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Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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
Period: 19th Century
Industrial 98 Drawer Revolving Hardware Cabinet
By National Store Fixture Co.
Located in Garnerville, NY
Circa Late Victorian era 98 drawer revolving hardware store cabinet. The spinning octagonal top holds 80 wedge shaped drawers with white porcela...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel

Antique Industrial Chest of Drawers in Metal and Chunky Wood Top, circa 1900
Located in New York City, NY
Antique Industrial Metal Chest of Drawers with Chunky Wood Top, circa 1900.
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19th Century American Antique Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Vintage Czech Industrial Workbench
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and wooden chest of drawers from 20th century central Europe. Matured, yet compellingly spry, this industrious set of drawers radiates a charming and tidy sensibility. Compos...
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19th Century European Antique Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

19th Century Workshop Cabinet with 14 Drawers
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Antique drawer cabinet from an old workshop! This cabinet has built an incredible patina through years of use.
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century Architectural Plan, Collector's Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century architectural plan, collector's cabinet features multiple shallow drawers perfect for keeping a large inventory of blueprints and sketc...
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1890s French Antique Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Victorian Mahogany 5-Drawer Pharmacy Chest of Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Victorian mahogany 5-drawer pharmacy chest of drawers This is an unusual piece of Victorian furniture it is a tall chest of 5 deep graduated drawers,...
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Late 19th Century Antique Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

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Industrial commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Industrial commodes and chests of drawers 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 commodes and chests of drawers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, brass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Industrial commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are Europe, Belgium, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 commodes and chests of drawers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,571 and tops out at $1,664 while the average work can sell for $1,617.

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