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Industrial Chairs

Industrial Style
Industrial Style

Industrial-style furniture has 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 furnishings 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. Patina is the keynote to a decor in sync with such surroundings. On 1stDibs you will find designs that wear their age beautifully — and were built to last.

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Style: Industrial
Chair 085 Manufactured by Federico Giner, 1970s, Black
By Federico Giner
Located in FERROL, ES
Metal Folding chair Model 085 manufactured by Federico Giner, 1970s. Lacquered in black. Has some wear marks. Measurements: 80 cm. high 40 cm. width 40 cm. background Seat 4...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Industrial Steel Swivel Chair, 1950s
Located in Żory, PL
This industrial steel chair was made in Czechoslovakia in the 1950s/1960s. The chair is swivel and has an adjustable seat height (43-60cm). Pre...
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

1940s US Army American Seating Company Wooden Folding Chair
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
circa 1940. We offer this beautiful folding chair made by American Seating Company, Grand Rapids Michigan. Fantastic utilitarian chair that cleverly fold down so you can store them ...
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1940s American Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Wood

Antony Chair by Virgil Abloh
Located in PARIS, FR
In 2019, Vitra, the Swiss furniture brand asked Virgil Abloh to envision what the home of the future might look like. In addition to curating a beautiful show, Abloh created three spin off products from the Vitra Archives. The Special Editon Antony Chair...
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2010s Swiss Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Jean Prouvé Standard Chair Black Edition
Located in Dronten, NL
The classic standard chair was originally designed by Jean Prouvé in 1934. This is the desirable Vitra limited all-black edition, in black stained oak and black enamel steel frame. ...
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1930s French Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Industrial Chairs, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Industrial chairs featuring a striking combination of red wooden seat and back, exuding a bold and vibrant aesthetic. The sturdy galvanised steel legs provide robust support, ensurin...
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Mid-20th Century European Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Chairs by Steelcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A minimal design made up of a chrome frame and brown vinyl seats allows these vintage chairs by Steelcase to be versatile in a range of settings. Made in the USA. Please confirm item...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Rustic Industrial Stackable School Side Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, school side chairs that fit a multitude of uses feature painted, tubular metal frames with bent plywood seats and backs, all with their original patina. The stackable chairs come in three slight variations and various wood tones but work well together. 45 chairs are available - 22 slimmer chairs, 23 wider chairs...
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Industrial Age High Back Swivel Medical Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Industrial age high back swivel medical chair Stainless Steel Construction Adjustable Seat Height: 20" +/- to 32" +/- "this is sure to be a point of discussion in any ...
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1970s American Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Willy Guhl Loop Chair Set of Six '6' Plus Table
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Set of six (6) Original Willy Guhl loop chairs with side table sold as a period-original set. The Loop Chair was created by the Swiss designer Willy...
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1950s Swiss Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Concrete

Handcrafted Chair Unique Prototype Mounted on Cylinder Solid Wood 1980s Unique
Located in Lyon, FR
French chair from the 80s made by unidentified craftsmen. This unique model (prototype) was designed with a structure entirely in solid wood and a system of jack that allows to adapt...
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1980s French Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Tolix Steel Chairs French c1950s Original Paint '1500' Available Both New Used
Located in Chicago, IL
Authentic set of (6) tolix steel stacking chairs circa 1950s made by hand in Europe, some with the Tolix sticker still on the back. The original paint is heavily distressed and does ...
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1950s French Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 French Tolix Heavy Distressed White Steel Chairs
Located in New York, NY
20th century French distressed steel chairs with white paint. Heavily rusted. Great for outdoors. Made by Tolix. Priced as a set. This can be seen at our 400 Gilligan St location in ...
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20th Century French Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Four Industrial Stools by Cosco
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage industrial metal set of four stools by Cosco, these seats would make a great addition to any home. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
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20th Century Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Brown Steel Folding Chair w Star Design Seat Qty Available
Located in New York, NY
Early to Mid-20th Century steel industrial folding chairs. Each chair features a perforated star deign on its seat. Minor chipping in the original brown finish. Small quantity availa...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Unique Industrial Brass and Walnut Lounge Chair w/ Gray Tweed Upholstery, USA
Located in Deland, FL
This extraordinary lounge chair is unlike any we've ever seen and is as comfortable as it is unique. Built of solid walnut with solid brass couplings this armchair is truly one of a ...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of ‘as-new’ Emeco 111 Navy Chairs
Located in Kennett Square, PA
Pair of gray Emeco Navy 111 chairs. Excellent condition, very light if any use. Measures: 15.5” W x 19.5” D x 34” H - seat height 18”.
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2010s American Industrial Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Industrial, Postmodern Leather & Metal Armchair, Patina, Organic, Static, 1990's
Located in Antwerp, BE
Industrial; armchair; Post-modern; leather; metal; Patina; 1990's Postmodern armchair with remarkable patina. The black painted metal structure has a very industrial feeling to it...
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1990s Belgian Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Industrial Vintage Marko Holland Chairs, The Netherlands, 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
A large set of Marko Holland chairs, The Netherlands 1960s Unique and comfy industrial vintage plywood school chairs consisting of 40 chairs, produced...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Plywood

Unusual 1950s Swedish Metal Picnic Seat with Small Pull Out Tray
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An unusual 1950s metal frame picnic seat with looped handles and small pull out tray. Understood to be of Swedish origin, this is a quirky decorative piece. The seat and back is made...
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Mid-20th Century British Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

MLX Series, Steel Chair 'SMLX' by Lucas Muñoz Muñoz
Located in Madrid, ES
The 'SMLX' (Silla Metalux) is part of the MXL Series. Lucas Muñoz Muñoz and his team have developed one of the first pieces to be included on the M-15 Proj...
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2010s Spanish Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 5 Mid Century Italian Industrial Desing Metal and Red Chairs
Located in Madrid, ES
Set of five chairs of Italian industrial design from the 1960s, chromed metal frame and upholstered in red faux leather.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Gunmetal Iron Plank Seat Bar Stool
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Byron finish bar stool, the shaped plank seat with bold brass bolts, on a gunmetal iron base. Dimensions: 18" W x 14.25" D x 31" H
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 Artisan Bar Stool w Backrest Natural Tan Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary stool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such as t...
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2010s Spanish Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 5 Artisanal Bar Stool w. Backrest Black Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary barstool belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such a...
Category

2010s Spanish Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 4 Artisanal Contemporary Chair Navy Blue Leather & Black Rubber Metal
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
The “Repose” contemporary armchair belongs to a collection that revisit the director chair collection, serene pieces where exclusivity and precision are shown in small details such a...
Category

2010s Spanish Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Genuine Brand New Tolix Stacking Steel Stools '19' Available Dining
Located in Chicago, IL
The Tolix steel stacking stools and steel stacking chairs were originally designed by Xavier Pauchard, better known as Mr. X. In the early 1900’s Xavier perfected a way of protecting sheet metal from rusting and by 1927 had set up a factory selling steel products. The now famous Tolix steel stacking stools and steel stacking chairs were not designed until the 30’s. 1956 was the year that Xavier finally perfected the fully stackable Tolix steel chairs, followed by the Tolix stacking steel stools. They had the ability to be able to stack (12) or more steel chairs and stools safely and that made the Tolix stacking stools and chairs an instant success. We stock the steel Tolix stacking stools (and chairs) in a myriad of colors and in (3) different heights, kitchen island and counter, dining tables and bars. All of the Tolix steel stacking stools and chairs have been stored in a warehouse, or used as showroom samples for many years. Virtually all will have some cosmetic flaws and are priced accordingly. Currently, we have over (1500) pieces of Tolix in stock, both vintage and showroom samples. This particular set of (4) turquoise stools...
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2010s French Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

One-Off Bench Stool or Seat in Polished Aluminum Industrial Hadid Style 90s
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
One-off bench stool or seat in polished aluminum industrial hadid style 90s. Purchased late 1990's at ICFF, New York, NY. Sturdy polished aircraft aluminum...
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

German Industrial Wood and Metal Adjustable Chair, 1930s
Located in MIlano, IT
Industrial wood and metal chair, 1930s. Industrial chair with backrest and adjustable seat in shaped plywood and frame in riveted steel and painted green at the base. 1930s. Goo...
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1930s German Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four "Champagne Chairs" by Piet Hein Eek
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare set of 4 chairs specially made by Piet Hein Eek in a very small quantity for a champagne bar in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The original fabric is ...
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1990s Dutch Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Original Vintage Industrial Scandinavian Hairdresser or Barber Chair from NIKE
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This antique barber chair was manufactured by the Swedish manufacture NIKE in 1927. The seat is swiveling and is raised with a double clutch and ...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

1950s Belgian Tubular Steel and Oak Chairs, Set of Four
Located in High Point, NC
Manufactured in Belgium circa 1950, this set of four metal chairs exude a Bauhaus air. Functional and stylish, they feature a metal tubular base that supports wooden seats and backre...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Two Mid-Century Steel Chairs, Indian Terrace / Garden Chairs, Kalisari
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Two beautiful and colourfull outdoor chairs. These chairs are a lust for the aye and perfect for every home, garden, bar of ... beachclub. These chairs just look magnificent in every...
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1960s Indian Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Antique American Industrial Gray Metal Drafting Stool Artist Work Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Industrial Gray Metal Drafting Stool Artist Work Chair. Item features adjustable height, black painted metal round seat, metal frame, distressed finish, very nice vi...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Warren McArthur Pull-Up Chairs, 1930's
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Warren McArthur pull-up chairs, 1930's Aluminum tubular frame with back-slats. Manufactured in Rome, New York Decal underside. We reupholstered with new Iron Cloth, a polye...
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1930s American Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Rowac Model XIII Swivel Desk Chair, Circa 1920s
Located in Gloucester, GB
- Steel frame with wooden seat and backrest - Height adjustable - Original brown paint - Branded "Rowac" on one leg - Original maker badge to the underside of the seat - Made by...
Category

1920s German Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of Six Rare Authentic French "Model A" Tolix Chairs in Original Blue Paint
Located in Woodbury, CT
This wonderful set of six Tolix Model A metal dining chairs is in excellent condition and features its original lovely dark blue paint with a bit of surface rusting. Originally designed in 1934 by the founder of Tolix, Xavier Pauchard, this chair became a huge hit with bistros in France because of its design and durability (it was the first furniture dipped in molten zinc to withstand rusting). The original Model A chair was modified in 1956 to improve the chairs’ stacking feature, and the original back slat design was changed from a flat panel to one with an embossed design. These chairs with their flat back panel pre-date 1956 and are much more rare than those with an embossed back. Such is the iconic status of the Model A chair that examples are on display in New York’s Museum of Modern Art and Paris’s Pompidou Centre. Model A chairs make an exceptional design statement but are also a good and very comfortable practical choice as dining chairs for regular use. Perfect around a rustic wooden dining table...
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Vintage Barber Chair, Animal Shaped, Seal, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Great vintage barber chair , animal shaped , 1940s. This old figural barber chair for children is made in the shape of a seal. The fiberglass s...
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Mid-20th Century European Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Industrial Adjustable Desk Chairs, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A pair of Industrial adjustable desk chairs with swivel function, Mid Century, Czechoslovakia. Wood and metal construction, very comfortabl...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Three Bistro Outdoor Chairs, France, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage industrial chairs. Tubular green metal frame with orange slatted seat accents. Great for cafe or outdoor seating. Dimensions: 42W x 80...
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1930s French Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Metal Factory Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Great set of four industrial style metal chairs. On the smaller side. The seat backs are not exactly identical. Could be used for indoor or outdoor seating. (Please confirm item lo...
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Matching Pair of Mid Century Industrial Modern Steel & Bent Wood Side Chairs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A funky matching pair of industrial side chairs circa 1950's. These feature painted steel frames with bent plywood seats. Overall good condition having some light scuffs. Nice warm v...
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1950s American Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Set of 5 Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Minimalist Black Wire Prototype Chair
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of five minimalist chairs was designed during the 1960s. It is probably a prototype made by a Swedish manufactory, and the chairs never entered mass production. They have a ...
Category

1960s Swedish Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Pair of Large Designer Thomas Bernstrand Honken Bla Station Armchairs
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally rare pair of Thomas Bernstrand and Lindau Borselius designed 2015/2016 Honken armchairs for station RRP €8,800 A very good looking and well made suite, they are an absolute masterpiece of contemporary design, the brown leather seat and back cushions are thick hide, lightly filled and do the job very well, the oak writing slope...
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20th Century Swedish Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Navy Chair by Emeco
Located in Meulebeke, BE
First built for use on submarines in 1944, the Navy Chair has been in continuous production ever since. This is a recent production in a very good condition.
Category

1940s North American Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Rare 1950 Industrial Factory Swivel Stool by Evertaut Musician Guitarist Stool
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A rare and highly unusual splayed factory stool from the 1950s, by Evertaut. Likely made as a special factory piece or exhibition piece. In excellent original condition, with lovely...
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Mid-20th Century British Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

Dutch Industrial Design Prouve Style School Chairs S21 Compas Galvanitas
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Large batch of original S21 stackable and switchable school chairs made by Galvanitas from the 60s - 70s in the style of the designs of Friso Kramer, Wim Rietveld and Jean Prouvé. W...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

St James Chair
Located in Vandoma, PT
The ST James collection incorporates glass and metel details in its furniture pieces that give them a sober and industrial look without compromising their ver...
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2010s Portuguese Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Mid-century Modern Italian Industrial Wood Side Chair, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This set of two chairs was made by an Italian manufacture during the 1960s. The frame is made of anodized aluminum. The seat and backrest are made of bent plywood. The furniture made...
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1960s Italian Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

French 1930s University Chair
Located in Helsingborg, SE
French university chair with one armrest for taking notes. Great patina and shape. Ca 1930s France.
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Industrial Steel Chairs
Located in New York City, NY
Pair of Vintage Industrial Slatted Chairs, France, c. 20th Century.
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20th Century French Industrial Chairs

Materials

Steel

1900s British Metal Chair with Wooden Seat and Back
Located in High Point, NC
A metal chair with wooden seat and back from the United Kingdom, produced circa 1900. A metal frame accent chair with four L-shaped, slightly angled legs connected by an x-shaped str...
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Early 1900s British Antique Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Chippensteeel 0.5 Chair by Zieta, Polished Stainless Steel
Located in Paris, FR
Chippensteeel 0.5 chair by Zieta, stainless steel (inox) Measures: 80 x 46 x 58 cm. “Chippensteeel 0.5” stainless steel version is a chair designed by Zieta Prozessdesign which...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Industrial Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Floral Patio Lounge Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
( 1 ) Mid-Century Modern outdoor lounge chair. Made out of sturdy wrought iron. This lounge chair features elegant scrollwork and floral de...
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20th Century Industrial Chairs

Materials

Wrought Iron

Industrial Workshop Chair, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This industrial height adjustable, rotating chair was made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s.It features an iron construction and a plywood sea...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs

Materials

Iron

Vintage Cinema Seat from Ton, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This cinema seat was produced by Ton (former Thonet) in Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. The chair is stabile and can be placed anywhere. It is completely ...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood, Plywood

10 x Dutch Industrial Design Prouve Style School Chairs S21 Compas Galvanitas
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Large batch of Original S21 stackable and switchable school chairs made by Galvanitas from the 60s - 70s in the style of the designs of Friso Kramer, Wim Rietveld and Jean Prouvé. W...
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1970s Dutch Vintage Industrial Chairs

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Metal

Pair of Toledo Style Stools
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Metal frame stools with bentwood seat and backs. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).  
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1960s Vintage Industrial Chairs

Materials

Metal

Industrial chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Industrial chairs 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 chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Industrial chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Galvanitas, Jover + Valls, Zieta, and Bentu Design. 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 chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $78 and tops out at $48,500 while the average work can sell for $1,288.

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