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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Limbert Style Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Arts & Crafts period dining chairs or side chairs In the manner of Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Early 20th Century Carved quarter sawn oak, with cane seats. ...
Cane, Oak
Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina Arts & Crafts Barrel Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Arts & Crafts or Prairie style barrel chairs By Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina Italy, 1989 (originally designed in 1903 for the Martin House in Buffalo) Car...
Upholstery, Cherry
Limbert Style Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Dining Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts period dining chair or side chair In the manner of Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1900 Carved quarter sawn oak, with upholstered seat. ...
Upholstery, Oak
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with yellow ...
Leather, Oak
Chambre D'Artisan Chair by Gustave Serrurier-Bovy, 1895
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts & Crafts Chambre D'Artisan dining room chairs. Design by Gustave Serrurier-Bovy. Striking Belgium design from the 1890s. Solid oak decorative frames wit...
Rope, Oak
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back side chairs or dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, w...
Leather, Oak
Heals of London, attributed. An Arts & Crafts oak lattice back side chair
By Heal's
Located in London, GB
Heals of London, attributed. An Arts & Crafts oak lattice back side chair with a nice original, drop in rush seat.
Oak
Michael Thonet for Thonet Wood Vienna Straw Dining Room Chairs 1930s
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of six vintage dining chairs ‘Model No. 233’ designed by Michael Thonet for Thonet Czechoslovakia, with bentwood back frame and armrests, Vienna straw seat, some bearing the orig...
Straw, Wood
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six of Mission or Arts & Crafts dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak, with rush seats. Measures: 17"W x 18"D x 36...
Rush, Oak
A set of four Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs with comfortable shaped backs
Located in London, GB
A set of four Arts and Crafts oak dining chair's with comfortable shaped backs. These have all been totally restored, all gently knocked apart, joints cleaned, glued, re-assembled an...
Oak, Leather
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts H-Back Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare pair of Mission or Arts & Crafts period H-back side chairs or dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1912 Solid quarter sawn oak, with leather upholstered seats. Meas...
Leather, Oak
$5,900 / item
Ace Chair with Red Velvet Coronation Fabric
Located in Istanbul, TR
Drawing inspiration from the Queen of Spades, these chairs embody a spirited elegance, making them perfect as standout dining or accent pieces. Available with two distinct leg styles...
Upholstery, Velvet, Cherry, Oak
Sculptural Italian Fiberglass Dining Chairs, Mid-Century 1950s-60s
Located in Almelo, NL
Sculptural Italian fiberglass chairs inspired by organic forms, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Ideal for hospitality and large-sc...
Upholstery, Fiberglass, Polyester
Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood Dining Chairs, Pair
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Cassina
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Arts & Crafts "Coonley 2" side chairs or dining chairs By Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina (signed with original branded label) Italy, 1992 (designed in 1907) ...
Upholstery, Cherry
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of eight antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with yellow...
Leather, Oak
Limbert Style Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous set of six Arts & Crafts period dining chairs or side chairs In the manner of Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Early 20th Century Carved quarter sawn oak, with cane seat...
Cane, Oak
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful pair of Mission or Arts & Crafts period side chairs or dining chairs By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with studded leather upho...
Leather, Oak
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lyre Back Folding Chairs by Phoenix Chair Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional set of six Arts & Crafts period lyre back folding dining chairs or side chairs By Phoenix Chair Company USA, Circa 1920s Carved oak, with tan vinyl upholste...
Oak
William Birch. Liberty & Co. A Arts and Crafts rush seat oak dining chair
Located in London, GB
William Birch. Liberty and Co retailer. A classic Arts and Crafts rush seat oak dining chair with a wide curved headrest and attractive wild grain. Ring turned legs with ring turned ...
Oak
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts H-Back Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare set of eight Mission oak Arts & Crafts period H-back dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak, with rush seats and upholstery. Measu...
Upholstery, Rush, Oak
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful set of four antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period side chairs or dining chairs By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with studded leath...
Leather, Oak
Brown Arts and Crafts Ladder Back Wooden Dining Chair with Natural Woven Seat
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall wood arts and crafts style ladder back dining chair. With a square natural fiber woven seat, and a tall racked back, this chair will be a fabulous addition to a dining room, o...
Wood, Straw
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with yellow l...
Leather, Oak
Frank Lloyd Wright Style Arts & Crafts High Back Side Chair or Dining Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Arts & Crafts style high back side chair or dining chair In the manner of Frank Lloyd Wright or Charles Rennie Mackintosh By Zilco Design Italy, Late 20th Century ...
Upholstery, Maple
Morris & Co. Pair of Arts & Crafts Oak Dining Chairs, Designed in Shaw’s Offices
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Morris & Co. Possibly designed by W. Lethaby and designed in the offices of Richard Norman Shaw. A pair of Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs. Fully restored, both gently knocked apar...
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Arts & Crafts Set of 4 Frank Lloyd Wright Chairs by Cassina
By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular set of 4 barrel back chairs designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1906-07 and produced in 1936. This is a 1986 collaboration by Cassina of Ital...
Fabric, Hardwood
Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lyre Back Folding Chair by Phoenix Chair Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Arts & Crafts period lyre back folding dining chair or side chair By Phoenix Chair Company USA, Circa 1920s Carved oak, with tan vinyl upholstery. Measures...
Oak
G M Ellwood for J S Henry. A rare set of eight Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs
By George Montague Ellwood, J.S. Henry
Located in London, GB
G M Ellwood for J S Henry. A rare set of eight Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs. Inlaid to the headrest with a single pewter heart inset into a copper background within a circular i...
Oak
Set of 6 Arts and Crafts Americana Solid Oak Windsor Chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A great Set of 6 Arts and Crafts Americana Solid Oak Windsor chairs crafted in Lancaster Pennsylvania by fine Amish artisans. Chairs feature s...
Oak
$11,500 / set
American Designer, Dining Chairs, Pine, USA, 1910s
Located in High Point, NC
A set of 8 stained pine dining chairs designed and produced in the US, c. 1910s. seat height 17.75”
Pine
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with brass s...
Brass
Liberty & Co. attr. Set of 3 dining chairs with Voysey style inlaid pewter heart
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co, attributed. Three matching chairs with shaped padded headrest and a single Voysey style inlaid pewter heart to the top of a fine tapering back splat with trumpet style ...
Pewter
Frank Lloyd Wright Style Arts & Crafts High Back Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of eight Arts & Crafts style high back dining chairs In the manner of Frank Lloyd Wright or Charles Rennie Mackintosh By Zilco Design Italy, Late 20th Centu...
Upholstery, Maple
George Montague Ellwood for J. S. Henry – Ten Arts and Crafts Oak Dining Chairs
By George Montague Ellwood, J.S. Henry
Located in London, GB
Set of ten dining chairs in oak from the Arts and Crafts movement (1880–1910), designed by George Montague Ellwood for J. S. Henry, c.1900. This cohesive group exemplifies British ve...
Oak
L. & J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with upholstered ...
Upholstery, Oak
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs, Set of Four
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful set of four antique Mission or Arts & Crafts ladder back dining chairs By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with studded leathe...
Leather, Oak
$6,200 / set
Brutalist Set of 8 Chairs, France, 1940
By Charlotte Perriand, Atelier Marolles
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This set of six French brutalist dining chairs in solid oak was created in the 1940s. Nice gouge details.
Oak
George Montague Ellwood, Made by J S Henry, a Pair of Matching Oak Dining Chairs
By George Montague Ellwood, J.S. Henry
Located in London, GB
George Montague Ellwood. Made by J S Henry. A pair of matching oak dining chairs with throne like capped tops and wonderful sweeping back supports on taper...
Oak
Morris & Co. Five Arts & Crafts Oak Dining Chairs, Designed in Shaw’s Offices
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Morris & Co. Possibly designed by W. Lethaby and designed in the offices of Richard Norman Shaw. Five Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs. Fully restored, all gently knocked apart, joi...
Oak
E A Taylor attri for Wylie & Lochhead. A pair of Arts & Crafts side chairs
By Archibald Taylor, Wylie & Lochhead
Located in London, GB
E A Taylor attributed a pair of rush seated side or bedroom chairs made by Wylie and Lochhead. One has straight front legs and one has the slightly splayed front legs, both chairs ha...
Rush, Oak
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Ten
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of ten antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with yellow l...
Leather, Oak
Liberty & Co style of CFA Voysey, Arts & Crafts Oak Dining Set with Ball Finials
By Liberty & Co., Charles Voysey
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co in the style of CFA Voysey. An Arts & Crafts oak dining set consisting of six chairs and a matching dining table. The five single dining chai...
Oak
Classic Set 6 Arts & Crafts Chairs.. Oak & Leather by Sikes Chair Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Set 6 Arts & Crafts Chairs.. Oak & Leather by Sikes Chair Company.. Beautiful quarter sawn oak frames in great original condition,, Set includes 5 side chairs and 1 arm (capt...
Leather, Oak
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful set of six of Mission or Arts & Crafts period dining chairs By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with upholstered seats. Measures:...
Upholstery, Oak
William Birch, retailed by Liberty & Co. Pair of Arts & Crafts oak dining chairs
By Liberty & Co., William Birch
Located in London, GB
William Birch of High Wycombe. Liberty & Co retailer. A pair of Arts & Crafts rush seat oak dining or side chairs with a wide curved headrest and ring turned legs and front stretche...
Oak
Liberty & Co. a Pair of William Birch Arts & Crafts Oak Rush Seat Dining Chairs
By Liberty & Co., William Birch
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co. Made by William Birch A pair of English Arts & Crafts oak rush-seat dining chairs. These chairs have been totally restored and had new rush professionally laid to the ...
Rush, Oak
Set of Six English Arts & Crafts Oak Dining Chairs with Carved Floral Roundels
Located in London, GB
A good quality sound and sturdy set of six English Arts & Crafts oak dining chairs with carved floral roundels to the headrests. Armchair measures Height 46 Inches. Depth 23 Inches....
Fabric, Oak
Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Dining Chairs for Henredon Arts & Crafts Mission
By (after) Frank Lloyd Wright, Henredon
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Six Architectural Taliesin Collection Dining Chairs, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for Henredon, circa 1960s. The set consists of two arm chairs and four side chairs. The arm...
Upholstery, Wood, Mahogany
Limbert Style Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Spindle Back Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of antique Arts & Crafts or Early American side chairs or dining chairs In the manner of Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1900 Carved oak, with caned seats. Mea...
Cane, Oak
Set of Four Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs with Leather Cushions, Circa 1900
Located in Savannah, GA
Set of Four Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs with Leather Cushions, Circa 1900
Oak
Liberty & Co. An Arts & Crafts oak chair with carved rose decoration to the back
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts oak chair with carved rose decoration to the back, the drop-in seat with colorful embroidery. We also have a matching Liberty and Co gate leg dinin...
Oak
Pair of Cotswold School Arts & Crafts Oak Lattice Back Armchairs with rush Seats
By Ambrose Heal
Located in London, GB
A pair of English Cotswold School Arts & Crafts oak lattice back armchairs with subtle arches to the lattice backs, shaped arms, and pegged construction retaining the original rush s...
Oak
Important Set of Charles Rohlfs Stained Oak Armchairs Signed and Dated 1903
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This very rare and highly collectible set of stained oak armchairs by Charles Rohlfs (1853–1936) featuring saddle seats, Rohlfs cutout artistry in a stylized 'S' form, and faceted pe...
Oak
William Birch for Liberty & Co. a Set of Sixteen Arts & Crafts Oak Dining Chairs
By William Birch, Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
William Birch made furniture for Liberty and Co. A rare set of sixteen Arts & Crafts oak ladderback dining chairs, including a pair of matching armchairs...
Oak
Shapland and Petter. A set of four Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs
Located in London, GB
Shapland and Petter. A set of four Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs with leather seats
Oak, Leather
Eight Arts & Crafts Glasgow Style High Back Oak Dining Chairs with Leather Seats
Located in London, GB
A set of eight Glasgow style high back oak dining chairs consisting of two armchairs and six singles with professionally re upholstered leather padded se...
Oak
Arts and Crafts Oak Chair with Shaped Padded Head Rest and Pewter Heart Inlay
By Liberty & Co., Shapland & Petter
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co, attributed. Probably made by Shapland and Petter. An Arts and Crafts oak chair with shaped padded head rest with a single Voysey style inlaid pewter heart to the top o...
Pewter
Robson & Sons. Set of 4 Arts & Crafts oak dining chairs with carved floral backs
Located in London, GB
Robson and Sons of Newcastle. A set of four Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs with stylised carved floral backs.
Oak
Frank Lloyd Wright Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Cassina, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four Arts & Crafts "Coonley 2" side chairs or dining chairs By Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina (signed with original branded label) Italy, 1992 (designed in 19...
Upholstery, Cherry
Wylie & Lochhead Attri. A Pair of Glasgow School Arts & Crafts Oak Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
Wylie and Lochhead. Attributed. A pair of Glasgow School Arts and Crafts oak dining chairs with stylized square cut-outs to the head...
Oak