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Collection of 7 White Powder Coated Cast Iron Bookends
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
and a monument. These handcrafted cast iron bookends would certainly accentuate your home on a
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Antique H.L. Judd Co Cast Iron Bookends Native American Indian Chief
By H.L. Judd Manufacturing Company
Located in Greer, SC
These high quality cast iron bookends were created by the H.L. Judd Company and made in the early
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 6.1 in W 6.1 in D 2.3 in
Vintage Charles Lindbergh Art Deco The Aviator 1929 Cast Iron Bookends - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Charles Lindbergh Art Deco "The Aviator" 1929 Cast Iron Bookends - a Pair. Circa Early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 5.5 in W 5 in D 1.75 in
"End of the Trail" Bronze Patinated Cast Iron Bookends by Pompeian Bronze
By James Earle Fraser
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of bronze patinated cast iron bookends "End of Trail" by Pompeian Bronze Co., circa 1920s. The
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Bronze, Iron
H 5.875 in W 5.25 in D 1.875 in
Pair of "Fleur de Lis" Cast Iron Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of heavy "Fleur de Lis" cast rron Gazelle bookends, circa 1980s. The bookends are
Category
20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Iron
Antique Bradley & Hubbard Cast Iron Bookends of Authors Dickens & Oliver Holmes
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
composed of cast iron with a bronze patination and depict Charles Dickens and Oliver Wendell Holmes
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 6.25 in W 5 in D 2.5 in
Pair of Cast Iron Bookends w/Camels, by Judd Co. ca. 1920
By Judd Co.
Located in Petaluma, CA
These highly detailed and colorful bookends were made by the Judd Co., one of the most respected
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Iron
Antique Art Deco Egyptian Revival Judd #9900 Embossed Sphinx Cast Iron Bookends
By Judd Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of antique Art Deco Judd model #9900 cast iron Egyptian Revival bookends and date from
Category
Early 20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 5.25 in W 5 in D 2.25 in
1930’s Cast Iron Carrack Ship Bookends - a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of nautical 1930’s cast iron bookends in a copper finish. Shaped like carrack ships with
Category
Vintage 1930s American Rustic Bookends
Materials
Iron
Vintage Cast Iron Eagle Bookends
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Offered is a pair of cast iron eagle bookends. These bookends each feature a perched eagle with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Federal Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Cast Iron Tuxedo Cat Bookends or Doorstops
Located in Red Lion, PA
This charming pair of 20th-century cast iron tuxedo cat bookends captures the elegance and
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of English Cast Copper Patinated Iron Bookends in the Form of Standing Shep
Located in Middleburg, VA
Pair of English Cast Copper Patinated Iron Bookends in the Form of Standing Shepherd Dogs.
A
Category
20th Century English Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Metal, Copper, Iron
H 5 in W 5.5 in D 2 in
Vintage Art Deco Brass Siam Couple Kissing Sculpture Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of antique cast iron bookends depicting an Asian kissing couple. These Art Deco
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Brass
Vintage George Washington Crossing the Delaware River Bookends
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
Presented is a vintage pair of cast iron bookends depicting the now iconic scene of George
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Brass
Vintage Cast Iron Horse Head Bookends
Located in Doylestown, PA
Charming vintage cast iron horse bookends, 1930's. Painted horse heads extend outward in opposite
Category
Vintage 1930s Unknown Rustic Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Cast Iron Liberty Bell Bookends
Located in San Diego, CA
Great and rare pair of patinated cast iron liberty bell bookends nice original condition.
Category
20th Century American American Colonial Bookends
Materials
Iron
Antique Cast Iron Gold Painted 7" Cockatoo Parrot Figurine Bookend Doorstop
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cast Iron Gold Painted 7" Cockatoo Parrot Figurine Bookend Doorstop. Circa 1900
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Bookends
Materials
Iron
1928 Cast Iron Cape Cod Fisherman Bookends - a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of cast iron Cape Cod fisherman bookends. The fisherman smokes a pipe and is reading the
Category
Vintage 1920s American Bookends
Materials
Iron
Antique Cast Iron End of Trail Indian Native American Figural Bookends
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cast Iron End of Trail Indian Native American Figural Bookends. Circa Early to Mid 20th
Category
Early 20th Century American Classical Bookends
Materials
Iron
Antique Art Deco Hubley Cast Iron Geometric Skyscraper Sculpture Bookends
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of antique Art Deco Hubley model #307 cast iron geometric skyscraper bookends and date
Category
Early 20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Iron
Bill Curry for Design Line Nut Bookends, Nickel Chrome, Cast Iron, Signed
By Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in New York, NY
Bill Curry for Design Line Nut Bookends, Nickel Chrome, Cast Iron, Signed. Strong heavy 8 sided nut
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 6.19 in W 6.19 in D 3.32 in
Antique 1929 Connecticut Foundry Cast Iron Rodin's "The Thinker" Bookends
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in San Diego, CA
1929. These are made of cast iron and have the original surface paint. Great details and design. Signed
Category
Early 20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Antique Lion Bookends, English, Cast Iron, Decor, Book Rest, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique lion bookends. An English, cast iron decorative book rest, dating to the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 5.12 in W 7.49 in D 3.94 in
Pair of Bronze and Cast Iron End of the Run Indian Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These heavy iron and bronze bookends are in wonderful condition. They are unsigned.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Bookends
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron Seated Dogs on Black Marble Bookends, Set of 2, c. 1940's
Located in Ross, CA
Vintage set of two bookends, made in Europe in the 1920's -1950's. The bookends are two seated cast
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Marble
1950's Patinated Iron Jax Sculpture Bookends
Located in New York, NY
Classic 1950's pair of patinated cast iron Jax bookend / sculptures.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
Vintage Cast Iron Eagle Snow Birds Pair Circa 1900s
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of cast iron spread-wing eagle bookends. The eagle is shown with its wings fully
Category
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Bookends
Materials
Iron
Antique Art Deco Nude Lady Woman Figural Cast Brass Bookends Hubley Era
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of antique Art Deco nude lady/woman figural cast brass bookends and date from the 1920s
Category
Early 20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Art Deco Gilt Iron WPA Style Foundry Men Bookends Signed NMF 1936
By WPA
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Art Deco Gilt Iron WPA Style Foundry Men Bookends Signed NMF 1936
USA, 1936
A rare and
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 10.5 in W 6.5 in D 2.75 in
Pair of Vintage Cast Iron Scottie Book Ends
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of cast iron Scottie book ends.
Category
20th Century English Bookends
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Cast Iron Siamese Cat Door Stop with Gold Remnant
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Art Deco Modern cast iron Siamese Cat door stop with gold paint remnants. Rare hard to
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 11.25 in W 4 in D 3 in
Pair of Cast Iron Original Paint Hubley Doorstops C1935 Flowers in a Bouquet
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful pair of Hubley Doorstops hand painted cast iron appears to be original surface. One has a
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 10.75 in W 8 in D 2.5 in
Vintage Art Nouveau “Eve” Bookends 1930s by Verona
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of vintage Art Noeveau bookends by Verona. This set in beautifully aged cast iron
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of French Modernist Flèches Bookends
Located in Hanover, MA
Cast iron (blackened and gilt) bookends in modernist neoclassical style of Arbus, Poillerat and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Bronze Wash "Viking Ship" Bookends by Bradley & Hubbard
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in San Diego, CA
features a stunning Viking Ship with large sail. They are made of bronze wash on cast iron and are in good
Category
Early 20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Pair Japanese Brass Duck Garden Sculptures/Bookends
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1203 Japan pair hand cast iron duck garden ornaments/bookends set on a base.
Category
Vintage 1980s Bookends
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Orange Jax Bookend or Door Stop
By Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
of heavy cast iron with a stunning bright orange powder coat that gives character.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
Bill Curry Jacks Sculptures Bookends Paperweights for Design Line Vintage C.1967
By Bill Curry, Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Large Handmade Iron Jacks bookends by Bill Curry.
Bill Curry Oversized Pop Art Jacks
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 5.5 in W 7 in D 7 in
Vintage Native American Bust with Headdress single Bookend
Located in Seattle, WA
Believed to be cast iron , not confirmed. Single Bookend of Native American bust with headdress
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Colorful Egyptian Themed Bookends, Finely Painted, Judd Co. Ca. 1920's
By Judd Co.
Located in Petaluma, CA
, Camel, Scarab, it's all there. Made from cast iron and done during the Art Deco period when Egyptian
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 5.5 in W 5 in D 2.25 in
Pair Chrome Bill Curry Handmade Oversize Jacks - Jax Bookends Doorstops 1960s
By Design Line, Bill Curry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of these exist, but all were made the same way. First, the general shape is cast, as shown by the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Late 20th Century American Mid Century Modern A - Z Bookends by, Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Englewood, NJ
A Pair of Mid Century Modern cast iron "A-Z" Iron Bookends finished in original gilt finish. They
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
Set of Three Vintage Atomic Jacks/Jax Bookends/Doorstop Attributed to Bill Curry
By Bill Curry
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of three 1950s atomic era, Mid-Century Modern iron jacks-jax. The pieces can be used as
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron, Aluminum
H 6 in W 725 in D 7.25 in
Vintage Large Sculptural Iron Jack by Bill Curry
By Bill Curry & Design Line, Bill Curry
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Large Handmade Iron Jack by Bill Curry paperweight or bookend.
Large vintage original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Sculptural Brass Jack / Jax Bookends in the Style of Bill Curry
By Bill Curry, Design Line
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of cast iron sculptural jack / jax bookends in the style of Bill Curry for Design Line
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
Pair of Cast Iron Elephant Heads Bookends
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cast iron elephant heads bookends.
Elephant heads in dark bronze patinated color, nice quality and
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Pair Large Cast Iron Horse Bookends/Sculptures
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
Large pair of finely detailed iron horse sculptures/bookends.
Category
Vintage 1960s Animal Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Antique Cast Iron Hand Painted 12" Cockatoo Parrot Figurine Doorstop Bookend
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Cast Iron Hand Painted 12" Cockatoo Parrot Figurine Doorstop Bookend. Item features Cast
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Doors and Gates
Materials
Iron
H 12.5 in W 7 in D 2.25 in
Antique Art Nouveau Small Cast Iron Figural Butterfly Door Stop Bookend
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Art Nouveau Small Cast Iron Figural Butterfly Door Stop Bookend. Circa Early 1900s
Category
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Desk Sets
Materials
Iron
Antique Cast Iron Amish Man and Woman Couple Bookends, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique cast iron Amish man and woman couple bookends - a pair. Item features nice small size
Category
Early 20th Century Primitive More Desk Accessories
Materials
Iron
Pair of Musicians Mid Century Modern Bookends Sculptures in Cast Iron
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice pair of cast iron musicians, men, and woman the pair had a label that read made in Italy but
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Pair of Original Painted Iron Elephant Bookends
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 1930s original painted cast iron elephant bookends. The condition is very good and are
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Group of American Painted Cast Iron and Polisherd Steel Doorstops. Circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
Group of American cast iron doorstops / bookends. Set consist of Scottie, Rabbit, Ram, Swan
Category
Antique 1880s American Second Empire Animal Sculptures
Midcentury Gold Leaf Cast Iron Bookends
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury gold leaf cast iron bookends.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron, Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Bradley Hubbard Lion Tiger Cast Iron Bookends
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Seguin, TX
Antique circa 1915 cast iron Bradley and Hubbard lion and tiger bookends. Very striking and quite
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookends
Materials
Iron
Fine/Detailed Gilded Antique B&H Cast Polo Players on Horseback Antique Bookends
Located in Brunswick, ME
line of outstanding bronzed or polychromed cast iron bookends from molten iron poured into sand molds
Category
Early 20th Century American Bookends
Materials
Iron
H 5.75 in W 4.25 in D 3 in
VIRGINIA METALCRAFTERS Cast Iron Fox Head Bookends - Pair
Located in Charlotte, NC
A pair of Late 20th Century bookends by Virginia Metalcrafters. Black color cast iron depicting fox
Category
Late 20th Century American Other Bookends
Materials
Iron
Fine Pair of Cast Iron Regency Period Bookends or Doorstops
Located in Glamis, Angus
A fine pair of cast iron Regency period bookends depicting female heads.
Due to the incredible
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Regency Bookends
Materials
Iron, Lead
Kyuzo Bookends in Blue Cast Iron by Visibility
By Visibility Studio
Located in New York, NY
Named after a character from Akira Kurosawa’s 1954 epic “Seven Samurai,” the Kyuzo collection is comprised of four desk and home accessories. Driven by material-ity, these objects pr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
Kyuzo Bookends in Blackened Cast Iron by Visibility
By Visibility Studio
Located in New York, NY
Named after a character from Akira Kurosawa’s 1954 epic “Seven Samurai,” the Kyuzo collection is comprised of four desk and home accessories. Driven by material-ity, these objects pr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookends
Materials
Iron
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Cast Iron Bookends For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of cast iron bookends available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and bronze, all cast iron bookends available were constructed with great care. Cast iron bookends have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency cast iron bookends are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made cast iron bookends over the years, but those made by Hubley Manufacturing Company, Bill Curry & Design Line and Bill Curry are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Cast Iron Bookends?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $497, while they’re typically $115 on the low end and $2,800 highest priced.
Questions About Cast Iron Bookends
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Does cast-iron furniture rust?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.