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.
Industrial design sterling silver kettle made in London in 1911
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1911 by G. Brace & Co. Ltd., this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Kettle, is very plain in style and conical in shape, featuring a removable lid, and st...
Sterling Silver
Victorian industrial movement antique sterling silver tea set made in 1878
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1878 by W. Spurrier & Co., this very stylish 4 piece, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, is elegantly plain in design, with angular silver fi...
Sterling Silver
Postmodern Rare Tea Kettle Designed by Michael Graves
Located in San Diego, CA
A Classic postmodern Memphis era design teapot designed by Michael Graves, circa the 1980s, a rare design not many were produced it's in good condition. A cool whistle that works whe...
Stainless Steel
Antique Japanese Kettle with Iron Tetsubin : Calabash Design 1930s
Located in Paris, FR
This kettle was made in 1930s, Showa era. And the design is with Calabashes. The iron kettles like this item are called 'Tetsubin' in Japan. It can be pu...
Iron
$20,479
H 14.38 in W 7.09 in D 9.49 in
Antique George II Georgian Silver Kettle on Stand London 1745 Teapot
By William Grundy
Located in London, GB
An excellent George II Georgian Solid Silver Kettle on Stand. The Tea Pot has an ornate chased design including floral, foliate and scroll patterning, and each side has a shaped cartouche with an engraved crest in it. The Teapot has a hinged domed lid with an impressive finial, and a substantial scroll shaped swing handle with a shaped wooden section. The Tea Kettle stands...
Sterling Silver
Antique Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Tea Set No. 80A
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Danish Modern silver tea service. By Georg Jensen. In sterling silver. Pattern no. 80A. Comprising a tea pot, covered sugar bowl, and cream jug. Each with wooden ha...
Sterling Silver
$325 / set
H 5.5 in W 10.25 in D 6.75 in
Antique Webster & Son Victorian Silver Plated Etched Tea Set - 3 Pc Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Webster & Son Victorian Silver Plated Etched Tea Set - 3 Pc Set. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 5.5" H x 10.25" W x 6.75" D.
Silver Plate
Postmodern Rare Tea Kettle Designed by Michael Graves
Located in San Diego, CA
A Classic postmodern Memphis era design teapot designed by Michael Graves, circa the 1980s, a rare design not many were produced it's in good condition except for a ding on the botto...
Stainless Steel
$6,500 / set
H 1.5 in W 23.75 in D 16 in
Tiffany & Co. Antique Victorian Silver Plate Coffee or Tea Service Set
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Victorian silverplate tea or coffee service set, including: tea pots, sugar, creamer, and large service tray. By Tiffany & Co. USA, Late 19th Century Measuremen...
Silver Plate
Antique Russian Silver Tea-set
Located in London, GB
This fine and charming silver tea-set comprises a teapot, a sugar pot with a spoon and two jugs; one smaller and one larger. Each piece features an engraved crest and crown to their ...
Silver
George II English Sterling Silver Tea Caddy, London, 1757
Located in Torino, IT
Tea caddy, all-over repousse and hand-chased decoration. Marked underneath.
Sterling Silver
Victorian Silver Plated Tea and Coffee Service Set
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Class...
Silver Plate
Victorian Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle
By Creswick & Co. 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian English sterling silver spirit kettle; an addition to our antique silver Teaware collection...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Four Piece Tea and Coffee Service
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver four piece tea and coffee service; an addition to our silver teaware collection. This magnificent antiqu...
Sterling Silver
Very Rare Victorian Sterling Silver Cafetiere - London 1862
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1862 by Alfred Ivory, this rare, Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Cafetiere, is plain in style, with a scroll handle, and an engraved crest to one side. Th...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Atomic Coffee Maker by Giordano Robbiati Italy 1950s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Giordano Robbiati's iconic Atomic coffee maker, originating from the 1950s, embodies a blend of vintage charm and robust functionality. Crafte...
Aluminum
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H 6.7 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in
Industrialist Design 'Pride Pattern' Sterling Silver Tea Set, David Mellor, 1967
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1967 by Walker & Hall, this handsome, 4-piece sterling silver tea set, is in the very sought after 'Pride' pattern, designed by David Mellor...
Sterling Silver
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H 8.67 in W 8.67 in D 3.94 in
Aesthetic Period Sterling Silver Water Jug With Tusk Handle by Heath & Middleton
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1898 by Heath & Middleton, this handsome, Victorian antique, sterling silver water jug, has a plain concave body and a wild boar tusk handle. The water ju...
Sterling Silver