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.
Large Square Industrial Double-Sided Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This square double-sided railway, school or factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1970s. The piece features a grey hammerpaint metal body, a c...
Aluminum, Iron
FINE CIRCA 1895 FRENCH AUTOMATON INDUSTRIAL LOCOMOTIVE MOVING GiLT BRONZE CLOCK
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very fine and highly collectable Antique circa 1895 French Automaton Industrial Locomotive moving gilt bronze clock sitting on top of a solid marble base with bronze feet These clocks vary massively in price, once recently sold for over £150,000 on 1stdibs, which was fully restored and look brand new. They have two mechanical winding features, one operates the clock and the other turns the wheels, I have wound the clock and it works as does the turning mechanism however both will need serving as they have sat for a very long time unused, I can have this done with a very fine clock restorer should the new owner wish I will include the full specification on this piece below which I found online, my example is in very fine order indeed, the sale includes everything pictured and that’s it, if you can’t see it it’s not included Dimensions Height:- 45cm Width:- 47.5cm Depth:- 23cm Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask c.1895 French Animated Locomotive Clock...
Brass
Large Siemens Factory, Station or Workshop Wall Clock
By Siemens
Located in Vienna, AT
Huge 43cm steel painted clock face made in Germany in the 1950s. Formerly a slave clock, it is now fitted with a modern quartz movement with a batt...
Steel
Bakelite Industrial Factory Wall Clock by Pragotron
By Pragotron
Located in Vienna, AT
Industrial wall clock Pragotron. Frame made of bakelite. The clock face is covered with glass. Formerly a slave clock, it is now fitted with a modern quartz movement with an AA-batte...
Glass, Bakelite
Reclaimed Double Sided Factory Clock by English Clock Systems
By Smiths English Clock Systems
Located in Nottingham, GB
RECLAIMED DOUBLE SIDED FACTORY CLOCK An original vintage double sided factory clock reclaimed from the Westons Cider Factory in Herefords...
Aluminum
$1,290
H 4.14 in Dm 23.04 in
Antique Vintage Industrial National Electric Factory Railway Wall Clock c.1950
By National Time Recorder Company 1
Located in London, GB
A large industrial wall clock made by the National Time Recorder Company Ltd. c.1950 Heavy duty copper-plated brass casing with the original grey factory paint. Slightly time worn c...
Brass
French Empire Gilt Bronze Clock
Located in London, GB
French Empire gilt bronze clock French, early 19th century Measures: Height 38cm, width 27cm, depth 10cm This fine gilt bronze man...
Ormolu, Bronze
$1,756
H 14.97 in W 14.97 in D 5.12 in
Vintage Industrial Double Sided Bakelite Gents of Leicester Hanging Clock, c1940
Located in London, GB
A double-sided industrial clock made in England by Gents of Leicester. c.1940 12" dials with Bakelite housing, conjoined back to back with metal plate. Gents' iconic hands run on ...
Metal
Large Industrial Antique French Clock Face
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Epic industrial wall clock face with zinc trim and surround, enamel face with Roman numerals. Non-working, architectural element for unique decor. Age appropriate condition including...
Enamel
$2,600
H 24 in Dm 11 in
Massive French Style 8 Day Brass Automaton Steam Wheel Engine Industrial Clock
Located in Danville, CA
Large French Style 8 Day Brass Automaton Steam Engine Industrial Clock Here we have a wonderful example of the industrial series popular in French horology. While the clock is stri...
Granite, Metal, Brass
Large Double-Sided Railway Clock from Pragotron, 1980s
By Pragotron
Located in Żory, PL
Large double sided railway clock made by Pragotron in former Czechoslovakia in the 1980s. The clock has been converted into a new quartz mechanism, powered by an AA battery. It no lo...
Steel
Large Bakelite Industrial Wall Clock by Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Praha, CZ
Large version of industrial wall clock by Pragotron made in Czechoslovakia in 1960s. Bakelite case and glass cover Converted to battery.
Glass, Bakelite
$1,136
H 32.68 in W 17.33 in D 5.91 in
Large Double-Sided Railway Clock from Pragotron, 1980s (New, in box)
By Pragotron
Located in Żory, PL
Large double sided railway clock made by Pragotron in former Czechoslovakia in the 1980s. The clock is brand new, never been used. Packed in...
Steel
$4,323
H 30.32 in W 27.56 in D 10.63 in
Huge Reclaimed Double Sided Square Factory Clock by English Clock Systems Ltd
By English Clock Systems
Located in Nottingham, GB
Huge Reclaimed Industrial Double Sided Factory Clock An original vintage double-sided factory clock hanging clock. Crafted by English Clock System, London, England, circa 1950. The...
Steel
Sold
H 33.08 in W 17.33 in D 5.91 in
Large Square Industrial Double-Sided Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This square double-sided railway, school or factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1970s. The piece features a grey hammerpaint metal body, a c...
Aluminum, Iron
Huge Reclaimed Double Sided Great Western Rail Electric Platform Clock
Located in Nottingham, GB
Rare huge double sided railway platform clock An exceptional and rare double sided railway platform clock. Unknown original origin however the rea...
Steel
Sold
H 33.08 in W 17.33 in D 5.91 in
Large Square Industrial Double-Sided Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This square double-sided railway, school or factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1970s. The piece features a grey hammerpaint metal body, a c...
Aluminum, Iron
Sold
H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 7.49 in
Large Industrial Double Sided Railway or Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This large double-sided railway or factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1960s. The piece features a grey hammer paint metal body and a clear ...
Iron
Large Double-Sided Railway Clock from Pragotron, 1980s
By Pragotron
Located in Żory, PL
Large double sided railway clock made by Pragotron in former Czechoslovakia in the 1980s. The clock is brand new, never been used. Packed i...
Steel
Industrial Flip Wall Clock from Pragotron, 1980s
By Pragotron
Located in Żory, PL
The Pragotron IPJ0612 flip wall clock was designed and manufactured in Czechoslovakia in the 1980s. Clocks of this type were used in railway stations, ...
Steel
Sold
H 33.08 in W 17.33 in D 5.91 in
Large Square Industrial Double-Sided Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This square double-sided railway, school or factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1960s. The piece features a grey hammerpaint metal body, a c...
Aluminum, Iron
Sold
H 36.62 in W 19.3 in D 9.85 in
Large Industrial Bakelite Double Sided Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1950s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This large double-sided factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1950s. The piece features a two brown bakelite clock with glass cover and iron c...
Iron
Sold
H 28.75 in W 16.93 in D 7.09 in
Large Industrial Double Sided Railway or Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This large double-sided railway or factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1960s. The piece features a grey hammer paint metal body and a clear ...
Iron
Sold
H 33.08 in W 17.33 in D 5.91 in
Large Square Industrial Double-Sided Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1960s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This square double-sided railway, school or factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1960s. The piece features a grey hammerpaint metal body, a c...
Aluminum, Iron
Sold
H 33.47 in W 17.33 in D 7.88 in
Large Industrial Double Sided Railway or Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1950s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This large double-sided railway or factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1950s. The piece features a grey metal body and a clear glass cover. ...
Iron
Sold
H 31.5 in W 17.33 in D 7.88 in
Large Industrial Double Sided Railway or Factory Clock from Pragotron, 1950s
By Pragotron
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This large double-sided railway or factory clock was produced by Pragotron, in former Czechoslovakia, during the 1950s. The piece features a grey metal body and a clear glass cover. ...
Iron