Cast Iron Winged Griffin

Decorative cast iron winged griffin facade ornament. From a building on Michigan Ave in Chicago.

Decorative cast iron winged griffin façade ornament from Chicago's Michigan Ave.

Cast iron facade ornament used to houses scaffolding. Excellent original patina.

Argentina (made in England) cast iron railroad marker. Very cool.

This magnificent garden sculpture, originating from France in the 19th century, stands as a testament to the craftsmanship and artistic fervor of the era. Crafted from cast iron with...

This is a cast-iron figural eagle doorstop, circa early 20th century. The eagle is depicted with wings spread wide, perched and mounted to a square marble base. The eagle retains traces of its original gilt surface and is embossed with “F.O.E.” at its midsection, possibly referring to the Fraternal Order of Eagles.   The eagle is both the national bird and the national animal of the United States. The eagle motif has been widely used throughout American history, most notably as part of our Great Seal. The founders of the United States were fond of comparing their new republic with the Roman Republic, in which eagle imagery, usually the golden eagle, was prominent. On June 20, 1782, the Continental Congress adopted the design for the Great Seal of the United States...

Set of dining table and armchairs. Garden or Patio Furniture. Indoor and outdoor.

19th century Beaux Arts. Neoclassical cast iron statue of “The Arts” A winged male figure with an artist palette in his left hand and a torch in his r...