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Cast Iron Mortar from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A cast iron mortar with a bas-relief band in the center.
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Antique 19th Century American Industrial Planters and Jardinieres

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Iron

Cast Iron Mortar from USA
Cast Iron Mortar from USA
H 9 in Dm 10.5 in
16th Century Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Brussels, Brussels
16th century cast iron mortar with two very beautiful handles Beautiful original object with a
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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Scientific Instruments

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Iron

16th Century Cast Iron Mortar
16th Century Cast Iron Mortar
H 11.03 in Dm 9.85 in
French 18th Century Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Atlanta, GA
A wonderful 18th century French cast iron mortar. A great vessel for flower arranging or storing
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Antique 18th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Iron

French 18th Century Cast Iron Mortar
French 18th Century Cast Iron Mortar
H 13 in W 14 in D 10.75 in
Vintage Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar from China's Shanxi province is patterned in low relief with a simple
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Metalwork

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Iron

Vintage Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar from China's Shanxi province is patterned in low relief with a simple
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Metalwork

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar
Located in High Point, NC
Elevate your home décor with this exquisite 19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar, a piece that
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Antique 19th Century French Jars

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Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar
19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar
H 8.1 in W 8.7 in D 8.7 in
Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar and pestle from is from China's Shanxi province and is patterned in
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Metalwork

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Iron

Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar and pestle from is from China's Shanxi province and is patterned in
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Metalwork

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Iron

Pair of 18th Century Cast Iron Mortars with pestle
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Pair of 18th Century (1720) Cast Iron Mortars with pestles, origin country France.
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XIII Serving Pieces

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Iron

Antique Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle, 19th Century
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Finely proportioned, medium sized cast iron mortar and pestle. With its original finish and
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Decorative Bowls

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Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th Century French cast iron mortar with pestle is a superb example of both utility and
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Antique 19th Century French Jars

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Iron

A cast iron mortar with its original pestle - France - Early XXth
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A cast iron mortar with its original pestle, used in pharmacies in the early 20th century. This
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Early 20th Century French Decorative Bowls

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Cast Stone

Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast in iron with a raised floral design, this vintage mortar was once used in a traditional
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast in iron with a raised floral design, this vintage mortar was originally used in a traditional
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Vases

Materials

Iron

Set of n.2 Cast iron mortars, complete with original wooden pestles, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Set of 2 cast iron mortars, complete with iron handles with knobs and original wooden pestles
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Antique 19th Century Italian Scientific Instruments

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Iron

Large French Antique Cast iron Mortar with Pestle, Circa 1800
Located in Dallas, TX
A unique example of the traditional French pharmacy mortar, this cast iron version is from circa
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Antique Early 1800s French Decorative Bowls

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Metal, Iron

Iron Mortar
Located in London, England
Large cast iron mortar. France Circa 1860 H 34cm x W 44.5cm x D 44.5cm Please be in contact if
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Antique 1860s Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

Iron Mortar
Iron Mortar
H 13.39 in W 17.52 in D 17.52 in
Collection of 17 Pharmacy Mortar and Pestles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy Italian brass, bronze and cast iron mortars; some with and some without the pestle -- a
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Vintage 1930s Italian Jars

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Brass, Bronze, Iron

Vintage English Pestle and Mortar Oversized, English 1890s
Located in South Salem, NY
This impressive large cast iron mortar and pestle from late 19th-century England is a testament to
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Antique Late 19th Century English Decorative Bowls

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Iron

Chinese Cast Iron Longevity Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
Cast in iron with a raised design, this vintage mortar was originally used in a traditional
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Iron

Vintage Chinese Cast Iron Chrysanthemum Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage iron mortar from China's Shanxi province was cast in low relief with a delicate
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Metalwork

Materials

Iron

Mortar and Pestle, cast iron, early 18th century, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
An wonderful antique mortar and pestle. Made in the early 1700's in cast iron. Good condition
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Antique Early 18th Century Swedish Jars

Materials

Iron

Heavy Antique Chemist's Mortar, English, Cast Iron, Decorative Planter, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a heavy antique chemist's mortar. An English, cast iron decorative planter pot, dating to
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Antique 1750s British Georgian Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Iron

Swedish 17th Century Mortar with Pestle in cast iron with wonderful patina
Located in Knivsta, SE
Wonderful Swedish 17th Century Mortar with Pestle in cast iron with charming patina. Wear
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Antique 17th Century Swedish Baroque Jars

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Iron

Heavy Antique Mortar, English, Cast Iron Planter Pot, Decorative, Georgian, 1750
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a heavy antique mortar. An English, cast iron planter pot, dating to the mid Georgian
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Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Planters and Jardinieres

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Iron

18th Century Iron Pestle and Mortar
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An 18th century iron pestle and mortar. Exceptional weight.
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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

18th Century Iron Pestle and Mortar
18th Century Iron Pestle and Mortar
H 10.83 in W 13.78 in D 12.8 in
Pair of 19th Century Cast Iron Female Figures Holding Pestle and Mortar
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A pair of 19th century cast iron female figures holding pestle and mortar. A lovely pair of
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Antique 1860s Classical Roman Figurative Sculptures

Early 17th Century French Mortar
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Early 17th Century French Mortar
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Antique Early 17th Century French Urns

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Iron

Early 17th Century French Mortar
Early 17th Century French Mortar
H 7 in W 12.5 in D 10 in
Chinese Floral Apothecary Mortar, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage mortar and pestle from Shanxi, China was cast in iron with a floral relief. It was
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Metalwork

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Iron

Big Pharmacy Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Gravenmoer, NL
Large cast iron mortar with the original wrought iron pestle. With handles in the form of dog's
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier German Baroque Urns

Big Pharmacy Cast Iron Mortar
Big Pharmacy Cast Iron Mortar
H 18.12 in Dm 22.05 in
18th Century Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle Mounted on Stump
Located in Asheville, NC
18th century unusually large cast iron mortar and pestle on a rough hewn tree stump with leather
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Jars

Materials

Iron

LARGE RENAISSANCE PERIOD CAST-IRON MORTAR;
Located in San Francisco, CA
; from Southern France or Northern Spain.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Pestle and Mortar Stamped Carron
Located in York, GB
Very nice cast iron pestle and mortar with a lovely replacement wooden pestle. This piece has
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Early 20th Century Scottish Tableware

Materials

Iron

1800s French Cast Iron Mortar
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron mortar from France, circa 1800. A cup-shaped vessel with a heavy base, cast in dark
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Antique 19th Century French Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Iron

1800s French Cast Iron Mortar
1800s French Cast Iron Mortar
H 7.9 in W 8.9 in D 8.9 in
1820s French Cast Iron Mortar
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron mortar from France, circa 1820. A cup-shaped vessel with a heavy base and brim, cast in
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Antique 19th Century Belgian French Provincial Scientific Instruments

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Iron

1820s French Cast Iron Mortar
1820s French Cast Iron Mortar
H 8.7 in W 11.8 in D 10.2 in
Vintage Chinese Floral Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cast iron mortar from China's Shanxi province is patterned in low relief with a simple
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Rustic Metalwork

Materials

Iron

18th Century French Cast Iron Mortar
Located in High Point, NC
This cast iron mortar and pestle was made in France in the 1700s. In the eighteenth century, this
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Antique 18th Century French Rustic Decorative Bowls

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Iron

18th Century French Cast Iron Mortar
18th Century French Cast Iron Mortar
H 9.6 in W 12.2 in D 12.2 in
1820s French Cast Iron Mortar with Pestle
Located in High Point, NC
This cast iron mortar and pestle was made in France, circa 1820. In the nineteenth century, most
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Antique Early 19th Century French Rustic Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

1800s Belgian Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle
Located in High Point, NC
A cast iron mortar and pestle from Belgium, circa 1800. An upturned bell-shape in dark metal
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Antique Early 19th Century Belgian Scientific Instruments

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Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Mortar With Pestle
Located in High Point, NC
Step back into a time of artisanal craft with this 19th-century French Cast Iron Mortar with Pestle
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Antique 19th Century French Jars

Materials

Iron

Russian Cast Iron Mortar from the Crimean War
Located in New Orleans, LA
A truly incredible spoil of the Crimean War, this cast iron mortar was removed from Russian
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Antique 19th Century European Other Arms, Armor and Weapons

19th Century Large Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle
Located in Casteren, NL
Heavy, large mortar and pestle made from cast iron. Originates France, dating circa 1850
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Scientific Instruments

Mortar and Pestle
Located in Round Top, TX
Cast iron mortar and pestle.
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Antique 1880s Decorative Bowls

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Iron

Mortar and Pestle
Mortar and Pestle
H 8.5 in W 8 in D 8 in
Massive Iron Mortar With Dog Head Handles
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare and unusual massive cast iron mortar with handles in the form of dog's heads. This stands on
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Baroque Urns

Korean Cast Iron Apothecary Mortar, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
to grind medicinal herbs. This finely crafted and sculptural vessel was cast in iron in the early
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Early 20th Century Korean Rustic Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Iron

Early 20th Century Korean Cast Iron Footed Mortar
Located in Chicago, IL
to grind medicinal herbs. This finely crafted and sculptural vessel was cast in iron in the early
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Early 20th Century South Korean Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

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Iron

Set of Three Cast Iron Korean 19th Century Mortars
Located in Chicago, IL
A group of cast iron apothecary mortars from North Korea dated circa 1900.
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20th Century Korean Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Large, Heavy Antique Industrial Mortar, English Cast Iron Fireside Bin, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large and heavy antique industrial mortar. An English, cast iron factory fireside bin or
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Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Metalwork

Materials

Iron

18th Century Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Brecht, BE
This is a cast iron mortar, with rests of old paint, very charming object, indoors as well as
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Antique Late 18th Century French Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

18th Century Cast Iron Mortar
18th Century Cast Iron Mortar
H 13.39 in Dm 16.54 in
18th Century Swedish Cast Iron Mortar
Located in Allerum, SE
An unusual and sculptural 18th century Swedish cast iron mortar with a great patinated surface
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Planters, Cachepots and Jard...

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Iron

18th Century Swedish Cast Iron Mortar
18th Century Swedish Cast Iron Mortar
H 9.06 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Large 19th Century Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle
Located in Doylestown, PA
A large Civil War era Industrial mortar and pestle, circa 1860, in cast iron, with great untouched
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Bowls and Baskets

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Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle
Located in New York, NY
An artfully decorated 19th Century medicinal mortar and pestle. A great desk accessory. From China
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Jars

Materials

Iron

19th Century American Mortar & Pestle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cast iron mortar and pestle, painted black and with three decorative rings. The pestle has a
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Antique 19th Century American Jars

Set of 3 19th Century Mortars & Pestles
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of three cast iron mortars and pestles from 19th century America. Each is footed and with
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Antique 19th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles

18th Century French Cast Iron Signal Mortar Cannon
Located in Raalte, NL
Beautiful 18th Century French cast signal mortar gun with open vent field, it has some damage but
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Antique 18th Century French Arms, Armor and Weapons

Materials

Iron

rare solid cast iron apothecary grinding mortar and pestle
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of solid cast iron and has a decorative motif on the side. It is most likely from Shaanxi Province
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Antique 19th Century Chinese More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Iron

mortar and pestle
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Cast iron oversized mortar and pestle
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Antique 19th Century Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

mortar and pestle
mortar and pestle
H 9 in Dm 8.5 in
Dug out Salt Grinding Mortar with Iron Ball Grinder
Located in London, GB
Rare rectangular domestic salt mortar Retaining cast iron cannon-ball pestle Solid, dug-out beach
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Antique 1850s Swedish More Dining and Entertaining

Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle, 19th century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Finely proportioned, small cast iron mortar and pestle, with its original finish and excellent
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Antique 19th Century American Jars

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Iron

Monumental Georgian Cast Iron Pestle and Mortar
Located in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire
Monumental Georgian cast iron pestle and mortar with a burnished finish; the large circular mortar
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Jars

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Cast Iron Mortar For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the cast iron mortar you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each cast iron mortar for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and animal skin. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer cast iron mortar, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A cast iron mortar made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Baroque — is very popular.

How Much is a Cast Iron Mortar?

Prices for a cast iron mortar can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $300 and can go as high as $128,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,480.
Questions About Cast Iron Mortar
  • 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.