c. 1900-10 original refinished ornamental cast iron turned and fluted pub table pedestal base likely fabricated by the chicago hardware foundry co., chicago, il. the weighted circular base contains two pre-drilled holes for anchoring against the floor. the fluted column contains deeply embossed rings at the top and bottom. the flared ring or flange supports a round tabletop (removed long ago). clear coated brushed metal finish. measures 18 x 32 inches.