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Material: Iron
Folk Art Copper Pig Weathervane Object on Iron Base
Folk Art Copper Pig Weathervane Object on Iron Base

Folk Art Copper Pig Weathervane Object on Iron Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking vintage copper pig sculpture featuring a beautifully aged verdigris patina and charming folk art character. This decorative object is crafted fro...

Category

Late 19th Century North American Folk Art Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Copper, Iron

Wrought Iron Farm Animal Fire Screen by Atelier Marolles, France, 1955
Wrought Iron Farm Animal Fire Screen by Atelier Marolles, France, 1955

Wrought Iron Farm Animal Fire Screen by Atelier Marolles, France, 1955

By Jean Touret, Atelier Marolles

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

Incredible wrought iron farm animal fire screen by Atelier Marolles, France, 1955. Unique decorative piece showcasing a grid of charming barnyard animals including oxen, roosters, pi...

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Iron Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Pair of Wrought Iron "Rat de Cave" Candleholders – Normandy, 19th Century
Pair of Wrought Iron "Rat de Cave" Candleholders – Normandy, 19th Century

Pair of Wrought Iron "Rat de Cave" Candleholders – Normandy, 19th Century

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A rare and superb pair of rat de cave candleholders, hand-forged in wrought iron with wooden elements, Normandy, France, 18th century. Crafted by hand, featuring the traditional spir...

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Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Coffee Grinder
19th Century Coffee Grinder

19th Century Coffee Grinder

Located in Louisville, KY

This well-preserved piece of American Coffee history is a site to behold. With it's ornately decorated iron grinder sitting atop an oak base joined with beautiful small dovetail jo...

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Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Bookbinding Press Screw Nipping Press
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Bookbinding Press Screw Nipping Press

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Bookbinding Press Screw Nipping Press

Located in Tyler, TX

EXCELLENT Antique Victorian Cast Iron Book Press~~c. 19th century Beautiful decorative Victorian era green book press nipping press 13" tall x...

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Late 19th Century English British Colonial Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Vintage Folk Art Santa Claus on Reindeer Balancing Kinetic Sculptured
Vintage Folk Art Santa Claus on Reindeer Balancing Kinetic Sculptured

Vintage Folk Art Santa Claus on Reindeer Balancing Kinetic Sculptured

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A charming vintage folk art kinetic sculpture depicting Santa Claus riding a leaping reindeer, captured in a dynamic and whimsical balancing composition. Handcrafted in painted metal...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Iron Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Hand Painted Carretto Siciliano - Smaller Working Child’s Cart
Antique Hand Painted Carretto Siciliano - Smaller Working Child’s Cart

Antique Hand Painted Carretto Siciliano - Smaller Working Child’s Cart

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A Sicilian cart, also known as a Caretto Siciliano, which is a traditional, ornate goat or donkey-drawn cart from Sicily. The hand-crafted, wooden market cart dating back to the 19th...

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19th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Whimsical Cast Iron kinetic Figural Folk Art Toy with Knight and Dragon Motif
Whimsical Cast Iron kinetic Figural Folk Art Toy with Knight and Dragon Motif

Whimsical Cast Iron kinetic Figural Folk Art Toy with Knight and Dragon Motif

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A highly decorative and whimsical cast iron figural andiron, featuring a dramatic narrative scene of a medieval knight poised in combat with a stylized dragon. The composition is ric...

Category

Mid-20th Century Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Vintage Folk Art Balancing Baseball Player Kinetic Sculpture
Vintage Folk Art Balancing Baseball Player Kinetic Sculpture

Vintage Folk Art Balancing Baseball Player Kinetic Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Whimsical and full of character, this charming vintage folk art kinetic sculpture depicts a baseball player balancing atop a bat. Expertly crafted and hand-painted, the figure featur...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Iron Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Iron

Early 20thC Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post Water Pump Combination
Early 20thC Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post Water Pump Combination

Early 20thC Cast Iron Horse Head Hitching Post Water Pump Combination

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Rare and fabulous hard to find hitching post with a spigot for a water pump. Excellent catings and in wonderful condition with nonormal wear from age and use. Please see all pics an...

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1920s American American Classical Vintage Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Silver handle walking stick, depicting the head of a horse Germany 1900.
Silver handle walking stick, depicting the head of a horse Germany 1900.

Silver handle walking stick, depicting the head of a horse Germany 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

Walking stick: silver handle, depicting the head of a horse. Ebony wood shaft. Metal ferrule, brass and iron. Germany circa 1900.

Category

Early 20th Century German Iron Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Silver, Brass, Iron

Early 20th Century Antique High Wheel Bicycle
Early 20th Century Antique High Wheel Bicycle

Early 20th Century Antique High Wheel Bicycle

Located in Stamford, CT

Fabulous high wheeler bicycle, I believe from the Early 20th century circa 1920s. It seems to be a size smaller than a Penny Farthing and larger than a chil...

Category

Early 20th Century Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Antique American Country Clothes Iron
Antique American Country Clothes Iron

Antique American Country Clothes Iron

Located in Queens, NY

American Country-style (19th Century) wrought iron clothes iron with wood handle

Category

19th Century American British Colonial Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19thc Brass Skimming Ladle or Chest Nut Roaster
19thc Brass Skimming Ladle or Chest Nut Roaster

19thc Brass Skimming Ladle or Chest Nut Roaster

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc Cast iron and bronze skimmer or chest nut roaster. This metal item can with stand extreme heats and is a great piece as a decoration or for actual intended use. If using as as...

Category

19th Century American Folk Art Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Brass, Iron

Three Hand-forged Wrought Iron Trivets 18th Century Italian Iron Rests
Three Hand-forged Wrought Iron Trivets 18th Century Italian Iron Rests

Three Hand-forged Wrought Iron Trivets 18th Century Italian Iron Rests

Located in Milano, MI

From Italy a unique set of three 18th and 19th century assorted Italian flat iron trivets used to place hot irons to protect the preservation of tables, cloth and from hot charcoal a...

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Late 18th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Copper Pot with Iron Strapping
19th Century French Copper Pot with Iron Strapping

19th Century French Copper Pot with Iron Strapping

Located in High Point, NC

19th century copper pot with iron strapping from France. This copper pot is amazing! The quality of the craftsmanship is second to none. The pot is dovetailed together and has a r...

Category

19th Century French Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Copper, Iron

Vintage Folk Art Parrot Balancing Kinetic Sculpture
Vintage Folk Art Parrot Balancing Kinetic Sculpture

Vintage Folk Art Parrot Balancing Kinetic Sculpture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vibrant vintage folk art kinetic sculpture depicting a stylized parrot perched in a graceful curved form. Crafted in hand-cut and painted metal, the bird features bold red, yellow,...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Iron Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Iron

Art Nouveau walking stick depicting the dance of a capercaillie. Austria 1900.
Art Nouveau walking stick depicting the dance of a capercaillie. Austria 1900.

Art Nouveau walking stick depicting the dance of a capercaillie. Austria 1900.

Located in Milan, IT

Walking stick: liberty silver knob, depicting the dance of a capercaillie in love, in the background oak branches, with leaves and acorns. Ebony wood barrel. Brass and iron metal tip...

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Iron Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Silver, Brass, Iron

19th Century Firedogs, Figural Andirons, Musketeer, Cast Iron, 29 cm
19th Century Firedogs, Figural Andirons, Musketeer, Cast Iron, 29 cm

19th Century Firedogs, Figural Andirons, Musketeer, Cast Iron, 29 cm

Located in Greven, DE

Pair of andirons with a bust of a french "Mousquetaire". France, 1880-1900. Solid iron in good condition according to its age. Firedogs are used as a holder for firewood in a firepl...

Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19th C Iron Chicago Trains
19th C Iron Chicago Trains

19th C Iron Chicago Trains

$716Sale Price / set|20% Off

19th C Iron Chicago Trains

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of cast iron trains marked Chicago Rook Island & Pacific R. R. Good condition.

Category

Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Antique Wooden Wheelchair
Antique Wooden Wheelchair

Antique Wooden Wheelchair

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1900. We offer this rare Wooden Wheelchair. Crafted in wood and Iron, the wheelchair showcases impeccable workmanship that speaks to the heart ...

Category

1890s American Industrial Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Set of Four 18th Century Blue and White Delft Tiles, 1780s
Set of Four 18th Century Blue and White Delft Tiles, 1780s

Set of Four 18th Century Blue and White Delft Tiles, 1780s

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Set of Four 18th Century Blue and White Delft Tiles Framed in Custom Iron Frame. Wonderful piece to display.

Category

Late 18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Wonderful Antique Lion's Head in Polychrome and Cast Iron on Stand
Wonderful Antique Lion's Head in Polychrome and Cast Iron on Stand

Wonderful Antique Lion's Head in Polychrome and Cast Iron on Stand

Located in Meer, VAN

Antique Lion's Head in Polychrome and Cast Iron on Stand Just a wonderful antique lion’s head in heavy cast iron on a later stand. The lion most probably used to be a door ornament ...

Category

19th Century European Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19th Century Hand Forged Bear Trap
19th Century Hand Forged Bear Trap

19th Century Hand Forged Bear Trap

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Hand forged bear trap with extra-large pan, serrated jaws attached by rivets. Unique chain attachment opposite the pan toggle. From the patina and wear this one appears to have been "a found" piece from the early 19th or 18th century. Period: First half 19th century or 19th century Size: 9" jaws; overall 6" x 32" x 12" H Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. antique hunting traps...

Category

19th Century American Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Horse Doorstop Signed Hunter
Cast Iron Horse Doorstop Signed Hunter

Cast Iron Horse Doorstop Signed Hunter

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cast iron horse doorstop Signed Hunter. Copyright 1949. VA Metal Crafters, Waynesboro, VA.

Category

20th Century American American Classical Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Spanish 'Hachero' Traditional Ancient Wrought Iron Candleholder, circa 1930
Spanish 'Hachero' Traditional Ancient Wrought Iron Candleholder, circa 1930

Spanish 'Hachero' Traditional Ancient Wrought Iron Candleholder, circa 1930

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish 'Hachero' traditional ancient wrought iron candleholder. By unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and us...

Category

1930s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Iron Antiquities

Materials

Wrought Iron

19thc Rochester Iron Works Windmill Weight Horse
19thc Rochester Iron Works Windmill Weight Horse

19thc Rochester Iron Works Windmill Weight Horse

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19thc Rocherst NY Windmill weight in original white painted surface. the form is the very best and in great condition. wonderful old surface.

Category

19th Century American Adirondack Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Iron and wood horse shaped food chopper, England, 1890.
Iron and wood horse shaped food chopper, England, 1890.

Iron and wood horse shaped food chopper, England, 1890.

Located in Milan, IT

Antique Iron and wood horse shaped food chopper. The iron slab has been cut with a horse silouette, The superior and inferior edges have been slightly grinded, while the curved lower...

Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Set of Two Cow- and Sheep Bells Austrian Mountain Pasture, circa 1900
Set of Two Cow- and Sheep Bells Austrian Mountain Pasture, circa 1900

Set of Two Cow- and Sheep Bells Austrian Mountain Pasture, circa 1900

Located in Vienna, AT

For sale is a beautiful and unique set of to Austrian mountain pasture bells- one of them a cow bell, the other a sheep bell. They were most likely made and...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

20th Century Sunflower Black Wrought Oversized Iron Hand Forged Andirons
20th Century Sunflower Black Wrought Oversized Iron Hand Forged Andirons

20th Century Sunflower Black Wrought Oversized Iron Hand Forged Andirons

Located in Essex, MA

20th century wrought iron hand forged black sunflower andirons with scrolled legs and hitching post loop in the middle these spectacular andirons measure. Tall. Lovely large size.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Iron Antiquities

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique 19th Century Trump Brothers Co. Treadle Scroll Saw Machine
Antique 19th Century Trump Brothers Co. Treadle Scroll Saw Machine

Antique 19th Century Trump Brothers Co. Treadle Scroll Saw Machine

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a 19th century Trump Brothers Co. from Wilmington, Delaware Treadle Scroll Saw Machine. It depicts a rectangular wood base with a tall wide piece of wood standing in 90 degre...

Category

19th Century American Industrial Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19th Century Brass Locomotive Bell
19th Century Brass Locomotive Bell

19th Century Brass Locomotive Bell

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Brass locomotive bell complete with original cast iron yoke and cast iron mounting base to go on the engine. 24"H x 24" x 15". These bells were first i...

Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Brass, Iron

18th-Century Colonial Trunk
18th-Century Colonial Trunk

18th-Century Colonial Trunk

Located in Guadalajra, Jal

A 19th-century colonial trunk distinguished by its magnificent, hand-crafted joinery. The intricate construction and warm aged patina highlight the skill of early artisans. A rare an...

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Mid-18th Century Mexican Rustic Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19th Century Firedogs, Andirons, Plain Design, Cast Iron, 42 cm
19th Century Firedogs, Andirons, Plain Design, Cast Iron, 42 cm

19th Century Firedogs, Andirons, Plain Design, Cast Iron, 42 cm

Located in Greven, DE

Wonderful plain pair of andirons. France, 1880-1900. Solid iron in good condition according to its age. Firedogs are used as a holder for firewood in a fireplace. They are also know...

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Antique cast iron bench press for pharmacy caps, France, mid-19th century.
Antique cast iron bench press for pharmacy caps, France, mid-19th century.

Antique cast iron bench press for pharmacy caps, France, mid-19th century.

Located in Milan, IT

A rare cast iron apothecary cap holder, traditionally used to reduce the size of caps for medicine bottles. Decorated with floral motifs and a serpent, the emblem of Asclepius, the g...

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Mid-19th Century French Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Stylized Cast Iron Doorstop Sphinx with Pyramid and Original Paint
Art Deco Stylized Cast Iron Doorstop Sphinx with Pyramid and Original Paint

Art Deco Stylized Cast Iron Doorstop Sphinx with Pyramid and Original Paint

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Elegantly cast Art Deco Stylized Sphinx with Pyramid and in original paint Door Stop. Finished on both sides and retains most of the original color.

Category

1930s American Art Deco Vintage Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Key, High Period (Haute Époque)
Wrought Iron Key, High Period (Haute Époque)

Wrought Iron Key, High Period (Haute Époque)

Located in NANTES, FR

Wrought Iron Key, High Period (Haute Époque) M3660 For condition, we note oxidation and signs of wear due to use. Our photos allow you to appreciate the quality of this key. Please...

Category

19th Century Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

1930s Hubbly Horse and Carriage Door Stop
1930s Hubbly Horse and Carriage Door Stop

1930s Hubbly Horse and Carriage Door Stop

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1930s Original Hubbly painted horse and buggy carriage in all original paint. Double sided. Great size with wonderful colors. On the side of the buggy carriage inscribed is as follo...

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Key, Early Period (Haute Époque), with Use Patina
Wrought Iron Key, Early Period (Haute Époque), with Use Patina

Wrought Iron Key, Early Period (Haute Époque), with Use Patina

Located in NANTES, FR

**Wrought Iron Key, Early Period (Haute Époque), with Use Patina M3655** This Early Period (Haute Époque) key features an interesting mechanism. **Condition:** Shows typical signs ...

Category

19th Century French Industrial Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Important Lock in Sheet Steel from the 17th or 18th Century
Important Lock in Sheet Steel from the 17th or 18th Century

Important Lock in Sheet Steel from the 17th or 18th Century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Very large lock mechanism in forged iron and handcut, formerly painted black. All the elements are riveted, some rivets are extensions of the cups This lock most likely comes from a church or castle door...

Category

Early 1700s French Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Vintage Blacksmith's Anvil
Vintage Blacksmith's Anvil

Vintage Blacksmith's Anvil

Located in Napa, CA

Vintage French, iron and hand forged blacksmith's 'pig' anvil with a beautifully aged texture and patina. A sculptural piece with historic symbolism and substantial weight.  

Category

20th Century French Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Golden iron handle walking stick with acorn, Berlin, Germany 1840.
Golden iron handle walking stick with acorn, Berlin, Germany 1840.

Golden iron handle walking stick with acorn, Berlin, Germany 1840.

Located in Milan, IT

A rare walking stick with gilt brass ferrule and iron tip. Hot-formed ram's horn barrel, iron handle. The shaft, clear, is made by putting it in a hot shape by boiling, sometimes fry...

Category

Mid-19th Century German Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Brass, Iron

Wrought Iron Key, Early Period (Haute Époque)
Wrought Iron Key, Early Period (Haute Époque)

Wrought Iron Key, Early Period (Haute Époque)

Located in NANTES, FR

**Wrought Iron Key, Early Period (Haute Époque) – M3661** Regarding condition, please note oxidation and rust. The ring is deformed, slightly cracked, and heavily worn. Our photos...

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19th Century Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19th C Coffee Grinder
19th C Coffee Grinder

19th C Coffee Grinder

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th C Coffee Grinder. Grinder is in good working condition.

Category

19th Century American Country Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Iron

18th-Century Colonial Sabino Wood Trunk
18th-Century Colonial Sabino Wood Trunk

18th-Century Colonial Sabino Wood Trunk

Located in Guadalajra, Jal

A 18th-century colonial trunk crafted from sabino wood, featuring beautifully aged forged iron detailing. Its original patina and refined workmanship make it a rare and striking exam...

Category

Mid-18th Century Mexican Rustic Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19th Century Carved Bull Sign
19th Century Carved Bull Sign

19th Century Carved Bull Sign

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Carved and painted wood bull sign. Life size head with carved and painted details, real horns fitted to the head by lead sleeves. The top of the head fashioned from a thick sheath of...

Category

Late 19th Century American Folk Art Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Iron

Large Athénienne, Iron with Black Patina, Empire Style, Germany
Large Athénienne, Iron with Black Patina, Empire Style, Germany

Large Athénienne, Iron with Black Patina, Empire Style, Germany

Located in Greding, DE

Large Athénienne crafted from iron with a black patina, supported by three legs terminating in winged lion heads. Resting atop is a basin with gadrooned sides, a domed lid, and three...

Category

19th Century German Empire Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

American Folk Art Painted Metal Horse & Sulky Weathervane
American Folk Art Painted Metal Horse & Sulky Weathervane

American Folk Art Painted Metal Horse & Sulky Weathervane

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Striking early 20th-century American Folk Art weathervane sculpture depicting a trotting horse pulling a racing sulky with jockey. Mounted on a modern black iron display base for tab...

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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Late 18th-Century Mini Trunk
Late 18th-Century Mini Trunk

Late 18th-Century Mini Trunk

Located in Guadalajra, Jal

A rare miniature trunk from late 18th century, crafted in solid wood and adorned with a hand-carved double-headed eagle motif. Pieces of this size and detail are seldom found, especi...

Category

Late 18th Century Mexican Rustic Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Double Cat Hubley Door Stop
Double Cat Hubley Door Stop

Double Cat Hubley Door Stop

Located in Los Angeles, CA

20Thc Original painted Hubley cast iron doorstop in original painted surface.Such wonderful worn patina and surface.A great addition to and collection.

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

19th Century Church Bell
19th Century Church Bell

19th Century Church Bell

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

19th Century church bell from Post Falls with original yoke. Noted on yoke "Crystal Metal No. 2. C.S. Bell & Co. Hillsboro Bell, No. 2 Yoke 1886. 1...

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Brass, Iron, Metal

Pair Of Leprechaun Iron Banks
Pair Of Leprechaun Iron Banks

Pair Of Leprechaun Iron Banks

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These banks are in amazing condition with all original paint.The pair of Leprechaun banks are most unusual and fun that there is a pair.Sold as a matching pair.

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Iron Nutcracker in the Shape of a Cockatoo, 19th Century, Poland
Iron Nutcracker in the Shape of a Cockatoo, 19th Century, Poland

Iron Nutcracker in the Shape of a Cockatoo, 19th Century, Poland

Located in Hamburg, DE

This rare and whimsical 19th-century nutcracker from Poland is crafted from solid cast iron and takes the form of a stylized cockatoo. A nut can be placed in the bird’s beak to be cracked, while a second functional element is integrated into the center of the body – making it a playful yet practical object. The detailed shaping of the feathers and the expressive form reflect the fine craftsmanship of the period and lend the piece a sculptural quality that elevates it far beyond a mere kitchen tool. Nutcracker collecting is a rich and varied field within the world of antiques. While the brightly painted wooden figures from the Erzgebirge are widely known, earlier examples were often made of metal and featured imaginative animal or human forms. Iron nutcrackers...

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Mid-19th Century Polish Belle Époque Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Rare Cast Iron Infant Bath, Late 19th–Early 20th Century
Rare Cast Iron Infant Bath, Late 19th–Early 20th Century

Rare Cast Iron Infant Bath, Late 19th–Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Cast Iron Baby Bath This charming cast iron baby bath dates to the 19th century and exemplifies the utilitarian yet decorative domestic wares produced during the period. Cast in a g...

Category

19th Century French Antique Iron Antiquities

Materials

Iron