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Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique cast iron fireback.
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Antique 19th Century European Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
H 16.15 in W 13.78 in D 0.79 in
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique cast iron fireback. Minor wear on the bottom of the fireback.
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Antique 19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
H 25.99 in W 17.72 in D 0.4 in
Decorative Cast Iron Fireback
Located in London, GB
A small decorative cast iron fireback featuring scrolls and foliage. English. Height: 617 mm
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Late 20th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Decorative Cast Iron Fireback
Decorative Cast Iron Fireback
H 24.25 in W 15 in D 0.5 in
Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique cast iron fireback presenting a classic scene.   
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Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
H 21.2 in W 21.2 in D 1.18 in
Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique cast iron fireback presenting a classic scene.  
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Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
H 19.4 in W 19.4 in D 1.18 in
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Beautiful l antique cast iron fireback. This fireback has a luxurious look. The fireback can be
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Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 0.6 in
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Beautiful l antique cast iron fireback. This fireback has a luxurious look. The fireback can be
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Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 1.19 in
Antique France Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique France cast iron fireback.
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Antique 19th Century European Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Antique France Cast Iron Fireback
Antique France Cast Iron Fireback
H 29.53 in W 25.6 in D 0.4 in
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Beautiful l antique cast iron fireback. This fireback has a luxurious look. The fireback can be
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Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
H 20.87 in W 21.66 in D 0.6 in
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Beautiful large antique cast iron fireback. Due to its size, this fireback has a luxurious look
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Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Cast Iron Fireback
H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 0.4 in
French Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Pembroke, MA
Nice French cast iron fireback with King's crown, fleur de lis on shield and Maltese cross framed
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

French Cast Iron Fireback
French Cast Iron Fireback
H 31 in W 28.5 in D 1.25 in
Large Decorative Cast Iron Fireback
Located in London, GB
Cast iron fireback with classical scene. 20th century. Height: 572 mm 22 ½" Width: 902 mm
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20th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Large Decorative Cast Iron Fireback
Large Decorative Cast Iron Fireback
H 22.5 in W 35.5 in D 1.5 in
Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique cast iron fireback presenting a classic scene. This item is style similar to our fireback
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Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
Antique European Cast Iron Fireback
H 19.29 in W 19.29 in D 1.18 in
Antique Dutch Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
Antique Dutch cast iron fireback. Holandia. This fireback has detailed Dutch scenery, on the
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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Antique Dutch Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Dutch Cast Iron Fireback
H 29.14 in W 21.66 in D 1.19 in
Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Beautifully detailed and large antique cast iron fireback. This fireback shows very well
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Antique Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
H 35.63 in W 35.63 in D 0.79 in
Substantial English Cast Iron Fireback
Located in London, GB
A substantial English cast iron fireback with moulding and decorative uprights to centre, 18th
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Antique 18th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Fireback with Arched Top
Located in London, GB
A cast iron fireback with arched top. English, circa 1900. Measures: Height: 565 mm 22 ¼" Width
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Antique Late 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Cast Iron Fireback with Arched Top
Cast Iron Fireback with Arched Top
H 22.25 in W 26.38 in D 1.19 in
George & The Dragon Cast Iron Fireback
Located in London, GB
A large decorative cast iron fireback featuring George and the Dragon. English, 20th century
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20th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Cast Iron Fireback Featuring Wild Beasts
Located in London, GB
A cast iron fireback with decorative cast foliage throughout, central cross banded shield flanked
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20th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

18th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1780.
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Antique 18th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

18th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1780.
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Antique Late 18th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

18th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
18th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
H 34.5 in W 35.5 in D 1.75 in
Brutalist cast iron fireback - France 1970.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Beautifully detailed and large 70s cast iron fireback. This fireback shows very well detailed
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Vintage 1970s European Brutalist Fireplaces and Mantels

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Ironstone

Brutalist cast iron fireback - France 1970.
Brutalist cast iron fireback - France 1970.
H 23.63 in W 19.69 in D 1.19 in
French Vintage Cast Iron Fireback
Located in San Antonio, TX
Transport yourself to a world of rustic charm with this French 20th Century Cast Iron Fireback
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Vintage 1980s French Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

French Vintage Cast Iron Fireback
French Vintage Cast Iron Fireback
H 23.62 in W 27.55 in D 2 in
18th Century Cast Iron Fireback
Located in London, GB
A late 18th century cast iron fireback. The pillars with cross banded ribbons surmounted with
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Antique 18th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

18th Century Cast Iron Fireback
18th Century Cast Iron Fireback
H 32.25 in W 32.25 in D 1.25 in
17th Century Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Unique 17th century cast iron fireback or backsplash. This tall fireback is beautifully and
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Antique 17th Century European Architectural Elements

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Iron

17th Century Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
17th Century Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
H 44.3 in W 27.96 in D 1.38 in
Large, Decorative Antique Cast Iron Fireback
Located in London, GB
A shaped 19th century cast iron fireback. The circular centre tablet with fleurs-de-lys pattern
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Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

18th Century French Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Winter Park, FL
18th century French cast iron fireback depicting Susanna and the Elders. Expert casting with
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Antique Late 18th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Early 19th Century Neoclassical Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Essex, MA
Fine 19th Century Cast Iron Fireback. Of Panel form with fine detail of Venus being attended by
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Antique Early 19th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Mid-18th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, 1747.
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Mid-19th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1850.  
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Antique Mid-19th Century Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1800.
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Antique Early 19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Mid-18th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1750.  
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1820.
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Antique Early 19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Mid-19th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1850.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Mid-19th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1860.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1800.
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Antique Early 19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1800.  
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Antique Early 19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cast iron fireback origins from France, circa 1850.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Beautiful Cast Iron Fireback or Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
This nice and tall cast iron fireback is beautifully decorated and in great condition. It fireback
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Architectural Elements

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Iron

Beautiful Cast Iron Fireback or Backsplash
Beautiful Cast Iron Fireback or Backsplash
H 25.6 in W 15.36 in D 0.6 in
17th Century Large French Cast Iron Fireback, Louis XIII
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
Very heavy and large French cast iron fireback. Displaying five coats of arms and the date; 1622.
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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Andirons

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Iron

Decorative Pair of Cast Iron Fireback Interior Panels
Located in London, GB
A decorative pair of cast iron fireback interior panels. The centre panels with putti and foliage
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Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Pair of Decorative Cast Iron Firebacks Featuring Classical Figures
Located in London, GB
A pair of decorative cast iron firebacks featuring classical figures. English. Height: 490 mm
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Late 20th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

English Cast Iron Fireback Featuring Catholic Figure to Centre
Located in London, GB
An English cast iron fireback featuring Catholic figure to centre, foliage and beading to outer
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Early 20th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Fireback Figural Foundry Worker Depiction
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare antique cast iron fireback depicting foundry workers. Item features heavy cast iron
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Antique 19th Century American Art Deco Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Italian Fireplace Cast Iron Fireback w/ Fleur-de-Lys Relief Pattern
Located in Marbella, ES
Italian fireplace cast iron fireback with fleur-de-lys relief pattern.
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Antique 19th Century Italian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Antique cast iron fireback with the French coat of arms 18th century
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Antique cast iron fireback with the French coat of arms 18th century.
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Modernist Cast Iron Fireback Representing a Stylized Nude Woman Signed Quellier
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This modernist cast iron fireback displays a nude woman with a scythe and ears of wheat. This piece
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Mid-19th Century Spanish Cast Iron Fireback w/ Relief Heraldry Coat of Arms
Located in Marbella, ES
1850s Spanish cast iron fireback with relief heraldry coat of arms with crown and fleur-de-lys
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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
A beautiful cast iron Louis XV fireback or backsplash from the 18th century. Displaying the spell
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Antique 19th Century French Architectural Elements

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Iron

Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
Cast Iron Fireback / Backsplash
H 35.83 in W 35.04 in D 1.19 in
Early 1800s Heraldic Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
Heraldic cast iron fireback’s go back 500 plus years. They would depict a family’s coat of arms at
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Antique Early 1800s French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Decorative Cast Iron Fireback
Located in London, GB
An antique cast iron fire back of square form with classical relief detail depicting two figures
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Late 20th Century Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Decorative Cast Iron Fireback
Decorative Cast Iron Fireback
H 26.97 in W 26.97 in D 1.58 in
Antique Biblical Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Haarlem, Noord-Holland
This beautiful and thick casted antique fireback is displaying Gabriel the angel congratulating
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Antique 18th Century European Architectural Elements

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Iron

Antique Biblical Cast Iron Fireback
Antique Biblical Cast Iron Fireback
H 29.53 in W 22.05 in D 1.19 in
Charles II Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Essex, MA
Arched top with cast royal crown and anchor with rope and initials C for Charles and R for rex or
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Antique 1690s English Charles II Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Charles II Cast Iron Fireback
Charles II Cast Iron Fireback
H 24 in W 21 in D 0.88 in
1970's Cast Iron Fireback
Located in NANTES, FR
Beautiful cast iron sculpture signed M. Quellier. It represents a young woman holding wheat
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Metal

1970's Cast Iron Fireback
1970's Cast Iron Fireback
H 1.19 in W 17.33 in D 21.26 in
19th Century English Cast Iron Fireback
Located in Southall, GB
A lovely English fire back with Scottish thistles and foliage.
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Antique 19th Century English Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Georgian Style Polished Cast Iron Fireback
Located in London, GB
A Georgian style polished cast iron firebasket with shaped front and fret, with paterae decoration
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Late 20th Century English Georgian Fireplaces and Mantels

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Iron

Georgian Style Polished Cast Iron Fireback
Georgian Style Polished Cast Iron Fireback
H 33.63 in W 31.75 in D 11 in
European Cast Iron Fireback in Exceptional Quality
Located in Oostvoorne, NL
This fireback presenting a classic scene has a really sharp image and is in very good conditions.   
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Antique 19th Century French Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Iron

Romantic Scene Cast Iron Fireback, French, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This romantic scene fireback is made of cast iron. This is a French work, circa 1950.
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Vintage 1950s French Romantic Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Circa 1600 French Cast Iron Fireback, the Coat of Arms of King Henry IV
Located in Dallas, TX
often cast in iron in proportion to the size of the fireplace. Based on its size, this fireback, which
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Antique Early 1600s French Renaissance Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

Mid-19th Century Cast Iron Fireback from France
Located in Dallas, TX
This cats iron fireback origins from France, circa 1860.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Iron

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Cast Iron Firebacks For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of cast iron firebacks is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and berlin iron, all cast iron firebacks available were constructed with great care. Cast iron firebacks have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Neoclassical, Louis XV and Rococo cast iron firebacks are consistently popular styles. Not every interior allows for large cast iron firebacks, so small cast iron firebacks measuring 7.88 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Cast iron firebacks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Elihu Vedder, Thomas Elsley and Peerless are consistently popular.

How Much are Cast Iron Firebacks?

Prices for cast iron firebacks can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, cast iron firebacks begin at $211 and can go as high as $12,088, while the average can fetch as much as $837.

Finding the Right Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots for You

If your chilly winter nights are largely spent warming up by the fireplace, you’re going to need a set of antique or vintage fireplace tools and chimney pots to keep things tidy.

There’s something intrinsically primal yet comforting about having a fire in one’s home. A fire in a fabulous antique fireplace brings warmth, both literal and intangible, to a living room, den or bedroom. On a cold, snowy night, there is nothing quite so satisfying as having a warm cup of mulled wine and watching the flames dance in golden splendor.

Of course, one needs the accompanying accoutrements to keep a fireplace orderly. However, newly minted tools may not match the carefully considered decor and specific furniture style that you had in mind for your space. Fortunately, antique and vintage fireplace tools were so well made that they still work decades later. These pieces also have the added benefit of being quite stylish and elegant in their design so they won’t stand out in a minimalist space.

Andirons keep the logs off the floor of the fireplace so air can better circulate and keep the fire bright. An andiron, importantly, will prevent a burning log from rolling out of a fireplace and keep a fire burning evenly as well as prevent any mess from accumulating. Some andirons are simple iron brackets to elevate the wood, but others are more ornate baskets that introduce a touch of luxury to the fireplace.

Chimney pots are extensions added to the top of a smokestack. They’re completely visible from your home’s exterior, so choose one that you love. We like a tapered terracotta version. A chimney pot will elongate the chimney as well as help draft air to keep a fire alight. It may also prevent smoke from billowing around the room, which is, of course, extremely hazardous to your health. A fire’s smoke will also damage your furniture as well as any adjacent art. Smoke and soot can stain, leaving things to look dreary and dark. Chimney pots were very popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, and Victorian-era chimney pots still make for an attractive addition to contemporary homes.

We can all agree that a fireplace is going to elevate your space. To complete the look, find a collection of antique and vintage fireplace tools and chimney pots today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cast Iron Firebacks
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Firebacks, found at the back of the hearth inside of the fireplace, are usually made out of cast iron. A fireback’s purpose was to protect the surface at the back of the fireplace, and to help radiate the heat back into the room. You can find an assortment of firebacks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To tell if a cast iron doorstop is valuable, always look for original paint. Any that have been repainted or repaired will have diminished in value. You can also use online resources to try and research items, but the best way to find out if a cast iron doorstop is worth anything is to consult a certified appraiser. An experienced professional can evaluate the condition, determine the maker and research the piece to assign an approximate value. On 1stDibs, find a range of doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To check if your cast iron fireplace is real, examine the details, which should be crisp and clear. Also, check to see if there’s an identifying name or brand, which will be indented, to help with authentication. Shop a collection of cast iron fireplace accessories from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.