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Pair of Heavy Cast Iron Gates
Located in Washington, DC
A Pair of Heavy Cast Iron Gates
Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Victorian Walter MacFarlane Cast Iron Gates
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A set of antique cast iron gates stamped Walter Macfarlane and Co., Glasgow and with diamond
Category

Antique 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Victorian Walter MacFarlane Cast Iron Gates
Victorian Walter MacFarlane Cast Iron Gates
H 64.97 in W 80.91 in D 0.99 in
Antique Cast Iron Gate with Posts
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique Cast Iron Gate with Posts. A decorative side gate featuring some scroll work features in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Gate with Posts
Antique Cast Iron Gate with Posts
H 45.67 in W 34.26 in D 0.79 in
Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Gate with its Original Side Post All with Floral Details
Located in London, GB
An Arts & Crafts cast iron gate with it's original side post and stylised floral details throughout
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Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Tall Set of A&C Cast Iron Gates in the Glasgow Style with Split Heart Details
Located in London, GB
A tall set of A&C cast iron gates in the Glasgow style with split heart details to the base and
Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique Victorian cast iron pedestrian gate with a light rust finish. This 19th century gate
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
H 45.28 in W 29.93 in D 0.99 in
Antique Cast Iron Victorian Pedestrian Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique Victorian cast iron pedestrian gate with a light rust finish. This 19th century gate
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Cast Iron Victorian Pedestrian Gate
Antique Cast Iron Victorian Pedestrian Gate
H 45.67 in W 29.93 in D 0.99 in
Antique Wrought & Cast Iron Side Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A striking antique wrought iron and cast iron side gate, circa 1870, beautifully handcrafted with
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique Wrought & Cast Iron Side Gate
Antique Wrought & Cast Iron Side Gate
H 47.64 in W 31.89 in D 1.58 in
Wrought Iron Driveway Gates with Cast Iron Posts
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An elegant set of reclaimed wrought iron gates with accompanying cast iron posts to set the stage
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate. A patterned side gate with expressive detailing and decorative
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Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Antique Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
H 48.82 in W 37.41 in D 1.19 in
Victorian Cast Iron Garden Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Victorian cast iron garden gate. A small, traditional side gate with speared finials, finished in a
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Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Garden Gate
Victorian Cast Iron Garden Gate
H 46.86 in W 31.89 in D 1.78 in
Victorian Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
This was one of four matching gates that we reclaimed from a row of houses in Cardiff, prior to
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Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
Victorian Cast Iron Pedestrian Gate
H 44.89 in W 33.08 in D 1.19 in
Reclaimed Cast Iron Garden Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Salvaged from a house in Bournemouth.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Reclaimed Cast Iron Garden Gate
Reclaimed Cast Iron Garden Gate
H 47.64 in W 31.89 in D 1.58 in
Antique Victorian Style Cast Iron Side Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A reclaimed Victorian style cast iron side gate with spiked top. Additional dimensions For an
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Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Style Cast Iron Side Gate
Antique Victorian Style Cast Iron Side Gate
H 46.46 in W 37.41 in D 2.56 in
Irish Cast and Wrought Iron Driveway Gates
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A pair of mid-19th century cast and wrought iron driveway gates. Salvaged from a property in Devon.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Wrought Iron

Irish Cast and Wrought Iron Driveway Gates
Irish Cast and Wrought Iron Driveway Gates
H 55.12 in W 128.35 in D 2.17 in
Large Pair Of Victorian Cast Iron Drive Way Gates By Yates Haywood & Co England
Located in London, GB
A large pair of drive way or entrance gates in cast iron by renowned Foundry originally founded in
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Iron Pedestrian Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An early Victorian cast iron side gate, reclaimed from a house in London.
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Iron Pedestrian Gate
Antique Iron Pedestrian Gate
H 51.58 in W 37.6 in D 2.56 in
Antique Pair of Reclaimed Iron Gate Posts
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
after more than 150 years of use. Made from sturdy cast iron, they were salvaged from a farm in Norfolk
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Pair of Reclaimed Iron Gate Posts
Antique Pair of Reclaimed Iron Gate Posts
H 76.38 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Restored Victorian Wrought Iron Side Gate
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A good condition completely restored Victorian wrought iron side gate with cast iron details circa
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Restored Victorian Wrought Iron Side Gate
Restored Victorian Wrought Iron Side Gate
H 42.33 in W 44.1 in D 0.99 in
Antique Cast Iron Railings
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Antique cast iron railings (12.5 Meters). The railings originally stood on a low wall. Salvaged
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Antique Late 19th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Railings
Antique Cast Iron Railings
H 23.23 in W 492.13 in D 0.99 in
Pair of Cast Iron Lion Door Knockers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of very nicely produced Cast Iron Lion Head Door Knockers. The pair would be a complement
Category

20th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Lion Door Knockers
Pair of Cast Iron Lion Door Knockers
H 7 in W 5.5 in D 1.75 in
Georgian Cast Iron Garden Obelisk
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A decorative metal obelisk for a garden or courtyard. Cast in iron at the beginning of the 19th
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Doors and Gates

Materials

Stone, Metal, Iron

Georgian Cast Iron Garden Obelisk
Georgian Cast Iron Garden Obelisk
H 60.24 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Industrial Wood & Cast Iron Double Block Pulley
Located in Winter Park, FL
A rustic industrial double wood pulley with large cast iron hook. An interesting nautical object
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Figural Griffin Rectangular Cast Iron Ornate Door Knocker
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century ornate rectangular cast iron door knocker. Center shows a figural griffin. This
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Early 20th Century American Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Strap Door Hinges
Located in New York, NY
1940s cast iron strap door hinges with five knuckles. Some wear from age and use. Priced as a pair
Category

Vintage 1940s American Industrial Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Doorstop "Colonial Woman" American, Circa 1930
By Littco
Located in Incline Village, NV
"Colonial Woman" cast iron doorstop was manufactured by the Littco Products Company, Littlestown
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

American Cast Iron Sailing Mayflower Doorstop, Circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
American cast iron Mayflower arched doorstop with sailing vessel on rough seas. Signed on lower
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Antique 1880s American American Empire Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique French Verdigris Cast Iron Hand Door Knocker, circa 1900
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French cast iron hand door knocker, circa 1900. This beautiful door knocker is
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Antique Early 1900s French Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Doorstop "Carpenter" American, circa 1910
Located in Incline Village, NV
From the Alice in Wonderland series, this full figured American cast iron doorstop features the
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Vintage 1910s American Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron French Door Knocker
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
Antique cast iron French door knocker A gilt cast iron door knocker often described as the hand
Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron French Door Knocker
Antique Cast Iron French Door Knocker
H 5.91 in W 1.97 in D 2.56 in
A Pair Of Gothic Cast Iron Doors
Located in Grange-Over-Sands, GB
Originally from a guild in York, a pair of gothic cast iron doors with a pig or boar motif. This
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Antique 18th Century Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

A Pair Of Gothic Cast Iron Doors
A Pair Of Gothic Cast Iron Doors
H 42.13 in W 31.5 in D 1.58 in
Emblematic Cast Iron YWCA Door Knob Set 2 Knobs Spindle
Located in New York, NY
Emblematic cast iron door knob set with the initials YMCA on both ends. Among collectors this is
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20th Century American Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Lift Off Door Hinge Qty Available
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th century large size Victorian acorn tip hinges. Cast iron with a staggered hole pattern to
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Set of 16 Victorian Cast Iron Balustrades
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
Sixteen beautifully made Victorian cast iron balustrades, circa 1880. Previously used as railings
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Metal, Iron

Set of 16 Victorian Cast Iron Balustrades
Set of 16 Victorian Cast Iron Balustrades
H 32.88 in W 8.27 in D 0.79 in
Pair of Cast Iron Aesthetic Doorknob Rosettes, Early 20th C.
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century cast iron Aesthetic style doorknob rosettes. The patinas vary slightly because
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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Doors and Gates

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
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Door Stop Cast Iron Hoof Sporting Country House, 19th Century
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
- Fine 19th century country house hoof doorstop - Practical and attractive sporting piece Measures: Height 38.3cm Width 12cm Depth 6cm.
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Antique 1870s English Late Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Early Black Cast Iron Thumb Latch Door Handle Set Qty Available
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century set black cast iron door handle with latch. Complete with all the parts. Light
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Early 20th Century American Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Ornate Cast Iron Doorstep Foot Scraper
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian ornate cast iron doorstop foot scraper having an ornate cast iron base with
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Doorstop "Conestoga Covered Wagon" Hubley Manufacturing C0; Circa 1930
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in Incline Village, NV
The iconic "Conestoga Covered Wagon" cast iron doorstop, being pulled by a team of horses, is one
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century American Cast Iron & Brass Federal Eagle Door Knocker
Located in Pearland, TX
A fine antique early 20th Century American Federal eagle black cast iron and brass door knocker
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Early 20th Century American Federal Doors and Gates

Materials

Brass, Iron

"Charleston Dancers" Cast Iron Doorstop, Anne Fish for Hubley, C 1939
By Hubley Manufacturing Company 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
"Charleston Dancers" Cast iron doorstop, Anne Fish for Hubley, C 1939 Inscribed © Fish, Lower left
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cast Iron Doorstop "Lady With Flowers", American, circa 1915
Located in Incline Village, NV
This hollow back figural doorstop features an attractive young lady carrying flowers in one arm, and a long shawl in her other arm. The doorstop is in an abundance of excellent origi...
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Vintage 1910s American Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Doorstop "Floral Arrangement in Green Vase" Amercan, Circa 1930 SCARCE
Located in Incline Village, NV
My title for this beautiful and excellent condition cast iron doorstop is appropriately called
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Large Antique Cast Iron Seated Frog Door Stop
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Antique cast iron seated frog door stop. USA, Circa 1920s. A rare and unusual model, of
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Saddled Horse, Door Stop This lovely piece has been cast in one piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Cast Iron Saddled Horse, Door Stop This lovely piece has been cast in one piece, it is a heavy and
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Scottish Cast Iron & Painted Incised Raven Doorstop on Rocky Plinth, Circa 1870
Located in Charleston, SC
Scottish cast iron and painted raven doorstop perched on rocky plinth base with central incised
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Antique 1870s Scottish Folk Art Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

French 18th c Door Knocker with Original Cast Iron Knocker & Wrought Iron Back
Located in valatie, NY
French 18th c Door Knocker with Original Cast Iron Knocker and Wrought Iron Back. This hand-wrought
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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Doors and Gates

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Redwood and Cast Iron Door
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Vintage Redwood door with steel plates and hinges. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE 20th c. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Redwood, Wood, Steel. CONDITION Go...
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20th Century American Rustic Doors and Gates

Materials

Steel

Vintage Redwood and Cast Iron Door
Vintage Redwood and Cast Iron Door
H 78.5 in W 32 in D 2.375 in
English Cast Iron Springer Spaniel Boot Scraper with Wood Brushes, Circa 1880
Located in Charleston, SC
English cast iron boot scraper with flanking Springer spaniels, centered wood brushes with scraper
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Dr C Dresser, Kenrick A Pair of Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Torii Style Handles
By Christopher Dresser
Located in London, GB
Dr C Dresser, for Kenrick A rare pair of Aesthetic Movement finely cast iron handles, with Torii
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Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Door Stop, The Goose is Dead
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
19th Century Cast Iron Door Stop, The Goose is Dead Needless to say a heavy piece, is age
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Doorstop, 19th Century, English Victorian, Cast Iron, Bell, Rope Twist
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
The rope twist handle above an acanthus leaf stem terminating in the form of a bell.  
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Doors and Gates

Materials

Brass

Antique Boiler Doors
Located in Oakville, CT
Measure: 36 1/4" x 25" without hinges & 36 1/4" x 28 1/2" with hinges Materials: Cast Iron
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Antique 19th Century American Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

Antique Boiler Doors
Antique Boiler Doors
H 57 in W 58.25 in D 9 in
Pear Fruit Doorstop
Located in New York, NY
A cast iron pear fruit doorstop, (door stop, doorstopper), with a dark brown enamel surface and
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Doors and Gates

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Pear Fruit Doorstop
Pear Fruit Doorstop
H 8.25 in W 4.25 in D 3.5 in
19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
wood and cast iron typical from this period. The door is framed and working but needs some restoration
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
19th century wooden double front door with patina in Art Nouveau style. Carved wood and cast iron
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

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Iron

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
19th century wooden double front door with patina in art nouveau style. Carved wood and cast iron
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

19th Century Wooden Double Front Door in Art Nouveau Style, Spain
Located in Vulpellac, Girona
wood and cast iron typical from this period. The door is framed and working but needs some restoration
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

M H Baillie Scott. An Exceptional Set of Arts & Crafts Exterior / Interior Doors
By Mackay Hugh Baillie Scott
Located in London, GB
. The first pair in the images have stylized decorative cast iron hinges, this pair would work well in
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Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Doors and Gates

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Gates For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of cast iron gates available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct cast iron gates — often made from metal, iron and wood — can elevate any home. Cast iron gates have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Cast iron gates are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Art Nouveau and Folk Art styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many cast iron gates are appealing in their simplicity, but Bradley & Hubbard, A. Kenrick & Sons and Hubley Manufacturing Company produced popular cast iron gates that are worth a look.

How Much are Cast Iron Gates?

Prices for cast iron gates start at $198 and top out at $35,977 with the average selling for $1,979.

Finding the Right Doors And Gates for You

Whether it’s a streamlined or ornate option that best fits your frame of mind, installing an antique or vintage door or gate at your home is the first opportunity you have to make a statement.

The front door of a home symbolizes security. It marks the place where visitors make their presence known and where you welcome them, and it is very literally the passageway to the space you’ve worked hard to make your very own. Choosing the right door for your home is important.

If you’re shopping for a pre-hung door, the door you want is already mounted in a frame, includes hinges and is ready to install in your prepared doorway. The measuring part is easy in this case, as you’ll want a door that has the same dimensions as your previous one. A slab door, on the other hand, is a basic door with no hinges or handles and will need to be painted and finished before you install it.

When you’re ready to buy, why not spring for a grand entrance that lovingly beckons your visitors to come inside?

Summon timeless artisanship and functionality with hand-carved Chinese doors that feature lattice-panel windows or cast-iron doorstops and knockers of British origin. Whether you prefer the clean lines of mid-century modernism, antique wrought-iron Art Deco gates for your garden or a contemporary solution, find the doors and gates you’re looking for on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cast Iron Gates
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast 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, 2022
    Cast 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast 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, 2023
    To 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, 2022
    Yes, 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.