Industrial Sculptures
INDUSTRIAL STYLE
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.
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Style: Industrial
Contemporary "Eggs Carton The Best", All Pieces Numbered, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Category
2010s Italian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop by Hubley, circa 1910-1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
This is an original cast iron Boston Terrier doorstop manufactured by the Hubley Manufacturing Company in Lancaster Pennsylvania USA. The piece has retained its original hand ...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Decorative Paperweights '8' in Black / White / Red Terrazzo
By Bentu Design
Located in Paris, IDF
'8' paperweights in terrazzo (Black / white / red). Brass detail.
Set of three pieces.
Measures: 8.3 x 6 x 6 cm
Bentu design furniture and lightings derive its uniqueness fro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Glass and Iron Magiscope Sculpture by Feliciano Béjar
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular example of Béjar’s Magiscope sculptures. He is known for his experimental sculpture using metal, crystal, plastic and stained glass. Béjar, 1920-2007, has had one man s...
Category
1980s Mexican Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Vintage Mid-Century Globe Meat Slicer Sculptural Enameled Iron & Stainless
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and powerful, 1/4hp GM Delco motor. Globe deli meat slicer from the forties. Super quiet motor with a new cord and switch. In excellent vintage co...
Category
1940s American Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Enamel, Steel, Chrome, Iron, Stainless Steel
Antique Architectural Wall Building Anchor Star 19th Century
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An iron architectural building star anchor mounted on a steel base. The 19th Century star is originally part of a brick building and used to anchor in to...
Category
19th Century American Antique Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Iron
Contemporary "Eggs Carton Gold", All Pieces Numbered, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Category
2010s Italian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Gold Leaf
Pair Of Early 20th Century Cast Iron English Setters Hubley
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of hard to find old English Setters by Hubley C1930 in excellent antique condition with whats left of the original paint. No breaks or cracks, just alot of wear to the ...
Category
1930s American Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Contemporary Stool 'Plopp' by Zieta, Rubin Red
By Zieta, Oskar Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Plopp" stool by Zieta, Rubin Red
Heat collection.
Standard size:
50 cm high, 35 cm diameter.
Unique piece.
“Plopp” stool copper version is a stool designed by Zieta Studio which is a Polish design agency founded by well-known designer Oskar Zieta.
Ruby red in the center and dark, almost black at the edges – the Red Rubin mirrors...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Emile Louis Picault (1833-1915) « LE TRAVAIL » bronze statue
Located in Ixelles, BE
Emile Louis Picault (1833-1915) « LE TRAVAIL » bronze statue
The bronze statue 'Le Travail' by Émile Louis Picault is much more than a mere work of art. It embodies the very essence...
Category
19th Century French Antique Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Stool 'Plopp' by Zieta, Standard Size, Rubin Red
By Zieta, Oskar Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
"Plopp" stool by Zieta, Rubin Red
Heat collection.
Standard size:
50 cm high, 35 cm diameter.
Unique piece.
“Plopp” stool copper version is a stool designed by Zieta Studio which is a Polish design agency founded by well-known designer Oskar Zieta.
Ruby red in the center and dark, almost black at the edges – the Red Rubin mirrors...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid 20thc Cast Iron Smiling Dachshund Boot Scraper #2
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous cast iron dachshund dog boot scraper in black paint. Two available, this one has a straight tail as opposed to the other with a circle tai...
Category
1940s American Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
"Tired Face", Black & Gold, 2021, Sculpture with Marble Powder and Resin. Ltd.
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Category
2010s Italian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Gold Leaf
Model for Showing Tights, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Swivel ladies leg on the stool used as a model for showing tights in textile factory in Czechoslovakia.
Another version with white leg also available.
Ni...
Category
1950s Czech Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Fiberglass, Bentwood
Equipment for Measuring the Elasticity of Pantyhouse, 1950s
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare industrial object from textile factory. It was used for measuring elasticity and quality of pantyhouse. Original condition with nice patina. Gr...
Category
1950s Czech Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Artistic Nut & Bolt Sculpture Industrial Bauhaus Iron Art
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Large 1930's nut and bolt on a brass plinth.
Forged of iron, not cast. Bolt is 13-1/2" long and weighs 20+ lbs.
An amazing piece of industrial art, not signed.
Category
1930s American Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
Early 19th c. Lignum Vitae Plumber's Turnpin c.1840
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A 19th century plumber's turnpin, which came in all sizes, usually made of a hard wood such as Lignum Vitae. Used for opening up the ends of lead pipes, hence the indented lin...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Italian Industrial Style Ceramic Vase / Sculpture by Alessio Tasca '1986'
Located in London, GB
Modern, industrial-style ceramic vase (1986) by Alessio Tasca (born 1929). Minimalist, abstract snail-shaped ceramic vase in charcoal-coloured glaze with bold line motif and subtly p...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
20th Century Oversized French Monumental Iron Key - Vintage Décor
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An early 20th Century, French Industrial style oversized monumental key made of hand crafted iron, in good condition. Trade sign, with a weathered finish. Minor fading, due to age. W...
Category
Early 20th Century French Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Iron
Set of 3 Mini Magiscopes, Feliciano Bejar
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 mini magiscopes featuring hand made industrial steel handles and machined lenses. Signed along rim. Perfectlr sized for a desk accessory or bookcase. Price is for all 3. Tal...
Category
20th Century American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Pair of Triangular Planters by Willy Guhl, 1960s, Switzerland
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pair of 1960’s triangular concrete planters designed by Swiss neo-functionalist and industrial design pioneer Willy Guhl for Eternit in Switzerland.
Each multifaceted planter...
Category
1960s Swiss Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
Mid-20th Century, Hand Painted Iron Piggy Bank Sculpture
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Mid-Century Iron Piggy Bank Sculpture - Hand Painted carst Iron
Decoration - Mid Century - Piggy
This one-piece cast cast iron piggy bank stood in a butcher shop since the late 1950s...
Category
20th Century Belgian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Rare Cast Iron Hubley Elephant Bottle Opener, C.1940-1950
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
This is an original rare cast iron elephant bottle opener manufactured by the Hubley Manufacturing Company in Lancaster Pennsylvania USA. The piece has retained its original...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Sculpture
Located in Dayton, OH
An Impressive Cast Iron floor sculpture by Josep Maria Subirachs b.1927. Reminiscent in form to an arrowhead or primitive blade. Josep incorporated grattage leaving the surface rough...
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Antique Ceramic Industrial Glove Mold - U.S. - Late 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Antique glazed ceramic industrial glove mold - no maker's mark - likely American made for the T. Eaton Co. - late 19th/early 20th century.
Excellent antique ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Cast Iron Stagecoach Door Stop with Original Paint, 1930
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Great example of a western stagecoach in original paint. Colors are still vibrant. C1930 with precise castings. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.
Category
1930s American Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Cast Iron Hubley Donkey Bottle Opener, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
This is an original cast iron donkey bottle opener manufactured by the Hubley Manufacturing Company with "Eureka Springs Arkansas" on the side. The piece has retained its orig...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Nipper dog cast iron piggy bank "La voix de son maître" gramophone advertising
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Nipper dog cast iron piggy bank "La voix de son maître" gramophone advertising
decorative collectible - Mid-Century
Measures : 6cmx14cm H:16cm
Wear consistent with age and use
Category
20th Century Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Vintage Boho Abstract Planet Sculpture
Located in west palm beach, FL
Unearth a piece of cosmic artistry with this captivating Vintage Abstract Planet Sculpture, a truly unique accent piece that defies convention. Crafted from robust, patinated metal, ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Antique Schoenhut "Humpty Dumpty Collection" Giraffe Circus Toy c.1903-1935
By Schoenhut
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Jointed wooden giraffe manufactured in the 1900s by the Schoenhut Piano Company as part of the Humpty Dumpty Circus collection. Made from c...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Leather, Wood, Paint
Vintage Ceramic Electric Insulators - a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique pair of objects originally used to provide a safe conduction between electronic components. Now it can be a beautiful piece of decor for your...
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Large Antique, Industrial Factory Wooden Foundry Form, Wheel, Cog, Gear
Located in Buffalo, NY
Large antique, Industrial factory wooden foundry form mold, wheel, cog, gear, very unusual and rare size measuring 52" in diameter, retains original facto...
Category
1910s American Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Giant Midcentury Eiffel Tower
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
The iconic ultimate in French symbols. Fabulous blacksmith work, in old rivetted iron from the 1930s. Beautifully carried out and detailed. An expert believes it must have taken 2 months to carry out such work.
The tower is assembled in 3 parts so it is easy to move. Perfect for a shopping mall...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Rosenthal Porcelain Hands, Germany, 1950s
By Rosenthal
Located in Bochum, NRW
Rosenthal Porcelain hands, Germany, 1950s.
Pair of hard to find original German white glazed porcelain molds for the making of latex gloves. They were immersed in vats of bubbling li...
Category
1950s German Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Contemporary Decor "Boom", Black & White Marble, Numbered, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Category
2010s Italian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Siena Marble
Vintage Mid-Century Pedal Car Fire Truck
Located in Chicago, IL
Vibrant, sleek and full of character, this vintage pedal car was once the prized possession of children all across America. A popular toy since the late 19th century, pedal cars expe...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Josep Maria Subirachs Industrial Modernist Abstract Cast Iron Wall Sculpture
Located in Dayton, OH
An Impressive Cast Iron wall hanging sculpture by Josep Maria Subirachsb. 1927. Reminiscent in form to an arrowhead or primitive blade. Josep incorporated grattage leaving the surfac...
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Hand Built Earthenware Monument to Breakfast Icon Cap'n Crunch
By Steve Banks
Located in Chicago, IL
An ode to a childhood favorite - this chunky, hand built sculpture depicts a bust of Cap't Crunch cluttered amidst ionic columns and bridge girders. Its earthenware coloring is comp...
Category
2010s American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Contemporary "Picture White & Red", All Pieces Numbered, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Category
2010s Italian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Polyester, Wood
Vintage Italian Industrial Glove Mould * Free International Delivery
Located in Portlaoise, IE
A striking original industrial glove mould on circular base. Once used in an everyday capacity in a factory for stretching and forming gloves, reimagined a...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Metal
European Railways Oil Can, Vintage Oil Can, Industrial Style 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Architectural or Industrial style Oil can, a nice addition to your collection. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany. It is not marked. Measurements gi...
Category
Early 20th Century German Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Sheet Metal, Tin
"Unicorns Are Real", 2021, Sculpture with Marble Powder and Resin, Ltd. Handmade
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Category
2010s Italian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Gold Leaf
Cast Iron Hubley Donkey Bottle Opener, circa 1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
This is an original cast iron donkey bottle opener manufactured by the Hubley Manufacturing Company with "Eureka Springs Arkansas" on the...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Late 19th Century Dress Form Mannequin
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Shapely dress form mannequin from the 19th century. In good working order, on castor wheels. Has minor water stains, no tears or damage to the fig...
Category
1880s American Antique Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Vintage Italian Industrial-Style Ceramic Vase / Sculpture by Alessio Tasca
Located in London, GB
Vintage industrial-style ceramic vase / sculpture by Alessio Tasca (circa 1970). Minimalist, abstract, U-shaped ceramic vase in a matte, sandy-coloured glaze with line motif from the...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
20th Century French Abstract Walnut Sculpture in the Style of Sonia Delaunay
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French Industrial abstract sculptural made of hand crafted Metal and Walnut in the Style of Sonia Delaunay, in good condition. The detailed décor piece is particularized w...
Category
Early 20th Century French Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Decor "BOOM", Gold & Red Marble, Numbered, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Category
2010s Italian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Siena Marble
Elegance Forged in Metal: The One-of-a-Kind Sculpture by Jaka Globočnik
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Art and craftsmanship converge in a single masterpiece - presenting to you a unique metal sculpture from the creative workshop of Jaka Globočnik, nestled in the picturesque Slovenia....
Category
2010s Slovenian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Vintage Airplane Part Mold / Abstract Wood Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage wood airplane part mold. Originally it was used as a mold to cast airplane parts. Its abstract carving is very much like modern sculptures. Perfect wall sculpture or table ac...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Wood
“Tiny Celadon Green Jacket" Steel Sculpture by Gordon Chandler
Located in Chicago, IL
Upon discovering a weathered steel drum that had been warped to resemble the sleeve of a garment, artist Gordon Chandler was inspired to embark on a series of kimono sculptures formed from found metal scraps. With an eye to the aesthetic possibilities of this humble material, Chandler invests the reclaimed steel with sculptural fluidity and a wry sense of form.
Flattened with the center portion rolled out and the sides left open, this discarded barrel takes on the look of a miniature jacket. Coated with a mint green finish, the eroded metal appears as draped fabric, folded back to form a simple collar. The sculpture is finished with the artist's initials stamped...
Category
2010s American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Steel
"World Freedom and Peace", White, 2021, Sculpture with Marble Powder and Resin
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Category
2010s Italian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Contemporary "Picture White & Blue XL", All Pieces Numbered, Handmade in Italy
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
Born in 1992 in Macerata in the Marche region, the Italian artist carried out a path that between studies of Surveyor and Architecture led him to a long collaboration with a craft co...
Category
2010s Italian Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic, Polyester, Wood
Collection of Museum Mounted Industrial Eye Glass Dyes/Molds
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Collection of Museum Mounted Industrial Eye Glass Dyes/Molds
An instant collection of four unique actual industrial brass and iron molds for eyeglass fram...
Category
20th Century American Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Iron
"Leaning Towers" Sculpture Constructed from 96 Eiffel-tower-models
Located in Maastricht, NL
“Leaning towers”
Object / sculpture
design: JAN PAUL
Constructed from 96 Eiffel-tower-models.
The object is part of a serie in progress consisti...
Category
2010s Dutch Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Flux, Jack Sculpture / Organic, Dynamic, Kinetic Object
By Jan Paul
Located in Maastricht, NL
FLUX
rare beauty in common objects
Numerous experiments with materials and shapes resulted in a new production method: “Flux”
Flexible steel tubes are shaped by hand and become s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Sculptural Pair of Mercury Mirrored Cloches
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and sculptural pair of mirrored mercury cloches. Generous in size, these pieces reflect light beautifully bringing together the different elements of your decor via reflec...
Category
1980s American Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Mirror
Mid-20th Century Carved Wooden Santo, circa 1950-1960
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
A hand painted carved wooden Mexican or Central American Santo (saint) with articulating arms.
Creator unknown.
Date of manufacture circa 1...
Category
19th Century Mexican Antique Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
Vintage Mixed Metal Wall Art Abstract Brutalist Sculpture, Circa 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage wall art abstract brutalist sculpture, Circa 1970s. Made of mixed metal, (copper, brass and metal) with a wood frame. It has origi...
Category
1970s American Vintage Industrial Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Industrial sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Industrial sculptures for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Industrial sculptures made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Mosche Bianche, Hubley Manufacturing Company, Patrick Fitzgerald, and Gordon Chandler. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $95 and tops out at $95,000 while the average work can sell for $836.