wrought” by hand, rather than cast.

  • 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.
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    Iron doors were first used around the 10th century during the Middle Ages. Wrought iron doors fortified castles, towns and other high-invasion areas. As the designs and intricacies improved over time, heavily detailed doors became a status symbol for the upper-middle class and places of worship. Shop a selection of iron doors 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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    No, wrought iron is not stronger than steel.

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    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.
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  • 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.
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    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.
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    One way to tell if wrought iron is vintage is to look for markings that indicate who produced it. Markings may appear on the underside, back and legs of wrought iron furniture. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer if you can't find markings or have difficulty dating a piece. Shop a variety of wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.