Question 1

What does Brandt sell?

Accepted Answer

Brandt manufactures and sells furniture. The company opened in 1901 in Hagerstown, Maryland. In 1985, the business shuttered, but employees reopened it a year later and have operated it ever since. Brandt is best known for producing wood tables and storage furniture. Find a collection of Brandt furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 2

What is Nick Brandt known for?

Accepted Answer

Nick Brandt is a professional photographer and well-known for his powerful black and white photography. His themes center around the disappearing natural world and how mankind is destroying it. Brandt has also created three books featuring his photographs and is the co-founder of Big Life Foundation, a group dedicated to protecting animals and the ecosystem of a large area of Kenya and Tanzania. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from some of the world’s top artists.

Question 3

Where is Brandt furniture made?

Accepted Answer

Brandt furniture is made at a factory in Hagerstown, Maryland. The company opened there in 1901. After briefly shuttering in 1985, the company reopened in 1986 under the ownership of its employees. Find a selection of Brandt furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 4

Is Stickley worth the price?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Stickley is generally worth the price. Online reviewers frequently state that the furniture maker's pieces hold up to the effects of daily use and continue to remain like new for years to come. And because Gustav Stickley is now regarded as one of the most important American designers in the first half of the 20th century, this can have a positive effect on the long-term value of the brand’s furniture. Indeed, Stickley furnishings tend to retain their value, allowing owners to recoup their investment if they ever decide to replace their furniture when redecorating or downsizing. Find a variety of Stickley furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 5

Is Stickley furniture handmade?

Accepted Answer

Yes, according to the Stickley website, its furniture is made of solid wood and handcrafted pieces from its current factory in Manlius, New York. The brand prides itself on not mass producing furniture, so it can get the attention and quality of skilled furniture makers. Shop a collection of Stickley furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 6

How can I spot a real Stickley?

Accepted Answer

To determine the authenticity of Stickley furniture, check for the maker’s mark. In this case, the mark is a joiner’s compass with the Flemish phrase “als ik kan”, which means “to the best of my ability”. Shop a collection of Stickley furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 7

Who makes Stickley furniture?

Accepted Answer

L. & J.G. Stickley, Inc. makes Stickley furniture. The company opened for business in 1900 and produces wood furniture using the same handcrafting techniques it has for over a century. The Audi family has owned the company since 1974. On 1stDibs, find a range of Stickley furniture.

Question 8

Where is Stickley furniture made?

Accepted Answer

Where Stickley furniture is made varies. The furniture maker reports that more than 90% of its pieces come from company-owned factories located in Manlius, New York, and Archdale, North Carolina. Only a small fraction of its furnishings are produced overseas in countries like Vietnam. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Stickley furniture.

Question 9

Are Stickley chairs marked?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Stickley chairs are usually marked. However, the markings changed over time. Early pieces have the brand burned onto the frame. Later pieces may show the name on a paper label, decal, metal plate or carved medallion. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Stickley furniture.

Question 10

Who bought Stickley furniture?

Accepted Answer

Alfred J. Audi and his family bought Stickley Furniture in 1974. Leopold and John George Stickley opened the company in 1900 and began producing furniture that helped define the American Arts and Crafts movement. Find a selection of Stickley furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What film does Nick Brandt use?

Accepted Answer

Nick Brandt has used a number of different types of film and cameras over the course of his career. He’s been known to shoot some of his projects with medium-format black and white film. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Nick Brandt photography from some of the world’s top sellers.

Question 12

Is Stickley a good furniture brand?

Accepted Answer

Whether Stickley is a good furniture brand is a matter of personal opinion. However, many people appreciate the quality of the hardwood and craftsmanship behind each Stickley piece. Gustav Stickley was one of the principal figures in the American Arts and Crafts movement and creator of the Craftsman style. As a furniture designer and publisher of the magazine The Craftsman, he adopted many of the ideals of the British design reform movement and popularized both its philosophy and its aesthetics in the United States. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique Stickley furniture.

Question 13

How can I tell if a Morris chair is a Stickley?

Accepted Answer

To tell if a Morris chair is a Stickley, look for the furniture designer's mark. Often, Gustav Stickley marked his pieces with a compass logo, his signature and the phrase "Als ik kan." The phrase roughly means "to the best of my ability." On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted Stickley chairs.

Question 14

What kind of wood is Stickley furniture?

Accepted Answer

Stickley furniture is made from a variety of wood types. However, the furniture manufacturer is best known for working with high-quality solid white oak wood. You'll find a collection of Stickley furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 15

Is Stickley furniture made in the USA?

Accepted Answer

Whether Stickley Furniture is made in the USA varies. Experts estimate that 90% of contemporary pieces are manufactured in the U.S. by artisans working at the company's factories in New York and North Carolina. The remainder comes from overseas factories. Antique and vintage Stickley furniture is typically American-made. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Stickley furniture from some of the world's top dealers.

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