Pair of Antique French Cast Iron Hand Irons

A charming pair of late 19th-century French cast iron hand irons, marked “FM 4,” used for pressing garments before electricity revolutionized domestic life. Their petite, sculptural form, curved handles, and deep patina reflect years of use and craftsmanship. Styled here as rustic bookends, they offer both form and function—ideal for farmhouse, primitive, or industrial-inspired interiors. Light rust and age wear consistent with their utilitarian past.
 
📍 Origin
France
 
📅 Date
Circa 1880–1900
 
📐 Dimensions
8 cm x 8 cm x 14.5 cm
3.15 in x 3.15 in x 5.7 in
 
⚖️ Weight
1.32 kg
2.84 lbs