What was the arts and crafts movement?

The Arts and Crafts Movement was an era of design that originated in England during the last quarter of the 19th century. The movement celebrated traditional craftsmanship by way of simple forms and the use of romantic, medieval or folk styles of decoration.

How do you identify Arts and Crafts furniture?

To identify Arts and Crafts furniture, look for characteristics that are hallmarks of the style. The Arts and Crafts movement began as a reaction to mass production, highlighting craftsmanship, raw materials and simple design. Makers working in this style placed an emphasis on natural motifs and adorned their pieces with simple flourishes like mosaics and carvings. This work is characterized by plain construction that showcases the hand of the artisan. Arts and Crafts 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 Gustav 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. If you need help identifying the style of your furniture, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can be of assistance. Find a diverse assortment of Arts and Crafts furniture on 1stDibs.

How do I identify Arts and Crafts furniture?

To identify Arts and Crafts furniture, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on your piece. By researching any marks using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your piece and find out if the maker was linked with the Arts and Crafts movement. Some notable makers associated with the style include William Morris and Philip Webb. If you can't find a maker's mark, examine the details of your piece. The Arts and Crafts movement began as a reaction to mass production, highlighting craftsmanship, raw materials and simple design. Due to its handcrafted origins, Arts and Crafts furniture often displays tool marks and slight variations in carvings and details. Pieces so regular that they seem machine-made are less likely to be Arts and Crafts furniture. Other common characteristics of Arts and Crafts pieces include inlaid and carved details and natural wood materials with visible grains. Chairs often feature reclining or angled backs and armrests. If you'd like assistance determining whether a particular piece is Arts and Crafts, consider consulting a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Arts and Crafts furniture.

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Arts & Craft Chinese Bronze Cloisonné Enamel Vase Lamp by Mimi London, Pair

$3,897Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 38.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Arts & Craft Chinese Bronze Cloisonné Enamel Vase Lamp by Mimi London, Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

120v Sockets. Cloisonné is an enameling technique in the decorative arts, or an object by that process

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Antique Chinese Bonsai in Gilt Cloisonné Basket Pot

$5,800

H 15 in Dm 23 in

Antique Chinese Bonsai in Gilt Cloisonné Basket Pot

Located in Brea, CA

23'' Antique Chinese Jade Bonsai in Gilt Cloisonné basket pot. closionne pot is 10'' X 5.5 high

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Early 20th Century Chinese Arts and Crafts Antiquities

Materials

Jade

Japanese Ginbari Perfume Vase in Cloisonné Enamel, 1920s

$304

H 1.97 in Dm 1.19 in

Japanese Ginbari Perfume Vase in Cloisonné Enamel, 1920s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A stunning example of a Japanese foiled cloisonne miniature brass perfume bottle or incense vase

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20th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Vases

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Emaux De Longwy Cylinder Vase Floral Cloisonne Decoration 1920s France Marked

$149

H 7.1 in W 3.1 in D 3.1 in

Emaux De Longwy Cylinder Vase Floral Cloisonne Decoration 1920s France Marked

By Faïenceries et Emaux de Longwy

Located in Forest Grove, PA

A beautiful Faïenceries et Emaux De Longwy cylinder vase with floral cloisonne decoration. Fully

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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Vases

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Ceramic

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Antique Chinese Pekinese Dog Cloisonné / Enamel Yellow 19th Century, China

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H 9.85 in W 9.85 in D 5.12 in

Antique Chinese Pekinese Dog Cloisonné / Enamel Yellow 19th Century, China

Located in Nürnberg, Bavaria

Antique Chinese Pekinese Pekingese dog cloisonné / enamel yellow 19th century, China. Very fine

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Arts and Crafts Animal Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Japanese Arts & Crafts Period Small Cloisonne Lantern, ca. 1900

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H 15 in W 8.5 in D 9 in

Japanese Arts & Crafts Period Small Cloisonne Lantern, ca. 1900

Located in Atlanta, GA

Charming and unique lantern with a pitched roof decorated as roof tiles, the lantern with glass windows on three sides and a removable brass “gate” on one side

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Enamel

Cloisonne Vase of the Arts and Crafts Period mounted as a table lamp, ca. 1900

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H 15 in Dm 12 in

Cloisonne Vase of the Arts and Crafts Period mounted as a table lamp, ca. 1900

Located in Atlanta, GA

the base having a finely patterned bronze ground with a host of colored enamel designs throughout, with four unusual butress-form supports equally spaced around the vase, now mounted...

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Arts & Crafts Cloisonne Umbrella Stand

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H 16 in W 8 in D 8 in

Arts & Crafts Cloisonne Umbrella Stand

Located in New York, NY

Arts & Crafts cloisonne umbrella stand. Vibrant blues, yellows, reds, and green. Measures: 16"H and

Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Umbrella Stands

Materials

Bronze

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Exceptional Early 19th Century Waterford Crystal Eighteen-Light Chandelier

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French Art Deco Hand-Hammered Iron and Glass Vase Signed Lorrain

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French Art Deco Hand-Hammered Iron and Glass Vase Signed Lorrain

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1 of 4 Large Smoked Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s

$1,996 / item

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1 of 4 Large Smoked Glass Pendant Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s

By Peill & Putzler, Koch & Lowy

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Gervasoni Large Brass Suspension Lamp in Matt Brass by Paola Navone

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Gervasoni Large Brass Suspension Lamp in Matt Brass by Paola Navone

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass Pineapple Lamps

$4,700 / set

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Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass Pineapple Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Hollywood Regency brass pineapple lamps. Measures: 22" height (to top of finial). Under bulb socket 13.25" diameter 5.5" Shades not included.

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Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Cloisonné-Vase, circa 1900

$5,323

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Cloisonné-Vase, circa 1900

Located in Greding, DE

Cloisonné Vase for a European royal family in the shape of a gourd bottle, decorated with Asian ornaments and the royal cypher RI 11. Standing on a carved wooden Stand.

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Antique Early 1900s Asian Vases

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Metal

Mid-Century Italian Ceramic Black Top Hat Wine Cooler Champagne Ice Bucket

$595

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Mid-Century Italian Ceramic Black Top Hat Wine Cooler Champagne Ice Bucket

Located in Pearland, TX

A stylish Mid-Century Modern Italian ceramic black top hat wine cooler or champagne ice bucket. Enjoy a drink in style with this sleek top hat! This ice bucket displays beautifully, ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Wine Coolers

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Art Nouveau Trinket Box - marked "JB Signifies the Best"

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Art Nouveau Trinket Box - marked "JB Signifies the Best"

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Murano Sputnik Amber Color Art Glass Midcentury Chandelier and Pendant, 1970

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Murano Sputnik Amber Color Art Glass Midcentury Chandelier and Pendant, 1970

Located in Roma, Lazio

The large glass flowers make up this Murano chandelier from the 1970. A Classic Sputnik from the middle of the century. The Murano furnaces create an indisputable timeless design, si...

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Giant Crocodile Fossil Wall Plate, Germany. 180 Million Years Old.

$451,683

H 70.87 in W 125.99 in D 2.17 in

Giant Crocodile Fossil Wall Plate, Germany. 180 Million Years Old.

Located in London, GB

This outstanding fossilised skeleton is that of the ancestral crocodile species Steneosaurus bollensis that lived during the early Jurassic period. The skeleton, complete with armour...

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Other

Devotional Triptych Engraved with Depictions of the Madonna

$4,864

H 8.47 in W 8.47 in D 0.79 in

Devotional Triptych Engraved with Depictions of the Madonna

Located in London, GB

This excellent bone triptych is a highly rare and unusual piece which features wonderfully-detailed engravings of the Madonna. The triptych is shaped like an arch, and backed onto a ...

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Czechoslovakian Glazed Earthenware Pitcher by Amphora, circa 1918-1939

$495

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Czechoslovakian Glazed Earthenware Pitcher by Amphora, circa 1918-1939

By Amphora

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

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Earthenware

English Porcelain Tulip Vase, circa 1840

$2,750

H 8 in W 5.5 in D 5.25 in

English Porcelain Tulip Vase, circa 1840

Located in New York, NY

English porcelain tulip vase, circa 1840.

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Antique 1840s English Vases

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Porcelain

1 ‚of 2’ Mazzega Tulip Pendant Lamp Green & Clear Murano Glass by Carlo Nason

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1 ‚of 2’ Mazzega Tulip Pendant Lamp Green & Clear Murano Glass by Carlo Nason

By AVMazzega, J.T. Kalmar, Carlo Nason

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Elegant tulip pendant light with green and clear Murano glass blades on a partly chromed and nickel hardware designed by Carlo Nason. Chandelier illuminates beautifully and offers a ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Steel, Chrome, Nickel

Tall 12" Japanese Kokeshi Doll

$65

H 12 in Dm 3 in

Tall 12" Japanese Kokeshi Doll

Located in Fairfield, CA

A tall vintage Japanese kokeshi doll. Made of wood with a lovely hand painted design of red flowers.

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Late 20th Century Japanese Figurative Sculptures

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Wood

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the arts and crafts cloisonne you’re looking for. A arts and crafts cloisonne — often made from metal, enamel and bronze — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect arts and crafts cloisonne — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each arts and crafts cloisonne bearing Arts and Crafts, Art Deco or mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made arts and crafts cloisonne over the years, but those crafted by Ando Jubei, Ferdinand Barbedienne and Japy Frères are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Arts And Crafts Cloisonne?

Prices for a arts and crafts cloisonne can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $372 and can go as high as $61,321, while the average can fetch as much as $3,250.

Questions About Arts And Crafts Cloisonne

What was the arts and crafts movement?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The Arts and Crafts Movement was an era of design that originated in England during the last quarter of the 19th century. The movement celebrated traditional craftsmanship by way of simple forms and the use of romantic, medieval or folk styles of decoration.
How do you identify Arts and Crafts furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
To identify Arts and Crafts furniture, look for characteristics that are hallmarks of the style. The Arts and Crafts movement began as a reaction to mass production, highlighting craftsmanship, raw materials and simple design. Makers working in this style placed an emphasis on natural motifs and adorned their pieces with simple flourishes like mosaics and carvings. This work is characterized by plain construction that showcases the hand of the artisan. Arts and Crafts 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 Gustav 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. If you need help identifying the style of your furniture, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can be of assistance. Find a diverse assortment of Arts and Crafts furniture on 1stDibs.
How do I identify Arts and Crafts furniture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify Arts and Crafts furniture, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on your piece. By researching any marks using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your piece and find out if the maker was linked with the Arts and Crafts movement. Some notable makers associated with the style include William Morris and Philip Webb. If you can't find a maker's mark, examine the details of your piece. The Arts and Crafts movement began as a reaction to mass production, highlighting craftsmanship, raw materials and simple design. Due to its handcrafted origins, Arts and Crafts furniture often displays tool marks and slight variations in carvings and details. Pieces so regular that they seem machine-made are less likely to be Arts and Crafts furniture. Other common characteristics of Arts and Crafts pieces include inlaid and carved details and natural wood materials with visible grains. Chairs often feature reclining or angled backs and armrests. If you'd like assistance determining whether a particular piece is Arts and Crafts, consider consulting a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Arts and Crafts furniture.