Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
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
Rare Vintage Luciline Fuel Cans and Advertising Crate Dating from the 1900s
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Rare Vintage Luciline Fuel Cans and Advertising Crate
Dating from the 1900s, this original Luciline Crate would have held 10 Fuel Cans, we have 8 complete and one with the screw to...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Pine
Vintage Glazed Porcelain Factory Rubber Glove Molds, c.1992
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
Several sizes available.
Original vintage glazed porcelain factory rubber glove molds. Each is stamped with the size and exact dates of manufacture. These pieces have ret...
Category
Late 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Glazed Porcelain Factory Rubber Glove Molds, C.1990
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
Several sizes available.
Original vintage glazed porcelain factory rubber glove molds. Each is stamped with the size and exact dates of manufacture. These pieces have re...
Category
Late 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Porcelain
West German Glazed Porcelain Factory Rubber Glove Molds, c.1987
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
Price is per piece.
Original West German glazed porcelain factory rubber glove molds with textured fingers. Each is stamped with the size and dates of manufacture. These ...
Category
Late 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Porcelain
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Patinated Curling Stone from USA, 1900s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An unusual and finely patinated curling stone with a bronze handle and iron body.
Category
Early 20th Century Scottish Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze, Iron
Iron and Woven Rush Pilot or Passenger Seat from a circa 1920s Aircraft
Located in Chicago, IL
This pilot's or passenger's seat from a circa 1920s airplane is an excellent example of early 20th century industrial design. The frame is made from rod iron, and the seat and back are woven rush. The rear of the seat back has a cleverly integrated map pocket of the same woven material. The legs bend at the bottom to form feet, which have holes to allow them to be secured to the floor of the aircraft. The design is an elegant and functional solution to the specific needs of light weight plus strength.
We purchased this piece from the estate of a collector of aviation related items. It was only identified as an airplane chair...
Category
1920s Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Pharmacy Child Measure Stand, Pitch Pine Measuring Stick or Somastometre
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Pharmacy Child Measure Stand, Pitch Pine Measuring Stick or Somastometre
Once these along with scales were common place in Doctors Surgeries, Chemist ...
Category
1890s Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Beech
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Small Antique Bronze Brass Opening Porthole with Deadlight
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Small antique bronze brass opening porthole with deadlight
The porthole is in good condition, apart from the glass which is original and scratc...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
20th Century Czech Wooden Industrial Element
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th-century wooden foundry mold, repurposed as a captivating decorative piece, stands as a testament to the fusion of industrial history and artistic charm. Crafted from solid ...
Category
20th Century Czech Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Glass
Early 20th Century Leather Boxing Speed Ball, Wall Mounted
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Leather Boxing Wall Mounted Speed Punching Bag
Wonderful vintage speed bag for the boxing enthusiast. The punching bag in vintage leather with our addit...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Vintage WESCO Oil Can
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Vintage Metal Oil Can.
An automotive oil can made by Wesco, Birmingham. A fantastic piece of vintage motoring ephemera, the perfect gift for the motoring enthusiast. Who would have t...
Category
Early 20th Century British Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
20th Century French Glass Case Scale
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century French scale encased in glass is a functional and decorative piece that reflects a blend of craftsmanship and practical design. The scale is housed within a black w...
Category
20th Century French Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Glass, Wood
Vintage Chocolate Brown Metal Tool or Tackle Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage chocolate brown metal tool box with green interior, handle and stacking trays. In original condition with visible wear, including enameled los...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Antique Brass Plumber's Blowtorch c.1900, Made in England
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An antique brass Heathware No: 66 English plumber's blowtorch with a Bakelite handle. Original sticker.
Shown with life size hand model for scale.
CREATOR Heathware Pr...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Salter's spring balance weighing scales
By George Salter & Co. Ltd
Located in London, GB
A Salter's improved spring balance by George Salter & Co.
To weight: 100 lbs.
George Salter & Co.:
Established in 1760 by Richard and William Salter, spring makers, began making ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vest Pocket Hawkeye Folding Camera c.1924-1935
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
The Vest Pocket Hawkeye Model B folding camera with a leather wrapped body and chrome accents.
Shown with life size hand.
CREATOR Eastman Kodak Co.
DATE OF MANUFACTU...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Industrial Flameproof Edison Tube Light - Aquamarine Green
By Daeyang
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed vintage Industrial Korean flameproof striplight made by Daeyang in the 1970's painted aquamarine green. Original item salvaged from supertankers and military vessels where ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Korean Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Heavy Wall Glass T Junction Tube for Pyrex, 1930s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A sculptural junction tube fashioned of laboratory-grade Pyrex glass.
Category
1930s American Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze
French 19th Century Iron Pharmaceutical Corker
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An interesting part of 19th century history is brought back to life with this rare French cast iron pharmaceutical bottle corker circa 1870. We a...
Category
19th Century French Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Surveyor's Poles/Logging Measuring Stick c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
Two remaining. The 168" and 144" have sold.
Original surveyor's pole and one logging measuring stick. The other wider all wood yellow surveyor pole is fixed. The logging meas...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Vintage Gymnastic Horse in Leather with Springboard, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in Żory, PL
This vintage leather gymnastics horse was manufactured in Poland in the 1960s. The set also includes a springboard. Please send us a message with your postcode to provide an accurat...
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
Vintage Leather Gymnastics Stool 1930s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This gymnastics stool, originally a pommel horse, was produced in Czechoslovakia in the 1930s. It has been shortened to a height of 51 cm, making it usable as a bench.
The piece is ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Animal Skin, Wood
1920s Distressed Leather Soccer Medicine Ball
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
Vintage Medicine Ball Patinated Leather
Interior filled with vintage newspaper clippings.
Original unrestored condition vintage patina.
Shows wear and age. Previous...
Category
1920s American Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather
Machine Age Industrial Wooden Foundry Mold for a Chrome Car Grill, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Architectural wooden foundry mold for the industrial car industry in the 50s, now a decorative machine age object for a modern interior.
Foundry molds and patterns are wooden tools,...
Category
1950s French Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
Late Century Copper, Brass and Glass Edison Steampunk Industrial Table Lamp
By Wiska
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
1970s explosion proof passage way light reclaimed from a super tanker modified to function as a table or desk lamp.
The light itself is made from copper and brass and has a temper...
Category
1970s German Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Copper
Antique Iron Worker Hand Forged Vintage Tools Set of 9
Located in Chula Vista, CA
collection handmade Iron Blacksmithing Tools- Set of 9 Antique Iron Worker Tools
forging metal
circa early 1900s
tool total 9
25 the longest x 3...
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron, Metal
Pair of English Vintage Wood and Leather Handmade Cobbler's Shoe Lasts
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage pair of English wood and leather cobbler's shoe lasts from the 20th century, numbered on the side. Handmade out of wood and used to create shoes for certain clients, this pair of shoe lasts is numbered on the side. Presenting a nicely weathered appearance revealing its age and use, this pair of vintage shoe lasts...
Category
20th Century English Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Leather, Wood
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Glass, Paper
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
19th c. Varville & Son Plow Plane c.1870-1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Solid wood carpenter's wood plane with steel and bronze accents. Stamped on both sides.
CREATOR Varville & Son, York, UK.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1870-1900.
MATE...
Category
19th Century Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze, Steel
German Anatomical Muscular Bust Model
Located in Brooklyn, NY
German, anatomical, plaster model of a cross-section of a bust, depicting the muscular and circulatory systems.
Category
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Plaster
Handley Page Victor Cold War V-Bomber scale model
Located in London, GB
A 1-30 scale model of a RAF Handley Page Victor V-Bomber.
The Handley Page Victor is a British jet-powered strategic bomber, developed and produced by the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Tin Litho Windup Toy by Louis Marx "Jumpin Jeep" C 1950
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous colorful and full of unpredictable moves when fully wound. Louis Marx toy company was prolific during the mid century era producing a full array of tin windups. In excellent...
Category
1950s American Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Tin
Vintage Goodell-Pratt Brass and Wood Level c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
A vintage level with two bubbles, large brass label and brass accents.
CREATOR Goodell-Pratt Company, Mass.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1930-1940.
MATERIALS AND TECHN...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
Silvered Fire Suit
Located in Peekskill, NY
I'm guessing that this industrial safety garment dates to the mid 20th century. We had a custom made museum quality display stand created for this item and it just comes alive. This ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Canvas
Late Century Japanese Cast Brass Industrial Explosion Proof Edison Table Lamp
By Kokosha
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Explosion proof cast brass desk lamp with braided cable and red glow switch.
Retro-fitted with a red glow switch, UK plug and vintage Edison filament...
Category
1980s Japanese Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Bronze, Brass
Bronze Porthole With Mesh Screen #1
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Industrial Age Bronze Porthole With good weight, glass cover with screen and working hatch dogs. There are two accompanying bronze bolts. The Bronze has a great age patina and fine N...
Category
20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Midcentury Tin Litho Toy Car by Bandai Japan 1959 Cadillac 4 Door Sedan
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Blast from the past! 1959;Cadillac sedan de ville in gold paint with tin litho interior. Has a dent in the hood and plastic windshields need to be installed. See pics. Shows wear, fr...
Category
1950s Japanese Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Super Rare 1880s Spoon Top Conformatore
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a wonderful example of 1800s inventiveness. We believe this is American made and ie signed and dated 1888. This is only the second example we have ever found. We will only se...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
Vintage Industrial Foundry Wooden Block Mold Architectural Valcor Engine - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Industrial Foundry Large Wooden Block Mold Architectural Salvage from Valcor Engine Corp - a Pair. Approx 30 lbs each. Great to use as unique decorative objects or convert fo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Brass
19th Carpentry Molding Plane with Steel Blade
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Antique wooden carpentry plane with steel blade used to make trim and moldings. Stamped "E. Avery' on the side. Shown with life size hand mold for scale.
CREATOR Unknown...
Category
19th Century Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Walnut
Lufthansa Boeing 747 Scale Model by Verkuyl of Holland
Located in London, GB
A scale model of a Lufthansa Boeing 747 - 100 by Verkuyl of Holland.
1/100 scale.
Made by Matthys M Verkuyl, Badhoevedorp, Holland. As marked to the u...
Category
Late 20th Century European Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
20th Century Set of Vintage Surgical Seams
Located in Barcelona, ES
20th century set of vintage surgical seams By unknown manufacturer, Spain. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. M...
Category
20th Century Spanish Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Glass
Exclusive Antique Armillary Sphere
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
An armillary sphere is a model of objects in the sky consisting of a spherical framework of rings, centred on the Earth or the Sun, that represent lin...
Category
Mid-19th Century European Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal
Set of Six Large 20th Century Dutch Wooden Industrial Machinery Foundry Moulds
Located in Haarlem, NL
Set of six large bright red wooden parts in different shapes.
Carved out to create negative space to be used for the casting of metal. The forms that these pieces make in the mold...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Wood
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.
Category
1950s French Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage Gymnastic Pommel Horse in Leather
Located in Żory, PL
This vintage leather gymnastics horse was manufactured in Poland by a sports equipment factory in Warsaw. It has a manufacturer's plate underneath an...
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
19th c. Carpenter's Molding Wood Plane
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Antique wooden carpentry plane used to make trim and moldings.Shown with life size hand mold for scale.
CREATOR Unknown.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1850-1920.
MATERI...
Category
19th Century Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Walnut
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 Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Steel
Vintage Czech Leather Gymnastics Bench Pommel Horse wooden Handels Top 1930s
Located in Wien, AT
Pommel horse from former Czechoslovakia from the 1930s with beautiful patina, shortened to bench height 50cm and very good vintage condition. Completely restored. The iron feet are p...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Iron
Vintage Shell Motor Spirit Petrol Can with Bronze Screw Top Lid c.1940
By Shell Oil
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
Vintage Shell Motor Spirit petrol can with bronze screw top lid and original red paint.
CREATOR Shell-Mex BPL, London, U.K.
DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940.
MATERIALS...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Industrial collectibles and curiosities for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Industrial collectibles and curiosities 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 collectibles and curiosities created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with chrome, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Industrial collectibles and curiosities made in a specific country, there are Europe, and Italy pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original collectibles and curiosities, popular names associated with this style include Harley Davidson, and Lisa Licitri Ponti. 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 collectibles and curiosities differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $55 and tops out at $85,000 while the average work can sell for $839.