Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

American, 1867-1959

Without question the greatest architect the United States has ever produced, Frank Lloyd Wright and his philosophy of “organic architecture” — of buildings that exist in harmony with their natural surroundings — had a profound influence on the shape of modern life.

Wright gave us some of the most elegant and iconic buildings in America: residences such as Fallingwater, in rural Pennsylvania, the Robie House in Chicago, and Taliesin, Wright’s own home; and masterful institutional structures that include the Unity Temple in Oak Park, Illinois, the Johnson Wax headquarters in Racine, Wisconsin, and the Guggenheim Museum in New York. Whenever possible, Wright designed the furniture for his projects, to ensure an affinity between a building’s exterior and interior.

Wright’s wooden chairs and tables for his “Prairie Houses” of the early 1900s have sleek, attenuated forms, influenced by both the simplicity of traditional Japanese design and the work of Gustav Stickley and other designers of the Arts and Crafts movement.

For Taliesin and several residential projects, Wright designed severely geometric chairs that are marvels of reductivist design. He revisited many of these forms in the 1950s in furniture licensed to the North Carolina firm Henredon, adding a decorative frieze-like element to the edges of tables and stools. Owing to a cross-licensing agreement between Henredon and Heritage at the time, Wright's lines of the era are usually labeled Heritage-Henredon.

The works on 1stDibs also show how happily Wright embraced new forms and materials. His desks and chairs for Johnson Wax have a streamlined look and use tubular steel to the same effect as designer Warren McArthur, who collaborated with Wright in the interiors of the Arizona Biltmore Hotel. For the Price Tower (1956) in Oklahoma, Wright designed angular wooden desks as well as upholstered pedestal chairs made of chromed steel — audacious furniture for his tallest completed building project.

The beauty of Frank Lloyd Wright’s furniture designs is that while many of us wish we could live in one of his houses, his vintage sofas, storage cabinets and armchairs connect us directly to his architecture, and to the history he made.

Creator: Frank Lloyd Wright

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation NYC Museum of Modern Art Mug plates & Tokyo 1998

$1,135 / set

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation NYC Museum of Modern Art Mug plates & Tokyo 1998

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Tokyo Breakfast Set of 4 Mugs, 8 Plates Metropitan Museum of Art by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1989, Set of 12 Porcelain breakfast set by Frank Lloyd Wright for the Imperial Hotel, Tokyo D...

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1990s Organic Modern Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

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Porcelain

Rock Handmade Ceramic Coffee Mugs - Set of 2 - Black & White Splatterware

$273 / item

H 3.94 in Dm 3.94 in

Rock Handmade Ceramic Coffee Mugs - Set of 2 - Black & White Splatterware

By OWO Ceramics

Located in Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires, AR

Beautifully handmade ceramic mugs designed to enhance the lovely experience of drinking well-made coffee. Beautiful to look at and highly functional, each handmade pottery mug is in...

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2010s Argentine Modern Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Clay

Frank Lloyd Wright Imperial Hotel Dinnerware, Tokyo — Designed c. 1922

$14,000 / set

H 1 in Dm 10.5 in

Frank Lloyd Wright Imperial Hotel Dinnerware, Tokyo — Designed c. 1922

By Noritake, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Chicago, IL

Frank Lloyd Wright Imperial Hotel Dinnerware, Tokyo — Designed c. 1922 Porcelain Set of 64 Noritake for the Frank Lloyd Wright Coll...

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1920s Japanese Art Nouveau Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Pablo Picasso "Face" Bowls and Plate Great Wall Mounted Modern Art

$1,250 / set

H 2.25 in Dm 9 in

Pablo Picasso "Face" Bowls and Plate Great Wall Mounted Modern Art

By (after) Pablo Picasso

Located in Atlanta, GA

Set of Five Ceramic Pieces, after Pablo Picasso's art of the 1960s, these are from an authorized collection put out by Picasso's family in the 1990s. They would look great mounted on...

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1990s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

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Ceramic

Dotty Mug in Terracotta, Ceramics

$55 / item

H 3.55 in Dm 3.15 in

Dotty Mug in Terracotta, Ceramics

By Louise Roe

Located in London, GB

Rustic and full of charm, our Dotty collection is handmade in Southern Italy. Inspired by an antique terracotta fragment found by Louise on her travels, shop the full dinnerware coll...

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2010s Italian Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Massimo Vignelli for Heller Mid Century Modern Plates and Mugs for Six

$225 / set

H 1 in Dm 9.88 in

Massimo Vignelli for Heller Mid Century Modern Plates and Mugs for Six

By Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Heller

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Iconic sixties design by Massimo and Lella Vignelli of stacking plates and mugs manufactured by Heller. This set consists of 6 dinner plates and 6 mugs in a sunshine yellow color. Al...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

Materials

Plastic

Antique George V Sterling Silver Pint Mug, Art Deco, London 1920

$3,349

H 6.2 in W 5.9 in D 4.2 in

Antique George V Sterling Silver Pint Mug, Art Deco, London 1920

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique George V English sterling silver pint mug, part of our wine and drink related silverware collection. This exceptional antique George V sterling silver pint mug has a bell shaped form onto a circular spreading foot. The lower portion of the mug is embellished with impressive applied alternating strap work designs, each ornamented with bud designs on a matte background. The body of this large silver mug is further encircled with an embossed girdle in addition to an applied moulded border to the upper rim. This mug is fitted with an opposing scroll handle with a leaf decorated thumb piece and a scrolling lower terminal. This antique mug...

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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Oversized Mug & Saucer

$120 / set

H 4 in Dm 7 in

Oversized Mug & Saucer

Located in New York, NY

Oversized Mug & Saucer blue & white Splatterware. American mid 20th century. Measures: 7" W 5" D x 4" H plate is 8.5" diameter 1.25" height.

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Mid-20th Century American Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Just Andersen, Art Deco pewter mug. Approx. from 1930.

$200

H 6.3 in Dm 3.55 in

Just Andersen, Art Deco pewter mug. Approx. from 1930.

Located in København, Copenhagen

Just Andersen, Art Deco pewter mug. Model 2204/16. Approximately from 1930. In excellent condition with minimal signs of use. Marked. Dimensions: H 16.0 cm. x D 9.0 without handle.

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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

Materials

Pewter

Arzberg, Germany, Chromatics Coffee Set with Mug and Two Plates

$360

H 0.79 in Dm 7.49 in

Arzberg, Germany, Chromatics Coffee Set with Mug and Two Plates

Located in København, Copenhagen

Arzberg, Germany, Chromatics coffee set with a mug and two plates in shades of purple and pink. Late 20th century. Mug measures H 7.5 cm. x D 10.5 cm. including handle Largest pl...

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Late 20th Century German Modern Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

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Porcelain

Tiffany Sterling Silver Centerpiece Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright

$16,280Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.88 in Dm 16 in

Tiffany Sterling Silver Centerpiece Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Tiffany & Co., Pampaloni

Located in New York, NY

Spare and Modern sterling silver geometric centerpiece after design by Frank Lloyd Wright. Retailed by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Large and detachable shallow cone set in small shall...

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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Salt & Pepper Shakers Designed by Russel Wright for Chase Art Deco

$175 / set

H 2 in Dm 2 in

Pair of Salt & Pepper Shakers Designed by Russel Wright for Chase Art Deco

By Russel Wright, Chase and Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Fantastic pair of polished chome art Deco shakers designed by Russel Wright for Chase with screwoff on bottoms simple elegant and a rare set to find.

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20th Century American Art Deco Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

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Chrome

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn / Reijmyre, Sweden. Set of five plates in art glass

$480 / set

H 0.79 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn / Reijmyre, Sweden. Set of five plates in art glass

Located in København, Copenhagen

Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn / Reijmyre, Sweden. A set of five plates in art glass. Modernist design. Bottle green. Approximately 1960. Perfect condition. Dimensions: Diameter 18.0 ...

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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

Materials

Art Glass

Previously Available Items

Eight Frank Lloyd Wright For Tiffany Coffee Mugs

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H 3.5 in Dm 3 in

Eight Frank Lloyd Wright For Tiffany Coffee Mugs

By Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Pasadena, TX

A set of eight coffee mugs based on the designs of Frank Lloyd Wright and made by Tiffany & Co. White with gold designs and trim.

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Late 20th Century American Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

Materials

Gold

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Questions About Frank Lloyd Wright Tableware

What is Frank Lloyd Wright style?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Frank Lloyd Wright broke away from Victorian-era architecture and created “Prairie-Style” out of the belief that there should be fewer, larger rooms that flowed easily. He was also a key player in the Art Deco movement. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Frank Lloyd Wright pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What style is Frank Lloyd Wright?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
The style of Frank Lloyd Wright’s work is Prairie style. The architect pioneered the style, which draws inspiration from the natural beauty of the landscapes of the Midwest region of the U.S. Wright's design philosophy emphasized organic architecture, with buildings existing in harmony with their natural surroundings. His approach to architectural design had a profound influence on the shape of modern life, both while he was actively designing buildings and during the decades that followed. Shop a diverse assortment of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
Did Frank Lloyd Wright make furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, Frank Lloyd Wright designed furniture. He believed that the interior of a home should complement its exterior. As a result, he created unique pieces for many of the buildings he designed. Some of his most notable pieces include the Taliesin Group cabinet and the Allen table. Find a range of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
Does Frank Lloyd Wright make lamps?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Frank Lloyd Wright made lamps. A stained-glass lamp he designed in the early 1900s was found at an antique shop in Chicago, abandoned during World War II. The lamp went on to break records at Christie’s auction, selling for over $700,000 in 1998. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Frank Lloyd Wright pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What materials did Frank Lloyd Wright use?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Frank Lloyd Wright used a variety of materials. For his homes and commercial buildings, the American architect favored natural materials and obtained them from local sources whenever possible. Some materials commonly featured in Wright's buildings include concrete, zinc, glass bricks, stone and wood. Wright’s wooden chairs and tables for his “Prairie Houses” of the early 1900s have sleek, attenuated forms, influenced by both the simplicity of traditional Japanese design and the work of Gustav Stickley and other designers of the Arts and Crafts movement. His desks and chairs for Johnson Wax have a streamlined look and feature tubular steel. Shop a variety of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
Where is Frank Lloyd Wright's most famous house?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Frank Lloyd Wright's most famous house is arguably in Mill Run, a small community located in the Laurel Highlands region of southwestern Pennsylvania. Wright designed the home, called Fallingwater, in 1935 for the Kaufman family, who founded and owned a department store chain. Located around 70 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, the home is now open for daily tours. Just 7 miles away from Fallingwater is a second Frank Lloyd Wright home, Kentuck Knob. Designed in 1954, it was formerly the home of the Hagan family, who were friends with the Kaufmans. Explore a range of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
How many homes did Frank Lloyd Wright design?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
Frank Lloyd Wright designed more than 1,000 homes and other structures over the course of his life. However, only about 400 of those designs were ever built. Some of his most famous homes include Fallingwater, the Frederick C. Robie House, the Hollyhock House, the Darwin D. Martin House and Taliesin. Explore a diverse assortment of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.
How many Frank Lloyd Wright buildings are left?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
Around 430 Frank Lloyd Wright buildings are left. The American architect designed thousands of buildings throughout his career, but only 511 of his works were ever built. Some of these were lost to natural disasters, while others were demolished by their owners. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture.
What is the difference between Le Corbusier and Frank Lloyd Wright?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The main difference between Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier is the architects’ philosophy. Frank Lloyd Wright helped pioneer organic architecture—buildings that coexist harmoniously with their natural surroundings. As a result, he often preferred to use natural and even local materials in his buildings and furniture. Le Corbusier was more progress-minded and sought to impose rational order on the world's chaos through design. He focused on designs for living in modern urban settings. In his furniture, he tended to blend natural and human-made materials, such as tubular chrome and genuine leather. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier furniture.
What is Frank Lloyd Wright's style of architecture called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Frank Lloyd Wright's architecture style was known as the Prairie Style; his principles led to a better life for all. From low-pitched roofs to overhanging eaves against closed-in Victorian era designs, prevalent in their confined spaces, among other things. Find vintage and modern Frank Lloyd Wright's pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What style of furniture did Frank Lloyd Wright use?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
The style of furniture that Frank Lloyd Wright used varied. Wright's wooden chairs and tables for his “Prairie Houses” of the early 1900s have sleek, attenuated forms, influenced by both the simplicity of traditional Japanese design and the work of Gustav Stickley and other designers of the Arts and Crafts movement. For several residential projects, Wright designed severely geometric chairs that are marvels of reductivist design. For the Price Tower in Oklahoma, Wright designed angular wooden desks as well as upholstered pedestal chairs made of chromed steel that are more in line with the mid-century modern style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture.
How many Frank Lloyd Wright houses are in Pennsylvania?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
There are four Frank Lloyd Wright houses in Pennsylvania. They include Fallingwater in Stewart Township, Kentuck Knob in Ohiopyle, Suntop Homes in Ardmore and the Don Duncan House in Acme. In addition, Wright designed the Francis Little House Library in Allentown and the Beth Sholom Synagogue in Elkins Park. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture.
Why is the Robie House by Frank Lloyd Wright called Prairie-style architecture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
The Robie House by Frank Lloyd Wright is called Prairie-style architecture because of its characteristics. Wright pioneered Prairie-style architecture by designing homes in the Midwest using inspiration from the prairie landscapes found in the region. The earthy colors and organic textures of the Robie House’s brick, stucco and wood materials bring to mind the color of the prairies, and its low-pitched roof, strong horizontal lines and elongated rectangular windows reflect the flatness of the terrain. Inside, the home features wide-open spaces that provide extended sight lines similar to how you can see far into the distance when gazing out across a flat prairie. Shop a collection of Frank Lloyd Wright furniture on 1stDibs.