Industrial Historical Memorabilia
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
1940's WW2 Carl Zeiss BLC Flak 12x60 Anti Aircraft Binoculars
By Carl Zeiss
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Carl Zeiss blc Flak 12 x 60 binoculars.
A beautiful set of WW2 binoculars in excellent condition made in Germany during World War 2. These were designed to be used in conjunction wi...
Category
1940s German Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Aluminum
Rare Singer Model 24 Chain Stitch Small Sewing Machine
By Singer
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a rare Singer Model 24 chain stitch small sewing machine. Its background is painted black and adorned with red and white foliages decal. A gold color ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Industrial Era Post Office Box Tower
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A tall narrow oak tower fitted with 14 boxes with metal plaques on the doors and monogram US, each with two combination locks for security and glass panels. Open backs for the postal...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Guhl & Harbeck Style Chain Stitch Hand Crank Sewing Machine
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Guhl & Harbeck style chainstitch hand crank sewing machine. The C shaped cast iron machine is painted black and its rectangular bas...
Category
20th Century German Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Art Deco Cast Iron Stagecoach Door Stop with Original Paint, 1930
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Great example of a western stagecoach in original paint. Colors are still vibrant. C1930 with precise castings. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.
Category
1930s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Enterprise Manufacturing Co. Large Cast Iron Coffee Grinder
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Enterprise Manufacturing Co. Large coffee grinder from Philadelphia, Pa. It is heavy and mainly made of cast iron and wood. A metal Eag...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
1880s Pennsylvania Railroad Company Flyer Steam Train Locomotive Bronze Bell PRR
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rings beautifully, and moves smoothly. Gifted from the Governor of Pennsylvania, David Lawerence to the Chancellor of the University of Pittsburgh...
Category
19th Century American Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron, Bronze
Vintage 1950s Tommy Gun Movie Prop Theatrical Toy Weapon
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Measures: L 32.5 x W 8 x Thk 6 in.
Category
1950s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Vintage Observation Binoculars by Toko, Japan, 20 X 120
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Japanese Ex-navy 20 x 120 binoculars.
A large pair of Japanese ex-navy observation binoculars mounted on a vintage adjustable wooden tripod. The WWI...
Category
1940s Japanese Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Aluminum
Old Large 5 Gallon Gas Station Oil Can Vintage Industrial Style Decoration Item
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Antique Petroliana find 5 gallon zinc galvanized metal gas and oil can. Condition shows some dents and dings present. Vintage patina with rusty finish. A great piece for your garage,...
Category
1930s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
20th Century WWII Style Anti-Aircraft Binoculars on Stand
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Industrial 20th WWII style naval anti-aircraft binoculars mounted to a large adjustable height tripod stand. Constructed from polished stainless steel, nickel, brass, aluminum, and e...
Category
20th Century Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel, Nickel
Berkel 330M Flywheel Prosciutto Slicer With Pedestal
By Berkel 2
Located in Mexico City, MX
An important Italian-made Berkel prosciutto slicer model 330M. The slicer has two parts: the pedestal with 4 castors and the machine itself.
The iconic flywheel mechanism helps the ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique Vintage Kodak Wooden Trimming Board by Eastman
Located in San Diego, CA
Antique vintage kodak wooden trimming board by Eastman. The wooden cutting surface measures 6 inches tall by 5 inches wide by 3/4 inches tall. Some of the original writing can be seen on the surface of the board and the ruler on the top is visible. This board was used for trimming photographs. Beautiful and interesting piece for your use or library decor...
Category
1940s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Underwood Vintage Manual Typewriter
By Underwood Universal
Located in Pasadena, TX
Underwood ” Vintage manual typewriter
The Underwood Typewriter Company was a manufacturer of typewriters headquartered in New Yor...
Category
1940s North American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Steel
1940s Vornado Vintage Electric Metal Table Fan Restored
By Vornado
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Large size Vornado vintage antique electric fan powerful performance
Art Deco era electric table desk top fan with modern industrial design.
One speed operation.
18.75 H x 16 W x 8...
Category
1940s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Stanley Antique Square Ruler Vintage Carpentry Tool in Rosewood & Brass
By Stanley
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For consideration: Antique tool square ruler carpentry measuring by Stanley.
Metal with brass and rosewood handle. Made in the USA.
Size: 9.5 W x 5.63 Tall x .63 Thick
Original an...
Category
1920s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Brass
Keuffel & Esser Co. Military Transit Surveyor Telescope
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Keuffel & Effer Co. military transit surveyor. It consists of a compass and a telescope. Inside the center of the compass is hallmarked Keuffel & Esser. Also over the front...
Category
20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Railway Signal Bell or Quirky Countertop Courtesy Bell
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Railway Signal Bell or Quirky Countertop Courtesy Bell
Dating from the late 19th century this is a Railway Brass Signal Bell.
This lovely period railway item is well made, and woul...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Brass
Canvas and Leather Postman U.S. Mail Delivery Bag
Located in Brooklyn, NY
U.S. postman, mailman "city collection" mail delivery bag features a well-worn canvas body with leather frame.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Leather, Canvas
Industrial Hand Truck
Located in Fulton, CA
Industrial workshop hand truck with original red painted oak. Punched into back plate "Boiler Shop". Period pulleys, chain and rope a bonus. Great use as a man cave, vintage auto or ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Antique Industrial Era Iron Book Press With Oak Stand
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A working iron book press mounted on an oak cabinet. The cabinet has one working drawer and a stationary tamboured door with a faux drawer panel. The cabinet with raised panel sides,...
Category
19th Century Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Antique Wooden Hat Block By W. Plant & Son, Manchester, England
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Made in two parts with a broad thick brim. Several marks including W. Plant & Son, Rochdale Road (location of plant from 1850 to 1947) Manchester, 6 Happ St. and numbers 27 and 25 (p...
Category
Early 20th Century English Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Wood
1940s Maple Conveyor Belt Room Screen
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Industrial 1940s conveyor belt room screen made up of wood slats with rounded ends. Entire screen connected with canvas and rivets. Stands up very easily...
Category
1940s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Maple
Vintage Wizard Husky Industrial Oscillating Fan
Located in San Carlos, CA
For Sale: Vintage "Wizard Husky" Oscillating Fan – Industrial Charm with a Rusty Edge!
Looking for a statement piece that exudes vintage industrial style? This cool, rusty "Wizard H...
Category
1960s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Vtg David White Instrument Co Surveying Equipment Plane Utility Level Oak Case
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage David White Instrument Co surveying equipment plane utility level in oak case. Has not been tested. Item features a
plane utility level, original oak case. Circa early to m...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Pulley for MD&S Co
By MD&S Co
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Industrial Cast Iron Pulleya An Industrial cast iron pulley with latch marked 'MD & S CO' 'PHILA. PA. U.S.A.'.
Manufactured by MD&S Co, USA, 1900s.
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Index Card File in Oak
Located in L'AMETLLA DE MAR, ES
rare Index Card File in Oak coming from a factory office in Barcelona with the original tag on the item
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Oak
1930s Moorman Farm Feeds Cast Iron Anatomical Pig Salesman Sample Figure
Located in Lancaster, PA
This rare cast iron pig was produced by the Moorman Manufacturing Company of Quincy, Illinois, as a traveling salesman’s sample in the 1930s. Designed to open on a central hinge, the...
Category
1930s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Store Window Display Glass Bottle Noilly Prat Vermouth Liquor
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Beautiful display bottle from Italy C1950. In very good condition with minimal wear, some label losses.
Great color.
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Glass, Paper
Vintage Central European Wooden Element
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden decoration created in 20th century central Europe. Crafted in an inherently minimal design, this unique element doesn’t fail to please the eye all the way around its structu...
Category
20th Century European Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Wood
Italian Trolley Mill Industrial Archeology
Located in bari, IT
Trolley from an old industrial cotton mill made with mixed timber dating back to the 1930s.
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Wood
Antique Vintage Kodak Glass Beaker
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage 1940s glass Kodak developer beaker. This amazing piece is minimal and cool, and features a large 32 ounce capacity for holding and measuring liquids. Used primarily in dark rooms for photo developer solution, this beaker would be a great gift for that avid photographer, or use as a very unique flower vase...
Category
1940s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Glass
2 Large 17th century forged iron keys
Located in Bilzen, BE
2 Forged iron keys from the 17th century
Uncleaned condition, old patina
Length 13 and 15.5 cm, width 3.8 and 4 cm
Category
17th Century Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Guhl & Harbeck Style Chain Stitch Hand Crank Sewing Machine
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Guhl & Harbeck style chainstitch hand crank sewing machine. The C shaped cast iron machine is painted black and its rectangular bas...
Category
20th Century German Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Antique Industrial Cast Bronze Bolt with Nut from Brooklyn Bridge*
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Industrial 8- Inch Cast Bronze Bolt with Nut from Brooklyn Bridge*
USA, Circa 1880-1883
This antique industrial cast bronze bolt with a nut,...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Bronze
Antique Cast Iron Elgin National Coffee Mill Grinder #40
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Cast Iron Elgin National Coffee Mill Grinder #40
This antique Elgin National coffee grinder has an American Bald Eagle and crest logo. Decorate you coffee shop, cafe, restau...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Antique Atlantic City Souvenir Penny Game from Boardwalk Empire
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Historical artifact once used in the HBO series Boardwalk Empire. Maple cabinet with brass plaques and painted iron mechanism. Costing two quarters and a penny to play. Not tested ...
Category
20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Mounted Turnstile “To The Fun House” from Coney Island, New York
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rare and Historical Industrial Era Mounted Turnstile from the Fun House at Coney Island, New York, featuring original painted finishes mounted on wood plinth with label reading, “T...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Steel
Historical Presentation Table Lamp Early Aeronautics Circa. 1916
Located in Fulton, CA
A one-of-a-kind important and historical aeronautical achievement presentation in the form of a lamp. Engraved on what appears to be a brass mortar shell. Presented by the Japanese government to Arthur Smith in 1916. Arthur Smith was a famous American airplane pilot during the early 20th century.
Measures 28.5 inches to top of finial.
This lamp was presented by the Japanese government to Arthur Smith in 1916. Aerial exhibitionist Art Smith barnstorming Japan in 1916, 1917. A 10 year old, Honda Mamamatsucho, pedaling a borrowed bicycle over 10 miles to witness the event. Honda would later cite the experience as one of the most impressive things he"d ever seen which cemented his interest in mechanical objects and motorized vehicles that years later led to the creation of the eponymous company bearing his name.
SOURCE: HONDA MOTOR COMPANY
ARTHUR R. SMITH 1890-1926
Was Fort Wayne Indiana's "Bird Boy." He was a pioneer of aviation, a creative thinker, and a hard worker whose self-confidence and faith brought the thrill of flight to legions of people across the U.S. and Japan.
Just two years after the Wright Brothers flight at Kitty Hawk...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Brass
Vintage Speed Limit 20 Large Steel Traffic Sign
Located in Topeka, KS
Fun Speed Limit 20 vintage steel traffic sign. It is large and in awesome vintage condition with just the right amount of age and use patina. Please see ph...
Category
20th Century North American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Steel
Industrial Design large Pulley, Cable Pull with Hook, 1950s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Old large Pulley with Hook Industrial Design - 1950/60s
The old pulley (cable pull) in industrial design is an impressive piece of the past times. It combines the charm and sturdiness of the past industrial era.
This iron pulley...
Category
1950s European Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Industrial Design large Pulley, Cable Pull by Lyon Lilienfeld, 1950s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Old large Pulley Industrial Design - 1950/60s
The old pulley (cable pull) in industrial design is an impressive piece of the past times. It combines the charm and sturdiness of the past industrial era.
This iron pulley...
Category
1950s European Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Maw and Sons 19th Century Cast Iron Tincture Press
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Maw and Sons 19th Century Cast Iron Tincture Press
This press dates from the 19th Century
The Tincture press was used for making extracts of herbs, vegetables or fruit in a ho...
Category
1880s Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Vintage Metal Parking Lot Number Signs
Located in Topeka, KS
We are offering here 23 vintage metal parking lot number signs. They are in differing degrees of condition and patina but all wonderful. We have priced the...
Category
20th Century Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Right Lane Must Turn Right Large Steel Traffic Sign
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage steel Right Lane Must Turn Right traffic sign. This is a large sign and is in fabulous vintage condition with just the right amount of age...
Category
20th Century North American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Steel
Antique Cleveland Twist Drill Co #13 Set Bit Stock Metal Tools + Wood Case 1910
By Stanley
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration:
Antique Cleveland Twist Drill Co. No 13 Set Bit Stock Drill Metal Tools Wood Case 1910
Antique Wood Case with Metal Too...
Category
1910s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Cabine téléphonique insonorisé PIL en plastique rouge Francaise 1980
Located in London, England
Cabine Téléphonique insonorisée à accrocher datant des années 1980 .
Elle est d'un rouge éclatant, parfaite pour une décoration pour un loft ou bien commerce.
Quelques rayures sur le...
Category
1980s European Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Plastic
French Commercial Coffee Bean Dispenser (4 available- Sold EACH)
Located in Dallas, TX
Commercial Coffee Bean Dispenser (4 available- Sold EACH), is a testament to the ingenuity of our ancestors, with an interesting dispenser with integral funnel that allows one to dis...
Category
Early 20th Century French Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Tin
Large Historical Brighton Beach New York Railroad Bridge Photo
By Acme Photo
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A large original vintage historical builders photo of the Brighton Beach railroad bridge at Neptune Ave. Hand lettering on the mat are the names of the ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
Antique Rendering of a Photo of Yale Locks-Hardware, Stamford Connecticut
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique circa 1897 rendering of an Aerial photograph view of the huge complex of the manufacturing company formerly residing in Stamford, Connecticut.
Image measures 18 3/4 x 34 1/4...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Wood
Vintage Do Not Pass Metal Traffic Signs
Located in Topeka, KS
Cool vintage “Do Not Pass” metal traffic signs. We have two offered and have priced them individually. These are in wonderful vintage condition mad...
Category
20th Century North American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Aluminum
Architectural Gold Leaf Sign Letters "T" and "O" Large Scale
Located in Fulton, CA
Two vintage sign letters, "T" and "O". Cast metal with gold leaf finish. Nice patina to finish.
"T" Measures:
11 inches wide.
18" high.
1.25 inches deep.
"O" Measures:
18 inches w...
Category
20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Architectural Gold Leaf Sign Letter "W" Large-Scale
Located in Fulton, CA
A large-Scale gold leaf sign letter measuring 46.75 inches wide. Made of cast metal with gold leaf finish. Nice patina.
46.75 inches wide.
20.25 inches high.
1.75 inches deep.
Category
20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Early Century Hollywood Mansion Home Movie Screen Director Cinema Prop Curiosity
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Very large roll-up movie screen in a box.
Overall W 75 x D 12.5 x H 57.5 in.
Screen W 68 x H 53 in.
Category
1920s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Metal
Historic Early Race Car Photo
Located in Ferndale, MI
Barney Oldfield photo by Howe and Arthur.
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Paper
1950s Gates Vulco Belts Vintage Painted Tin Sign or Sales Display Ratrod Garage
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Heavily Oxidized Painted Metal Sign, Faded Graphics, but a nice even fade. It is very tall for Wall Hanging Display or Leaning against a wall, at 55.75 inches high. Structurally th...
Category
1950s American Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Steel
Dressmaker’s Hem Height Skirt Marker Beech Skirt Marker
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Dressmaker’s Hem Height Skirt Marker
Beech Skirt Marker for measuring the height of a skirt from the floor up . This would have been used in a shop to make alterations to the length...
Category
1930s Vintage Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Beech
British Rail Railway Speed Restriction Sign 45 MPH Original and very tall
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
British Rail Railway Speed Restriction Sign 45 MPH
Original and very tall, the sign is in good condition the paint has been restored in recent times
Overall height 115” (293cm), the...
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Iron
Industrial historical memorabilia for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Industrial historical memorabilia 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 historical memorabilia created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, wall decorations, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Industrial historical memorabilia 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 historical memorabilia, popular names associated with this style include Harley Davidson, Coca Cola Bottling Co., Dypout, and Enterprise Manufacturing Company. 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 historical memorabilia differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $95 and tops out at $26,634 while the average work can sell for $592.