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Early 19th century painted iron safe
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century painted iron safe circa 1830. We are pleased to offer this cast iron safe in
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Cupboards

Materials

Iron

Early 19th century painted iron safe
Early 19th century painted iron safe
H 21.25 in W 14 in D 12.5 in
Mechanical Bank, "Watchdog Safe" in Cast Iron, circa 1890
Located in Incline Village, NV
was advertised as "Watchdog Bank"). The bank is made of cast iron and is decorated with a Roman type
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Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Toys and Dolls

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Iron Safe
Located in High Point, NC
Originally used as a safe or strong-box, this antique iron trunk remains a trustworthy vault for
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Antique 19th Century French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Iron Safe
19th Century French Iron Safe
H 12.8 in W 18.9 in D 12.8 in
Small Victorian Meilink's Home Vault Railroad Safe Heavy Iron Nightstand
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Small/Medium Home Vault or Iron Safe on Railroad (Inline Caster/Wheels.) It rolls smoothly, and has
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Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Floral Cast Iron Centerpiece
Located in Countryside, IL
Floral cast iron centerpiece This centerpiece measures: 25 wide x 14 deep x 18 inches high and is
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2010s American Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Iron

Floral Cast Iron Centerpiece
Floral Cast Iron Centerpiece
H 18 in W 25 in D 14 in
Very Large Cast Iron Fender
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Very large cast iron fender This is a good large fender it is best quality and heavy, fenders
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Mid-20th Century Bohemian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Very Large Cast Iron Fender
Very Large Cast Iron Fender
H 12 in W 72 in D 30 in
Petrol Enamel Cast Iron Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Petrol Enamel Vintage industrial workshop floor lamp Cast iron with brass joints Adjustable in
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20th Century Dutch Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

Petrol Enamel Cast Iron Brass Floor Lamp
Petrol Enamel Cast Iron Brass Floor Lamp
H 59.06 in W 10.24 in D 19.69 in
Antique Cast Green Enameled Iron Umbrella/Cane stand
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
An elegant umbrella stand, made of enameled cast iron. Made in France, circa 1910-1920. In good
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Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Umbrella Stands

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Green Enameled Iron Umbrella/Cane stand
Antique Cast Green Enameled Iron Umbrella/Cane stand
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H 24.81 in W 21.66 in D 7.09 in
Blue Enamel Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. Blue enamel, white interior diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm / 4 inches
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Blue Enamel Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
Blue Enamel Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
H 11.03 in W 11.82 in D 17.72 in
Black Enamel Cast Iron Glass Mirror Floor Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Adjustable industrial floor lamp Black enamel with round glass mirror. Cast iron arm and base
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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Cast Iron Glass Mirror Floor Lamp
Black Enamel Cast Iron Glass Mirror Floor Lamp
H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in
White Opline Vintage Cast Iron & Brass Floor Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
White opaline vintage floor lamp Cast iron with brass joints Adjustable in angle. Diameter foot
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial pendant lamp Cast iron, clear glass Weight 2.20 kg / 4.9 lb Priced per individual item
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20th Century Dutch Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Metal American Industrial Cast Iron Table Desk Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
American goose neck desk light. Flexible arm with metal shade. Cast iron base. Black cotton wire
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

Green Metal Cast Iron Banker's Table Desk Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
bulb holders and new 110 volt or 220 volt wiring are UL Listed or CE certified. 100% safe. They can be
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Gray Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Pendant Lamp
By Industria Rotterdam
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial hanging lamp by Industria Rotterdam cast iron clear glass Weight 10.00 kg / 22 lb
Category

20th Century Dutch Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Gray Metal Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
By Philips
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Dutch industrial wall lamp by Philips, Holland Grey aluminium, white inside Cast iron arm Diameter
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Gray Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Belgian industrial wall lamp Grey enamel, white inside Cast iron arm Diameter cast iron wall piece
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Blue Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. Blue enamel, white interior diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm / 4 inches
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black enamel, cast iron parts and wall piece Adjustable industrial wall light Diameter wall mount
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Anthracite Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. Anthracite enamel, white interior diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm / 4
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Blue Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Blue enamel, cast iron parts and wall piece Adjustable industrial wall light Diameter wall mount
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Adjustable industrial wall light Black enamel, cast iron parts and wall piece Measure: diameter
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Factory Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory hanging lamp black enamel white interior cast iron top Weight 5.60 kg / 12.3 lb Priced
Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

White Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
factory wall light White enamel shade, cast iron arm and wall plate diameter cast iron wall piece
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Cage Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black enamel with cast iron top clear glass, iron cage Weight: 9.00 kg / 19.8 lb Priced per
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron, Enamel

Petrol Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial wall light Petrol colored enamel shade, white interior cast iron arm diameter cast
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Mid-20th Century Polish Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Blue Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Blue enamel, cast iron parts and wall piece Adjustable industrial wall light Diameter wall
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Green Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. Green enamel. White interior. Measures: Diameter cast iron wall piece 12 cm
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Vintage Industrial Black Enamel Cast Iron Wall Light Scones
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. Black enamel shade, cast iron arm and wall plate diameter cast iron wall piece
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial wall light Black enamel shade, cast iron arm and wall plate Diameter cast iron wall
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

Gray Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Factory Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory hanging lamp Gray enamel white interior Cast iron top Weight 5.0 kg / 11 lb Priced
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Factory Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. Black enamel. White interior. Diameter cast iron wall piece: 12 cm, three
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron, Enamel

Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Wall Lamp Scone
Located in Amsterdam, NL
German Industrial wall or ceiling lamp made by ‘Schaco’ cast iron, clear glass Weight: 4.70 kg
Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

White Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Wall Light Scones
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. White enamel. White interior. Diameter cast iron wall piece: 12 cm, three
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. Black enamel. White interior. Measures: Diameter cast iron wall piece 12 cm, 3
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron, Enamel

Green Cast Iron Italian Vintage Industrial Ship Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Green gray Italian cast iron ship light. 2x E27 / E26 Note : Heavy metal! Weight: 21.00 kg
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Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Wall Lamp Scone
Located in Amsterdam, NL
German industrial wall or ceiling lamp made by ‘Schuch’ cast iron, clear glass Weight: 6.50 kg
Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Wall Light Scones
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. Black enamel. White interior. Diameter cast iron wall piece: 12 cm, three
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Wall Light Scones
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light. Black enamel. White interior. Diameter cast iron wall piece: 12 cm, three
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Gray Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Frosted Glass Pendant Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial lamp Grey cast iron with greenish frosted glass Weight 8.00 kg / 17.6 lb Priced
Category

20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Grey Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial lamp. Cast iron with clear glass. Weight: 8.0 kg / 17.6 lb Priced per individual
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Set of Hound-Form Cast Iron Andirons
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
-forged iron in the form of stylized dogs (hounds). FYI: Bradley & Hubbard Manufacturing Company Fate
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Set of Hound-Form Cast Iron Andirons
Set of Hound-Form Cast Iron Andirons
H 27 in W 13.75 in D 25 in
White Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Factory Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory pendant. White enamel white interior. Cast iron top with clear glass. Weight: 3.4 kg / 7.5
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Wall Lamp Scone
By Industria Rotterdam
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial wall ceiling scones cast iron clear glass Weight: 2.78 kg / 6.1 lb Priced per
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20th Century Dutch Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Grey Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Pendant Lights by HWK
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare and old factory lamp by HWK Grey enamel with grey cast iron top White interior Weight: 5.40
Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Gray Brown Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Adjustable industrial wall light Grey brown aged enamel, cast iron parts and wall piece Diameter
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Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Light Gray Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
are CE certified or UL listed. 100% safe. They can be set in operation immediately. Excluding light
Category

20th Century Dutch Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Blue Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Factory Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light Blue enamel, white interior diameter cast iron wall piece: 12 cm, 3 holes to
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Blue Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Clear Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory hanging lamp Blue enamel white interior clear glass, cast iron top Weight 5.5 kg / 12.1 lb
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Blue Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Factory Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Factory wall light Blue enamel, white interior diameter cast iron wall piece: 12 cm, 3 holes to
Category

Mid-20th Century Hungarian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Clear Glass Pendant Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black enamel with cast iron top clear glass, iron cage Weight: 9.00 kg / 19.8 lb Priced per
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Holophane Striped Glass Wall Lamp Scone
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Industrial wall or ceiling lamp Cast iron, clear Holophane glass Weight: 3.70 kg / 8.2 lb
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Clear Glass Pendant Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black enamel with cast iron top clear glass, iron cage Weight: 9.00 kg / 19.8 lb Priced per
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Clear Glass Vintage Industrial Brass Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Brass and cast iron industrial wall light Clear texture glass globe Diameter cast iron wall piece
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Frosted Glass Pendant Light
By Siemens
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Original Siemens factory pendant very rare early model black enamel white interior cast iron top
Category

Vintage 1930s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Factory Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
factory wall light black enamel, white interior Diameter cast iron wall piece: 12 cm, 3 holes
Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Gray Cast Iron Vintage Industrial Clear Glass Hanging Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
% safe. They can be set in operation immediately.
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scone Wall Light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French factory wall light Black enamel, white interior diameter cast iron wall piece: 10.5 cm
Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Enamel, Iron

White Opaline Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Scones Wall Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Opaline glass industrial wall light. Brass top. Measures: Diameter cast iron wall piece 10.5 cm
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron, Brass

French Green Cast Iron Frosted Glass Streetlight by Sammode, France
By Sammode
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Green vintage French cast iron streetlight by Sammode, France Metal, cast iron base and frosted
Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

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Cast Iron Safe For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cast iron safe for your home. Each cast iron safe for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using iron, metal and brass. There are many kinds of the cast iron safe you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right cast iron safe, those designed in Victorian, Folk Art and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cast iron safe over the years, but those crafted by Bauche, J. & E. Stevens Co. and John Wright Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Cast Iron Safe?

Prices for a cast iron safe start at $80 and top out at $20,325 with the average selling for $2,400.

A Close Look at Industrial Furniture

Industrial floor lamps, bar stools, desks and other industrial-style furnishings have experienced a resurgence in popularity with the rise of interest in minimalist design.

It's a look that celebrates the past even as it suggests vigor, productivity and brawn. The newly chic industrial style of decor repurposes the simple, sturdy furniture of an earlier world of commerce — brushed-metal storage cabinets and display shelves, task lamps and pendant lights with enameled shades, work tables with worn wooden tops and cast-iron bases — and couples them with aesthetic touches emblematic of energy and optimism, from bright upholstery fabrics to flowers.

The rise in prominence of the industrial style has come hand-in-hand with the residential repurposing of former manufacturing and warehouse districts throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. In many loft apartments created in shuttered factories, the architectural envelope has been left intact.

Industrial-style interiors feature elements like raw brick walls, exposed steel beams and oak floors whose history is written in every pit and gouge. Iron and glass transom windows give definition and interest to small kitchen areas anchored by kitchen islands made of marble, steel and brass, while taxidermy or vintage neon signs serve as wall art in living rooms dotted with leather club chairs. Patina is the keynote to a decor in sync with such surroundings. 

On 1stDibs you will find industrial furniture designs that wear their age beautifully — and were built to last.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cast Iron Safe
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, homes are significantly safer with wrought iron doors. Because of their durability, they are a good option to protect your home. In unsavory weather conditions, wrought iron entries can protect your home from the damage caused by debris and objects, and they are strong enough to deter burglars. Find a variety of wrought iron doors on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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

    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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 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 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 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

    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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether cast iron is good for outdoor furniture is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people prefer cast iron due to its strength, durability and timeless Old World charm. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cast iron outdoor furniture.