What is wrought-iron furniture?

Wrought iron is a highly refined iron alloy that is tough, malleable, corrosion resistant and easily welded. It is no longer produced on a commercial scale. Many items, including garden furniture, referred to today as wrought iron are actually made of mild steel. They are called wrought iron because they resemble objects that in the past were “wrought” by hand, rather than cast.

Is wrought iron stronger than steel?

No, wrought iron is not stronger than steel.

How can you tell if wrought iron is Woodard?

To tell if wrought iron is Woodard, examine its frame closely. Authentic pieces usually have the Woodard name embossed right onto the metal. Instead of embossing, some pieces display the brand name on a metal tag. For assistance with identifying a piece of wrought iron furniture, seek the help of a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. Explore an assortment of Woodard wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.

What is wrought iron furniture made of?

Modern wrought iron furniture is often made out of a type of carbon steel called mild steel that artisans work by hand. Vintage and antique wrought iron pieces are usually a genuine iron alloy. On 1stDibs, find a range of wrought iron furniture.

Are wrought iron doors safe?

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.

How can you tell if wrought iron is an antique?

To tell if wrought iron is an antique, first check to see if there are any maker's marks on the piece. By researching these marks using trusted online resources, you can typically determine who produced a piece of furniture and when they were active and producing furnishings similar to yours. If the company was in business and crafting similar pieces 100 years ago or more, then the wrought iron table, chair or other item may be an antique. However, if the business opened recently or the style was offered more recently than a century ago, your item is likely not antique. If you cannot locate a maker's mark, inspect your furniture closely. Antique pieces often show signs of handcrafting, such as slight imperfections or irregularities. Also, antique wrought iron often has signs of wear, such as pitting in the metal or scratches due to age. If you're still uncertain whether your item is antique, you can ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to date it. Shop an assortment of antique wrought iron furniture 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.

Is wrought iron patio furniture good?

Yes, many experts state that wrought iron patio furniture is good. The metal is durable enough to withstand the effects of weather exposure and remains sturdy even with frequent wear. In addition, wrought iron is relatively easy to clean and maintain. Many people also love the appearance of the metal. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of wrought iron patio furniture.

How can you tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage?

One way to tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage is to look for markings that indicate who produced it. Markings may appear on the underside, back and legs of wrought iron tables and chairs . You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer if you can't find markings or have difficulty dating a piece. Walter Lamb ’s adventurous works and those of other mid-century designers noted for their seminal outdoor furniture — a list that includes Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green , Russell Woodard , Maurizio Tempestini for John B. Salterini and Richard Schultz for Knoll — is often found among the offerings of 1stDibs dealers.In colder regions, wrought iron, which can be left outdoors all year round, was the material of choice in outdoor furniture designs for the Atomic Age .Shop a variety of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.

How do you clean wrought-iron patio furniture?

Wipe the surface with a sponge or cloth soaked in a solution of water and dish soap, then rinse with pure water and allow to dry.

What is the difference between wrought iron and steel railings?

The difference between wrought iron and steel railings lies in the materials used to produce them. Wrought iron is made entirely from iron, while steel combines iron and carbon. Shop a selection of decorative railings on 1stDibs.

Is vintage wrought iron worth anything?

Yes, vintage wrought iron may be worth something. Collectors often seek pieces from notable makers like Russell Woodward, Salterini and Meadowcraft. In addition to the maker, the style, type, age and condition will also contribute to the potential value of a wrought iron piece. For assistance with the valuation process, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Shop a range of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.

Wrought Iron Sphere

Spanish Chandelier 1930

Sphere Stand

Armillary Globe

Armillary Table

Round Iron Chandelier

Wine Barrel Furniture

Patina Bed

Armillary Garden Sphere

Vintage Wrought Iron Hollywood Regency Bench, Silver Sphere Finials

$1,200

Vintage Wrought Iron Hollywood Regency Bench, Silver Sphere Finials

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Wrought Iron Hollywood Regency Bench, Silver Sphere Finials Offered for sale is a vintage wrought iron Hollywood Regency bench with scrolled arms and silvered sphere finials.

Category

Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Armillary Sphere on Stand or Garden Ornament of Wrought Iron

$1,895

French Armillary Sphere on Stand or Garden Ornament of Wrought Iron

Located in Austin, TX

A fine French armillary sphere or decorative garden ornament of wrought iron featuring an arrow positioned in a globe mounted to a four-legged support stand.

Category

20th Century French Garden Ornaments

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron Coffee Table with Glass Top and Gilt Sphere X-Form Base

$2,160Sale Price|20% Off

Wrought Iron Coffee Table with Glass Top and Gilt Sphere X-Form Base

Located in Miami, FL

Wrought Iron Coffee Table with Glass Top and Gilt Sphere X-Form Base, Decorative Wrought Iron Cocktail Coffee Table, Architectural Element with Glass Top A refined and well-proport...

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 1940s Gilded Spheres and Wrought Iron Spherical Art Moderne Table Lamps

$5,975 / set

Pair of 1940s Gilded Spheres and Wrought Iron Spherical Art Moderne Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

This dramatic and architectural pair of table lamps were realized in France, circa 1940. They feature Edgar Brandt style wrought iron curvilinear embellishments ascending from a squa...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Wrought Iron Fireplace Andirons. Modernist Curled Form with Sphere Top c1940's

$950 / set

Wrought Iron Fireplace Andirons. Modernist Curled Form with Sphere Top c1940's

Located in Highwood, IL

Wrought Iron Fireplace Andirons. Modernist style with a curled form and sphere tops. hard to pinpoint when they were made, but they seem to have a bit of that French 40's style about...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Finnish Vintage Iron Sundial Armillary Sphere by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

$1,542

Finnish Vintage Iron Sundial Armillary Sphere by Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

Located in Kangasala, FI

A striking hand-forged wrought iron armillary sphere sundial, crafted in Finland by the celebrated metal workshop Taidetakomo Hakkarainen during the mid-20th century.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Classical White Iron Armillary Sphere Garden Sculpture on Stand

$1,720

Large Classical White Iron Armillary Sphere Garden Sculpture on Stand

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautifully crafted iron armillary sphere on stand, evoking the timeless elegance of classical European gardens. Pieces like this are often found anchoring gravel courtyards, nestl...

Category

Late 20th Century American Country Garden Ornaments

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Classical White Iron Armillary Sphere Garden Sculpture on Stand

$1,095

Large Classical White Iron Armillary Sphere Garden Sculpture on Stand

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautifully crafted iron armillary sphere on stand, evoking the timeless elegance of classical European gardens. Pieces like this are often found anchoring gravel courtyards, nestl...

Category

Late 20th Century American Country Garden Ornaments

Materials

Wrought Iron

A Pair of BRUTALIST NEOCLASSICAL Wrought Iron ANDIRONS, France 1970

$4,112

A Pair of BRUTALIST NEOCLASSICAL Wrought Iron ANDIRONS, France 1970

Located in PARIS, FR

A very massive, heavy and strong, Modernist, Neoclassical, Brutalist, pair of andirons, to be attributed. Massive geometric wrought iron structures holding thick iron spheres on thei...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron

David Hicks Wrought Iron & Leather Sling Chair

$2,400

David Hicks Wrought Iron & Leather Sling Chair

Located in Denton, TX

David Hicks Wrought Iron & Leather Sling Chair. Scrolled wrought iron frame with brass sphere accents & black leather sling seat.

Category

Mid-20th Century English Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Unknown Artist, Futuristic Juggler Sculpture, Wrought Iron and Colored Resin

$2,056

Unknown Artist, Futuristic Juggler Sculpture, Wrought Iron and Colored Resin

Located in Montelabbate, PU

Beautiful wrought iron sculpture with coloured resin spheres.

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

Piero Fornasetti Red Wrought Iron and and Blue Glass Coat Stand, Italy, 1959

$6,854

Piero Fornasetti Red Wrought Iron and and Blue Glass Coat Stand, Italy, 1959

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Milan, IT

Rare and beautiful Piero Fornasetti red painted wrought iron and blue opaline glass sphere coat Stand, Italy, 1959 Reference: B.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Edgar Brandt Art Deco Lamp Sphere model

$2,513

Edgar Brandt Art Deco Lamp Sphere model

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Art deco lamp circa 1925. Wrought iron base, sphere model. Alabaster tulip.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Wrought Iron

Impressive Huge 19th Century Pawnbroker Folk Art Sign with Three Spheres Symbol

$6,142

Impressive Huge 19th Century Pawnbroker Folk Art Sign with Three Spheres Symbol

Located in Lowestoft, GB

Each sphere is suspended by a wrought iron inserted hook, they also retain there original oil gilt finish with age related wear knocks and abrasions totally untouched and original.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Signs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Attractive Chandelier with Three Pumpkin-Shaped Shades in Green Glass by Feders

$1,520Sale Price|20% Off

Attractive Chandelier with Three Pumpkin-Shaped Shades in Green Glass by Feders

By Felipe Delfinger

Located in Mexico, DF

Beautiful chandelier assembled with three original Feders pumpkin-shaped shades of blown green glass trapped in wrought iron painted black. Each sphere hangs from a black chain and w...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Polished Brass Full-Register by Longden of Sheffield

$16,739

Large Polished Brass Full-Register by Longden of Sheffield

By Longden of Sheffield

Located in London, GB

The exceptionally wide fire basket constructed from wrought-iron, suspended on spheres and flanked by brass engraved hob-fronts, sits over a highly decorative pierced fret adorned wi...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Other Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Brass, Iron

Recent Sales

Edgar Brandt Wrought Iron and Alabaster Rare Ceiling Light, circa 1925

Unavailable

H 35.44 in Dm 18.9 in

Edgar Brandt Wrought Iron and Alabaster Rare Ceiling Light, circa 1925

By Edgar Brandt

Located in Paris, FR

Large hammered wrought iron centre light holding a sphere and alabaster shade with six branches of lights representing horns of plenty surmounted by orange tulips.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Wrought Iron

French 19th Century Open Sphere Made from Wine Barrel Irons

Unavailable

H 25 in Dm 25 in

French 19th Century Open Sphere Made from Wine Barrel Irons

Located in Woodbury, CT

We are great fans of quirky items and bought this open sphere expecting to make it into a lighting fixture, but we have lost our lighting expert and so are selling this and a compani...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Garden Ornaments

Materials

Wrought Iron

French 19th Century Open Sphere Made from Wine Barrel Irons

Unavailable

H 28 in Dm 28 in

French 19th Century Open Sphere Made from Wine Barrel Irons

Located in Woodbury, CT

We are great fans of quirky items and bought this open sphere expecting to make it into a lighting fixture, but we have lost our lighting expert and so are selling this and a compani...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Garden Ornaments

Materials

Wrought Iron

Elegant Ancient Garden Fountain Handcrafted in Stone with Two Basins, Provence

Unavailable

H 70.08 in W 74.81 in D 45.28 in

Elegant Ancient Garden Fountain Handcrafted in Stone with Two Basins, Provence

Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, FR

This central pediment is nicely sculpted with side corbels, a breastplate and a molded headpiece topped by a stone sphere. A wrought-iron water outlet with volutes pours out water in...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Fountains

Materials

Limestone

Armillary Sundial with Carved Acanthus Leaf Decor and Wrought Iron Sphere

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H 58 in W 32 in D 19 in

Armillary Sundial with Carved Acanthus Leaf Decor and Wrought Iron Sphere

Located in Dallas, TX

This hand carved limestone armillary sundial with carved acanthus leaf décor and wrought iron sphere will make a grand statement in any garden.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sundials

Materials

Limestone, Iron

c.1930 Spanish Wrought Iron Sphere 8-Light Chandelier

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H 45.25 in Dm 24 in

c.1930 Spanish Wrought Iron Sphere 8-Light Chandelier

Located in Highwood, IL

Unusual vintage Spanish scrolled iron spherical form 8 light chandelier. In southern France close to the Spanish border is where we found this interesting chandelier. Perfectly suite...

Category

Vintage 1930s Spanish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 1970's Marquise Armchairs by Maurice Garnier

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H 32.68 in W 40.16 in D 36.23 in

Pair of 1970's Marquise Armchairs by Maurice Garnier

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of 1970's Marquise Armchairs by Maurice Garnier, wrought iron legs, wrought iron sphere decor on the back.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Bergere Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron Round Suspension with Interior Glass Sphere, C.1930

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H 27.56 in Dm 15.75 in

Wrought Iron Round Suspension with Interior Glass Sphere, C.1930

Located in Brussels, BE

Wrought iron round suspension with interior glass sphere - c.1930.

Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wrought-iron side table with armillary sphere, 1970s

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H 25.6 in Dm 18.51 in

Wrought-iron side table with armillary sphere, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Wrought-iron side table with armillary sphere, 1970s

Category

20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Coat Rack in Wrought Iron with Brass Spheres by Roger Feraud

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H 73 in W 16 in D 19 in

Coat Rack in Wrought Iron with Brass Spheres by Roger Feraud

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Floor standing coat rack in wrought iron with brass spheres designed by Roger Feraud for Geo, France 1950's

Category

Vintage 1950s French Coat Racks and Stands

Bronze and Wrought Iron Armillary Sphere Mounted on a Terracotta Pedestal

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H 72.05 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Bronze and Wrought Iron Armillary Sphere Mounted on a Terracotta Pedestal

Located in Baambrugge, NL

The sphere is early 20th century and the terracotta base 19th century. The pedestal is beautifully decorated and is standing on four paw feet. Because of the vulnerable material t...

Category

Antique 1890s English Renaissance Revival Sundials

Materials

Metal

Large Carved Limestone Sundial with Wrought Iron Armillary

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H 88 in Dm 44 in

Large Carved Limestone Sundial with Wrought Iron Armillary

Located in Dallas, TX

This large limestone sundial with wrought iron armillary sphere will make a grand statement in any garden.

Category

2010s Italian Sundials

Materials

Limestone, Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron Clock Barometer

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H 25 in W 10 in D 5.5 in

Wrought Iron Clock Barometer

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A mid-century atomic style clock barometer combo. Black wrought iron frame with solid brass spheres top and bottom and marking the hours.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern More Clocks

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair Of Art Deco Style Filigree Wrought Iron Andirons

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H 22 in W 7 in D 19 in

Pair Of Art Deco Style Filigree Wrought Iron Andirons

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of French Art Deco style andirons composed of wrought iron, resting upon brass spheres, and decorated with a stylized filigree floral and scroll design.

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Wrought Iron, Brass

French Iron and Copper Armillary Sphere or Sundial circa 1900

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H 28.75 in Dm 15 in

French Iron and Copper Armillary Sphere or Sundial circa 1900

Located in Fayetteville, AR

It features an iron Stand with with a twisted wrought iron pillar.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Scientific Instruments

Materials

Copper, Iron

Large Mid Century Wrought Iron Mirror with Brass Ball Detail

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H 46 in W 38 in D 1 in

Large Mid Century Wrought Iron Mirror with Brass Ball Detail

By Jean Royère

Located in New York, NY

A fantastic hand made wrought iron mirror with brass sphere accents. Heavy quality beveled glass mirror.

Category

Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Art Deco Armillary Sphere

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H 36 in Dm 18 in

Art Deco Armillary Sphere

Located in Montreal, QC

Art Deco wrought iron armillary sphere suspended on support rod and decorative chains from canopy and enclosing a 12"diameter milk glass globe.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

1960s Side Table in Wrought Iron, Brass and Teak, Brazil Mid Century Modern

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H 15.75 in W 30.32 in D 16.93 in

1960s Side Table in Wrought Iron, Brass and Teak, Brazil Mid Century Modern

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Beautiful petite side table with wrought iron structure and amazing brass spheres.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

20th Century Armillary Sphere and Sundial

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H 33.86 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

20th Century Armillary Sphere and Sundial

Located in Valladolid, ES

A 20th century armillary sphere and sundial in metal and copper. In a good condition. An extraordinary piece to decorate the garden.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Edwardian Garden Ornaments

Materials

Copper, Wrought Iron

Pair Black Spanish Hand-Forged Iron Globe Chandeliers circa 1960

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H 15 in Dm 18 in

Pair Black Spanish Hand-Forged Iron Globe Chandeliers circa 1960

Located in Houston, TX

Hand-wrought, Spanish Colonial style iron sphere lights with gold accents, newly rewired in the USA with all UL listed parts and four candelabra sockets.

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Spanish Colonial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Garden Table by Fonderie du Nord and Attr. to Jean Michel Frank

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H 31.75 in Dm 30 in

Garden Table by Fonderie du Nord and Attr. to Jean Michel Frank

Located in New York, NY

Legs Composed of 4 Pieces of Wrought Iron Twisted into a Sphere and Supporting a Round Top.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Gueridon

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Art Deco Chandelier from the Verrerie Des Vosges, 1930s

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H 69 in Dm 40 in

French Art Deco Chandelier from the Verrerie Des Vosges, 1930s

Located in Lyon, FR

Brushed wrought iron structure. Very nice details and in very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Portobello Pawnbroker's Sign

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H 51.19 in W 11.03 in D 85.83 in

Portobello Pawnbroker's Sign

Located in London, GB

Portobello Pawnbroker's sign, wrought iron with gilt spheres, ex. Portobello Road, Notting Hill.

Category

Vintage 1910s British Other Signs

c.1930 Spanish Wrought Iron Sphere 8-Light Chandelier

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H 45.25 in Dm 24 in

c.1930 Spanish Wrought Iron Sphere 8-Light Chandelier

Located in Highwood, IL

Unusual vintage Spanish scrolled iron spherical form 8 light chandelier. In southern France close to the Spanish border is where we found this interesting chandelier. Perfectly suite...

Category

Vintage 1930s Spanish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Italian 20th Century Hand-Wrought Iron Sphere Five Lights Chandelier

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H 35.44 in Dm 25.6 in

Pair of Italian 20th Century Hand-Wrought Iron Sphere Five Lights Chandelier

Located in Firenze, IT

This beautiful pair of mid-century modern Italian dark brown hand-forged round iron chandelier have five candelabra base bulbs. All hand-forged globe body with decorative scrolling o...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Armillary Sphere in Wrought Iron and Brass, circa 1850

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H 25.2 in Dm 17.33 in

Armillary Sphere in Wrought Iron and Brass, circa 1850

Located in Milan, IT

Astonishing Armillary sphere, a very beautiful decorative object, in wrought iron and metal, circa 1850.

Category

Antique 1850s Italian Other Nautical Objects

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Iron Garden Armillary Sphere or Globe

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H 42 in W 20 in D 21 in

Iron Garden Armillary Sphere or Globe

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Decorative iron garden armillary sphere or garden globe on stand. Features a non-turning set of rings on a ring stand with round feet and topped with a round finial. The iron is coat...

Category

20th Century American Garden Ornaments

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Wrought Iron GEC Holophane Glass Globe Sphere Pendant Light, C.1915

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H 20.87 in Dm 15.75 in

Antique Wrought Iron GEC Holophane Glass Globe Sphere Pendant Light, C.1915

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

A very well presented glass globe pendant light made by General Electric Company. c.1915 The two-part prismatic glass shades set in a wonderful blacksmith-made wrought iron banded...

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Dutch Iron and Wood Baroque Style Chandelier, circa 19th Century

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H 47 in Dm 58 in

Dutch Iron and Wood Baroque Style Chandelier, circa 19th Century

Located in Napa, CA

Wrought iron with painted spheres.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Table lamp by Harry Lawenda

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H 42.25 in W 7 in D 7 in

Table lamp by Harry Lawenda

Located in New York, NY

Large table lamp in wrought iron with turned walnut sphere accent and oatmeal colored fabric shade.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Mid Century Wrought Iron Armillary Sphere

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H 20.5 in W 25 in D 11.5 in

Mid Century Wrought Iron Armillary Sphere

Located in Pasadena, CA

Hand Crafted Iron Armillary Sphere Mobile

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Mobiles and Kinetic Sculptures

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Black Wrought Iron Floor-Standing Ten-Sconce Sphere Candelabra

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H 73 in Dm 24 in

20th Century Black Wrought Iron Floor-Standing Ten-Sconce Sphere Candelabra

Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire

The large black wrought iron floor standing candelabra, of naturalistic sinuous form, being a caged sphere with ten candle sconces, raised on a sinuous shaped support to four flatten...

Category

1990s English More Lighting

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Wrought Iron and Gilt Armillary Sphere Tables

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H 31.5 in Dm 19 in

Pair of Wrought Iron and Gilt Armillary Sphere Tables

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Hand Wrought Iron Armillary Sphere Tables with Inset Glass Tops.

Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair of Wrought Iron and Gilt Armillary Sphere Tables

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H 31.5 in Dm 19 in

Pair of Wrought Iron and Gilt Armillary Sphere Tables

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Wrought Iron and Gilt Armillary Sphere Tables

Category

Vintage 1950s Argentine Gueridon

Materials

Iron

Vintage Iron Celestial Armillary Sphere

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H 31 in Dm 12 in

Vintage Iron Celestial Armillary Sphere

Located in Southfield, MI

Wonderful vntage wrought iron armillary or celestial sphere dating to the 1930's.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Globes

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Two Tier Chandelier, Wrought Iron

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H 38 in Dm 34 in

French Two Tier Chandelier, Wrought Iron

Located in New York, NY

FRENCH TWO TIER CHANDELIER, WROUGHT IRON, 12 TUNED ARMS AND SPHERE MOTIF.

Category

20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wrought iron armillary

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H 35 in W 26 in D 21 in

Wrought iron armillary

Located in Sarasota, FL

A wrought iron armillary, revolving sphere with arrow, neo-classical style

Category

20th Century French Sundials

Armillary Sphere

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H 41 in W 29 in Dm 24 in

Armillary Sphere

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wrought iron armillary sphere on cast iron stand.

Category

Early 20th Century American Sundials

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Iron Armillary

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Dm 24 in

Iron Armillary

Located in Mt. Kisco, NY

Decorative element for garden or interior. wrought iron interconnecting spheres on small base.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Garden Ornaments

Pedestal Table

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H 23.63 in Dm 23.23 in

Pedestal Table

By Edgar Brandt

Located in Paris, FR

The upper belt is decorated with an ornamental frieze of chevrons. The circular wrought iron base resting on four spheres is stamped "E.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Pedestals

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Magnificent Jean Royère "Tour Eiffel" Center/Dining Table ca.1950

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H 33 in W 47 in

Magnificent Jean Royère "Tour Eiffel" Center/Dining Table ca.1950

By Jean Royère

Located in San Diego, CA

Unique Piece. (1/1) Black painted wrought Iron Latticework, & Solid Brass Spheres.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Neoclassical Dining Room Tables

Pair of Andirons with Sphere Finials in Chromed Metal by Jacques Adnet

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H 8 in W 3.5 in D 13.5 in

Pair of Andirons with Sphere Finials in Chromed Metal by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in New York, NY

French architect Jacques Adnet (1900-1984) worked for Maurice Dufrêne before establishing himself as a successful decorator, operating in an elegant but logic-driven style for Parisi...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Andirons

Materials

Chrome, Wrought Iron

Pair of Art Deco Fireplace Andirons

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H 17.5 in W 6 in D 15 in

Pair of Art Deco Fireplace Andirons

By Donald Deskey

Located in Newburgh, NY

Art Deco chrome and wrought iron andirons having sphere finial over trifid leg.

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Chrome, Wrought Iron

Diminutive Antique Wrought Iron Garden Bench

$470

H 36 in W 34.5 in D 22 in

Diminutive Antique Wrought Iron Garden Bench

By Woodard Furniture Co., Salterini

Located in New York, NY

Nice antique garden bench having a wrought iron frame with repeating continuous metal straps which form the seat and back. This example is in very good, original, clean and ready t...

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Revival Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Mid-Century Coffee or Low Table with Wrought Iron Base and Glass Top

$5,895

H 19 in W 39.25 in D 26.63 in

French Mid-Century Coffee or Low Table with Wrought Iron Base and Glass Top

By Maison Jansen

Located in Austin, TX

A fine French low cocktail or coffee low table from the Mid-Century Modern era, in the manner of Maison Jansen - featuring a rectangular glass top set upon a handsome wrought iron fr...

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Brass

Italian Modern Iron And Bronze Bench

$3,450

H 25.25 in W 28.75 in D 14.5 in

Italian Modern Iron And Bronze Bench

By Maison Jansen

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Modern Iron And Bronze Bench. Stunning Italian Hollywood Regency Heavy Weight Bench Of Iron With Beautiful Bronze Swan Handles. This versatile Italian bench would look great ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Pair of 1970s Italian Cast Brass Table Lamps with Oval Shades

$2,011 / set

H 14.97 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in

Pair of 1970s Italian Cast Brass Table Lamps with Oval Shades

Located in Nicolosi, IT

Elegant pair of Italian table lamps from the 1970s, crafted in cast brass and completed with oval fabric shades. Each lamp features a sculptural rounded brass base with a richly text...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century French Neoclassical Brass, Ebonized Metal and Glass Coffee Table

$3,800

H 17 in W 31 in D 47 in

Mid-Century French Neoclassical Brass, Ebonized Metal and Glass Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century French Neoclassical Brass, Ebonized Metal and Glass Coffee Table, in the Manner of Maison Jansen A striking mid-20th-century French Neoclassical-style coffee table, featu...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table with Bronze Finials 20th C.

$4,200

H 20.25 in W 39.5 in D 20.5 in

French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table with Bronze Finials 20th C.

Located in New York, NY

20th Century Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table with Bronze Mounts A finely crafted 20th-century coffee table featuring a rectangular glass top supported by a wrought iron base wit...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron, Bronze

Vintage Iron Armillary Sphere Sundial Garden Ornament, French Country Outdoor

$595

H 16.5 in W 17 in D 12.25 in

Vintage Iron Armillary Sphere Sundial Garden Ornament, French Country Outdoor

Located in Elkhart, IN

A beautifully crafted iron armillary sphere, evoking the timeless elegance of classical European gardens. Pieces like this are often found anchoring gravel courtyards, nestled within...

Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Pair of Handblown Murano Ribbed & Smoked Glass Table Lamps with Brass Fittings

$5,975

H 31 in Dm 18 in

Pair of Handblown Murano Ribbed & Smoked Glass Table Lamps with Brass Fittings

Located in New York, NY

This refined pair of table lamps were realized in Murano, Italy- the islands off the coast of Venice that have been renowned for centuries for their superlative glass production. The...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Late 20th Century Modern Italian Iron and Upholstered Bench

$896Sale Price|25% Off

H 24 in W 31 in D 13 in

Late 20th Century Modern Italian Iron and Upholstered Bench

Located in Germantown, MD

Late 20th Century Modern Italian Iron and Upholstered Bench in good vintage condition. Measures 31" in width, 13" in depth and 24" in height. Seat height is 19".

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Partial Gilt Wrought Iron Coffee Table Attributed to Raymond Subes

$7,900Sale Price|33% Off

H 19.5 in W 48 in D 32 in

Mid-Century Partial Gilt Wrought Iron Coffee Table Attributed to Raymond Subes

By Raymond Subes

Located in New York, NY

Elegant French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical wrought iron cocktail table attributed to Raymond Subes. The piece presents a pure form in classic styling that bridges modernism and c...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Italian Scrolled Wrought Iron Vanity Bench

$476Sale Price|20% Off

H 21.5 in W 34.5 in D 18 in

Vintage Italian Scrolled Wrought Iron Vanity Bench

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

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Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Mid-Century Modern Gilt Wrought Iron Coffee Table by Maison Ramsay, 1970

$8,490

H 15 in W 44.5 in D 25 in

French Mid-Century Modern Gilt Wrought Iron Coffee Table by Maison Ramsay, 1970

By Maison Ramsay

Located in New York, NY

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical gilt iron coffee table by Maison Ramsay, 1970. A sensual cocktail table with Classic Ramsay styling with a low profile and flared legs. Glass ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

1950s Mid-Century Modern French Brass Coffee Table

$1,440Sale Price|40% Off

H 16 in W 42.5 in D 26.5 in

1950s Mid-Century Modern French Brass Coffee Table

By Maison Jansen

Located in New York, NY

1950s modern solid brass French coffee table with antique mirror top.

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Iron And Glass Coffee Table From France, Circa 1960

$6,900

H 18 in W 36.5 in D 36.5 in

Vintage Iron And Glass Coffee Table From France, Circa 1960

Located in Nashville, TN

Vintage Iron And Glass Coffee Table From France, Circa 1960. Solid, robust iron base with a round glass top. Excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair of Large Vintage Brass Table Lamps

$676 / set

H 29.93 in Dm 16.15 in

Pair of Large Vintage Brass Table Lamps

Located in London, GB

A superb pair of large vintage brass table lamps. They were made in England, and they date from the 1970’s. The quality is outstanding, the solid brass frames are very large, impres...

Category

Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Bronze and Marble Lamps

$1,600Sale Price / set|50% Off

H 30.5 in Dm 17 in

Pair of 19th Century Bronze and Marble Lamps

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of 19th Century Bronze and Marble Lamps, probably French, circa 1880's. Rewired and ready to use.

Category

Antique 1880s French Aesthetic Movement Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

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$325 / item

H 0.79 in W 6.7 in D 11.82 in

Calacatta Viola Marble Oval Tray by Workshop/Studio Kiwano, New Design

By Kiwano Concept

Located in Eindhoven, NB

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2010s Serving Pieces

Materials

Marble

Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle

$634 / item

H 2.76 in Dm 6.3 in

Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle

By Kiwano Concept

Located in Eindhoven, NB

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2010s Dutch Modern Decorative Bowls

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Travertine

Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock

$2,800 / set

H 14.75 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Pair of Art Deco Style Murano Glass Demi Lune Wall Sconces, in Stock

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Art Deco style Murano glass demi lune wall sconces, in stock One LED E26 base socket. Black glass sphere and brass fittings. Textured Murano glass, Wired to the American sta...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

19th Century Continental Tortoise Shell Silver Mounted 2 Compartmented Box

$956Sale Price|20% Off

H 2.75 in W 5.5 in D 4.5 in

19th Century Continental Tortoise Shell Silver Mounted 2 Compartmented Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

19th-century Continental Tortoise Shell Silver-Mounted 2-Compartmented Box, European, possibly Dutch. Unmarked A unique and whimsical 19th-century continental tortoise shell silver-...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Decorative Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Wall sconces in Murano glass and brass by Flavio Seguso for Seguso, Italy, 1960s

Sold|~~$2,855~~

H 10.24 in W 9.06 in D 6.3 in

Wall sconces in Murano glass and brass by Flavio Seguso for Seguso, Italy, 1960s

By Flavio Poli

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Set of 2 wall sconces designed by Flavio Poli for Seguso in the 1960s, Italy. Chromed brass frame, thick smoked orange glass. In good condition, with minor defects and scratches; wor...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Set of six brutalist razorback dining chairs

$1,702 / set

H 35.44 in W 22.05 in D 17.33 in

Set of six brutalist razorback dining chairs

Located in BE

Brutalist dining chairs. these dining chairs were made in belgium in the 80s. They have the typical brutalist shape from those years. They are in very nice and solid condition with a...

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

$116,151

H 240 in W 552 in D 120 in

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

Located in London, GB

A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Moorish Architectural Elements

Materials

Wrought Iron

Panoplie Iron Double Loop Bench, Camel Mohair

$2,250 / item

H 20 in W 36 in D 18 in

Panoplie Iron Double Loop Bench, Camel Mohair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful bench with curved and looped iron base painted in a matte black finish, inspired by French design. Rectangular cushioned seat upholstered in a camel mohair. Designed in Los...

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2010s American Benches

Materials

Iron

Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca

$12,845 / set

H 29.93 in W 37.8 in D 38.59 in

Pair of Round Leaning Club Chairs, Upholstered in Pure Alpaca

By Jacques Adnet, Jules Leleu, (after) Jean Michel Frank, Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

Superb pair of round, leaning modern club chairs, upholstered in pure Alpaca fabric. High quality handmade beech frames and upholstered in a soft, golden brown, premium 100% alpaca ...

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2010s British Art Deco Lounge Chairs

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Alpaca, Wood

Sconce 2 Arms clear and amber Murano Glass, handmade Lampshades by Multiforme

$639Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 11.82 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in

Sconce 2 Arms clear and amber Murano Glass, handmade Lampshades by Multiforme

By Multiforme

Located in Venezia, Veneto

Coco sconce with 2 arms in clear and amber Murano glass with amber colour handmade lampshades by Multiforme. The Murano glass Coco collection takes inspiration from Coco Chanel, the...

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2010s Italian Other Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Blown Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass

Abecedario Collection, Letter "L" Side Table in Concrete Popsicle Cement Color

$1,202 / item

H 19.69 in W 13.78 in D 19.69 in

Abecedario Collection, Letter "L" Side Table in Concrete Popsicle Cement Color

By Forma & Cemento

Located in Rome, Lazio

Coffee Table L is the latest addition to the Abecedario Collection presented on the occasion of the Milan Design Week 2023. A new grapheme that marks the evolution of this line and a...

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2010s Italian Brutalist Side Tables

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Concrete

Chinoiserie Panels Hand Painted Wallpaper on Blue Silk / Panel- 3 Panels

$1,760Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 96 in W 36 in D 0.1 in

Chinoiserie Panels Hand Painted Wallpaper on Blue Silk / Panel- 3 Panels

Located in Wuxi, 32

If you love the look of De Gournay wallpaper but not the price, this is for you. Measures: 3ft x 8ft The colorways in this sections present our latest colorways, which can be appl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Wallpaper

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Silk

19th Century Country English Blanket Chest with House Facade

$6,800

H 18 in W 31 in D 19 in

19th Century Country English Blanket Chest with House Facade

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Charming folk art 19th-century country English pine blanket chest or pine storage box featuring a stately Georgian manor house facade on the outside. The storage box has a hinged top...

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Antique 19th Century English Folk Art Decorative Boxes

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Iron

Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa for Thayer Coggin c. 1970s

$10,400

H 29 in W 82 in D 32 in

Milo Baughman Tuxedo Sofa for Thayer Coggin c. 1970s

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Saint Louis, MO

A chocolate brown 1970s sofa designed by one of the most iconic Mid Century Modern Designers Milo Baughman and made by Thayer Coggin. Modern. Confident. Elegant. The sofa floats atop...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Petite Chinese Blue and White Lamps

$1,520 / set

H 20.5 in W 5.25 in D 4.5 in

Pair of Petite Chinese Blue and White Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Petite Chinese Blue and White Lamps. Lotus, Dragon and Phoenix pattern. 11″ to top of vase. 20.5″ h to shade rest. 5.25″ x 4.5″ base.

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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of French Vintage Grey-Blue Painted Iron Wall Mount Sconce Lanterns

$3,160 / set

H 19.5 in W 7.25 in D 15 in

Pair of French Vintage Grey-Blue Painted Iron Wall Mount Sconce Lanterns

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of French painted iron wall-mounted lanterns from the mid-20th century. This pair of vintage sconces from France each have lantern style bodies which are extended outward from...

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Mid-20th Century French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

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Wrought Iron Sphere For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wrought iron sphere you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and wrought iron, every wrought iron sphere was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer wrought iron sphere, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A wrought iron sphere made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular.

How Much is a Wrought Iron Sphere?

The average selling price for a wrought iron sphere at 1stDibs is $2,480, while they’re typically $600 on the low end and $6,587 for the highest priced.

Questions About Wrought Iron Sphere

What is wrought-iron furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Wrought iron is a highly refined iron alloy that is tough, malleable, corrosion resistant and easily welded. It is no longer produced on a commercial scale. Many items, including garden furniture, referred to today as wrought iron are actually made of mild steel. They are called wrought iron because they resemble objects that in the past were “wrought” by hand, rather than cast.
Is wrought iron stronger than steel?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
No, wrought iron is not stronger than steel.
How can you tell if wrought iron is Woodard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
To tell if wrought iron is Woodard, examine its frame closely. Authentic pieces usually have the Woodard name embossed right onto the metal. Instead of embossing, some pieces display the brand name on a metal tag. For assistance with identifying a piece of wrought iron furniture, seek the help of a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. Explore an assortment of Woodard wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.
What is wrought iron furniture made of?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Modern wrought iron furniture is often made out of a type of carbon steel called mild steel that artisans work by hand. Vintage and antique wrought iron pieces are usually a genuine iron alloy. On 1stDibs, find a range of wrought iron furniture.
Are wrought iron doors safe?
1 Answer
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.
How can you tell if wrought iron is an antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
To tell if wrought iron is an antique, first check to see if there are any maker's marks on the piece. By researching these marks using trusted online resources, you can typically determine who produced a piece of furniture and when they were active and producing furnishings similar to yours. If the company was in business and crafting similar pieces 100 years ago or more, then the wrought iron table, chair or other item may be an antique. However, if the business opened recently or the style was offered more recently than a century ago, your item is likely not antique. If you cannot locate a maker's mark, inspect your furniture closely. Antique pieces often show signs of handcrafting, such as slight imperfections or irregularities. Also, antique wrought iron often has signs of wear, such as pitting in the metal or scratches due to age. If you're still uncertain whether your item is antique, you can ask a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to date it. Shop an assortment of antique wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.
How can you tell the difference between cast iron and wrought iron?
1 Answer
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.
Is wrought iron patio furniture good?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
Yes, many experts state that wrought iron patio furniture is good. The metal is durable enough to withstand the effects of weather exposure and remains sturdy even with frequent wear. In addition, wrought iron is relatively easy to clean and maintain. Many people also love the appearance of the metal. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of wrought iron patio furniture.
How can you tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJuly 30, 2024
One way to tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage is to look for markings that indicate who produced it. Markings may appear on the underside, back and legs of wrought iron tables and chairs. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer if you can't find markings or have difficulty dating a piece.

Walter Lamb’s adventurous works and those of other mid-century designers noted for their seminal outdoor furniture — a list that includes Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green, Russell Woodard, Maurizio Tempestini for John B. Salterini and Richard Schultz for Knoll — is often found among the offerings of 1stDibs dealers.

In colder regions, wrought iron, which can be left outdoors all year round, was the material of choice in outdoor furniture designs for the Atomic Age.

Shop a variety of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.
How do you clean wrought-iron patio furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Wipe the surface with a sponge or cloth soaked in a solution of water and dish soap, then rinse with pure water and allow to dry.
What is the difference between wrought iron and steel railings?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The difference between wrought iron and steel railings lies in the materials used to produce them. Wrought iron is made entirely from iron, while steel combines iron and carbon. Shop a selection of decorative railings on 1stDibs.
Is vintage wrought iron worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
Yes, vintage wrought iron may be worth something. Collectors often seek pieces from notable makers like Russell Woodward, Salterini and Meadowcraft. In addition to the maker, the style, type, age and condition will also contribute to the potential value of a wrought iron piece. For assistance with the valuation process, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer. Shop a range of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.