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Schumacher Tapestries

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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.

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Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Large Linen Textile Swatch 1955 Signed, Schumacher
Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Large Linen Textile Swatch 1955 Signed, Schumacher

Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Large Linen Textile Swatch 1955 Signed, Schumacher

By Schumacher, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Panel swatch dating to frank Lloyd wright’s original 1955 collection for Schumacher. "Design 102" Extremely rare original large scale fabric swatch. This swatch is also in the collec...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Schumacher Tapestries

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Linen

Frank Lloyd Wright Schumacher Sheer Textile Panel Curtain, Drape, Tapestry, 1955
Frank Lloyd Wright Schumacher Sheer Textile Panel Curtain, Drape, Tapestry, 1955

Frank Lloyd Wright Schumacher Sheer Textile Panel Curtain, Drape, Tapestry, 1955

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Schumacher

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Frank Lloyd Wright Schumacher Sheer textile panel, curtain or drapery. Extremely rare panel, large scale. Dana House fabric panel, #14730 (1955 / 1986) Measures: 4' 10" W x 7' 11" L.  

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mission Schumacher Tapestries

Materials

Textile

Frank Lloyd Wright for Schumacher, Imperial Peacock, Tokyo, Textile Tapestry
Frank Lloyd Wright for Schumacher, Imperial Peacock, Tokyo, Textile Tapestry

Frank Lloyd Wright for Schumacher, Imperial Peacock, Tokyo, Textile Tapestry

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Schumacher

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Frank Lloyd Wright for Schumacher Tokyo Imperial Hotel Geometric Textile Frank Lloyd Wright for Schumacher Imperial Peacock Textile. 54" x 80". Wright...

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Mid-20th Century American Prairie School Schumacher Tapestries

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Schumacher Four Yards of Vintage Chintz, Original Chandler Price Tag
Schumacher Four Yards of Vintage Chintz, Original Chandler Price Tag

Schumacher Four Yards of Vintage Chintz, Original Chandler Price Tag

By Schumacher

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Rare Schumacher vintage Chintz. Gorgeous flowers in vases patterned chintz. Retains the original Chandler, Boston price tag. Four yards. Signed on the s...

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Frank Lloyd Wright Schumacher Sheer Textile Oversized Sample Reference, 1986
Frank Lloyd Wright Schumacher Sheer Textile Oversized Sample Reference, 1986

Frank Lloyd Wright Schumacher Sheer Textile Oversized Sample Reference, 1986

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Schumacher

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Frank Lloyd Wright Schumacher Sheer textile oversized sample reference, 1955 / 1986. Extremely rare set of large scale sheers (which are miniaturized...

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Late 20th Century American Mission Schumacher Tapestries

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Textile

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

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Located in Brooklyn, NY

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Schumacher tapestries for sale on 1stDibs.

Schumacher tapestries are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Schumacher tapestries, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original tapestries by Schumacher were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider tapestries by and Frank Lloyd Wright. Prices for Schumacher tapestries can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,800 and can go as high as $6,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,750.