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Metal Industrial Shelves And Lockers

1950s Hanging Dutch Workroom Lockers - Pair
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Hanging Dutch Workroom Lockers – Pair 1950’s Hanging Dutch Workroom Lockers – Pair. Amazing
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Shelves

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Metal

1950s Hanging Dutch Workroom Lockers - Pair
1950s Hanging Dutch Workroom Lockers - Pair
H 16.54 in W 35.04 in D 11.82 in
1900s French Industrial Metal Locker
Located in High Point, NC
Characterized by the utilitarian aesthetic of the no-frills industrial design from the early 20th
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20th Century French Industrial Cabinets

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Metal

1900s French Industrial Metal Locker
1900s French Industrial Metal Locker
H 68.4 in W 32.2 in D 11.7 in
Great French Wrought Iron Wine Rack Storage Locker by Rigidex Holding 50 Bottles
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical, Industrial style wine rack. If you are a wine enthousiast and you like
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Shelves

Materials

Wrought Iron

Prouve Style Industrial 'Triennale' Green Steel Shelving by Lips Vago
By Lips Vago
Located in Los Angeles, CA
company Vago and the Dutch locker company Lips. The shelving is made from green enameled steel, each shelf
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Vintage Industrial Steel Three Door Locker with Shelves and Slope Top by Lyon
Located in Doylestown, PA
Slope top steel industrial army green locker by Lyon Metal, c. 1950s. A single freestanding unit
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Vintage 1950s North American Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Pair Industrial Metal / Steel Cage, Mesh Lockers, Cabinets, Storage
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair industrial metal / steel cage -mesh lockers, great design, color, patina.., two door, shelves
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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

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Metal, Steel

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Charlotte Perriand Luggage Racks-Stools for Les Arcs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic luggage rack or stool by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs. Tubular chrome frame with pine slats. Wood in original vintage condition. Could also be used as a side table. Fantas...
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Vintage 1970s French Trunks and Luggage

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Chrome

JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

1930s Original Forge De Strasbourg, Strafor, Green Five Door Locker
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s Original Forge de Strasbourg – Strafor – green five door locker 1930’s Original Forge de Strasbourg – Strafor – green five door locker. The Forge de Strasbourg was founded in...
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Vintage 1930s French Shelves

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Sheet Metal

Red Boby trolley by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast
By Bieffeplast, Joe Colombo
Located in Athens, Attiki
Red Boby Trolley 3. This portable storage system was designed by Joe Colombo and produced by Bieffeplast in Padova, Italy in 1969. In Colombo’s vision, people needed efficient living...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

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Plastic

Red Boby trolley by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast
Red Boby trolley by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast
H 29.14 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in
Bobby Cart by Joe Colombo, 1970s
By Joe Colombo
Located in Roma, IT
Bobby Cart is an original decorative object realized by Gio Colombo during the 1970s. 81 X 36 cm.    Designed by Joe Colombo for B-line, this cart has structure and drawers in inje...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Carts and Bar Carts

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Plastic

Bobby Cart by Joe Colombo, 1970s
Bobby Cart by Joe Colombo, 1970s
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H 31.89 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
1960s Industrial Medical Cabinet
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is a great medical cabinet from the 1960s, ready to keep all your goodies safe this is a great 1960s accent item that is sure to be a one of a kind addition to your decor!
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

1960s Industrial Medical Cabinet
1960s Industrial Medical Cabinet
H 67 in W 31.5 in D 16 in
Vintage XL Industrial Cabinet by Mewaf, 1950s
By Mewaf
Located in Schagen, NL
This large industrial cabinet was manufactured by Mewaf in Belgium in the 1950s. It is believed that the cabinet was used in a Belgian coal mine. The cabinet features 42 lockers whic...
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Industrial Cabinets

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Metal

Vintage XL Industrial Cabinet by Mewaf, 1950s
Vintage XL Industrial Cabinet by Mewaf, 1950s
H 83.47 in W 98.43 in D 18.51 in
Joe Columbo Iconic red Trolley 'Boby'Spage age, 1970
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Discover Joe Colombo's Iconic Red 'Boby' Trolley This beautiful red 'Boby' trolley, designed by the renowned Joe Colombo, is not only a feast for the eyes, but also an example of fu...
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Vintage 1970s Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

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Plastic

Joe Columbo Iconic red Trolley 'Boby'Spage age, 1970
Joe Columbo Iconic red Trolley 'Boby'Spage age, 1970
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H 29.14 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Vintage Steel Metal 11 Drawer Garage Fish Tackle Box Tool Chest Parts Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Steel Metal 11 Drawer Garage Fish Tackle Box Tool Chest Parts Storage Cabinet Item features various stickers throughout. Was used by an avid fisherman/outdoorsman over the ye...
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Late 20th Century North American Industrial Cabinets

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Steel

French Style Wrought Iron Greenhouse with Door and Windows in White Color
Located in Marbella, ES
French style wrought iron greenhouse with doors and windows that open outwards in white color. Ready for glass panels to be installed.
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2010s French Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron

Amuneal's Brass Wine Room
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal’s brass wine room is constructed using the clean mechanical details from our Frankford Panel System. The metalwork is all fabricated from solid brass with a light patinated f...
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2010s American Modern Cabinets

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Brass

Amuneal's Brass Wine Room
Amuneal's Brass Wine Room
H 102 in W 122.55 in D 24 in
Boby Trolley by Joe Colombo for Biefflast, Italy, 1970s.
By Joe Colombo, Bieffeplast
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Purchasing the Boby trolley by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, Italy, from the 1970s is an opportunity to own a piece of iconic design history that seamlessly combines functionality and...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Cabinets

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Plastic

1940s Heavy Duty French Steel Industrial Locker, Four Door
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940s heavy duty french steel Industrial locker – four door 1940s heavy duty french steel Industrial locker – four door – this four door locker is an exceptional and very rare piece...
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Vintage 1940s French Shelves

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Stainless Steel

Antique French Veuve Clicquot Champagne Wine 120 Bottle Oak Riddling Rack 1869
By Veuve Cliquot Ponsardin
Located in Portland, OR
An antique late 19th century French Champagne riddling wine 120 bottle rack. An original 19th century champagne bottle riddling wine rack, the rack in an 'A' frame shape, it will ho...
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Antique 1860s French Provincial Coat Racks and Stands

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Oak

Vintage Raw Industrial Metal Factory Cabinet with Shelves, 1950s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This industrial factory cabinet was produced during the 1950s. It is made of metal. It has four shelves closed with a magnetic latch. All shelves has been cleaned and finished in bla...
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Industrial Cabinets

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Metal

Large 18th Century Copper and Wrought Iron Chaudron from France
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-crafted in France, this large copper and wrought iron chaudron would have originally been used in the 1700’s to cook meals over a fire. The iron handle would have been placed on...
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Antique 18th Century French Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

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Copper, Wrought Iron

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Vintage Industrial Metal Cabinet/Locker
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
This is a vintage industrial cabinet in as found condition with blue grey and green tones and a
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Vintage 1930s British Industrial Cabinets

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Metal

Early Century Industrial French Metal Locker
Located in Madrid, ES
Industrial four-part metal cabinet. It originates from a bank in France in the 1940s. There are
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Vintage 1940s French Industrial Cabinets

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Metal

Early Century Industrial French Metal Locker
Early Century Industrial French Metal Locker
H 68.9 in W 11.82 in D 47.25 in
Vintage Industrial Cabinet Locker
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Vintage industrial cabinet with fantastic blue grey colour and as found patina. This piece would be
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Early 20th Century British Industrial Cabinets

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Metal

Vintage Industrial Cabinet Locker
Vintage Industrial Cabinet Locker
H 63 in W 40 in D 12 in
Midcentury, Green Metal Industrial French Cabinet, Locker, 1950
Located in Milan, Italy
This 4 door locker is one of those typical lockers that were used in factories and in other
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Vintage 1950s French Cabinets

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Metal

Industrial Cabinet by Strafor 'Forgerie de Strasbourg'
By Strafor
Located in Milan, Italy
factory from which many of the most beautiful and sought-after industrial lockers on the market have come
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Vintage 1930s French Cabinets

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Metal

Industrial Locker Cabinet, 1950s-1960s
Located in Schagen, NL
Vintage Industrial cabinet with magnificent patina! Wear consistent with age and use.
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Vintage 1960s European Industrial Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Industrial Locker Cabinet, 1950s-1960s
Industrial Locker Cabinet, 1950s-1960s
H 70.87 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
1950s Single Industrial Metal Locker, Mint Green
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s Single Industrial Metal Locker – Mint Green 1950s Single Industrial Metal Locker – Mint
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Vintage 1950s French Shelves

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Metal

1930s Original Metal Industrial Four Door Locker, Otto Kind, Model 3
By Otto Kind
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930s original metal industrial four door locker - Otto Kind - Model 3 1930s original metal
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Vintage 1930s Shelves

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Metal

1930s Original Metal Industrial Four-Door Locker, Otto Kind Model 1
By Otto Kind
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930s original metal Industrial four-door locker - Otto Kind model 1 1930s original metal
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Vintage 1930s German Shelves

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Metal

1930s Original French Metal Four-Door Locker by Gantois
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930s original French metal fourdoor locker by Gantois. In the tradition of Forge des Strasbourg
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Vintage 1930s French Shelves

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Metal

1930's Original French Metal Four Door Mesh Locker by Gantois
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s Original French metal four door mesh locker by Gantois 1930’s Original French metal four
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Vintage 1930s French Shelves

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Metal

1930's Original French Metal Four Door Mesh Locker by Gantois '1198.1'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s Original French metal four door mesh locker By Gantois (1198.1) 1930’s Original French
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Vintage 1930s French Shelves

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Metal

1920s Original Forge De Strasbourg, Strafor Locker
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920s Original forge de strasbourg – Strafor locker 1920s Original Forge de Strasbourg – Strafor
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Vintage 1920s French Shelves

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Metal

Stripped Metal Two Cabinet Locker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This locker has been stripped down to bare metal and lacquered, giving a brushed industrial look
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Vintage 1950s American Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Stripped Metal Two Cabinet Locker
Stripped Metal Two Cabinet Locker
H 60 in W 40 in D 21 in
1950s Single Industrial Metal Locker, Matt Black
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950s single industrial metal locker, matte black 1950s single industrial metal locker, matte
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Vintage 1950s French Cabinets

Materials

Metal

1950s Single Industrial Metal Locker, Matt Black
1950s Single Industrial Metal Locker, Matt Black
H 75.99 in W 11.82 in D 19.69 in
German Industrial Lockers, circa 1930s
By Kuppersbusch
Located in Gloucester, GB
German industrial lockers, circa 1930s - 3 compartments have 1 shelf and 5 hanging hooks - 2
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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cabinets

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Steel

German Industrial Lockers, circa 1930s
German Industrial Lockers, circa 1930s
H 68.12 in W 59.85 in D 12.21 in
Vintage Metal Lockers, 1930s
Located in Highclere, Newbury
Vintage 1930s metal locker unit with 4 sections in a distressed bare metal finish. Believed to be
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Cabinets

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Steel

Vintage Metal Lockers, 1930s
Vintage Metal Lockers, 1930s
H 68.9 in W 47.64 in D 16.15 in
Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Pressed steel doors - Diamond shaped vents
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Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets

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Steel

Industrial Factory Lockers by Strafor, circa 1920s
By Strafor
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial factory lockers by Strafor, circa 1920s. - Made from sheet steel - 3 compartments
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Vintage 1920s French Industrial Cupboards

Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind circa 1920s
By Otto Kind
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial lockers by Otto Kind Circa 1920s - Pressed steel doors - Diamond shaped vents
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Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

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Steel

Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind circa 1920s
H 72.05 in W 59.06 in D 14.97 in
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial Lockers By August Blodner Circa 1930s - Pressed steel construction - Flower details
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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards

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Steel

Large Three Locker Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage metal locker unit with original hardware including brass tags. Top and bottom vents, two
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Vintage 1930s American Industrial Cabinets

Large Three Locker Unit
Large Three Locker Unit
H 64 in W 36 in D 13 in
Large Mid-Century School House Locker Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of three lockers freshly stripped to bare metal for a modern Industrial look. Tall storage
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Vintage 1950s American Industrial Cabinets

Two Lips Vago Congresso Shelves, Italy, 1960
By Lips Vago
Located in London, GB
These modest and strong shelves were manufactured by Lips Vago: a joining of the Italian blacksmith
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal

Two Lips Vago Congresso Shelves, Italy, 1960
Two Lips Vago Congresso Shelves, Italy, 1960
H 86.62 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
1930s Original Metal Industrial Four Door Locker, Otto Kind Model 2
By Otto Kind
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930s original metal industrial four-door locker - Otto Kind Model 2 1930s original metal
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Vintage 1930s German Shelves

Materials

Metal

1930s Original French Metal Five-Door Locker by Gantois
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930s original French metal five-door locker by Gantois. 1930s original French metal five-door
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Vintage 1930s French Shelves

Materials

Metal

Great French Wrought Iron Wine Rack Storage Locker by Rigidex Holding 50 Bottles
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical, Industrial style wine rack. If you are a wine enthousiast and you like the
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Shelves

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Wrought Iron

Pair of Vintage Industrial Steel Gym Storage Lockers
Located in Oakville, CT
Pair of Vintage Industrial steel Gym storage lockers with coat hooks and shelves. Overall
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets

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Metal, Steel

German Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
By Kuppersbusch
Located in Gloucester, GB
German industrial lockers by Kuppersbusch circa 1920s - Made from pressed sheet steel - Cast
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Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

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Steel

Vintage English Gym Locker
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Vintage English triple metal mesh gym locker. It has a shelves to the top and hooks.
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20th Century British Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles

Vintage English Gym Locker
Vintage English Gym Locker
H 76 in W 36 in D 25 in
Tall Set Of Vintage Mid-Century Factory Lockers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large unit of old factory lockers refinished in a bare metal industrial style. Three door unit with
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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Cabinets

Antique Heavy Steel French School Gym Lockers c.1920-1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
, three clothes hooks and two lockers have top shelves. Sloped on top ending with four brackets to secure
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Early 20th Century Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Steel, Sheet Metal

Vintage Metal Storage Cabinet, c. 1920's
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage metal storage locker. From chemist or apothecary shop. The top two shelves have glass doors
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Early 20th Century Belgian Cabinets

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Metal

Cabinets by Willy Van Der Meeren, Belgium, 1950s
By Willy Van Der Meeren, Tubax
Located in London, GB
black metal back, with hanging space on the left and adjustable shelves on the right. This piece of
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Steel

Fabulous Industrial Metal Lockers Thirty Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Fabulous set of two x three row industrial banks of buffed steel lockers of exceptional quality and
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Shelves

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Steel

Stunning Industrial Metal Lockers Thirty Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel
By Timothy Oulton
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Fabulous set of two x three row industrial banks of buffed steel lockers of exceptional quality and
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Industrial Shelves

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Steel

Fabulous Industrial Metal Lockers Thirty Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel
By Timothy Oulton
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Fabulous set of two x three row industrial banks of buffed steel lockers of exceptional quality and
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Industrial Shelves

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Steel

Stunning Industrial Metal Lockers Thirty Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel
By Timothy Oulton
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Fabulous set of two x three row industrial banks of buffed steel lockers of exceptional quality and
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Industrial Shelves

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Steel

Fabulous Industrial Metal Lockers Thirty Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel
By Timothy Oulton
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Fabulous set of two x three row industrial banks of buffed steel lockers of exceptional quality and
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Industrial Shelves

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Steel

Industrial Metal Lockers Set of Four Loft Style Brushed Steel Cabinets
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Fabulous set of four Industrial banks of buffed steel lockers of exceptional quality and style
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Shelves

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Steel

Stunning Industrial Metal Lockers Loft Style Brushed Steel Cabinets 20 Cabinets
By Timothy Oulton
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Fabulous set of two x 10 cabinet (total 20 cabinets) industrial buffed steel lockers of
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Industrial Shelves

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Steel

Stunning Industrial Metal Lockers Loft Style Brushed Steel Cabinets 20 Cabinets
By Timothy Oulton
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Industrial Shelves

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Stunning Industrial Metal Lockers Loft Style Brushed Steel Cabinets 20 Cabinets
By Timothy Oulton
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Fabulous set of two x 10 cabinet (total 20 cabinets) Industrial buffed steel lockers of exceptional
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Industrial Shelves

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Steel

Oversized Industrial Locker
Located in New York, NY
Large industrial lockers that can be sold together or separately. Three vented doors and six
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20th Century Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Oversized Industrial Locker
Oversized Industrial Locker
H 76 in W 26 in D 18 in
Oversized Industrial Locker
Located in New York, NY
Large industrial lockers that can be sold together or separately. Three vented doors and six
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20th Century Cabinets

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Metal

Oversized Industrial Locker
Oversized Industrial Locker
H 76 in W 26 in D 18 in
Vintage Green Industrial Locker, 1930s
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
Green Industrial locker cabinet with two doors.    The wear and tear is instantly striking and
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Vintage 1930s Belgian Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal

Vintage Green Industrial Locker, 1930s
Vintage Green Industrial Locker, 1930s
H 66.93 in W 25.6 in D 19.69 in
Belgian Industrial Single Door Locker
Located in San Francisco, CA
narrow heavy gauge riveted steel industrial locker on raised bracket feet with three
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20th Century Belgian Cabinets

Belgian Industrial Single Door Locker
Belgian Industrial Single Door Locker
H 48 in W 20.25 in D 20.25 in
Set of Four Antique Painted Industrial Factory Lockers
Located in Hudson, NY
, and each door has a pierced metal vent top and bottom. The interiors with some removable shelves
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Vintage 1930s American Industrial Cupboards

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Hardwood

Locker 2 Doors, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Old locker of the early 20th century. Entirely riveted, 2 doors, 8 shelves. Very nice patina and
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Cabinets

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Metal

Locker 2 Doors, France, Early 20th Century
Locker 2 Doors, France, Early 20th Century
H 76.78 in W 30.32 in D 14.77 in
Dutch Modernism Industrial Cabinet by Wim Rietveld for Gispen Model No. 663
By Gispen, Wim Rietveld
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Colorful Industrial three-section metal storage cabinet by Wim Rietveld (1924-1985) son of Gerrit
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Cabinets

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Metal, Steel

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Metal Industrial Shelves And Lockers For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of metal industrial shelves and lockers available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct metal industrial shelves and lockers — often made from metal and steel — can elevate any home. Metal industrial shelves and lockers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Metal industrial shelves and lockers made by Industrial designers — are very popular at 1stDibs. Timothy Oulton and Otto Kind each produced beautiful metal industrial shelves and lockers that are worth considering.

How Much are Metal Industrial Shelves And Lockers?

Metal industrial shelves and lockers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,756, while the lowest priced sells for $1,354 and the highest can go for as much as $4,775.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

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