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Industrial Metal Cabinet Steel Lockers Four Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel
Industrial Metal Cabinet Steel Lockers Four Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel

Industrial Metal Cabinet Steel Lockers Four Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel

By Mauser Werke

Located in Bydgoszcz, PL

, polished aluminium and dark green, this cabinet has the authentic Industrial charm you want and the storage

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Vintage 1970s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Industrial Metal Cabinet Steel Lockers Four Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel
Industrial Metal Cabinet Steel Lockers Four Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel

Industrial Metal Cabinet Steel Lockers Four Cabinets Loft Style Brushed Steel

Located in Bydgoszcz, PL

authentic industrial charm you want and the storage/utility you need. Cabinet is with the original key

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Vintage 1970s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Antique Pre-War Steel Locker
Antique Pre-War Steel Locker

Antique Pre-War Steel Locker

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H 78.75 in W 47.64 in D 31.89 in

Antique Pre-War Steel Locker

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Eight doors locker, double row storage. Rivited steel plated structure. Partially sanded down to

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Vintage 1910s German Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Steel

German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1920s
German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1920s

German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1920s

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H 66.15 in W 59.45 in D 14.57 in

German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1920s

Located in Gloucester, GB

German industrial lockers, Circa 1920s - Riveted sheet steel - Decorative vented doors

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Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

German Industrial Lockers, circa 1930s
German Industrial Lockers, circa 1930s

German Industrial Lockers, circa 1930s

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H 68.12 in W 59.85 in D 12.21 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

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century German Industrial Lockers, circa 1910
Early 20th Century German Industrial Lockers, circa 1910

Early 20th Century German Industrial Lockers, circa 1910

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th century German industrial lockers, circa 1910 - Steel construction with vented doors

Category

Vintage 1910s German Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Steel

German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1930s
German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1930s

German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1930s

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H 70.87 in W 39.38 in D 17.72 in

German Industrial Lockers, Circa 1930s

Located in Gloucester, GB

- Pressed steel mesh doors - Original label holders - Hanging space and shelves - German ~ 1930s

industrial locker, 1950s
industrial locker, 1950s

industrial locker, 1950s

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H 68.9 in W 59.06 in D 11.82 in

industrial locker, 1950s

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

This locker was made in Germany around 1950 and has five compartments to store all your belongings

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Vintage 1950s German Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Pair of German Industrial Metal Lockers, circa 1940
Pair of German Industrial Metal Lockers, circa 1940

Pair of German Industrial Metal Lockers, circa 1940

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pair of tall narrow lockers with upper and lower vents, latch locks and angle cut feet.

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Vintage 1940s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

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H 76.78 in W 37.8 in D 11.82 in

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

By Kuppersbusch

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s - Made from pressed steel - Original brass

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

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H 76.78 in W 37.8 in D 11.82 in

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

By Kuppersbusch

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s - Made from pressed steel - Original brass

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

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H 76.78 in W 37.8 in D 11.82 in

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

By Kuppersbusch

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s - Made from pressed steel - Original brass

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

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H 76.78 in W 33.86 in D 14.97 in

Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

By Kuppersbusch

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s - Pressed steel doors - Vented doors and bottom

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers By Kuppersbusch Circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers By Kuppersbusch Circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers By Kuppersbusch Circa 1920s

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H 76.38 in W 58.27 in D 12.6 in

Industrial Lockers By Kuppersbusch Circa 1920s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial Lockers By Kuppersbusch Circa 1920s - Made from riveted steel - Flower details in the

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Vintage 1920s German Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

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H 72.84 in W 68.9 in D 14.57 in

Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from steel - Heat riveted - Dark grey

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

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H 75.6 in W 55.52 in D 15.75 in

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

By Kuppersbusch

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th century German factory lockers - Pressed steel with star detail vents - Original

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Antique Early 1900s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind circa 1920s

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H 72.05 in W 59.06 in D 14.97 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

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

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H 75.6 in W 55.52 in D 15.75 in

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

By Kuppersbusch

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th century German factory lockers - Pressed steel with star detail vents - Original

Category

Antique Early 1900s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Peltz Dusseldorf circa 1930s
Industrial Lockers by Peltz Dusseldorf circa 1930s

Industrial Lockers by Peltz Dusseldorf circa 1930s

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H 68.9 in W 36.62 in L 68.9 in

Industrial Lockers by Peltz Dusseldorf circa 1930s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial lockers by Peltz Dusseldorf circa 1930s - Brushed steel with 3 compartments

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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

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H 70.87 in W 59.06 in D 13 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

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s
Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s

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H 72.05 in W 56.3 in D 20.08 in

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s - Vented steel doors - 4 compartments with

Category

Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner circa 1930s
Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner circa 1930s

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner circa 1930s

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H 72.05 in W 56.3 in D 20.08 in

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner circa 1930s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial Lockers By Otto Bruckner Circa 1930s - Vented steel doors - 4 compartments with

Category

Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s
Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s

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H 72.05 in W 56.3 in D 20.08 in

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner, circa 1930s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial Lockers by Otto Bruckner circa 1930s - Vented steel doors - 4 compartments with

Category

Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s

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H 72.05 in W 41.74 in D 16.15 in

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s - Vented pressed steel doors - Cast iron

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Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s

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H 72.05 in W 41.74 in D 16.15 in

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s - Vented pressed steel doors - Cast iron

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s

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H 72.05 in W 41.74 in D 16.15 in

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner, circa 1920s - Vented pressed steel doors - Cast iron

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

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H 72.45 in W 48.04 in D 14.18 in

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th century German factory lockers - Made from sheet steel - Original door numbers

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

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H 72.45 in W 48.04 in D 14.18 in

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th century German factory lockers - Made from sheet steel - Original door numbers

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

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H 72.45 in W 48.04 in D 14.18 in

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th century German factory lockers - Made from sheet steel - Original door numbers

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner circa 1930s
Industrial Lockers by August Blodner circa 1930s

Industrial Lockers by August Blodner circa 1930s

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H 67.33 in W 63 in D 15.75 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

Materials

Steel

Industrial Pigeon Hole Lockers, circa 1940s
Industrial Pigeon Hole Lockers, circa 1940s

Industrial Pigeon Hole Lockers, circa 1940s

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H 86.62 in W 34.65 in D 15.75 in

Industrial Pigeon Hole Lockers, circa 1940s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial pigeon hole lockers, circa 1940s - Made from steel with vented doors - Cleaned and

Category

Vintage 1940s German Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Four door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Five-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Four door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Five-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Five-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Four-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Five-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Five-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Four Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Four door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Four-door Industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

1930s Original Metal Industrial Four-Door Locker, Otto Kind Model 1
1930s Original Metal Industrial Four-Door Locker, Otto Kind Model 1

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

Category

Vintage 1930s German Shelves

Materials

Metal

German Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s
German Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

German Industrial Lockers by Kuppersbusch, circa 1920s

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H 78.75 in W 59.85 in D 14.18 in

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

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Industrial Lockers by Carl Renner, circa 1930s
Industrial Lockers by Carl Renner, circa 1930s

Industrial Lockers by Carl Renner, circa 1930s

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H 71.26 in W 40.16 in D 12.6 in

Industrial Lockers by Carl Renner, circa 1930s

Located in Gloucester, GB

Industrial Lockers by Carl Renner, circa 1930s - Vented steel doors - Original copper makers

Category

Vintage 1930s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

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H 72.45 in W 48.04 in D 14.18 in

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th century German factory lockers - Made from sheet steel - Original door numbers

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s
Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

Four-Door Industrial Lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s

By Otto Kind

Located in Gloucester, GB

Four-door industrial lockers by Otto Kind, circa 1920s - Made from sheet steel - Diamond shaped

Category

Vintage 1920s German Industrial Cupboards

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers By Ad Zaiser
Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers By Ad Zaiser

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers By Ad Zaiser

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H 78.75 in W 59.45 in D 14.97 in

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers By Ad Zaiser

Located in Gloucester, GB

Early 20th Century German Factory Lockers By Ad Zaiser - Made from sheet steel - Decorative spun

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Vintage 1920s German Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Steel

1930s Original Metal Industrial Four Door Locker, Otto Kind Model 2
1930s Original Metal Industrial Four Door Locker, Otto Kind Model 2

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

Category

Vintage 1930s German Shelves

Materials

Metal

Riveted Iron Locker, 1930's
Riveted Iron Locker, 1930's

Riveted Iron Locker, 1930's

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H 70.48 in W 24.02 in D 11.82 in

Riveted Iron Locker, 1930's

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

A German riveted iron locker from the 1930s. The locker has perforated doors with original locks

Category

Vintage 1930s German Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

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German Industrial Lockers For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of German industrial lockers available for sale. The range of distinct German industrial lockers — often made from metal and steel — can elevate any home. German industrial lockers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. German industrial lockers bearing Industrial hallmark is very popular at 1stDibs. Otto Kind and Kuppersbusch each produced beautiful German industrial lockers that are worth considering.

How Much are German Industrial Lockers?

Prices for German industrial lockers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, German industrial lockers begin at $1,597 and can go as high as $3,084, while the average can fetch as much as $2,215.

A Close Look at Industrial Furniture

Industrial floor lamps, bar stools, desks and other industrial-style furnishings have experienced a resurgence in popularity with the rise of interest in minimalist design.

It's a look that celebrates the past even as it suggests vigor, productivity and brawn. The newly chic industrial style of decor repurposes the simple, sturdy furniture of an earlier world of commerce — brushed-metal storage cabinets and display shelves, task lamps and pendant lights with enameled shades, work tables with worn wooden tops and cast-iron bases — and couples them with aesthetic touches emblematic of energy and optimism, from bright upholstery fabrics to flowers.

The rise in prominence of the industrial style has come hand-in-hand with the residential repurposing of former manufacturing and warehouse districts throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. In many loft apartments created in shuttered factories, the architectural envelope has been left intact.

Industrial-style interiors feature elements like raw brick walls, exposed steel beams and oak floors whose history is written in every pit and gouge. Iron and glass transom windows give definition and interest to small kitchen areas anchored by kitchen islands made of marble, steel and brass, while taxidermy or vintage neon signs serve as wall art in living rooms dotted with leather club chairs. Patina is the keynote to a decor in sync with such surroundings. 

On 1stDibs you will find industrial furniture designs that wear their age beautifully — and were built to last.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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.