Inspired by the Arts & Crafts style in England, which rebelled against the mechanization of the Industrial Revolution with a proud emphasis on handcrafted design, American Craftsman style similarly pushed against the lavishness of the Victorian era. Coined by Wisconsin-born Gustav Stickley, a furniture designer and publisher of The Craftsman magazine, American Craftsman furniture would influence homegrown styles that followed, such as Mission and the Prairie School.
Like the popular early 20th-century Craftsman houses — which feature meticulous woodwork on everything from built-in bookcases in the living room and cabinetry in the kitchen to earth-toned exteriors with exposed rafters — American Craftsman furniture was all about handmade storage cabinets, bedroom furniture, chairs and other pieces built with organic materials. “Simplicity and straightforwardness of construction has always been the leading characteristic of Craftsman furniture,” Stickley stated. And while he is often credited with most of the designs at the Craftsman Workshops in Eastwood, New York, others such as Harvey Ellis were influential in shaping the straight-backed chairs, beds with vertical slats and tables with exposed joinery that came to define the style.
Highly utilitarian with no unnecessary flair, American Craftsman furniture was designed to emphasize the essence of its modest construction and promote the natural beauty of the wood. Solid oak, cherry, walnut and mahogany were all favored by the movement’s principal figures. Another attribute commonly associated with the style is the integration of subtle details like tooled leather, inlaid metal and hammered iron handles.
Owing to the outbreak of World War I, the popularity of American Craftsman style waned as consumer spending dropped and furniture companies shifted to the production of wartime materials and goods specified in government contracts. Yet, by the 1960s, there was a renewed appreciation for this foundational modern American style, with Stickley and his contemporaries in demand for the clean, simple lines and sturdy construction of American Craftsman furniture.
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Studio Walnut Mirror by Charles B. Cobb
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A spectacular American studio craftsman walnut mirror with a built in coat hanger. The mirror is Signed Charles B. Cobb and dated 1976. Overall dimensions: 65” high 24” wide 6.5” deep.
Walnut
Custom Round Wood Wall Mirror Rita Mirror by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
The Rita mirror boasts layered joinery to create a deep solid urban wood frame to emphasize space in small or large rooms. Made to order, any size can add beauty and purpose to an en...
Mirror, Hardwood, Walnut
$4,250
Studio Craft Mirror
Located in Richmond, VA
Vintage studio craft mirror in various exotic woods. Mirror is designed with crumbling columns and a carved rosewood eagle next to the pediment top. Signed by the artist on reverse...
Wood
$3,800 / item
Wall Mirror by Studio Craft Artist David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
An unusual pigmented bronze wall mirror by renowned studio Craft artist David N. Ebner. David will be selecting several pieces from his collection ...
Wood
Asian Form Mirror by Studio Craft Artist, David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
An Asian form mirror by studio Craft artist David N Ebner. Maple wood with a unique black custom graphite pigmentation which is exclusive to Mr. Ebner. Through the use of stripped...
Wood
$21,366
H 34.26 in Dm 34.26 in
Diamond Wall Mirror by Sabrina Landini, Art Silver Glass, Handmade in Italy
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
DIAMOND wall mirror 87x87 cm Our unique manufacturing method has been a part of our tradition for 20 years. Sabrina Landini's home collection is inspired by endless glass reflectio...
Art Glass, Mirror, Wood
Italian Round Wall Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian wall plastic illuminate mirror.
Plastic
$1,439Sale Price|30% Off
H 43.31 in W 35.44 in D 3.55 in
Antique Large Florentine Carved Padauk Wall Mirror Overmantle
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique large quality Florentine carved hardwood (padauk) wall or overmantle mirror C1900. Could be hung in portrait or landscape. An impressive find, that would look amazing in t...
Padouk
$1,994Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.19 in Dm 35.04 in
Huge 1970s Maritime Round Pine Wood Wall Mirror from Denmark
Located in München, DE
Huge 1970s maritime round pine wood wall mirror from Denmark. Great minimalistic design in reddish brown with great pine grain. Frame consists of several parts, held together by a ...
Mirror, Pine
Earl Hand Crafted Solid Walnut Mirror
By Chris Earl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Solid wood constructed pill shaped mirror with true metal inlay detailing. This mirror is shown in walnut with a brass inlay. We are currently maki...
Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1970s round wall mirror in Walnut wood Italian design
Located in None, IT
Round wall mirror with Walnut wood frame, Italian design, 1970s. CONDITION: In good condition, may show signs of wear given by time. SIZING: Height 69 cm, width 69 cm, depth 3.5 c...
Glass, Wood
$2,433 / item
H 24.41 in W 20.48 in D 1.19 in
Contemporary Murano Glass Mirror, in Gold Glass by Fratelli Tosi Hand-Crafted
Located in Murano Venezia, IT
Shimmering rectangular mirror in Murano glass, composed of a frame that embraces the central mirror, carved and polished with stone wheels totally by hand with subjects of waves and ...
Art Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
$465Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.2 in W 25.2 in D 1.58 in
Vintage 1960s vintage wood round wall mirror Italian design
Located in None, IT
Round wall mirror with wooden frame, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, may show signs of wear due to age. SIZING: Height 64 cm; width 64 cm; depth 4 cm; MATERIA...
Wood
$396Sale Price|20% Off
H 50.5 in W 34 in D 2 in
Mid-Century Modern Large Walnut Mirror by United Furniture Corp
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern wall mirror made by United Furniture. This piece is large and heavy with a walnut frame. It is in good condition shows minor wear including sm...
Mirror, Walnut
French 1950s Wicker Rattan Oval Wall Mirror
Located in Copenhagen, DK
French Riviera 1950s oval hand woven and braided rattan mirror. Large wicker decorated frame with soft organic shapes that allows for hanging the...
Rattan, Mirror, Wood
$11,275 / item
H 1.97 in Dm 31.7 in
Contemporary 'Undulate' Wall Mirror Satin Blue Crystal Handmade by Ghirò Studio
By Ghirò Studio
Located in Pieve Emanuele, Milano
2021 Collection of wall mirrors by Ghirò Studio (Milan) The ‘Undulate’ wavy mirror is an artistic object of pure art and design. The crystal has been hand-worked and expertly curved by the artist. The support structure is made of wood and brass. The metal is 24 Kt gold plated. Its circular shape and its harmonious curves give lightness and elegance. The finish is an intense satin blue...
Brass
Large Custom Round Brass Mirror by Adesso Imports
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large custom 5-foot round brass mirror. Handmade in Los Angeles by Adesso Imports. Can be done in different shapes, sizes and metals.
Brass
Craftsman Style Mirror
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Made to order solid black walnut frame with black granite wedge details. Hand cut solid wood joinery in the style of the "Arts and Crafts" movement. 1/4" mirror for the best optics. ...
Granite
American Stained Maple Ogee Mirror, 20th C
Located in Astoria, NY
American Stained Maple Ogee Mirror, 20th Century. Dealer: S138XX
Mirror, Wood
Mid-Century Studio Made Live Edge Wood Mirror
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century studio made mirror. Live edge wood with a lacquered finish. A hollowed log slice has been used to create the frame around the mirror. Origin...
Mirror, Wood
19th Century Marquetry American Mirror
Located in Stamford, CT
A mixed wood American marquetry mirror. Mirror new.
Wood
American Craft Sculpted Plywood Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Unusual Plywood Mirror that has been sanded and ground in some areas to reveal contours of layered wood.
Plywood
John Widdicomb Pewter Lacquered Mirror, USA, 1950s
Located in Bellport, NY
A beautiful pewter lacquered mirror by John Widdicomb Grand Rapids MI.
Lacquer
Antique Gold Leaf Mirror with Hand-Painted Black Band
Located in New York, NY
Country farm house frame in antique gold leaf with hand-painted black band Iron hook at top antique mirror panel. Size: H 67" x W 50".
Rosewood
A Circular Large Stiched Leather Mirror
Located in Bellport, NY
A large circular hand stitched and hand crafted leather framed wall mirror. The glass diameter is 24 inches, the total measurement including...
40s Cerused Oak Console/Writing Desk by Jamestown Lounge
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD Beautiful cerused oak highlights this 40s console/desk by Jamestown Lounge Company. However used, it is really quite versatile as a small desk or writing table or a charming v...
Brass
Two Antique Mahogany Porthole Mirrors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Two Antique Mahogany Porthole Mirrors, believed to be circa 1930's, possibly earlier. They retain their original warm mahogany color finish with ivory color painted and gilt interior...
American Studio Craft Artist David N.Ebner, Lacewood Wall Mirror
Located in Bellport, NY
An exceptional large mirror by American Studio Craft Artist, David N Ebner. Shown above in beautiful lacewood,with a lacquer finish.Also available in other woods and sizes on request...
American Antique Oak Hall Mirror
Located in Wilton, CT
Massive Late 19th Century carved oak hall mirror with gesso infusing the oak grain. Re-fitted with smoked glass. Perfectly suited to either Residential or...
Oak, Smoked Glass