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.
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Schumacher Marie Therese Eureka Woven Ziggurat Hand-Carved Beechwood Side Chair
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The Marie Therese side chair is a classic, timeless silhouette that features a hand-carved European beechwood frame. Woven at one of the leading linen mills in Belgium, this Schumach...
Linen, Polyester, Wood
$3,122 / item
Louis XVI Arm Chair in Piet Performance Linen
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The Louis XVI chair is a classic, timeless silhouette that features a hand-carved European beechwood frame and fluted legs. Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned ...
Beech
Vintage 1950s Upholstered Gio Ponti Italian Wing Chairs, Pair
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pair of exquisite Italian wing chairs are sure to elevate any interior space! Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned company has been synonymous with style, ...
Upholstery
Set of Four Louis XVI Caned Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Set of Four Louis XVI Caned Chairs. Handsome set of blonde wood carved chairs in the Louis XVI style from the 1920’s with wood peg and corner bloc...
Wood
1950s Italian Chiavari Brass Ballroom Chair
By Chiavari
Located in Buchanan, NY
A stunning Italian Mid-Century Modern brass ballroom chair with upholstered seat by Chiavari. This mid century brass ballroom chair by Chiavari is a mu...
Brass
$1,800
H 34.75 in W 17.25 in D 20 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Accent Chair in Floral Linen
Located in Astoria, NY
An exquisite late 19th-century petite accent side chair in the Louis XVI style, sourced from Provence, France. The hand-crafted frame features an elegant oval backrest and is finishe...
Fabric, Cotton, Linen, Wood, Hardwood, Paint
4 French Louis XVI Bleached Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
4 French Louis XVI style (20th Cent) bleached side chairs with white upholstery (PRICED EACH)
Upholstery, Wood
$1,355Sale Price|34% Off
H 38.59 in W 15.75 in D 14.97 in
19th Century Petite French Ballroom Side Chair, in Louis XVI Style
Located in Sofia, BG
Petite French ballroom side chair, in Louis XVI style having a giltwood frame with carved floral ornaments. The front legs are curved and the seat is semi round in front having a cus...
Wood
$2,400 / set
H 44 in W 17 in D 19 in
Pair of Italian Ladder Back Chairs with Woven Rush Seats, Gio Ponti attributed.
By (After) Gio Ponti
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Italian Walnut ladder back side chairs with woven rush seats, in the manner of Italian master designer, Gio Ponti. One seat needs a bit of attention to the front of the woven...
Rush, Wood, Walnut
Gio Ponti, Lounge Chairs, Velvet, Wood, Italy, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of red, brown, blue velvet and wood lounge chairs designed by Gio Ponti and produced by Dassi, Italy, 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair to distressed condition, reupholstery reco...
Velvet, Wood
$1,884 / set
H 31.5 in W 21.26 in D 19.69 in
Set of Two Bauhaus Cantilever Chrome Woven Rattan Side Chairs 1960s Italy
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Antwerp, BE
This pair of chairs was made in the 60s. It consist of a tubular chrome structure with cantilever base.The seat and the back are in woven rattan. A pretty classic reminiscent of the Cesca B32 model by Hungarian designer...
Chrome
Italian Brass Side Chair style of Gio Ponti Mid Century Modern
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Italian sculptural brass chair with a loose cushioned seat. Spindle back with curved arms. Very well made and unique. Style of Gio Ponti. The brass frame has a nice patina.
Brass
"Fireside" Chair by Gio Ponti for Casa e Giardino, Italy, 1930s
By Gio Ponti, Casa e Giardino
Located in Philadelphia, PA
"Fireside" Chair Gio Ponti Manufactured for Casa E Giardino Milan, Italy 1930's Rush Seat with Oak of Beech Wood Frame. "Chair is in good "original" as foundation condition. Chair...
Rush, Hardwood
French Louis XVI Mahogany Side Chairs
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of 20th century French Louis XVI-style mahogany side chairs with gilt trim and open backs with cane seats.
Mahogany
$18,000 / set
H 34.26 in W 18.12 in D 22.45 in
Set of 6 Fine French 1950s Leather-upholstered Dining Chairs
Located in Long Island City, NY
A set of six fine French Mid-Century side chairs with tapered legs adorned with bronze sabots and original leather upholstery.
Brass
Louis XVI Side Chair in Piet Performance Linen
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
The Louis XVI chair is a classic, timeless silhouette that features a hand-carved European beechwood frame and fluted legs. Since Schumacher was founded in 1889, our family-owned ...
Beech
Sold
H 23.63 in W 29.53 in D 18.9 in
Pair of 1970s Spanish Andalusian Woven Rattan Foot Stools w/ Schumacher Fabric
By Schumacher
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of vintage 1970s Spanish Andalusian woven rattan foot stools with Schumacher fabric upholstered seat cushions.
Fabric, Wicker
Sold
H 37 in W 17 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Salterini Style Metal Occasional Accent Chair
By Schumacher, Salterini
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern matte black metal wrought iron chair newly upholstered in a Schumacher black and tan stripe inspired by Geoffrey Beene. This stylish accent chair features a sculptural arched patterned back with angular curved legs. Graphic occasional accent chair...
Metal, Wrought Iron