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Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

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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
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...
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1920s Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

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Iron

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,...
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1950s French Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Large European 1930 s Nautical Map Reader Magnifying Glass
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This European set of two nautical magnifying glass map-readers are quite unusual and rarely found. It is fully encased in it's heavy wooden and metal enforced box. Hailing from betwe...
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1930s German Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Vintage large pulley Yugoslavia 1970s Industrial Home Decor Retro Loft Steel
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Add a touch of vintage industrial charm to your space with this fantastic large vintage pulley from Yugoslavia, dating back to the 1970s. This piece of industrial history is perfect ...
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Mid-20th Century Slovenian Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

Cabine téléphonique insonorisé PIL en plastique rouge Francaise 1980
Located in London, England
Cette cabine téléphonique insonorisée à accrocher est un ajout fascinant pour ceux qui aspirent à un espace de calme. Son design accrocheur, avec sa couleur rouge brillante, est parf...
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1980s French Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plastic

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 ...
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum

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...
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19th Century French Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Antique Cleveland Twist Drill Co #13 Set Bit Stock Metal Tools + Wood Case 1910
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration: Antique Cleveland Twist Drill Co. No 13 Set Bit Stock Drill Metal Tools Wood Case 1910 Antique Wood Case with Metal Too...
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1910s American Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

1938 Pull Down Anatomy Chart, Denoyer-Geppert, Artist P.M. Lariviere
Located in Buffalo, NY
1938 pull down anatomy chart, Denoyer-Geppert. Artist P.M. Lariviere. KL3 circulatory system. Stunning image, screenprint on linen.
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1930s American Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Linen

Industrial Design large Pulley, Cable Pull with Hook, 1950s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Old large Pulley with Hook Industrial Design - 1950/60s The old pulley (cable pull) in industrial design is an impressive piece of the past times. It combines the charm and sturdiness of the past industrial era. This iron pulley...
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1950s European Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Large copper brass funnel
Located in London, GB
A large late 19th century copper and brass funnel. From Wiltshire County, England.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Copper

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1930s Moorman Farm Feeds Cast Iron Anatomical Pig Salesman Sample Figure
Located in Lancaster, PA
This rare cast iron pig was produced by the Moorman Manufacturing Company of Quincy, Illinois, as a traveling salesman’s sample in the 1930s. Designed to open on a central hinge, the...
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1930s American Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Collection of 12 Perspex Teaching Blocks Lenses
By Griffin George Ltd.
Located in London, GB
A collection of twelve Perspex teaching optical blocks and lenses. Various shapes, forms and blocks, convex and concave, a number are backed with a white film. Three have their...
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Mid-20th Century English Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Acrylic

Reclaimed 55 in. Cast Iron Boat Anchor
Located in New York, NY
Make a maritime statement with this early 20th Century oversized boat anchor, a captivating piece that brings nautical charm to your space. While it bears the marks of time in the fo...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

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,...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

Antique Brass Three Crown s Plumber s Blowtorch c.1900, Made in Sweden
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An antique solid brass plumber's blowtorch with a wooden handle. Stamped "The Swedish Lamp" and "Three Crowns Original Swedish". Shown with life size hand model for scale. ...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Foghorn in transit case by the Tokyo Siren Co. dated 1975.
Located in London, GB
A Japanese portable ship's foghorn in original case. By the Tokyo Siren Co. Circa 1975. Type: SH-180 The foghorn is hand cranked, and is in full working order, emittin a loud ton...
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Late 20th Century Japanese Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

19th Century German Anatomical Didactic Abdominal Pelvis Model attr. to Sommer
By Marcus Sommer
Located in London, GB
Antique Anatomical Model, Medical Antique, Anatomical Antique, Vintage Anatomical Model, Antique Cabinet of Curiosities, Gothic Antique, Anatomical Sculpture. Antique 19th Century G...
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Late 19th Century German Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plaster, Paint, Paper

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...
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19th Century Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Walnut

WWII era Military Dummy Training Cartridges c.1944
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A pair of heavy U.S. Navy Oak and steel dummy cartridges used as training rounds. Title and date of "1944" stamped on metal base. CREATOR U.S. Navy. DATE OF MANUFAC...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

1800s Cast Iron Farm Well Hand Pump with Handle Piston
Located in New York, NY
1800s farmhouse and Industrial style cast iron hand pump. Unknown working condition but great look. Sold as is. Please note, this item is located in our Scranton, PA location.
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19th Century American Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

Industrial Design large Pulley, Cable Pull by Lyon Lilienfeld, 1950s
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
Old large Pulley Industrial Design - 1950/60s The old pulley (cable pull) in industrial design is an impressive piece of the past times. It combines the charm and sturdiness of the past industrial era. This iron pulley...
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1950s European Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Early 20th century brass letter scales made in Czechoslovakia, circa 1910
Located in Central England, GB
This unusual set of postal letter scales has great eye appeal. They are made in brass with a complicated cantilevered balance movement. They are stamped for manufacture in Czechoslov...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Sailing ship s pulley fiddle block
Located in London, GB
An early 19th century Naval oak and elm fiddle pulley block, with two wood sheaves. Marked with Roman Numerals: XXVIIII For a similar fiddle block see the collection of: Chatham...
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Mid-18th Century English Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Oak

Large Wooden Factory Pattern for Casting Iron
Located in San Mateo, CA
Large wheel form foundry pattern made by Linkbelt. This has wear to the paint and the wood. The back side spokes are missing.
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

James T. Moore Memorial Band Hand Painted Parade Drum c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Large stressed vellum parade drum from the James T. Moore Memorial Band out of Philadelphia, PA. Hand painted with brass accents. The piece has retained its original finish an...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass

Antique Industrial Copper Pressure Vessel Apparatus
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1920s-1930s; (likely) L. Schuler & Co. - Chicago, IL Striking early industrial copper pressure vessel mounted on a black iron pipe frame. The cylindrical tank features riveted se...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Copper, Iron

19th c. Wooden Carpentry Moulding Plane c.1850-1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Antique wooden carpentry plane with iron blade used to make trim and moldings. Shown with life size hand mold for scale. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1850-...
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19th Century Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

1911, The Lady Claire Dress Form, Very Rare
Located in Peekskill, NY
I've had an example of this dress form in my personal collection. It's an amazing piece of engineering and one of my favorite items... something I decided to never sell it. The Lady Claire...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Iron

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...
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

19th c. Bronze, Rosewood and Ebony Try Squares c.1850-1890
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Collection of six 19th century try squares with bronze, Ebony, Rosewood, and steel handles. The Halsted & Ackerman is a rare combination square with a pop out bevel from the b...
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19th Century Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Steel

Antique Brass Plumber s Blowtorch c.1900, Made in Sweden
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An antique solid brass plumber's blowtorch with a perforated handle. Stamped "Primus Sweden". Shown with life size hand model for scale. CREATOR AB Bacho, Stockholm, S...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Metal

Phantom Dental Training Simulator on Custom Steel Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A phantom dental training simulator used in dental school with removable rubber shroud. Mounted on a custom steel stand. The aluminum jaws have a magnetic quick disconnect sys...
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Late 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Midcentury Japanese Tin Litho Toy Plymouth Valiant, circa 1962
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Japanese tin toy replica of a early 60s Plymouth Valiant sedan. Two tone paint with a tin Litho interior. These cars, 17, came from a lot of ...
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1960s Japanese Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Ship s Nautical Porthole Coffee Table or Side Table By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
An original ship's chrome porthole window converted to coffee table or side table. The keys unscrew to open the window. The base has been designed to come apart and is an original de...
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

Antique Eight Spoke Mahogany Ship Boat Steering Wheel Nautical Maritime
Located in Antwerp, BE
This is a superb and very large antique Victorian mahogany and brass set ships wheel, circa 1880-1900 in date. This exceptional nautical collectable...
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20th Century Belgian Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Copper

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...
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1940s American Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Glass

Ship s Chrome Deck Light with Iron Bracket
Located in Nantucket, MA
A nautical chrome deck light from a working ship, with an iron bracket which is slightly offset but stays center when you hang it. Midcentury. Rewired for A...
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Brass Plated Cup Trophy with Bakelite Base c.1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT A vintage brass plated cup trophy with a Bakelite base and brass plaque. Shown with life size hand model for scale. CREATOR Dodge Inc. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940. ...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel

Antique Industrial Foundry Patterns for Molds Handmade Set of Six, Group 1
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible set of six antique handmade industrial foundry patterns. These were created to make the sand cast molds for casting iron sewage grates and other miscellaneous items. These...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Industrial Foundry Wooden Block Mold Architectural Valcor Engine Corp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Industrial Foundry Wooden Block Mold Architectural Salvage from Valcor Engine Corp (Single Mold), Approx 20 lbs. Great to use as a unique decorative object or convert for use...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

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...
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20th Century English Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, Wood

1950s Yatch/Aircraft Compass Bubble Torpedo Table Sculpture Art War Relic
By Bendix Corporation
Located in Hyattsville, MD
For use as Prop not functioning. No break, and no cracks to molded forms or aluminium base plate. Sits flat. Measures: W 24 x D 9 x H 14 in.
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1950s American Vintage Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Do Not Pass Metal Traffic Signs
Located in Topeka, KS
Cool vintage “Do Not Pass” metal traffic signs. We have two offered and have priced them individually. These are in wonderful vintage condition mad...
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20th Century North American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum

Antique Industrial Slatted Foundry Patterns Handmade Wood Wall Sculpture, Grp 4
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible slatted antique handmade wood industrial foundry patterns. These were created to make the sand cast molds for casting iron sewage grates. There are ten patterns in this gr...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Anatomical Plaque by New York Scientific Supply Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand painted, plaster, anatomical plate by New York Scientific Supply Co. depicting the musculature and circulatory systems of the face and head on a wood plaque.
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood, Plaster

Late 19th Century Scientific "Cyclo-Stormograph" by Short Mason Tycos
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and appears to be completely intact. Short Mason Tycos Cyclo-Stormograph under beveled glass mahogany with a drawer which contains extra graph paper, tiny key an...
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Early 1900s English Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Pair Of Early 20th Century Iron And Leather Gymnastic Rings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of antique 5" diameter iron gymnastic rings with thick leather grips are both functional and collectible. The perfectly patinated padded tan leather binding with exposed st...
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Mid-20th Century British Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

Vintage, Commercial Grade Tri Pod by Samson
Located in New York, NY
High quality vintage camera trim pod by Samson. The trim pod is adjustable in various ways, including height ( 42- 73.5 in ) in addition the camera platform tilts and can be related ...
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Czech Vintage Leather Gym Mat D, 1930s
Located in Wien, AT
This 1930s gym mat originates from former Czechoslovakia. The thick leather has been cleaned and preserved and features a very good patina. The mat is in a very good condition. All of our premium vintage gym equipment...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather

19th c. I. Hick Carpentry Molding Plane
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Antique wooden carpentry plane used to make trim and moldings. Stamped "I. Hick' on the side. Shown with life size hand mold for scale. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANU...
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19th Century Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Walnut

Antique Schoenhut "Humpty Dumpty Collection" Giraffe Circus Toy c.1903-1935
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Jointed wooden giraffe manufactured in the 1900s by the Schoenhut Piano Company as part of the Humpty Dumpty Circus collection. Made from c...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Leather, Wood, Paint

Antique Wood Flower Mold Two Hole
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Wood Flower Mold Two Hole 8.25 w x 3 d x 1.75 Original vintage condition unrestored See all images provided.
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Mid-20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Antique Carpentry Molding Plane
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Antique wooden carpentry plane used to make trim and moldings. Stamped "M. Steckel' on the side. Shown with life size hand mold for scale. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF M...
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19th Century Antique Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Vogue New York Aluminum 22 450 Woman s Hat Block Mold Form Millinery D
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Vogue New York aluminum 22 450 woman's hat block mold form Millinery (D) listing is for (1) hat mold as pictured, circa mid-20th century. Measure...
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Bronze Porthole With Mesh Screen #3
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Vintage bronze porthole with mesh screen and four dogs, 3 bolts and a brushed nickel or aluminum flat flange. Maker's name stamped into porthole. Dimensions: 14" W overall Conditio...
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20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Bronze Ship Porthole With Storm Cover
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Vintage heavy paint decorated bronze porthole with dog ear locks and glass. Stamped indistinctly on verso and on lock as shown. Dimensions: 14 3.4" W, 5 1/2" D to top of screws. Gla...
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20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Bronze

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...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Wood

Antique Ram s Horn Cabinet Maker s Wood Scraper c.1905
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Antique wood and steel ram's horn cabinet maker's wood scraper. CREATOR E.C. Atkins & Co. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1905-1910. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Steel, Boxw...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Steel

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...
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20th Century French Industrial Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Glass, Wood

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.

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