What is the difference between iron and cast iron?

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.

What are cast iron columns?

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.

Who invented cast iron?

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.

Does cast-iron furniture rust?

Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

When were cast iron beds made?

Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.

Why is cast iron used for benches?

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.

Why is cast iron used for fireplaces?

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.

How can you tell the difference between cast iron and wrought iron?

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.

When were cast iron doorstops made?

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.

Is cast iron stronger than steel?

Cast iron is stronger than steel.

How do I keep cast iron from rusting?

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?

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.

Are cast iron columns hollow?

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.

Do cast iron tables rust?

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.

Do cast iron Firebacks work?

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.

Can I use cast iron as a planter?

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.

What are cast iron trivets used for?

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.

What is a cast iron fireplace insert?

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.

How much does a cast iron bench weigh?

The weight of a cast iron bench depends mainly on the size of the bench and whether other materials, such as wood are used in it. Cast iron weighs 0.26 pounds per cubic inch, making it quite a heavy material, and ideal for outdoor furniture that you want to ensure can weather heavy winds and precipitation. Shop an array of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.

How do I identify fake cast iron toys?

To identify fake cast iron toys, first look closely at any hardware. Modern reproductions will often feature shiny, new-looking screws, while genuine cast iron will usually have worn screws or even rivets securing the pieces together. Similarly, paint that appears glossy and completely unblemished often indicates that an item is a replica. Comparing any brand markings found on your toys to images of the hallmarks found on authentic pieces shared via trustworthy online resources can offer further insights. You may also wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer give you their opinion on your toys. Explore a collection of cast iron toys on 1stDibs.

Cast Iron Tray

Victorian Hall Stand

Dog Tray

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Vintage Metal Umbrella Stand

Antique Iron Scale

Drip Tray

French Iron Umbrella Stand

Decorative Finials

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tray With Raised Frog And Rippling Water.

$695

Antique Japanese Cast Iron Tray With Raised Frog And Rippling Water.

Located in Stamford, CT

Late 19th C. cast iron Japanese brush tray with raised image of a leaping frog and rippling water.

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Metalwork

Materials

Cast Iron

Art Deco Era, Cast Iron Tray or Umbrella Stand w. Painted Servant Sculpture 1920

$1,649

Art Deco Era, Cast Iron Tray or Umbrella Stand w. Painted Servant Sculpture 1920

Located in Lisse, NL

All handcrafted and cool looking antique stand (with marks underneath). If you are looking for something special to decorate your entrance, hallway, living room, kitchen, bathroom o...

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Serving Pieces

Materials

Metal, Iron

Victorian Gothic Hall Tree Coat Rack with Mirror w Cast Iron Umbrella Stand

$1,495

Victorian Gothic Hall Tree Coat Rack with Mirror w Cast Iron Umbrella Stand

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous Victorian Gothic hall tree with a mirror and a cast iron umbrella tray. Four brass coat hooks with porcelain tips.

Category

Antique 1870s American Gothic Revival Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Monumental Islamic Qur'anic Calligraphy Copper Tray Coffee Table, circa 1920

$6,500

Monumental Islamic Qur'anic Calligraphy Copper Tray Coffee Table, circa 1920

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Monumental Islamic Qur'anic Calligraphy Copper Tray Coffee Table, circa 1920 An extraordinary monumental antique Islamic copper and brass tray table, richly decorated with elaborate...

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Islamic Tray Tables

Materials

Copper, Bronze, Iron

Industrial Maple-Top Pub Table on Cast-Iron Pedestal

$3,540

Industrial Maple-Top Pub Table on Cast-Iron Pedestal

Located in Dekalb, IL

Square maple work surface mounted to a flared cast-iron machine pedestal with an optional bolt-on tray assembly.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Industrial Tables

Materials

Cast Iron

Edwardian Era English Bentwood & Iron Pool Billiards Cue Holder by Egberts

$1,770Sale Price|40% Off

Edwardian Era English Bentwood & Iron Pool Billiards Cue Holder by Egberts

Located in Van Nuys, CA

There is also a cast iron tray attached to the bottom. Egberts Oest Ung Patent 58401-7288.

Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Games

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Modern Vintage Black Metal Brass Umbrella Stand Walter Bosse Austria

$1,581

Mid Century Modern Vintage Black Metal Brass Umbrella Stand Walter Bosse Austria

By Walter Bosse

Located in Vienna, AT

Stunning fish like brass detail performs the umbrella stand for a charming basket for many umbrellas. Through a cast iron tray it provides a good and safe standing.

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Memento Mori Skull Pipe with Cast Iron Hand Tray

$1,320

Vintage Memento Mori Skull Pipe with Cast Iron Hand Tray

Located in Dekalb, IL

Carved figural pipe depicting a skull cradled in an outstretched hand, paired with a matching sculpted hand tray. Executed in stained wood with deep relief carving, the skull shows p...

Category

Mid-20th Century Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Cast Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Pierced Fireplace Fender with Hearth Tray, circa 1890

$1,345

Victorian Cast Iron Pierced Fireplace Fender with Hearth Tray, circa 1890

Located in Nottingham, GB

A highly decorative late 19th-century Victorian cast iron fireplace fender, dating to circa 1890 and retaining its accompanying bottom hearth tray.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Cast Iron

Victorian British Cast Iron Umbrella Stand with Drip Tray, circa 1880

$1,450

Victorian British Cast Iron Umbrella Stand with Drip Tray, circa 1880

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A decorative British Victorian cast iron umbrella stand, dating to circa 1880, retaining its removable cast iron drip tray.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Cast Iron

Fossilized Wooden Tray "Araucaria" Resting on a Cast Iron Base

$10,734

Fossilized Wooden Tray "Araucaria" Resting on a Cast Iron Base

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Fossilized Wooden Tray « Araucaria» resting on a cast iron base.

Category

Mid-20th Century Tables

Materials

Iron

Victorian Revival Cast Iron Umbrella & Cane Stand with Removable Drip Tray 20"

$500

Victorian Revival Cast Iron Umbrella & Cane Stand with Removable Drip Tray 20"

Located in Dayton, OH

Decorative mid century Victorian Revival entryway organizer, meticulously crafted from rugged cast iron with a classic dark brown, rustic patinated finish. The design features a beau...

Category

Mid-20th Century Victorian Candle Stands

Materials

Cast Iron

Coat rack in cast iron Art Nouveau period – with original tray

$2,124 / item

Coat rack in cast iron Art Nouveau period – with original tray

Located in NAVILLY, FR

Original white/gray paint showing flaking and wear consistent with the age of the part; black cast iron appears in places, notably on the tray and the ring.

Category

Antique 1890s European Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

Industrial Era Cast Stone Mould Element Used as an Ikebana Tray

$750

Industrial Era Cast Stone Mould Element Used as an Ikebana Tray

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A Cast Stone Industrial Mould used in manufacturing. The Mould with two bowl depressions now suitable for the Garden and Ikebana. Very weathered and worn with pitting and aging to th...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Garden Ornaments

Materials

Cast Stone, Iron

Victorian Coalbrookdale Style Black Painted Cast Iron Stick Stand

$1,014

Victorian Coalbrookdale Style Black Painted Cast Iron Stick Stand

By Coalbrookdale Foundry

Located in Altrincham, GB

Victorian Coalbrookdale Style Black Painted Cast Iron Stick Stand with drip tray and decorated with flora and classical foliage 19.5"w x 29.5"h x 10"d

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Brass and Cast Iron Umbrella Stand

$695

19th Century French Brass and Cast Iron Umbrella Stand

Located in Winter Park, FL

Cast iron base with removable drip tray. More photos available upon request.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

38" 3ft Moroccan Hand-Hammered Copper Tray Wrought Iron Coffee Table

$2,450

38" 3ft Moroccan Hand-Hammered Copper Tray Wrought Iron Coffee Table

Located in Las Vegas, NV

1950s Moroccan coffee table featuring a large hand-worked copper tray top set on an elegant wrought iron base. The round tray is richly decorated with intricate etched and hammered p...

Category

Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper, Cast Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Umbrella Stand, Beaux Arts, Circa 1870

$850

19th Century French Cast Iron Umbrella Stand, Beaux Arts, Circa 1870

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th century French cast iron umbrella stand with twistd wrought iron stem and heavy cast iron drip tray base.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Renaissance Manor Antique Victorian Cast Iron and Bronze Hooded Fire Grate

$3,232

Renaissance Manor Antique Victorian Cast Iron and Bronze Hooded Fire Grate

Located in Edinburgh, GB

A decorative bronze repousse hood and internal inset ash pan tray with cast iron front that can be removed in order to clear ash.

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Cast Iron Hall Tree (Model No. 30) by Corneau Frères

$4,328

Art Nouveau Cast Iron Hall Tree (Model No. 30) by Corneau Frères

By Alfred Corneau

Located in London, Park Royal

It retains its original white enamelled cast‑iron drip tray and is raised on a richly cast base marked ‘CORNEAU ALFRED A CHARLEVILLE N° 30’.

Category

Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Red Riding Hood & the Wolf Porte Manteau or Hall Stand

$2,666Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Cast Iron Red Riding Hood & the Wolf Porte Manteau or Hall Stand

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Striking Dutch design from the late 19th Century. Cast iron coat rack with umbrella stand with the original lacquered removable cast iron drip tray!

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Candlesticks 'Triangle' by Jens H. Quistgaard. Denmark, 1960s

$395 / set

Pair of Cast Iron Candlesticks 'Triangle' by Jens H. Quistgaard. Denmark, 1960s

By Torben Orskov, Illums Bolighus, Dansk, Jens Quistgaard, Illum Bolighus

Located in Malmö, SE

Whether in the form of a teak serving tray, a cast-iron casserole, a ceramic vessel, or a piece of flatware, his designs embody a vision of everyday life elevated through thoughtful ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Metal, Iron

Revolving Industrial Compartmented Tray from USA

$2,100

Revolving Industrial Compartmented Tray from USA

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A Fine Industrial revolving wall-mounted compartmented catch-all tray crafted of patinated cast iron. Manufactured in the USA, circa 1930s.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Platters and Serveware

Materials

Iron

Art Deco “Aviator” desk lamp Erpé Model 52 - integrated pen tray & ashtray base

$819

Art Deco “Aviator” desk lamp Erpé Model 52 - integrated pen tray & ashtray base

Located in Weesp, NL

Erpé Model 52 Art Deco “Aviator” desk lamp with integrated pen tray & ashtray base — Belgium, 1930s A true icon of Belgian industrial design, this Erpé Model 52 desk lamp is instant...

Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Cast Iron

Victorian Circular Brass Umbrella Stand

$1,251

Victorian Circular Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

A good Victorian circular brass stick stand: made from brass rod with cast finials, cast iron base with removable drip trays

Category

Antique 1880s English Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Rare 19th Century Brass Umbrella Stand with Decorative Ball Finials, c1880

$1,284

Rare 19th Century Brass Umbrella Stand with Decorative Ball Finials, c1880

Located in High Peak, GB

P0247 Exceptional 19th century brass umbrella stand / walking stick stand of large form, having ten circular divisions flanked by decorative finials and cast iron drip tray. This an...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large 19th Century Brass Umbrella Stand with Decorative Ball Finials, c1880

$1,284

Large 19th Century Brass Umbrella Stand with Decorative Ball Finials, c1880

Located in High Peak, GB

This large form piece features ten individual circular divisions, flanked by decorative ball finials and supported by a heavy cast iron drip tray base. The brass has been professiona...

Category

Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Metal Brass Umbrella Stand 1950s Germany

$1,389

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Black Metal Brass Umbrella Stand 1950s Germany

Located in Vienna, AT

The condition is very good with minor signs of age and use. Through the drip tray from cast iron covered with brass, the umbrella stand shows a safe standing and holds many umbrella...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Pair of consoles with scagiole trays, Italy, 19/20th century

Unavailable

H 35.44 in W 51.19 in D 25.6 in

Pair of consoles with scagiole trays, Italy, 19/20th century

Located in Walkertshofen, BY

Pair of highly decorative Greek style scagliola trays on an iron console stand. The consoles were probably created in the 80s using 19th century cast iron lion's feet.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Victorian Brass Umbralla Stand

Unavailable

H 24.409 in W 12.205 in D 7.48 in

Victorian Brass Umbralla Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5323 Victorian brass umbrella stand with six divisions, four decorative finials and cast iron drip tray, cleaned and polished ready to place at home. c1880 H24.5" W12.52 D7.5" H62c...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

Unavailable

H 22.441 in W 12.992 in D 8.661 in

Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5345 Victorian brass umbrella stand / stick stand with eight divisions, decorative finials and cast iron drip tray, all in home ready condition. c1880 H22.5" W13" D8.5" H57cm W33...

Category

Antique 19th Century Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

Unavailable

H 25.59 in W 12.99 in D 9.06 in

English Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

K0264 English brass umbrella stand / walking stick stand round form with six divisions, two decorative finals and removable drip tray in cast iron base. This antique umbrella stand r...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Rare English Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

Unavailable

H 24.8 in W 22.44 in D 8.27 in

Rare English Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

K0247 Exceptional Victorian brass umbrella stand / walking stick stand of large form having ten circular divisions flanked by decorative finials and cast iron drip tray. This antique...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

English Victorian Demi Lune Umbrella Stand

Unavailable

H 24.409 in W 16.535 in D 8.661 in

English Victorian Demi Lune Umbrella Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

K0266 English Victorian brass umbrella stand or walking stick stand with five divisions, three decorative finials and cast iron drip tray. This antique hall stand has been sympatheti...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

English Brass Umbrella Stand

Unavailable

H 25.197 in W 18.898 in D 7.087 in

English Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

K0258 An English umbrella stand in brass with six divisions flanked by decorative finials and cast iron drip tray with dogtooth decoration to front and sides..

Category

20th Century English Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Antique Brass Umbrella Stand

Unavailable

H 25.197 in W 12.205 in D 7.087 in

Antique Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

K0268 Elegant brass umbrella stand with six compartments, four decorative finials and cast iron drip tray. This antique umbrella stand has been gently cleaned and polished, all in ho...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

Unavailable

H 23 in W 18 in D 6.5 in

Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

K0540 Elegant Victorian umbrella stand in brass with six divisions flanked by decorative finials and cast iron drip tray. This antique umbrella stand retains its original lacquer, pa...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass

Rare Victorian Corner Umbrella Stand

Unavailable

H 24.41 in W 16.54 in D 9.06 in

Rare Victorian Corner Umbrella Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

k0285 Rare Victorian corner umbrella stand or walking stick stand in brass, having six compartment flanked by decorative reeded finials stamp with registration mark, raised on three ...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

William Tonks and Sons Umbrella Stand

Unavailable

H 27.56 in W 13.39 in D 9.26 in

William Tonks and Sons Umbrella Stand

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Stylish Victorian brass, copper plated umbrella stand by William Tonks and Sons, all in excelled original condition retaining its patina and removable cast iron drip tray. Stamped W....

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Rare Victorian Print Factory Stand in Cast Iron, Circa 1860

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H 33.08 in W 16.15 in D 16.93 in

Rare Victorian Print Factory Stand in Cast Iron, Circa 1860

Located in Faversham, GB

Rare Victorian print factory stand, made of cast iron and with original paint to the stand’s leg. Originally used in a British print factory, inkwells were held in the two curved rec...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Tray Tables

Materials

Iron

Austrian Mid Century Black Metal and Brass Fish Umbrella Stand by Walter Bosse

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H 14.77 in Dm 8.47 in

Austrian Mid Century Black Metal and Brass Fish Umbrella Stand by Walter Bosse

By Herta Baller, Walter Bosse

Located in Vienna, AT

The stunning fish like brass detail performs the umbrella stand for a charming basket for many umbrellas. Through a cast iron tray it provides a good and safe standing.

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Metal

Large Cast Iron 19thc Painted Leaf Tray

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H 2 in W 20 in D 11 in

Large Cast Iron 19thc Painted Leaf Tray

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Monumental 19thc cast iron serving tray in the shape of a leaf.This wonderful painted leaf was found in Pennsylvania.It has a wonderful worn patina.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Serving Pieces

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Umberella Stand with removable drip trays

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H 25.99 in W 25.99 in D 9.45 in

Victorian Cast Iron Umberella Stand with removable drip trays

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

Victorian Cast Iron Umberella Stand with removable drip trays.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Ash Tray or Cup Holder with an American Indian

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H 30 in W 8.5 in D 12 in

Cast Iron Ash Tray or Cup Holder with an American Indian

Located in Petaluma, CA

This very collectible piece can serve as an ash tray or cup holder. Nicely cast and with the original factory dark gold patina. The tray is not original, and after spending several y...

Category

Early 20th Century American Beaux Arts Ashtrays

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Cast Iron Decorative Trays, Set of Three

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H 6.7 in W 11.2 in D 11.2 in

Vintage French Cast Iron Decorative Trays, Set of Three

Located in High Point, NC

A set of cast iron swiveling trays created in France circa 1900.

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Set of Three French Cast Iron Pedestal Compote Trays Circa 1900

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H 6.7 in W 11.2 in D 11.2 in

Set of Three French Cast Iron Pedestal Compote Trays Circa 1900

Located in High Point, NC

A cast iron swiveling tray created in France circa 1900.

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Industrial Cast Zinc Hair Rinsing Tray Table

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H 30 in W 12.5 in D 18.5 in

Industrial Cast Zinc Hair Rinsing Tray Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early 20th century, industrial, hair rinsing tray features an articulating, cast zinc tray top on a cast iron, adjustable height from 30 - 44 inches pedestal base.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Tables

Materials

Iron, Zinc

Cast and Wrought Iron Hall Tree

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H 74 in Dm 24 in

Cast and Wrought Iron Hall Tree

Located in Baltimore, MD

A nice example of the Classic central European hall tree in wrought and cast iron. It features the usual anthropomorphic double hooks with single hooks trailing, a circular umbrella ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron, Iron

French Brass and Cast Iron Umbrella Stand

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H 23.75 in W 16 in D 8 in

French Brass and Cast Iron Umbrella Stand

Located in Winter Park, FL

Cast iron drip tray base is heavily rusted with remnants of black showing through.

Category

Early 20th Century French Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Scale

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H 11.4 in W 21.3 in D 9.4 in

Antique French Cast Iron Scale

Located in High Point, NC

Fully functional, the scale is equipped with brass weighing pans, their golden color providing a subtle contrast to the painted cast iron. The trays are set on a plinth-like base, a ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Scale

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H 13.4 in W 28.7 in D 12.2 in

Antique French Cast Iron Scale

Located in High Point, NC

Fully functional, the scale is equipped with brass weighing pans, their golden color providing a subtle contrast to the painted cast iron. The trays are set on a plinth-like base, a ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Scale

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H 16.5 in W 29.9 in D 12.2 in

Antique French Cast Iron Scale

Located in High Point, NC

Fully functional, the scale is equipped with brass weighing pans, their golden color providing a subtle contrast to the painted cast iron. The trays are set on a plinth-like base, a ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique French Cast Iron Scale

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H 9.8 in W 20.1 in D 8.3 in

Antique French Cast Iron Scale

Located in High Point, NC

Fully functional, the scale is equipped with brass weighing pans, their golden color providing a subtle contrast to the painted cast iron. The trays are set on a plinth-like base, a ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Cast Iron Stick and Umbrella Stand

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H 29.53 in W 34.26 in D 13.39 in

Large Cast Iron Stick and Umbrella Stand

Located in London, London

Umbrella or stick stand Cast Iron Large size Drip tray partitioned into three.

Category

Early 20th Century British Gothic Revival Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Dennis & Leen Chinoiserie Iron Gilt Tall Tray Cocktail Table

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H 27.5 in W 50 in D 33 in

Dennis & Leen Chinoiserie Iron Gilt Tall Tray Cocktail Table

By Dennis & Leen

Located in Rio Vista, CA

An elegant and bespoke tall gilded iron and lacquered tray cocktail or coffee table by designed by Dennis & Leen, Los Angeles, California.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail T...

Materials

Iron

19th Century Brass And Cast Iron Umbrella Stand

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H 25.5 in W 12.5 in D 7.5 in

19th Century Brass And Cast Iron Umbrella Stand

Located in Cheshire, GB

The stand retains its original black cast iron drip tray below, raised on short feet.

Category

Antique 1880s British Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Antique French Cast Iron Scale with Brass Pans, Circa 1900

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H 9.8 in W 21.3 in D 9.4 in

Antique French Cast Iron Scale with Brass Pans, Circa 1900

Located in High Point, NC

Fully functional, the scale is equipped with brass weighing pans, their golden color providing a subtle contrast to the painted cast iron. The trays are set on a plinth-like base, a ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Iron

English Brass Umbrella Stand with Cast Iron Base, Circa 1920–1930

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H 25.5 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

English Brass Umbrella Stand with Cast Iron Base, Circa 1920–1930

Located in Atlanta, GA

This early 20th-century English umbrella stand features a simple, well-balanced design executed in tubular brass with a square openwork top and a cast iron drip tray. The structure i...

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Early 20th Century English Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Art Deco pelican ash- or desk tray by Edgar Brandt.

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H 5.52 in W 5.52 in D 2.76 in

Art Deco pelican ash- or desk tray by Edgar Brandt.

Located in Antwerp, BE

An Art Deco pelican ash or desk tray in wrought and cast iron by Edgar Brandt. This model is illustrated on page 165 in the book Edgar Brandt master of art deco by Joan Kahr.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage 1950s Austrian Brass and Iron Umbrella Stand

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H 18.51 in W 10.24 in D 6.3 in

Vintage 1950s Austrian Brass and Iron Umbrella Stand

Located in London, London

Brass umbrella stand Cast iron drip tray Black painted steel bar, Austrian, 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

English Brass Umbrella Stand, Victorian Style, Dog Tooth Tray, 1940

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H 24 in W 19 in D 7 in

English Brass Umbrella Stand, Victorian Style, Dog Tooth Tray, 1940

Located in High Peak, GB

P0258 An English umbrella stand in brass with six divisions flanked by decorative finials and with cast iron drip tray with dogtooth decoration to front and sides..

Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Collection of Primitive Iron Cats

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H 4 in W 1 in D 4 in

19th Century Collection of Primitive Iron Cats

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Collection of three 19th century cast iron cats trays. These cats look like they were a give away from some iron works company.

Category

Early 20th Century North American Adirondack Models and Miniatures

Materials

Iron

Iron Coat Rack Nr. 345 by Vichr & Co., Austria, 1900s

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H 73.63 in Dm 20.08 in

Iron Coat Rack Nr. 345 by Vichr & Co., Austria, 1900s

By Vichr & Co.

Located in Praha, CZ

Iron coat rack with heavy cast iron base and drip tray made by Vichr & Co.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

French Vintage Brass Umbrella Stand

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H 24.5 in W 16.25 in D 8.88 in

French Vintage Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Elegant and well made, this brass and cast hallway, entry way or closet umbrella or cane stand has eight compartments, four decorative finials, and a cast iron drip tray.

Category

20th Century French Other Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

French Vintage Demilune Umbrella Stand

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H 23.75 in W 15 in D 8 in

French Vintage Demilune Umbrella Stand

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Elegant and well made, this brass hallway, entry way or closet umbrella or cane stand has five compartments, three decorative finials, and a cast iron drip tray. Constructed in a tra...

Category

20th Century French Other Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Decorative Stick Stand, English, Hallway Rack, Coalbrookdale, Victorian

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H 31.3 in W 19.1 in D 7.49 in

Antique Decorative Stick Stand, English, Hallway Rack, Coalbrookdale, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Appealing example of Coalbrookdale's iron craftsmanship Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order Cast iron finished in old English white paint, presenting a bright finish...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Rare Victorian Corner Umbrella Stand with Serial Number Stamp

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H 24.5 in W 16.5 in D 9 in

Rare Victorian Corner Umbrella Stand with Serial Number Stamp

Located in High Peak, GB

P0285 Rare Victorian corner umbrella stand or walking stick stand in brass, having six compartment flanked by decorative reeded finials stamp with registration mark, raised on three ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand Stick Stand

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H 24.5 in W 19.5 in D 8 in

Large Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand Stick Stand

Located in High Peak, GB

P0211 A good example of large Victorian umbrella stand in brass having twelve umbrella or walking sticks divisions flanked by finials and with cast iron drip tray with dog tooth deco...

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Antique Late 19th Century Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

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H 23 in W 18 in D 6.5 in

Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in High Peak, GB

K0540 Elegant Victorian umbrella stand in brass with six divisions flanked by decorative finials and cast iron drip tray. This antique umbrella stand retains its original lacquer, pa...

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Antique Late 19th Century Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

English Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand c1880

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H 25.5 in W 13 in D 9 in

English Victorian Brass Umbrella Stand c1880

Located in High Peak, GB

P0264 English brass umbrella stand / walking stick stand round form with six divisions, two decorative finals and removable drip tray in cast iron base. This antique umbrella stand r...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Original English Antique Umbrella Stand, c1880s

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H 23 in W 18 in D 6.5 in

Original English Antique Umbrella Stand, c1880s

Located in High Peak, GB

K0540 Elegant Victorian umbrella stand in brass with six divisions flanked by decorative finials and cast iron drip tray. This antique umbrella stand retains its original lacquer, pa...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Segmented Stick Stand, English, Brass, Umbrella Rack, Hallway, Victorian

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H 22.05 in W 16.93 in D 4.93 in

Antique Segmented Stick Stand, English, Brass, Umbrella Rack, Hallway, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, brass and cast iron umbrella rack with drip tray, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Danish bread slicer by the famous Raadvad brand in the last mid century

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H 11.03 in W 14.57 in D 13.78 in

Antique Danish bread slicer by the famous Raadvad brand in the last mid century

By Raadvad

Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR

A robust, useful and decorative addition to any kitchen! Painted cast iron body, wooden trays and stainless steel blade.

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, Iron

Arts & Crafts Oak Coat Rack & Umbrella Stick Stand

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H 75 in Dm 19 in

Arts & Crafts Oak Coat Rack & Umbrella Stick Stand

Located in Altrincham, GB

Arts & Crafts Oak Coat Rack & Umbrella Stick Stand of Octagonal Pole Form with Chrome Hooks and Original Cast Iron Drip Tray - 19"diam x 75"h

Category

Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Oak

Vintage 6 Segment Umbrella Rack, English, Brass, Stick Stand, Art Deco, C.1940

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H 24.22 in W 12.6 in D 9.45 in

Vintage 6 Segment Umbrella Rack, English, Brass, Stick Stand, Art Deco, C.1940

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, brass and cast iron reception hall stick stand, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1940.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Arts and Crafts Brass Umbrella Stand

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H 23 in W 21.5 in D 6.5 in

Arts and Crafts Brass Umbrella Stand

Located in High Peak, GB

K0529 Unusual and rare Arts and Crafts brass umbrella stand with five divisions flanked by decorative finials, cast iron base and removable drip tray. This antique umbrella stand ret...

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Umbrella Stands

Materials

Brass

Rare English Victorian Umbrella Stand by William Tonks & Sons, c. 1880

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H 27.5 in W 13.5 in D 9.5 in

Rare English Victorian Umbrella Stand by William Tonks & Sons, c. 1880

Located in High Peak, GB

K0496 Stylish Victorian brass, copper plated umbrella stand by William Tonks and Sons, all in excelled original condition retaining its patina and removable cast iron drip tray. Stam...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Copper

Tall Antique Seated Coat Stand, English Oak, Hall Rack, Velvet Mirror, Edwardian

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H 80.71 in W 35.83 in D 14.18 in

Tall Antique Seated Coat Stand, English Oak, Hall Rack, Velvet Mirror, Edwardian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Superb reception hall piece with a generous height of 6' 7'' Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Select oak stocks present fine grain interest and rich cara...

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Oak

Industrial Extended Gooseneck Floor Lamp with Tray Base

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H 66 in W 11 in D 33 in

Industrial Extended Gooseneck Floor Lamp with Tray Base

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rare, 1930s industrial, steel floor lamp by Phillips Sears Co. with height adjustable and articulating, gooseneck arm with cast iron tray base.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Steel

19th C English Oak Reading Table on Cast Iron Base with Ball and Claw Feet

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H 25 in W 31.75 in D 22 in

19th C English Oak Reading Table on Cast Iron Base with Ball and Claw Feet

By J Foot & Son

Located in Savannah, GA

Victorian English reading table in the style of the Patent "Adapta" Table made by the firm J Foot and Son of Bond Street, London. This company produced a number of unique and origina...

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Tray Tables

Materials

Iron

English Adjustable Tray Table

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H 21 in W 37.5 in D 17.5 in

English Adjustable Tray Table

Located in Winter Park, FL

An early 20th century English mahogany adjustable tilt-top tray table, with cast iron mechanism. Tabletop may be tilted flat or angled and has a ledge on each side.

Category

Early 20th Century English Tray Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Iron Halltree

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H 75 in Dm 25 in

Vintage Iron Halltree

Located in Baltimore, MD

A circular tube holds wet umbrellas while they drip into the cast iron tray. On original paw feet and in old worn and chipped white paint.

Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Vintage Iron Halltree

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H 73 in Dm 25 in

Vintage Iron Halltree

Located in Baltimore, MD

A circular tube holds wet umbrellas while they drip into the cast iron tray. The wooden feet are replacements as is the turned wooden finial.

Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Vintage Commemorative Tray, English, British Empire Exhibition, Herrick, 1924

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H 0.4 in W 4.53 in D 3.75 in

Vintage Commemorative Tray, English, British Empire Exhibition, Herrick, 1924

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage commemorative ashtray. An English, cast iron tray with the official British Empire Exhibition lion emblem by Herrick, dating to the early 20th century, marked as 19...

Category

Early 20th Century British Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Iron

1950s Vintage Mid-Century Mathieu Matégot Style White with Brass Umbrella Stand

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H 25 in W 11.81 in D 7.67 in

1950s Vintage Mid-Century Mathieu Matégot Style White with Brass Umbrella Stand

By Mathieu Matégot, Artimeta, Vereinigte Werkstätten München

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

There is slight surface rust on the inner cast iron tray this can be removed and re-blacked if desired.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique French Napoleon III Butchers Scale

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H 10.13 in W 22.25 in D 8.5 in

Antique French Napoleon III Butchers Scale

Located in Dallas, TX

The unicorns are pointed straight at each other to help line up during weighing. A two sided brass tray is on one side with a canted square cast iron tray on the other side.

Category

Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Scientific Instruments

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Iron

Italian Cast Iron Mirrored Cherub Tray and Centerpiece, 1920s

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H 4.5 in W 18.25 in D 12 in

Italian Cast Iron Mirrored Cherub Tray and Centerpiece, 1920s

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

1920s Cast Iron Mirrored Cherub Tray and Centerpiece, Italy Charming tray from Italy featuring 4 lively iron cherubs on each corner.

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Baroque Table Mirrors

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Green Enamel Cast Iron Trinket Ring Tray by Pemco

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H 1.5 in W 6 in D 7 in

Art Nouveau Green Enamel Cast Iron Trinket Ring Tray by Pemco

By Pemco

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This Art Nouveau ring/candy dish by Pemco, showcases the elegance of the Edwardian era with its cast iron construction and light green/teal color palette. Featuring a depiction of a ...

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Antique 19th Century Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Iron

19th C. Antique Victorian Cast Iron Rococo Hall Tree Coat Hook Umbrella Stand

$1,650

H 75.5 in W 29.5 in D 12 in

19th C. Antique Victorian Cast Iron Rococo Hall Tree Coat Hook Umbrella Stand

Located in Philadelphia, PA

19th Century Antique Victorian Cast Iron Rococo Hall Tree Coat Hook Umbrella Stand. Item features multiple ornate hooks, removable cast iron drip pan, frame for central mirror (glass...

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Copper Alloyr Tray / 1800-1900 / Gong / Wabi-Sabi Art

$1,000

H 2.84 in Dm 13.78 in

Japanese Antique Copper Alloyr Tray / 1800-1900 / Gong / Wabi-Sabi Art

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

I bought a very attractive copper tray. This is an item that was once used as a gong. In other words, it was used as a percussion instrument. It was also used in temples. The materi...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Tableware

Materials

Copper

Antique Ornate Stick Stand, English, Cast Iron, Hallway Umbrella Rack, Victorian

$1,725Sale Price|20% Off

H 35.63 in W 16.93 in D 8.47 in

Antique Ornate Stick Stand, English, Cast Iron, Hallway Umbrella Rack, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique ornate stick stand. An English, cast iron hallway umbrella rack, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Enthusiastically decorated stand with fascinat...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Handmade Cast Bronze Square Wabi-Sabi Trinket Tray, Small

$284 / item

H 0.6 in W 5.32 in D 5.32 in

Handmade Cast Bronze Square Wabi-Sabi Trinket Tray, Small

By The Design Foundry

Located in London, London

Graceful bronze tray, vide-poche, inspired by Wabi-Sabi, the ancient Japanese philosophy that views and embraces the world for its imperfections and transient nature. It translates i...

Category

2010s British Organic Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Bronze

Aesthetic Movement Umbrella Stand, Hand-Painted Fruitwood, 1890s

$2,542

H 29.14 in W 21.86 in D 9.06 in

Aesthetic Movement Umbrella Stand, Hand-Painted Fruitwood, 1890s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Aesthetic Movement umbrella stand Striking English design from the 1890s. Solid fruitwood frame with new patinated zinc drip tray. Overall original hand-painted ...

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Antique 1890s British Aesthetic Movement Umbrella Stands

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Persian Brass Tray on Stand / Table Celebrating Safavid Rulers

$4,500

H 21.25 in Dm 39.88 in

Antique Persian Brass Tray on Stand / Table Celebrating Safavid Rulers

Located in New York, NY

Finest quality and very large Antique Persian circular engraved brass tray on stand measuring almost 40 inches across and 21 inches tall as shown. Exceptionally designed, celebrati...

Category

20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Sought After circa 1910 Edwardian Vintage Gothic Wrought Iron Umbrella Stand

$473Sale Price|53% Off

H 24.41 in W 17.72 in D 7.88 in

Sought After circa 1910 Edwardian Vintage Gothic Wrought Iron Umbrella Stand

Located in Markington, GB

Sought-after original Edwardian wrought iron umbrella stand, dating to circa 1910. A large and decorative English example with attractive gothic-style ironwork, offering both practi...

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Umbrella Stands

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Moroccan Oval Engraved Copper Tray Coffee Table with Folding Wood Base, 1960s

$3,954

H 21.66 in W 44.89 in D 29.14 in

Moroccan Oval Engraved Copper Tray Coffee Table with Folding Wood Base, 1960s

Located in Paris, FR

A Moroccan oval tray table dating to approximately the 1950s–1960s, comprising a removable, hand-engraved copper top supported by a sculpted folding wooden base. Brass-finished end...

Category

20th Century Moroccan Moorish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper

French Coat Hat Rack Oak Beveled Mirror & Wrough Iron Stand Gothic Style 19th C.

$2,937

H 91.34 in W 40.16 in D 10.24 in

French Coat Hat Rack Oak Beveled Mirror & Wrough Iron Stand Gothic Style 19th C.

Located in Labrit, Landes

French late 19th century coat and hat rack hall stand. Hand carved oak, wrough iron and beveled mirror. The gothic style was often used in the 19th century, so it was named Neogothic...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Coat or Hat Rack with Umbrella Stand, circa 1870

$2,750

H 83 in W 33.75 in D 12 in

Victorian Cast Iron Coat or Hat Rack with Umbrella Stand, circa 1870

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A cast iron Victorian coat and hat rack with umbrella stand has been painted white. It is in great condition with no breaks or missing parts. The oval in the center originally held a...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Moorish Islamic Brass Tray Table, Handcrafted in Spain, 1920s Design

$3,500

H 22.75 in Dm 23.5 in

Moorish Islamic Brass Tray Table, Handcrafted in Spain, 1920s Design

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique Islamic Moorish Spain brass repousse tray table on folding wooden carved teak legs. Moorish Islamic Brass tray Side Table Spain circa 1920s. The embossed Damascene Art Deco ...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Moorish Tray Tables

Materials

Brass

Mughal Empire Antique Brass Tray Table with Wooden Folding Stand

$720Sale Price|77% Off

H 24 in Dm 30.5 in

Mughal Empire Antique Brass Tray Table with Wooden Folding Stand

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-480 Mughal Empire antique brass tray with later date carved wooden folding stand. Brass top is decorated with repousse foliate and floral motif. Tray is removable and can be hung...

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Antique 1890s Indian Serving Tables

Materials

Brass

Victorian Cast Iron Umbrella Stand, Neo-Classical Design, 19th Century

$534

H 20.9 in W 13 in D 6.3 in

Victorian Cast Iron Umbrella Stand, Neo-Classical Design, 19th Century

Located in Lincoln, GB

A Superb Victorian Cast Iron Stick Stand/Umbrella Stand with Neo-Classical Detail This is an exceptionally fine example of a late 19th-century cast iron stick Stand, umbrella, or can...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Umbrella Stands

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Cast Iron Corner Portmanteau, Hall Tree with a Hunt Motif

$2,850

H 77.5 in W 36 in D 22 in

French Cast Iron Corner Portmanteau, Hall Tree with a Hunt Motif

Located in Dallas, TX

A French cast iron corner hall tree with a hunt motif.

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Coat Racks and Stands

Moroccan Moorish Copper Tray Table with Hand-Carved Folding Base

$1,344

H 20.08 in Dm 23.04 in

Moroccan Moorish Copper Tray Table with Hand-Carved Folding Base

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

An exceptional Moorish Moroccan folding tray table, featuring a beautifully hand-hammered round copper top resting on an intricately hand-carved wooden base. The removable tray is r...

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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Serving Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Period Hand Carved & Painted Butler Dumb Waiter Statue

$950

H 41 in W 11.5 in D 12 in

Art Deco Period Hand Carved & Painted Butler Dumb Waiter Statue

Located in Forney, TX

An interesting and whimsical Art Deco period hand carved and painted dumb waiter, this listing is for the butler statue only (the maid has already sold). Born in the early 20th centu...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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$4,900 / item

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 9.45 in

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Pair of wall lamps, entirely handmade in Murano, Italy, that bring the energy of Nature and Feng Shui into your interior. This pair of modern organic wall lamps is composed of a hand...

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H 20.28 in Dm 19.3 in

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Antique 19th Century British Umbrella Stands

Antique Pakistani Punjabi Wooden Tribal Arm Chair

$3,200

H 39.5 in W 22 in D 20.75 in

Antique Pakistani Punjabi Wooden Tribal Arm Chair

Located in Houston, TX

Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century hand carved, turned and painted Punjabi chair with new down feather persimmon colored silk velvet seat cushion.

Category

Antique 19th Century Pakistani Tribal Armchairs

Materials

Silk, Velvet, Wood

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Cast Iron Tray For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the cast iron tray you’re looking for. Frequently made of iron, metal and ceramic, every cast iron tray was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the cast iron tray you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right cast iron tray, those designed in Industrial, Victorian and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest.

How Much is a Cast Iron Tray?

The average selling price for a cast iron tray at 1stDibs is $1,228, while they’re typically $495 on the low end and $2,100 for the highest priced.

Questions About Cast Iron Tray

What is the difference between iron and cast iron?
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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.
What are cast iron columns?
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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.
Who invented cast iron?
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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.
Does cast-iron furniture rust?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.
When were cast iron beds made?
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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.
Why is cast iron used for benches?
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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.
Why is cast iron used for fireplaces?
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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.
How can you tell the difference between cast iron and wrought iron?
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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.
When were cast iron doorstops made?
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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.
Is cast iron stronger than steel?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Cast iron is stronger than steel.
How do I keep cast iron from rusting?
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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?
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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.
Are cast iron columns hollow?
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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.
Do cast iron tables rust?
1 Answer
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.
Do cast iron Firebacks work?
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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.
Can I use cast iron as a planter?
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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.
What are cast iron trivets used for?
1 Answer
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.
What is a cast iron fireplace insert?
1 Answer
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.
How much does a cast iron bench weigh?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The weight of a cast iron bench depends mainly on the size of the bench and whether other materials, such as wood are used in it. Cast iron weighs 0.26 pounds per cubic inch, making it quite a heavy material, and ideal for outdoor furniture that you want to ensure can weather heavy winds and precipitation. Shop an array of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
How do I identify fake cast iron toys?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify fake cast iron toys, first look closely at any hardware. Modern reproductions will often feature shiny, new-looking screws, while genuine cast iron will usually have worn screws or even rivets securing the pieces together. Similarly, paint that appears glossy and completely unblemished often indicates that an item is a replica. Comparing any brand markings found on your toys to images of the hallmarks found on authentic pieces shared via trustworthy online resources can offer further insights. You may also wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer give you their opinion on your toys. Explore a collection of cast iron toys on 1stDibs.

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