Industrial Abstract 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
Industrial Gear on Stand
Located in New York City, NY
Mounted industrial gear on stand.
Category
19th Century Antique Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Hand Built Earthenware Monument to a Hamburger
By Steve Banks
Located in Chicago, IL
This ode to an American classic is a chunky, hand built sculpture depicting a group of columns with a ceramic hamburger atop. Its earthenware coloring is complemented by the smalles...
Category
2010s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Abstract Industrial Welded Steel Sculpture "Mother and Child" by David Tothero
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Multi-dimensional Industrial style welded and painted steel sculpture, "Mother and Child", by Philadelphia based artist David Tothero. This colorful piece has strong graphic and tex...
Category
1990s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Steel I-Beam Sculpture by John Piet
Located in Southampton, NJ
I-Beam sculpture done by artist John Piet of Detroit, Michigan. Retains original red/orange steel primer color with variations to steel finish with light oxi...
Category
Late 19th Century North American Antique Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Cut Steel
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Enamel, Steel, Chrome, Iron, Stainless Steel
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Iron
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Factory by Don Harvey Industrial Iron Art Sculpture Steampunk Expressionism
By Don Harvey
Located in Dayton, OH
"Factory by Don Harvey measure: 74"
Don Harvey is an American Postwar & Contemporary artist who was born in 1941
Don Harvey’s artwork explores the tensions between opposites: s...
Category
1980s American Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
“Tiny Celadon Green Jacket" 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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Bronze Looking Floor Standing Sculpture. English , Early 20th Century
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful highly sculptural found object or architectural element with an ethnographical/Industrial feel to it.
Although it is ceramic ( a type of stoneware ) it has a lovely metal...
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Cast Stone
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
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 Abstract 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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Mirror
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Industrial Wall Sculpture, Distressed Conveyor Brushes
Located in Oakville, CT
Industrial wall art sculpture. Turn of the century steel factory conveyor brushes on wooden frame. Measures: 64 1/4" x 37 1/2" x 5 3/4".
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Metal
Contemporary Stool 'Plopp' by Zieta, Standard Size, Rubin Red
By Oskar Zieta, 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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Tool Vice, Powder Coated Bright Yellow Desk Accessory
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage vice powder-coated in bright yellow.
Just look at this antique vice which has been painted in "bright sunshine yellow". The tool vice is made in ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Abstract Industrial Welded Steel Sculpture "Assemblage III" by David Tothero
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Multi-dimensional Industrial style welded and painted steel sculpture, "Assemblage III", by Philadelphia based artist David Tothero. This piece has strong graphic and textural image...
Category
1990s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Albert Féraud (1921-2008), French artist. Abstract sculpture in metal. 1960.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Albert Féraud (1921-2008), French artist.
Abstract sculpture in metal.
1960.
Double signed A. Feraud.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: W 27.0 cm. x H 30.5 cm.
Category
1960s French Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Bent Sørensen Cast Iron Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
Abstract cast iron sculpture by Bent Sørensen with a rich rusted tone consistent with age. Denmark, circa 1960's.
Bent Sørensen is best known as a sculptor but started out as a painter. Around 1948 he met the group of Danish and international artists...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
1950s Yatch/Aircraft Compass Bubble Torpedo Table Sculpture Art War Relic
By Bendix Corporation
Located in Hyattsville, MD
For use as Prop not functioning. No break, and no cracks to molded forms or aluminium base plate. Sits flat.
Measures: W 24 x D 9 x H 14 in.
Category
1950s American Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plastic
Welded Steel Table Sculpture "Interdimensional Antennae" by D. Phillips
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A large welded steel table sculpture "Interdimensional Antennae" by sculptor David Phillips. Acquired from the collection of the artist.
Trained as a...
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Concrete
1900s Advertising Stencil Mark Type Font Vintage Industrial Art Sculpture Copper
Located in Hyattsville, MD
USA, circa 1901. Vintage Industrial mercantile large Wolfe Bros Folck's Roller Mills copper stencil. Baltimore Maryland.
Measures: W 18.5 x H 16 in.
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Joseph A Burlini Brass Abstract Sculpture, Dated 1967
Located in Oceanside, US
Joseph A. Burlini, born in 1937, is an American contemporary artist renowned for his large-scale sculptures. He graduated from the Art Institute of Chicago and has spent much of his ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Hollow Brass Rectangular Object
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Industrial rectangular brass object. The brutalist form features a hollow center. The geometric block can be used as a bookend or decorative element.
Dimensions
4" width x 2" dept...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Abstract Sculpture, 'Iron Altar' by Charles Splady
Located in Oakland, CA
'Iron Altar' is a freestanding abstract sculpture from the Thought-Particle series, designed as a "thought filter" to enhance the artistic process. Crafted and precisely cut from ste...
Category
2010s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Iron
Industrial Gear on Stand
Located in New York City, NY
Mounted industrial gear on stand.
Category
19th Century Antique Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Italian Metal Ring Sculpture from 1970's
Located in Hudson, NY
Metal rings were used to create the unusual stepped sculpture, shown here, from Italy c. 1970s. Arranged in ascending and descending order, ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Welded Steel Table Sculpture "Transcending Time and Space" by D. Phillips
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Welded steel table sculpture "Transcending Time and Space" by sculptor David Phillips. Acquired from the collection of the artist.
Trained as an arch...
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Mounted Oversized Wrench from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A dramatically oversized patinated forged steel wrench beautifully mounted on a circular base.
Category
1920s American Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Fritz Schwegler abstract yellow Angle 1978 Sculpture oversized Installation
Located in Munster, NRW
Fritz Schwegler - oversized abstract angle.
Painted wood in yellow and red, signed F. Schwegler, abstract installation in the shape of a yellow triangle with red wheels, mounted on ...
Category
1970s German Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
"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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Italian Industrial Style Ceramic Vase / Sculpture by Alessio Tasca 'circa 1980s'
Located in London, GB
Modern, industrial-style ceramic vase (circa 1980s) by Alessio Tasca. Minimalist, abstract, u-shaped ceramic vase in a light brown-coloured glaze with bold line motif. Combining an i...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic
Hand Built Earthenware Monument to a Hamburger
By Steve Banks
Located in Chicago, IL
This ode to an American classic is a chunky, hand built sculpture depicting a group of columns with a ceramic hamburger atop. Its earthenware coloring is complemented by the smalles...
Category
2010s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Striking Industrial Sculpture by California Listed Artist Robert Ortlieb
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible and unique metal sculpture by Robert Ortlieb, A unique piece that captures Industrial Art Deco and Postmodern movements, Californian artist f...
Category
20th Century American Industrial Abstract 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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Brass, Copper
Vintage Industrial Art Metal Concorde Airplane Sculpture
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Fantastic Industrial Art Metal Concorde Airplane Sculpture from the Mid 1970's. This one of a kind piece would certainly standout on display in any home or retail setting.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Sculptural Vintage Drill Bit Tool Display
Located in Chicago, IL
A wonderfully sculptural early 20th century American set of 32 steel large drill bits mounted on a wood base, originally used in a workshop, but brought into...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Contemporary Stool 'Plopp' by Zieta, Rubin Red
By Oskar Zieta, 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 Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stainless Steel
Stunning Unique Industrial Plexiglass Light Object
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Unique piece made of a thick plexiglass column with red and blue elements inside, a metal base and illuminated from below with a circular fluorescent tube.
The object is probably an ...
Category
20th Century European Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Acrylic
Contemporary Abstract Sculpture, 'Lucid Dream' by Charles Splady
Located in Oakland, CA
"Lucid Dream," part of Charles Splady's Dream Series, is a steel sculpture that delves into the concept of negative or absent landscapes. The piece embodies an exploration of presenc...
Category
2010s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Cut Steel
Bright Sunshine Yellow Abstract Eagle Head Sculpture From a 3 Way Wood Splitter
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Industrial powder-coated eagle-shaped iron log splitter. Newly painted in thick bright sunshine yellow powder-coating. Just look at this heavy industri...
Category
1960s American Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Iron
Contemporary Abstract Sculpture, 'Tectonic Dream' by Charles Splady
Located in Oakland, CA
"Tectonic Dream," part of Charles Splady's Dream Series, is a steel sculpture that delves into the concept of negative or absent landscapes. The piece embodies an exploration of pres...
Category
2010s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel, Cut Steel
Sculptural Industrial Aluminium Silver Filter with a Hand-Blown Glass Ball Top
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
Sculptural industrial silver aluminum filter with a hand-blown glass ball top.
The sculptural piece is created from an aluminum filter with a hand-blown glass ball mounted on top....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Aluminum
'Point of View' Wooden Spindle Textile Sculpture
By Tim Byrne
Located in Oakville, CT
Measuring 46 in. x 46 in. x 8 in. and made entirely from reclaimed pine and mahogany spindles from a textile factory, the precise sizing and arrangement form a constellation that rew...
Category
2010s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Mahogany, Pine, Reclaimed Wood
Large Urban Industrial Art Sculpture w/ Photo Transparency & Lucite "Diptych 1"
By Karen Brown
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
This large floor piece "Diptych 1" consists of two clear Lucite panels that encase pinhole photo transparencies with images taken from under an urban expressway. The panels are held ...
Category
Early 2000s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Large Urban Industrial Art Sculpture w/ Photo Transparency & Lucite "Diptych 2"
By Karen Brown
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
This large floor piece "Diptych 2" consists of two clear Lucite panels that encase pinhole photo transparencies with images taken from under an urban expressway. The panels are held ...
Category
Early 2000s American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
Agwam Hangar Aircraft Service and Repair Fuselage Access Ladder Prop Treehouse
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A vintage relic sold as a prop. An antique collapsible Early-century wooden and steel ladder. Each Rung Segment is 14 inches and space between rungs is about 12 inches. Seems strong...
Category
1920s American Vintage Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Steel
"XMITTER" Helmet & Jacket by Patrick Fitzgerald
Located in Chicago, IL
To Chicago-based artist Patrick Fitzgerald, his sculptures are a means of traveling through time. Working from found materials, Fitzgerald constructs miniature soap box cars...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paper
Early 20th Century Wooden Screws, Set of 2
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Two industrial wooden screws from an early 20th century mechanical engineering casting pattern.
Highly decorative abstract objects with beautiful origina...
Category
Early 20th Century German Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Copper Pipe Sculpture
Located in west palm beach, FL
This Vintage Boho Copper Pipe Sculpture embodies the eclectic and artisanal essence of American boho style. Crafted from repurposed copper pipes, it combines industrial charm with ar...
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Copper
Late 20th Century Vintage Boho Abstract Rings Sculpture
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this striking vintage abstract sculpture featuring a rhythmic chain of interlocking rings in blackened and gold-toned metal. Artfully perched on a white ma...
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Marble
19th Century Dog Muzzle Sculptures on Lucite Bases
Located in Atlanta, GA
Collection of 19th century dog muzzle sculptures on Lucite bases, American, circa late 19th-early 20th century. If you were a bad doggie back in the d...
Category
19th Century American Antique Industrial Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Metal
Industrial abstract sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Industrial abstract 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 abstract sculptures created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, lighting and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, steel and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Industrial abstract 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 abstract sculptures, popular names associated with this style include Alessio Tasca, Gordon Chandler, Willy Guhl, and Las Animas. 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 abstract sculptures differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $195 and tops out at $95,000 while the average work can sell for $2,675.