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.
French Handblown Glass Bell Jar Display, Wooden Stand, marking Arc de Triomphe
Located in Langenfeld (Rheinland), DE
A fascinating collection of French handblown glass display cloches, presented on a wooden stand that was formerly used as a tool in ironwork forging. The wooden stand bears historic...
Glass, Hardwood
Early 20th Century German Apothecary Glass Jar
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A highly decorative original German apothecary glass jar. Circa 1920´s/ 1930`s. The bottle made of amber glass, fitted with a round glass stopper. Dimensions each Height: 21 cm ...
Glass
Antique Large Industrial Era Lidded Copper Jug
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and very decorative twin handled jug with a lid attached with a chain. A brass plaque on the side is labeled: Tambo La Nona Ano 1922 Lu Jan LM. Desirable signs of age includi...
Brass, Copper
Fabulously Patinated Rustic Handmade Copper Cup Antique Mug + Sculptural Handle
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Copper mug Fabulously patinated handmade copper cup rustic mug with sculptural handle. Antique piece hand forged with amazing patina, for decorative use. ...
Copper
$1,200 / set
Pair of Mexican Candy Shop Dispensers
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Circa 1950. We offer this Pair of Mexican Candy Shop Dispensers. From a Mexican Candy shop this set of two vintage stacked candy jars are the perfect way to...
Glass
Heavy Iron Bucket, Industrial Style, Riveted Construction, 1940
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Heavy Iron Bucket. This is a lovely small bucket, this charming piece has riveted construction and with a swing handle The cauldron is in good well aged condition, it is 7” in diame...
Iron
Antique Italian Apothecary Lidded Glass Jar
Located in South Salem, NY
Fanciful lidded canister jar from Italy. Embellished with hand painted pink roses and gilded accents. Use this glass jar to store everyday essentials on a vanity or dressing table. A...
Glass, Paint
Vintage Dunhill Lidded Ceramic Tobacco Jar
By Dunhill
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This sophisticated vintage lidded jar by the iconic luxury brand Alfred Dunhill is a superb example of Mid-Century Modern studio pottery. Crafted in Portugal, the ceramic body is fin...
Ceramic, Wood
Early 20th Century German Apothecary Glass Jar
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A highly decorative original German apothecary glass jar. Circa 1920´s/ 1930`s. The bottle made of amber glass, fitted with a cut glass stopper and still have the original label wi...
Glass
Nana / Candy Vase by Malwina Konopacka
Located in WARSZAWA, PL
A small vase with a unique form composed of six pretzels and a contrasting base. The NANA vase beautifully displays any bouquet, its beauty accentuated by the vase's striking color. ...
Clay
Copper and Brass Riveted Coal Bucket, Late 19th Century
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Copper and brass riveted coal bucket, late 19th century. Copper polished with brass belted and riveted straps. Measures: Height 28, diameter 30 cm.
Copper
$1,200
H 6.25 in W 13.5 in D 18.5 in
Rustic Country French Copper & Iron Handled Turbotiere Fish Poacher, c. 1850
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A hand made, French Copper Turbotiere, a Turbo fish Poacher with iron handles, France c. 1830-1850. Weighing a heavy SEVEN pounds! This copper and iron, diamond shaped fish poache...
Copper, Iron
Unique Pair of Patinated Crucible Planter Pots - Rustic Antique Style
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Measurements: 21" H x 16" Diameter (larger one) 19.5" H x 13.5" diameter (smaller one) Dating back to the 19th to early 20th century, these pots were originally used in metalwork...
Ceramic, Clay
$420Sale Price|20% Off
H 8.5 in W 2.75 in D 1.75 in
Early 20th Century Crocodile Amber Glass Bottle from Germany
Located in Wainscott, NY
Early 20th century German amber glass and crocodile bottle.
Crocodile, Glass
English Wood and Iron Decorative Bucket from the Late 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This large size English bucket, circa 1880 features a circular shape, flaring towards the bottom with four iron bands wrapped around the wooden slats. T...
Iron
$2,800
H 34 in Dm 38 in
Large 19th C French Antique Verdigris Chocolate Vat Garden Element Large Planter
Located in New York, NY
Incredible over-scale copper chocolate pot, or vat, in attractive original verdigris finish. This impressive pot can be repurposed as a large planter, or just a stand alone sculptura...
Copper, Iron
Very Large Size 19th Century South Indian Copper Vessel
Located in Atlanta, GA
A very large South Indian hand-hammered copper vessel with rolled and riveted handles from the 19th century. The stand shown in the picture is not included.
Copper
Japanese Satsuma Ginger Jar Vase, circa Early 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful small Japanese Satsuma ginger jar vase, circa early-20th century, Japan. Colors include cream, copper, green, blue, white, black, orange...
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
$795
H 8.25 in W 20 in D 12.5 in
Victorian Style Pink Transferware Footbath / Cachepot / Planter / Ice Bucket
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale pink transferware footbath. It is a heavy ceramic piece. It has Victorian England styling, and the transferware seems to depict an Italian village. It is unsign...
Ceramic
Set of Seven Early 20th Century French Provence Apothecary Jars
Located in South Salem, NY
A collection of seven apothecary jars in a Provence style. Each painted apothecary or pharmacy jar has a name and unique design painted on it. The colle...
Ceramic
$350Sale Price|70% Off
H 19.5 in W 13 in D 10 in
Handmade Garden Copper Vase with Brass Handles/Umbrella stand
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
2-347 Handmade garden copper vase with cast brass handles. Can be used as umbrella/stick stand
Brass, Copper
Set of Four Large Hand Blown French Pharmacy Apothecary Jars
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare set of four matching 7500 ml large French pharmacy apothecary jars with lids constructed from hand-blown glass. Each labeled 7500 ml topped wi...
Glass
Pair 19th Century Swedish Factory Crucibles
Located in Allerum, SE
Good pair of mid to late 19th century factory Crucibles with fantastic patina. Ca 1850-90 Sweden,
Iron
Old Vintage Blue Threaded Gas Cylinder Cap
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Blue metal vintage gas cylinder Cap Measures : 6 tall x 3.75 diameter Preowned original unrestored vintage condition. See images provided.
Metal
Antique Steel Can Funnel Spout & Carry Handle Wheeling Corrugating Company WV
By Wheeling Manufacturing Co
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Steel Pour Can Antique Galvanized steel metal can Funnel spout carry handle Historical Wheeling Corrugating Co Wheeling WVA Measures: 17 t...
Metal, Steel
Large Antique Rustic Stoneware Crock Vessel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large, 19th century, 20 gallon, rustic, stoneware, pickling crock vessel with handles.
Ceramic, Stoneware
Set of Three 19th Century Japanese Ceramic Ink Bottles
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of three 19th century Japanese ink bottles Ceramic, earthenware, stoneware 1. Measures: Height 9.5, diameter 3.5 in. 2. Height 7.5, diameter 3.75...
Stoneware, Cork
Amber Mercury Glass Apothecary Jars
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of early 20th century, amber mercury glass, apothecary jars with tin lids. Large jar measures 4.75 inches diameter x 12 inches height, small jar measures 3.5 inches diameter x ...
Mercury Glass
Set of Five 19th Century Rountree’s Sweet Gums Jars with Chocolate Box
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of five 19th century Rountree’s sweet gums jars with chocolate box This rare set of jars came from the store room of an old fashioned sweet shop, they are heavy glass and have...
Five Large Victorian Baker’s Shop Tins, Toleware Biscuit Canisters
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Five large Victorian Baker’s shop tins, toleware biscuit canisters This is an amazing find, five matching 19th century Bakers biscuit tins, these are larger than the domestic type...
Pair of 19th Century Rountree’s Sweet Gums Jars with Carton
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A pair of 19th century Rountree’s sweet gums jars with carton This rare pair of jars came from the store room of an old fashioned sweet shop, they are tall heavy glass and have me...
Pair of Massive Doulton of London RMS Shipping Stonware Alcohol Jar Vats
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Massive pair of Royal Doulton jars with lids which are stamped. Made during the second world war, bearing the date 17.03.41. We believe these to have been made for the RMS during the...
Stoneware
Pair of Very Large Amber Glass Chemist Jars, Large Stoppers
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
These very attractive jars they date from, circa 1900, one has Aqua Rosæ written on it, the other has Nux Myrist, the writing is set on gold in a shield shape The Jars are in very g...
Glass