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
Rustic Antique Hand-Carved Tri Leg Chair
Located in Round Top, TX
This fascinating rustic chair has a traditional tri-leg design with extensive hand-carved details, including scroll work along the seat and names that frame the back. Please examine the close up photos to appreciate the numerous carved aspects and unique hand-crafted workmanship of this truly one of a kind chair...
Wood
$1,893 / 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
$650 / item
H 29.53 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in
The Iconic Royal Blue MZO Chair in Beechwood by Mazo Design
Located in Geneve, CH
The Iconic Royal Blue MZO Chair in Beechwood by Mazo Design Dimensions: W 46 x D 50 x H 75 cm Materials: Beech. This iconic chair played a leading role in...
Other
Sculptural Side Chair with Woven Leather Seat
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Side chair, leather, stained wood, United States, 1950s Admirable handcrafted side chair from the 1950s. This chair features a combination of diverse shapes that create a wonderful ...
Leather, Wood
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 35 in W 17 in D 13 in
Gothic Revival English Solid Oak Singular Hand Carved Occasional Chair
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Solid Oak hand carved English Gothic Revival chair in excellent original condition. Sturdy and well proportioned. Skilfully carved with dowel and peg work joi...
Oak
$2,308 / set
H 37.41 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Set of Four Antique Queen Anne Side Chairs, Hand-Carved Wood, Original Silk
Located in Madrid, ES
A matched set of four Queen Anne style side chairs, with urn-shaped pierced back splats. The wood furniture has great character - well constructed and solid, with a rustic handmade q...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Beechwood Chiavari Chair 1940s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage extra high back vintage side chair Chiavari from beechwood with partly gilded rests at the surface. The beautiful chair shows a hand - caned seat. good vi...
Beech
$1,576
H 30.32 in W 17.33 in D 15.75 in
1970s Vintage Italian Cantilever Chair with Hand-Woven Cane & Chrome
Located in London, England
Vintage cantilever chair with hand woven seat and sheet caned back. Manufactured in Italy, 1970s. Made from a singular tube which curves geometrically to create an incredibly strikin...
Stainless Steel
French Louis XV Carved Side Chair
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
A lovely Louis XV chair with a framed back adorned with carved rosettes at each corner and additional carving on the arched crest rail. The apron is also carved with a frieze along t...
$2,800Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 41 in W 22 in D 21 in
Pair of Phyllis Morris Ivory Glazed Carved Side Chairs
By Phyllis Morris
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Venetian style carved wood and ivory glazed grotto chairs with pierced backs and stylized laurel leaf carved legs. Seats covered in a black and gold striped...
Wood
Antique French Carved Wood Gilt Side Chair, circa 1870-1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French carved wood gilt side chair, circa 1870-1880 FOC061.
Tapestry
$1,713 / set
H 32.68 in W 16.54 in D 17.92 in
Ornate Pair of Important Hand Carved Giltwood Occasional Chairs Phoenix Harp
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of very important looking hand carved with giltwood accents occasional chairs These are very decorative side chairs, I’m sur...
Upholstery, Hardwood
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