Schumacher is an esteemed American textile company known for its fine pillows, wallpaper and carpets. The family-owned business is still managed by its founder’s descendants. While committed to its history and traditions, the brand has evolved to maintain its vaulted status for more than 130 years.
Schumacher was established in 1889 in New York by Frederic Schumacher, who was born in France and moved to America that same year. By 1898, the Gilded Age elite were patrons of the company’s exquisite imported European fabrics. Schumacher became one of the first to produce luxury textiles in America and its fabrics began appearing in upscale properties like the Waldorf-Astoria hotel.
Schumacher grew in prestige in the early 20th century due to its partnerships with top designers such as Josef Frank and Dorothy Draper. Its textiles graced the White House and captured the attention of leading decorators, including Edith Wharton and Elsie de Wolfe.
In the 1920s, Schumacher was a favorite at Mar-a-Lago estates and Newport’s ritzy summer cottages. In the 1930s, French fashion designer Paul Poiret helped usher in the company’s Art Deco era. Schumacher textiles could be found on the sets of Hollywood films, most notably the Hydrangea Drape wallpaper in Gone with the Wind.
After World War II, Schumacher began a decades-long partnership with designer Vera Neumann, whose scarves were worn by the likes of Marilyn Monroe and Grace Kelly. In 1955, legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright developed a textile line with Schumacher. Known as the Taliesin line, it was the first commercial venture of the architect’s career.
In 2011, Andrew and Stephen Puschel became the fifth generation of Schumacher’s descendants to join the family business. The company continues to exemplify a spirit of innovation by partnering with exciting modern designers like Miles Redd, Mary McDonald, David Kaihoi, Veere Grenney and David Oliver. Under the creative direction of Dara Caponigro, Schumacher has also partnered with the biannual luxury interiors magazine Cabana.
On 1stDibs, find Schumacher textiles, wall decorations, rugs and more.
Decorative Table Mat with Velvet Tibetan Tiger
By The Tailored Home, Schumacher
Located in Greenwich, CT
This bold and eclectic mat is made with Schumacher’s Jokhang Tiger Velvet fabric. It features a Tibetan tiger motif amidst a blue striped pattern background. We found that along with being a decorative element the mat works well as a mouse pad...
Velvet
Art Glass Heart Paperweight Decorative Object
By Robert Held
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and substantial art glass heart paperweight or decorative object by artist Robet Held, circa late-20th century. Heart is a light blue art glass with touches of blue and p...
Art Glass
$48 / item
H 0.4 in W 6.7 in D 3.35 in
Handcrafted Brass Gingko Leaf Decorative Paperweight with Bronze Patina
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Beautiful hand cast gingko leaf in patinated brass paperweight. Each of these brass leaves are handmade individually with incredible detail. Cast using ve...
Brass
$1,200
H 3 in W 6 in D 4.5 in
Tortoise Shell Decorative Box with Paw Feet. Tortoise Shell With Bun Feet.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Tortoise shell decorative box with bun feet. We have other tortoise boxes similar in form that would be a lovely collection. Feel free to call or email with questions. Priced per b...
Tortoise Shell
$41 / item
H 0.2 in W 7.49 in D 2.56 in
Handcrafted Brass Leaf Decorative Paperweight with Bronze Patina
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Handmade cast brass leaf with stunning details, a beautiful bronze patina finish and polished highlights. Ideal as an elegant paperweight or just a charming decorative object. Each ...
Brass
$943
H 3.55 in W 2.76 in D 2.76 in
Italian Tiger’s Eye and Gilt 800 Silver Table Lighter by Mazzetti Milano, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Refined Italian table lighter crafted in magnificent natural tiger’s eye and finished with elegant gilt 800 silver mounts. Produced in Milan during the 1950s and bearing the original...
Agate, Marble, Silver
Handmade Decorative Medium Egg with Base in Paonazzo Marble
By Fiammetta V.
Located in Carrara, IT
Decorative full medium egg in Paonazzo marble (base included). Each piece is in a way unique (every marble block is different in veins and shades) and handmade by Italian artisans sp...
Marble
Decorative Brass Pomegranate Paperweight
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautifully handcrafted decorative brass pomegranate brunch with leaves.
Brass
Lucite Obelisk Decorative Object
Located in New York, NY
A Lucite obelisk decorative object, in the Modern style, circa late-20th century. A great decorative object for a deck, office, library, shelf, cocktail table, etc. Obelisk measures: 8" Height. Other items shown in images also available, search 1stDibs ref. #s: Black and White marble pyramid, ref. #: LU1314223512602 Lucite & 1970s Pennies Paperweight...
Lucite
Gucci Geometric G Desk Mat
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gucci Geometric G red white and blue canvas desk mat / Made in Italy Original mark stamped underside, comes in original box Length: 23 inches / Width: 14 inches 1 available in stock ...
Glass
$1,060
H 1.19 in W 5.91 in D 3.75 in
Fontana Arte Glass paperweight with two decorative silver coins, Italy 1958
By Fontana Arte
Located in Milan, IT
Fontana Arte Glass paperweight with two decorative silver coins, Italy 1958 This paperweight was made as a souvenir for the 50th anniversary of the Italian A.E.C Electrical company.
Silver
Pair of decorative table frames, brass, circa 1880
Located in Wien, AT
Wonderful pair of rare stand/table frames, made circa 1890. The construction is made of brass, into which a glass plate has been inserted, in between is place for the image you hav...
Brass
$3,715 / set
H 4.93 in W 14.18 in D 8.67 in
Antique Rare Rosewood Decorative Writing Slope With Secret Compartments
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Stunning & Rare Victorian Hand-Crafted Rosewood Decorative Inlaid Writing Slope With Secret Compartments Decorated throughout with beautiful decorative inlay with a blue toole...
Brass
Suteur for Schumacher & Co. Carrara Marble Bust of a Young Woman
By Schumacher
Located in Astoria, NY
Carrara marble bust by Suteur for Schumacher & Co., depicting a young woman. The piece was made during the late 19th century and is marked 'Suteur' on the reverse and has a bronze 'S...
Carrara Marble