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Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

ARTS AND CRAFTS STYLE

Emerging in reaction to industrialization and mass production, the Arts and Crafts movement celebrated handcrafted design as a part of daily life. The history of Arts and Crafts furniture has roots in 1860s England with an emphasis on natural motifs and simple flourishes like mosaics and carvings. This work is characterized by plain construction that showcases the hand of the artisan.

The earliest American Arts and Crafts furniture dates back to the start of the 20th century. Designers working in this style in the United States initially looked to ideas put forth by The Craftsman, a magazine published by Wisconsin native Gustav Stickley, a furniture maker and founder of the Craftsman style. Stickley’s furniture was practical and largely free of ornament. His Craftsman style drew on French Art Nouveau as well as the work he encountered on his travels in England. There, the leading designers of the Arts and Crafts movement included William Morris, who revived historical techniques such as embroidery and printed fabrics in his furnishings, and Charles Voysey, whose minimal approach was in contrast to the ornamentation favored in the Victorian era.

American Arts and Crafts work would come to involve a range of influences unified by an elevation of traditional craftsmanship. The furniture was often built from sturdy woods like oak and mahogany while featuring details such as inlaid metal, tooled leather and ceramic tiles. The style in the United States was led by Stickley, whose clean-lined chairs and benches showcased the grain of the wood, and furniture maker Charles Rohlfs, who was informed by international influences like East Asian and French Art Nouveau design.

Hubs in America included several utopian communities such as Rose Valley in Pennsylvania and the Byrdcliffe Arts and Crafts Colony in New York, where craftspeople made furniture that prioritized function over any decoration. Their work would influence designers and architects including Frank Lloyd Wright, who built some of the most elegant and iconic structures in the United States and likewise embraced a thoughtful use of materials in his furniture.

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Style: Arts and Crafts
Set of Four Italian Stained Glass Door- Window Panels, Italy 1890 circa
Located in Sacile, PN
Set of four Italian Stained Glass door- window Panels, Italy 1890 circa Measure: Each door/panel measures height cm. 210,5, width cm. 51 and just ...
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1890s Italian Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Lead

English Arts and Crafts Transferware Pottery Tile
Located in New York, NY
English Arts and Crafts transferware pottery tile, late 19th-early 20th century, featuring polychrome Art Nouveau / Aesthetic Movement floral motif, set i...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Pottery

Grueby Faience St George and the Dragon Tile
Located in Riverdale, NY
Grueby Faience St George and the Dragon Tile circa 1905. Vibrantly colored glazed earthenware circa 1905. Lovely period example.
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Earthenware

One of four "Liberty" Italian Stained Glass door- window Panel, Italy 1900 ca.
Located in Sacile, PN
One of four "Liberty" Italian Stained Glass door- window Panel, Italy 1900 c Measure: Each door/panel measures height cm. 190, width cm. 52 and just under cm. 2 thick. One panel is...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Lead

Rare Antique Hand Carved Oak Fireplace Mantel Surround w. Horns of Plenty & More
Located in Lisse, NL
Exceptional antique fire-place mantle with rare and marvelous deep carvings. If you are a collector of rare and great looking architectural antiques then this good size and great c...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Wood, Oak

Set of four "Liberty" Italian Stained Glass door- window Panels, Italy 1900 ca.
Located in Sacile, PN
Set of four "Liberty" Italian Stained Glass door- window Panels, Italy 1900 c Measure: Each door/panel measures height cm. 187, width cm. 52 a...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Lead

Good Size Antique & Monumental, Finest Bronze Eagle Head Sculpture Door Knocker
Located in Lisse, NL
Certainly the most impressive antique door knocker on 1stdibs. This marvelously handcrafted and amazing condition antique door knocker is another one of our recent great finds. Can you imagine this fine bronze eagle on your door? Having this gorgeous bronze door knocker made as the finishing touch, would have made this a real statement piece, and it still will be. Mind you, with a unique and all hand-crafted bronze door knocker of this size, quality and beauty suddenly in your face and you too would be impressed when showing up at this front door. Especially with the fierce looking eagle holding the wreath knocker in his beak staring at you. They really don't make 'em like this anymore and we are proud to be able to offer it to the 1stdibs community in such amazing condition. Mind you, our price for this unique antique bronze door knocker...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Bronze

Midcentury Stained Glass Window Panels by Rainbow Studios NY, circa 1965 #2
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Stunning set of stained glass window panels. This listing is for 1 panel. We have 6 available, all in separate listings. Fabulous colors a...
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1960s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Lead

An exceptional period pair of Arts & Crafts hand hammered & wrought iron gates
Located in London, GB
An exceptional pair of Arts and Crafts hand-hammered and hand-wrought iron gates with scrolling floral decoration to the top with some of the widest tight scroll work decoration I ha...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Wrought Iron

Large Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Chandelier for Dining Room or Restaurant Etc
Located in Lisse, NL
Great quality, forged in fire, castle design candle chandelier / pendant light. This finer quality and all hand-forged, eight-light chandelier comes with some really beautiful detai...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Wrought Iron

Cast Iron Out Door Bell on Bracket
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Cast Iron Out Door Bell on Bracket This is well weathered out Door Bull Bell on a decorative iron wall bracket, this is a good bell complete with clapper, it is in a weathered con...
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1920s Vintage Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Midcentury Stained Glass Window Panels by Rainbow Studios NY, circa 1965 #5
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Mid-Century Modern adaption of stained glass window panels by Rainbow Studios NY. 6 available just one in this listing, see other listings for the entire collection. Amazing craftsma...
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1960s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Lead

Four Cast Iron Consoles/Radiator Covers from The Royal Liverpool School of Music
Located in London, GB
Four Arts and Crafts cast iron radiator covers or console tables were made by The Liverpool and Macclesfield Cast Iron Co in the 1860s. Pleas...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Arts & Crafts Fireplace Mantel in Belgian Fossil Marble
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century French Arts & Crafts fireplace in Belgian fossil marble, with etches detailing of Greek Key and foliage to frieze. The jambs with etched bellflower drops, surmoun...
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19th Century French Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Marble

Mid-Century Modern Stained Glass Window by Rainbow Studios NY, circa 1965 #6
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous stained glass windows, 6 available, one posted separately in this listing. Rainbow Studios of Nyack NY did them in the mid sixties for a home in Nyack which overlooked the H...
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1960s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Lead

Vintage Hand Forged Oil-Rubbed Solid Hammered Brass Keyhole Pulls - Lot of 7
Located in Charlotte, NC
A lot of seven Craftsman style keyhole pulls. Solid hammered brass that have been hand forged and oil-rubbed. Keyhole is faux. Back of plate is stamped wi...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Brass

Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Double Flower Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with double flower detail This piece is part of a suite, I ...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Collection of 7 Mixed Victorian Ceramic Tiles 7 Lovely Tiles
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A collection of 7 mixed Victorian ceramic tiles. 7 Lovely tiles in generally good condition, a couple of tiny nibbles only The tiles are 1...
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19th Century Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Ceramic

Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Twelve Flower Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with twelve flower detail This piece is part of a suite, I ...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Blue Flower Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with blue flower detail This piece is part of a suite, I ha...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Large Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with flowers wines This piece is part of a suite, I have in...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Pair of English Arts & Crafts Stain Glass Windows with Crest Shields
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare Arts & Crafts pair of stained glass windows with shield motif. Beautifully constructed and in good original condition with no wood r...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Stained Glass

English Arts & Crafts Stained Glass Window
Located in New York, NY
English Arts & Crafts Stained glass and leaded window featuring a viking sailboat in a grid of clear panels.
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Lead

Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Leaf Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with leaf detailing. This piece is part of a suite, I have included a picture above of all the ...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Oval Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with flowers wines This piece is part of a suite, I have included a picture above of all the ot...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Swirly Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with swirly detailing This piece is part of a suite, I have...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Set of 19th Century Arts and Crafts Brass Door Finger Plates and Knobs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A set of 19th century Arts and Crafts brass door finger plates and knobs There are 8 identical plates in this set, they are heavy and made in heavy br...
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Late 19th Century Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Brass

VERY COLLECTABLE ANTIQUE HAND CARVED SWiRLY BOARDER PRINTING BLOCK FOR WALLPAPER
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block which is long for floral borders This piece is part of a s...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Very Rare Antique Hand Carved Butterfly Boarder Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block which is long for butterfly borders. This piece is part of ...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Collectable Antique Hand Carved Butterfly Boarder Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block which is long for butterfly borders. This piece is part of a suite, I have included a picture a...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

FINE VERY COLLECTABLE ANTIQUE HAND CARVED FLORAL PRINTiNG BLOCK FOR WALLPAPER
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with flowers wines This piece is part of a suite, I have i...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Sycamore

Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Boarder Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block which is long for floral boarders This piece is part of a s...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Wood

English Arts & Crafts Oak Fire Surround with Flaring Cornice & Floral Carving
Located in London, GB
A good Arts & Crafts oak fire surround with a flaring cornice and three central shaped supports flanked by stylized floral carvings to the tops with a central beveled mirror, curved ...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Mirror, Oak

Pair of Arts & Crafts Door Knobs
Located in London, GB
A pair of Arts & Crafts brass door knobs with shield shaped back plates. Supplied with square bar to fit locks. Projection from door: 2 inches - 5 cm.   
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Brass

Long Victorian Roof Finial
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Long Victorian roof finial A Super decorative piece, the iron Finial has a tall lance and ball shape The piece is weather worn as you would expect but ...
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19th Century Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Grueby Viking Ship Earthenware Tile
Located in Riverdale, NY
Grueby Faience Company Schooner tile circa 1905, vibrantly colored glazed earthenware circa 1905. Lovely period example.  
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Earthenware

Antique & Large Hand-Forged Wrought Iron Art Nouveau Gazebo or Garden Gloriette
Located in Lisse, NL
Very rare, hand forged, wrought iron, architectural garden pergola. If you appreciate the time, the effort and the quality of the workmanship that early 20th century craftsman put i...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Wrought Iron

3 Hand Made Terracotta Foundation Stones AD1881
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
3 Hand Made Terracotta foundation stones AD1881 These Tile stones would look fantastic incorporated into the fabric of a suitable building or alternatively they would make a lovel...
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Late 19th Century Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Terracotta

Rare Arts & Crafts Brass Fireplace Mantel Screen with Scroll Leaf & Shell Motif
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare all brass Arts & Crafts fireplace mantel screen from England with scrolling leaves and shell medallion motif. Highly creative statement mantel that can be used as intended or as...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Brass

Arts & Crafts Style Decorative Cast Iron Angular Fence or Staircase Bannister
Located in London, GB
An Arts & Crafts style decorative cast and wrought iron angular staircase Bannister with circular radiating details centered with stylized floral l...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Wrought Iron

Unusual Arts and Crafts House Shutters, Old Red Paint
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Arts and Crafts House Shutters, old red paint, nice patina. Great design, Four smaller matching shutters measure 36" H x...
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1920s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Wood

CFA Voysey Attributed, an Arts and Crafts Cast Iron Fireplace with Simple Heart
Located in London, GB
CFA Voysey attributed. An Arts and Crafts cast iron fireplace with simple heart detail to the top and a subtle sweeping mantelpiece gradually growing deep...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Large Hand Forged Wrought Iron Candle Chandelier for Dining Room, Restaurant Etc
Located in Lisse, NL
Museum quality, forged in fire, Medieval castle-design chandelier. This excellent quality AND condition pendant is all hand-forged and its design and perfect execution lifts it abov...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Galloway Garden Urns
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Fleurdetroit presents for your consideration, this pair of Arts & Crafts, Galloway garden urns. This impressive pair from a bygone era of Edwardian Garden Splendor with Arts & Crafts...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Terracotta

Late 19th Century Wrought Iron Firegrate from the Arts & Crafts Movement
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century wrought iron firegrate from the Arts & Crafts movement. The oval basket with domed finials, barley twist front bars and decorative scrolled wrought ironwork below...
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19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Small Scrolled Firegrate in the Arts & Crafts Manner
Located in London, GB
A small scrolled firegrate in the Arts & Crafts manner. The shaped legs surmounted by square uprights and bowed top bar. Scrolled finials to front and rear. Antiqued finish. Modern. ...
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Late 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Rustic Arts & Crafts Hand Tooled Copper Fireplace Fender Surround
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare, rustic Arts & Crafts fireplace fender/surround exudes old world patina and richness. Masterfully hand tooled piece well constructed and maintaining originality.
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Copper

Arts & Crafts Brass Tooled Celtic Themed Fireplace Bungalow Mantle
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Fine Arts & Crafts mantel (fireplace) example with dark patina brass. Salvaged from old bungalow of the period. Subtle details and understated elegance, circa 1905-1910.
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Brass

Nine Minton Arts & Crafts Period Encaustic Ceramic Tiles, England Circa 1875
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A group of nine Minton Arts & Crafts period encaustic ceramic tiles decorated with geometric motifs in a striking palette of royal blue, tan, white and terracotta, one tile being of ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Ceramic

Antique French Iron Chain
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French iron chain, circa 1900, runs total of 38 inches in length. Welded iron chain with 3 inch high links. Price is for one 38 inch length...
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Early 1900s French Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Louis Sullivan Cast Iron Elevator Casing from the Chicago Stock Exchange, 1893
Located in Sharon, CT
These cast iron fragments are all that remains from an architectural masterpiece.
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1890s American Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Mirrored Back Bar with Leaded Glass Cornucopia
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts bar back offers mahogany construction with shaped crown having central carved fruit and nut medallion flanked by leaded stained and slag glass panels with cornu...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Lead

C R Ashbee, Attributed Arts & Craft Cast Iron Fireplace with Eight Kissing Doves
Located in London, GB
C R Ashbee, attributed. An Arts & Crafts cast iron fireplace, central circular mirror with stylised copper frame overlooked by twin kissing doves with displ...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

M H Baillie Scott. An Exceptional Set of Arts & Crafts Exterior / Interior Doors
Located in London, GB
M H Baillie Scott, Attributed. An exceptional set of four Arts and Crafts exterior doors. Selling as two individual pairs. With further...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Architectural Demilune Mirror Fragment
Located in Redding, CT
Architectural demilune mirror fragment. The top piece has been married to the bottom piece but we think it looks stunning. Perfect for above a fireplace or bed.
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1920s Unknown Vintage Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Mirror, Oak

Dr C Dresser, Kenrick A Pair of Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Torii Style Handles
Located in London, GB
Dr C Dresser, for Kenrick A rare pair of Aesthetic Movement finely cast iron handles, with Torii-gate style pulls. Made by Kenrick and Sons iron works...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Simple Polished Cast Iron Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A simple, yet elegant polished cast iron fireplace. The half rounded pilasters surmounted by plain frieze and molded shelf, English, circa...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Iron

Huge 9 Feet High, Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron, Marbled Glass Chandelier Pendant
Located in Lisse, NL
Enormous and all handcrafted, wrought iron light fixture has been hanging in a church. Amazing quality and size chandelier. This forged in fire mega pendant is of incredible beauty ...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Architectural Elements

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Wrought Iron, Copper

Arts And Crafts architectural elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Arts and Crafts architectural elements 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 architectural elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, wall decorations, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Arts and Crafts architectural elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original architectural elements, popular names associated with this style include Grueby Faience Company, Christopher Dresser, Louis Sullivan, and Minton. 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 architectural elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $139 and tops out at $29,111 while the average work can sell for $1,766.

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