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  • Antique French 2-Piece Cast Iron Dolphin Fountain, Circa 1900
    Located in Dallas, TX
    Dating to circa 1900, this French dolphin fountain consists of two pieces of cast iron that have developed a wonderful oxidized and verdigris patina. The vertical dolphin has a rising tail that intertwines around a bouquet of typha (commonly referred to as cattail or bulrush). Designed to be affixed to a wall, the downward-facing dolphin has an open mouth, allowing water to fill the scalloped shell basin below. The basin has a height of five and a quarter inches, with an existing drainage hole. Both items are highly detailed, from scales of the dolphin to the striations of the shell. The iron has developed a greenish-brown patina with traces of orange oxidation, resulting in exposure to the elements. Our two-piece cast iron dolphin...
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    Antique Early 1900s French Fountains

    Materials

    Metal, Iron

  • Pair of Antique French Cast Iron Balcony Planters/Ornaments, circa 1900
    Located in Dallas, TX
    These fabulous antique French rusted objects are known as “Balconniers”. A balconniere is a special ornamental planter that is attached or hung from balcony. These would have been ca...
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    Early 20th Century French Architectural Elements

    Materials

    Iron

  • Antique Cast Iron Pharmacy Scale from Spain, 19th Century
    Located in Dallas, TX
    A unique piece of scientific equipment, this antique cast iron scale would have been used in a Spanish pharmacy during the 1800s. The main cast...
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    Antique 19th Century Spanish Scientific Instruments

    Materials

    Iron

  • Period Louis XIV Oak and Iron Domed Trunk, Northeast France, Circa 1700
    Located in Dallas, TX
    A fantastic example of a period Louis XIV trunk, the oak body, which features a domed top, is bound with ornate iron strapwork. The trunk originated in northeast France and was hand-...
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    Antique Early 1700s French Louis XIV Trunks and Luggage

    Materials

    Metal, Iron

  • Antique French Cast Iron Fountain Facade, Circa 1890
    Located in Dallas, TX
    Originally the back wall of a French fountain, this cast iron fountain façade is from circa 1890. The iron has oxidized due to exposure to the elements, giving it a fantastic brown a...
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    Antique Late 19th Century French Fountains

    Materials

    Metal, Iron

  • Antique French Wrought Iron Wine Bottle Cradle, Circa 1900
    Located in Dallas, TX
    A charming wrought iron wine bottle cradle from France, circa 1900, this wine accessory features sprawling grapevines that run up each side, forming legs that are attached to an open...
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    Early 20th Century French Barware

    Materials

    Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

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  • Set of Cast Iron Vibrantly Painted Decorative Doorstops, Circa 1900
    Located in Hollywood, SC
    Set of cast iron vibrantly painted decorative doorstops, Early 20th century. Set consist of elephant, rabbit, lion, two cats, two young ladies and country cottage. Select doorstops a...
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    Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Models and Miniatures

  • Two Painted Cast Iron Antique Car Door Stops or Book Ends
    By Sexton
    Located in Nova Scotia, NS
    This fabulous pair of painted cast iron antique cars can be used as door stops, book ends, or shelf décor. One is a red, early Model T Ford with gold and ...
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    Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

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  • 19th Century French Patinated Black and Gilt Wrought Iron Book Binding Press
    Located in Dallas, TX
    This antique paper binding press was forged in France, circa 1870. The Classic "Presse a Relier" made of solid iron is almost square in shape; the base is connected to the manual scr...
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    Antique Mid-19th Century French Books

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  • French Wooden and Iron Cheese Press, circa 1900
    Located in Atlanta, GA
    Having a double trestle base and a threaded press, the surface with a raised edge and a drain spout.
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    Antique Early 1900s French Scientific Instruments

  • 18th Century French Cast Iron Bound Strong Box, c.1740
    Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
    Antique mid-18th century cast iron travel safe. Probably manufactured in France for storing money, important documents or jewellery. It would have been taken on long travels, perhaps on a long sea voyage or on the Orient express...
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    Antique 18th Century French Trunks and Luggage

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    Iron

  • Antique 19th C. Cast Iron Classical Figural Dolphin Victorian Book Press
    Located in Philadelphia, PA
    Antique 19th C. Cast Iron Classical Figural Dolphin Victorian Book Press. Item features Intricate supports with dolphins and fluted columns, acanthus accented base, substantial and h...
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    Antique 19th Century Victorian Historical Memorabilia

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