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.
19th Century Galvanised Metal Milk Churn with Iron Strapping
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th century galvanised metal milk churn with iron strapping A good large piece, with handle, made in galvanised metal with a removable lid A very goo...
Metal
$300Sale Price|20% Off
H 20 in W 13 in D 9 in
19th Century Victorian Pairpoint Silver Plate Tilting Pitcher with Goblet
Located in Cincinnati, OH
19th Century Victorian Pairpoint quadruple silver plate beverage pitcher with stand and goblet. Features lavishly embossed floral and leaf motif. Stand with pierced supports; stamp...
Silver Plate, Metal
19th Century French Pitcher
Located in Stockbridge, GA
19th century French Jersey pitcher.
Ceramic
19th Century Staffordshire Toby Jug
Located in High Point, NC
19th century ceramic Toby jug from the Staffordshire region of England. He has a blue jacket and a warm expression on his face. The jug has copper lustre accents as well for added ...
Ceramic
$334Sale Price|20% Off
H 13 in Dm 7.49 in
19th Century Rustic French Oak and Metal Hand-Crafted Pitcher
Located in Valencia, VC
Antique Rustic French Oak and Metal Pitcher, 19th Century French oak and metal pitcher from the 19th century, with original patina and wear consistent with age and use. These pitche...
Metal
19th Century Victorian Pewter Beaker with Brass Rim
Located in Copenhagen, K
This is a Victorian liquid bellied lidless, Gill measurer with a brass rim and inscription of the owner. A capacity mark such as ‘pint’ or ‘quart’ is sel...
Brass, Pewter
19th Century French Pitcher
Located in Stockbridge, GA
19th century French Jersey pitcher.
Ceramic
French 19th Century Cream Glazed Terracotta Pitcher with Floral Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French cream glazed terracotta pitcher from the 19th century, with floral décor. Created in France during the 19th century, this pitcher features...
Terracotta
19th Century English Etched Glass Pitcher
Located in Houston, TX
This is a beautiful English etched glass pitcher. The pitcher features intricate etched-glass work with ferns. A lovely piece for bedside or on th...
Glass
19th Century Pewter Measurer Anno, 1858
Located in Copenhagen, K
A capacity mark such as ‘pint’ or ‘quart’ is self explanatory. Such marks became a legal requirement in 1836 in England. The presence of such a mark does not mean the item is post-18...
Pewter
French 19th Century Redware Pitcher with White Flower Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
French redware pitchers from the 19th century, with white flowers, priced and sold individually $375 each. Created in France during the 19th century, each of these pitchers features ...
Pottery
French 19th Century "Pitcher"
Located in Stockbridge, GA
French, 19th century Jersey "Pitcher".
Ceramic
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 6.5 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in
19th Century Rose Medallion Cider Pitcher with Foo Dog Finial
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
19th century rose medallion cider pitcher with foo dog finial, Nicely decorated in a diminutive size, twisted gilt handles, complete with original cover....
Porcelain
Antique Silver Plated English Cup Trophy c.1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
About This is an original silver plated cup trophy. Stamped "Silverplate England". This piece has retained much of its original finish. Creator Unknown. Date of manufacture c....
Silver Plate