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Industrial Sports Equipment and 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
Niels Larsen & Sons Suede Pommel Horse
By Niels Larsen
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A rare original early 20th century vaulting pommel horse in brown suede leather by Niels Larsen & Sons. The original suede has a wonderful, warm brown col...
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1930s English Vintage Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Motorcycle 1955 Paloma P 500 by Michel Humblot
Located in North York, ON
Vintage Paloma P 500 moped motorcycle from 1955, made in France by Michel Humblot. Original paint 49cc Lavalette engine. Not tested, Sold as is.
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1950s French Vintage Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Vintage Radior Motorcycle Post War, French
Located in North York, ON
Vintage Radior motorcycle Post War, French. In original condition with Nervor Type C Engine. Sold as is, for decorative purposes or restoration interested enthusiasts.     
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1950s French Vintage Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Giant Champion Cricket Bat, Trade Sign by N Cochrane
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Very rare extra large champion cricket bat by N Cochrane, Trade Sign This is an unusual piece it is in remarkably good condition, it is made in ash by the manufacturer to be used as an advertising piece...
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Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Ash

1930s Leather Medicine Ball, Nice Color and Patina
Located in Buffalo, NY
1930s leather medicine ball, nice color and patina.
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1930s American Vintage Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather

Large Gymnastics Leather Bench Table 1930s, Exclusive
Located in Wien, AT
This old tournament table from a Czech school sports hall was cut to a height of 58cm. The leather was cleaned and preserved. The wooden parts restored. T...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Lignum Vitae Bowling Ball Rack
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A three-row oak bowling ball rack comprised of twenty-seven (27) regulation sized antique lignum vitae; (heartwood) lathe turned bowling balls.
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Oak

Early 20th Century Pommel Horse
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A gymnastics pommel horse or buck on a cast-iron base with locking / movable handle and geared height adjustment, retaining original leather.
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Gymnastic Bench
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A leather covered gymnastics bench on splayed, leather-clad, ebonized pine legs with patinated cast iron feet.
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

Finely Made Vintage French Wooden Canoe by Seyler, L’hirondelle
Located in AMSTERDAM, NH
Vintage French wooden (sailing) canoe by Seyler, l’Hirondelle. The name of this boat is Pilou. Finely made French vintage wooden canoe by Seyle...
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1940s French Vintage Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Wood

Vintage Leather Markwort Boxing Gloves c.1950 (FREE SHIPPING)
Located in San Francisco, CA
About Original boxing gloves with reddish brown leather filled with horse hair. The leather is very soft and in good condition. Original label on each glove. Creator Markwort S...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Leather, Natural Fiber

Industrial sports equipment and memorabilia for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Industrial sports equipment and memorabilia for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage sports equipment and memorabilia created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, seating, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, animal skin and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Industrial sports equipment and memorabilia made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and Czech Republic pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original sports equipment and memorabilia, popular names associated with this style include Wilson Sporting Goods, Coca Cola Bottling Co., Fisher Scientific, and LeMaire Paris. 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 sports equipment and memorabilia differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $75 and tops out at $85,000 while the average work can sell for $1,575.

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