Industrial Chairs
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
Jean Prouvé Standard Chair
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Dronten, NL
The classic standard chair was originally designed by Jean Prouvé in 1934.
This beautiful example is made in walnut with a black enameled steel frame.
Marked with label.
Jean Prouvé...
Category
1930s French Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Brushed Aluminum #111 "Navy" Chairs by Emeco with Cushion
By Emeco
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of six brushed aluminum #111 "Navy" chairs by Emeco, circa 1990s. the set is very sturdy and functional and in very good vintage condition. The chairs come with black Naugahyde seat pads and measure 15.5"W x 19.5"D x 34"H with a seat height of 18". #3528
Originally designed for use on WWII...
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Jean Prouvé Standard Chair Limited RAW Steel and Natural Oak by Vitra
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Dronten, NL
The classic standard chair was originally designed by Jean Prouvé in 1934.
This is the desirable Vitra limited RAW edition, in natural oak with a clear lacquered steel (metal brut) f...
Category
1930s French Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
1940s Aircraft Airplane Seat Aluminum and Leather Genuine Aviation Chair
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1940s Industrial Aviation Aircraft Genuine Seat Vintage Aviator Aluminum & Leather Airplane Chair
Unmarked. Unpolished.
32.25 tall x 17.25 w x 22.5 d Seat 16.75 h
Wear consistent wit...
Category
1940s American Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage 3-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This three-seat cinema bench was produced by Thonet in former Czechoslovakia during the 1930s-1950s. The chairs are stable and can be placed anywhere. It is completely made of wood (...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Vintage Cinema Chair from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This folding cinema chair was produced by Thonet in former Czechoslovakia during the 1930s-1950s. The chair is stable and can be placed anywhere. It is completely made of wood (partl...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Set Of 2 Pagwood Eromes Chairs
Located in Bunnik, NL
Vintage chairs from the 60's. Pagholz (pagwood) it's the combination of wood and resin made with the extreme pressure power. The result is the material of beauty of wood, in this cas...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood
Vintage Two-Seat Cinema Bench from Thonet, 1950s
By Thonet
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This two-seat cinema bench was produced by Thonet in former Czechoslovakia during the 1930s-1950s. The chairs are stable and can be placed anywhere. It is completely made of wood (pa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
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...
Category
1950s Belgian 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...
Category
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...
Category
1950s American Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
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 ...
Category
1950s French Vintage 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...
Category
2010s French Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Toledo Style Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bentwood seat on sturdy metal frame in the Toledo style.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
Category
1960s Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
Dutch Industrial Design Prouve Style School Chairs S21 Compas Galvanitas
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Nice 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.
Wha...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
Vintage Industrial Metal Rocker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous vintage metal rocker features a mesh seat and back, all stripped down and restored to a bare metal style finish.
(Please confirm item location...
Category
20th Century Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
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).
Category
20th Century Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
French 1930s University Chair
Located in Mjöhult, SE
French university chair with one armrest for taking notes. Great patina and shape. Ca 1930s France.
Category
Early 20th Century French Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Modern Industrial Iron Rocker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unusual vintage modern iron rocker features red upholstered cushions.
Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
Category
1960s Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Chippensteeel 1.0 Chair by Zieta Prozessdesign, Stainless Steel Inox Version
By Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
Chippensteeel 1.0 chair by Zieta, stainless steel (inox)
Limited Edition (50 pcs.)
Measures: 78 x 41 x 60 cm.
“Chippensteeel 1.0” stainless steel version is a chair designed by Zie...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Industrial Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
1950s Industrial Aluminum Crane or Airplane Hoist Canopy Chair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Great conversation piece this custom made circa 1950s hoist chair.
Via crane, hoist or helicopter... this chair was meant
to get one individual, and their gear, up or down or in a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Single Bistro Style Folding Chair
Located in Peekskill, NY
It is difficult to bind a folding chair with any style. With the rolled iron and ball feet his ichair has a unique and light Bistro look to it. We only have the one chair but sometim...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Industrial Bench Made "Westport" Style Factory Task Chairs, 1930s
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual handmade factory task chairs, late 1920s, early 1930s. Retain original gray painted surface. Wonderful patina. Nice design.
Category
1930s American Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood
Pittsburgh Range Company Blue and Aluminium Side Chair
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Cool and rare find. Great accent or conversation.
Category
1930s American Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
Industrial Work Stool By Ama, circa 1930s
By Ama Elastik
Located in Gloucester, GB
Industrial work stool by Ama, circa 1930s
- Ply seat
- Sprung steel back rest
- Designed by Albert Menger
- Produced by Ama, Nordhalben
- German, 1930s
- Measures: 39cm wide ...
Category
1930s German Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Beech
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...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
Chippensteeel 0.5 Chair by Zieta, Polished Stainless Steel
By Zieta
Located in Paris, IDF
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Industrial Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Industrial Dental Chair
Located in Buffalo, NY
Turn of the century adjustable metal dental chair. Sophisticated, sleek modernist design. Complete with head rest, pads, reclining.
Category
20th Century American Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal, Iron
Antique Folding Children's Buggy Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique, children's chair for a buggy or early automobile features a cast iron frame with folding vinyl seat and back. All original patina.
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Ron Arad Chair
By Ron Arad
Located in NYC, NY
'Horns' chair by Ron Arad
1985-1989
Measures: 108.2 x 50 x 48.5 cm (42 5/8 x 19 5/8 x 19 1/8 in.)
Aluminium, stainless steel.
Category
1980s English Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
1960s, Fana Metaal Schiedam, Adjustable Swivel Office Chair
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach,...
Category
1960s Dutch Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Industrial Piramid Stacking, School Chairs Galvanitas S22 Prouve Style
By Galvanitas
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Industrial Galvanitas S22 Compass / Pyramid School chairs from the 1960s.
The chair has a light gray coated metal frame, a plastic molded seat with closed shell in a red color.
This legs are very easy stack able on each other. In this way you create a fixed row of seats...
Category
1970s Dutch Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
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...
Category
20th Century Swedish Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
Icon Chair in Powder Coated Steel and Rope by Christopher Kreiling
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The ICON Chair will add an architectural moment to any room. From all angles the silhouette offers a different set of lines sculpting space and light. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
Set of Six Industrial Angle Steel and Wood Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Nice Industrial chairs in older, but not original, red paint finish, with weathered wood seats. Oddly, one chair is a but shorter than the rest (shorter chair...
Category
Early 1900s American Antique Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
Rustic Industrial Stackable School Side Chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, rustic, stackable, school side chairs that fit a multitude of uses feature brown and gray painted, tubular metal frames with bent plywood seats and backs, all with their ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
Pair of ‘as-new’ Emeco 111 Navy Chairs
By Emeco
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”.
Category
2010s American Industrial Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Early 20th Century Industrial Double Foldable Library Seat, Cast Iron, Bentwood
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This double foldable seat from the early 20th century features wooden elements made of bent plywood, likely hardwood such as birch. The wooden elements have been cleaned and refinish...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Hello There Desk Chair by Jeremy Harvey for Artifort, 1970s
By Artifort
Located in Barcelona, ES
Explore the fusion of industrial style and Italian modernism with this "Hello There" desk chair designed by Jeremy Harvey for Artifort, an iconic piece that captures the essence of 20th century design.
Made entirely of steel, this chair features a distinctive design with the words "Hello" and "There" artistically integrated into the backrest and seat. This feature not only adds a touch of bold style but also reflects the creativity and innovative approach of the era.
Artifort, known for its commitment to avant-garde design and quality craftsmanship, leaves its attribution mark discreetly under the seat, ensuring its authenticity and historical value. From Italy, this icon of modernist design has earned a place in furniture history for its unique combination of functionality and aesthetics.
Over the years, the chair has developed a natural patina that complements its age and significant use. In some areas, the glossy paint has begun to peel at the edges, revealing its history and adding authentic vintage charm.
Ideal for collectors and design aficionados, this Artifort desk chair...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
Vintage Two-Seat Cinema Bench from TON, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This two-seat cinema bench was produced by Ton (former Thonet) in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The chairs are stable and can be placed anywhere. It is completely made of w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Set of 4 industrial Resort Chairs by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel, 1960s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
the comfortable office.dutch designer friso kramer presented an impressive range of modern furniture in the 50’s. you may know the „revolt“ and „result“ series – and this is the more...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
Friso Kramer Result chairs in teak Ahrend de Cirkel The Netherlands 1958
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Very nice large set of twelve 1st edition “Result” dining chairs designed by Friso Kramer for Ahrend de Cirkel, The Netherlands 1958. These chairs have an original light grey lacquer...
Category
1950s Dutch Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century Industrial Double Foldable Library Seat, Cast Iron, Bentwood
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This double foldable seat from the early 20th century features wooden elements made of bent plywood, likely hardwood such as birch. The wooden elements have been cleaned and refinish...
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Aluminum and Maple Chairs by Shaw Walker
By Shaw Walker
Located in Dorchester, MA
This classic industrial side chair and accompanying armchair were produced by Shaw Walker in the late 1940s. Both feature curved brushed aluminum frames with slat backrests and front...
Category
1940s American Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
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 ...
Category
1940s American Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Wood
Industrial Folding Kids Chair, 1930s
Located in Rīga, LV
Wabi Sabi metal folding chair with red-painted metal frame and green-painted wooden details. Beautiful patina.
Additional information:
Place of origin...
Category
20th Century Dutch Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
19th century American decorative cast iron dentist chair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century American decorative cast iron dentist chair, circa 1890.
Here we present a rare American cast iron dentist chair circa 1890. We have had this restored at great expense...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Kartell Chair Model 4875 by Carlo Bartoli - Glossy White - Italy, 1970s
By Carlo Bartoli, Kartell
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Model 4875 chair is the first chair in the world made of injection – molded polypropylene. Carlo Bartoli designed it in 1970, Kartell started production in 1974 and the chair was a h...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Ynske Kooistra Chair For Marko Holland Netherlands From The 60s
By Ynske Kooistra, Marko
Located in Bunnik, NL
Chairs designed by Ynske Kooistra for Marko Holland for Dutch schools in the 1960s. Those chairs have very stable structure and elements that are resistant to destruction. The arrang...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
Kartell 4870 Anna Castelli Award-Winning Stackable Chairs, 1980s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Beautiful award-winning stackable chairs model 4870 designed by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell in 1986.
This beautiful model was recognized with the 'Compasso D'Oro' 1987 award...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Plastic
Set of six Italian Vintage Metal Chairs
Located in Encinitas, CA
These set of six chairs have been imported directly from Parma, the center of Italy, and have been crafted in the classic Industrial style, circa 1930.
Probably originally from a sc...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Industrial Chairs
Materials
Metal
Studio Made Handcrafted Solid WALNUT + Cast Iron Tractor Seat STOOL / CHAIR
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Exquisite custom handcrafted Tractor Seat Stool, signed. Handcrafted from solid walnut and a cast iron tractor seat. This one of a kind chair is superbly crafted and the tractor seat...
Category
1970s Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Vintage Workshop Chair, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage industrial chair made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. The construction is made of chrome plated iron and the seat and backrest are made of plywood. The weight of the chair is 5...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Blue Industrial Iron Chairs, Set of 2, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Vintage Industrial iron chair
- Made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s
- The weight of the chair is 4 kg.
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Height adjustable Industrial Working Sewing Chairs from Singer, England 1940
By Singer
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A pair of rare and well preserved Singer sewing machine work chairs, England circa 1940.
Cast iron leg, sprung and height adjustable backrests, height adjustable seats, all feet marked with Singer.
Adustable Height from 75,5 cm to 87 cm, seat height from 43 - 55 cm.
Singer The Corporation is an American...
Category
1940s English Vintage Industrial Chairs
Materials
Iron
Rare Piet Hein Eek "Champagne Chairs"
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare chairs specially made by Piet Hein Eek in a very small quantity for a champagne bar in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The original fabric is still in w...
Category
1990s Dutch Industrial Chairs
Materials
Steel
DV Chair
By Studio S II
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by a myriad of indulgent nights, this chair is meant to share the feeling and effect of “double vision,” the phenomenon of perceiving two images, usually overlapping, as one...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Chairs
Materials
Aluminum, Nickel
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 Zieta, Thonet, Alexander Diaz Andersson, and Galvanitas. 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 $1,450.
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