Emerging in reaction to industrialization and mass production, the Arts and Crafts movement celebrated handcrafted design as a part of daily life. The history of Arts and Crafts furniture has roots in 1860s England with an emphasis on natural motifs and simple flourishes like mosaics and carvings. This work is characterized by plain construction that showcases the hand of the artisan.
The earliest American Arts and Crafts furniture dates back to the start of the 20th century. Designers working in this style in the United States initially looked to ideas put forth by The Craftsman, a magazine published by Wisconsin native Gustav Stickley, a furniture maker and founder of the Craftsman style. Stickley’s furniture was practical and largely free of ornament. His Craftsman style drew on French Art Nouveau as well as the work he encountered on his travels in England. There, the leading designers of the Arts and Crafts movement included William Morris, who revived historical techniques such as embroidery and printed fabrics in his furnishings, and Charles Voysey, whose minimal approach was in contrast to the ornamentation favored in the Victorian era.
American Arts and Crafts work would come to involve a range of influences unified by an elevation of traditional craftsmanship. The furniture was often built from sturdy woods like oak and mahogany while featuring details such as inlaid metal, tooled leather and ceramic tiles. The style in the United States was led by Stickley, whose clean-lined chairs and benches showcased the grain of the wood, and furniture maker Charles Rohlfs, who was informed by international influences like East Asian and French Art Nouveau design.
Hubs in America included several utopian communities such as Rose Valley in Pennsylvania and the Byrdcliffe Arts and Crafts Colony in New York, where craftspeople made furniture that prioritized function over any decoration. Their work would influence designers and architects including Frank Lloyd Wright, who built some of the most elegant and iconic structures in the United States and likewise embraced a thoughtful use of materials in his furniture.
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M H Baillie Scott. An Exceptional Pair of Arts & Crafts Sliding Doors
Located in London, GB
M. H. Baillie Scott, attributed An exceptional pair of Arts and Crafts exterior sliding doors, forming part of a larger architectural set by attribution to M. H. Baillie Scott. A s...
Iron
Antique & Large Hand-Forged Wrought Iron Art Nouveau Gazebo or Garden Gloriette
Located in Lisse, NL
Very rare, hand forged, wrought iron, architectural garden pergola. If you appreciate the time, the effort and the quality of the workmanship that early 20th century craftsman put i...
Wrought Iron
One of four "Liberty" Italian Stained Glass door- window Panel, Italy 1900 ca.
Located in Sacile, PN
One of four "Liberty" Italian Stained Glass door- window Panel, Italy 1900 c Measure: Each door/panel measures height cm. 190, width cm. 5...
Lead
Grueby Faience St George and the Dragon Tile
Located in Riverdale, NY
Grueby Faience St George and the Dragon Tile circa 1905. Vibrantly colored glazed earthenware circa 1905. Lovely period example.
Earthenware
An exceptional period pair of Arts & Crafts hand hammered & wrought iron gates
Located in London, GB
An exceptional pair of Arts and Crafts hand-hammered and hand-wrought iron gates with scrolling floral decoration to the top with some of the widest tight scroll work decoration I ha...
Wrought Iron
A set of four Arts and Crafts cast iron rain hoppers
Located in London, GB
A set of four Arts and Crafts cast iron rain hoppers, each with a raised Tudor rose motif to the front. Recently bead-blasted and finished with a weather-r...
Iron
2 Petite Pairs of Reclaimed Oak Arched Domed Window Storm Shutters 17" x 33"
Located in Dayton, OH
Two matching pairs of vintage window storm shutters. Made of oak with an arch shaped with axe head shaped cut outs. Contemporary hinges. Dimensions: 16.75" x 0.75" x 32.5" (Width x ...
Oak
Antique Quality Hand Carved Solid Wood Overdoor Panel with Deer and Grape Motif
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful and perfectly hand carved overdoor panel. This hand-carved wooden panel is a finely crafted decorative element, distinguished by its ba...
Wood
Four Cast Iron Consoles/Radiator Covers from The Royal Liverpool School of Music
Located in London, GB
Four Arts and Crafts cast iron radiator covers or console tables were made by The Liverpool and Macclesfield Cast Iron Co in the 1860s. Pleas...
Iron
Arts & Crafts Nature Scene on a Raised Relief Glazed Tile
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rarely available Arts & Crafts-period glazed tile features a stag standing on the lakeshore against a mountain backdrop. Its more-than-foot-long size makes it ideal for placemen...
Ceramic
Large Hand Forged Wrought Iron Candle Chandelier for Dining Room, Restaurant Etc
Located in Lisse, NL
Museum quality, forged in fire, Medieval castle-design chandelier. This excellent quality AND condition pendant is all hand-forged and its design and perfect execution lifts it abov...
Wrought Iron
Attributed to Edwin Lutyens - Architectural Joinery salvaged from Deanery Garden
Located in Alton, GB
Early Lutyens houses like this are very important to Arts & Crafts architecture, and original interior joinery rarely enters the market. An important section of Arts and Crafts o...
Oak
Dr C Dresser, Kenrick A Pair of Aesthetic Movement Cast Iron Torii Style Handles
Located in London, GB
Dr C Dresser, for Kenrick A rare pair of Aesthetic Movement finely cast iron handles, with Torii-gate style pulls. Made by Kenrick and Sons iron works...
Iron
Arts & Crafts Style Decorative Cast Iron Angular Fence or Staircase Bannister
Located in London, GB
An Arts & Crafts style decorative cast and wrought iron angular staircase Bannister with circular radiating details centered with stylized floral l...
Wrought Iron
English Arts & Crafts Stained Glass Window
Located in Queens, NY
English Arts & Crafts Stained glass and leaded window featuring a viking sailboat in a grid of clear panels.
Lead
English Arts & Crafts Oak Fire Surround with Flaring Cornice & Floral Carving
Located in London, GB
A good Arts & Crafts oak fire surround with a flaring cornice and three central shaped supports flanked by stylized floral carvings to the tops with a central beveled mirror, curved ...
Mirror, Oak
C R Ashbee, Attributed Arts & Craft Cast Iron Fireplace with Eight Kissing Doves
Located in London, GB
C R Ashbee, attributed. An Arts & Crafts cast iron fireplace, central circular mirror with stylised copper frame overlooked by twin kissing doves with displ...
Iron
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Back Bar with Leaded Glass Cornucopia C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts bar back offers mahogany construction with shaped crown having central carved fruit and nut medallion flanked by leaded stained and slag glass panels with cornu...
Lead
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Arts & Crafts Brass Tooled Celtic Themed Fireplace Bungalow Mantle
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Fine Arts & Crafts mantel (fireplace) example with dark patina brass. Salvaged from old bungalow of the period. Subtle details and understated elegance, circa 1905-1910.
Brass
Blue Mural Marble and Glass Mosaic with Jellyfish Design
By Alexander's Collection, Alexander Anisimov
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Blue Mural Marble and Glass Mosaic with Jellyfish Design Elevate your interior to an immersive underwater sanctuary with our Blue Mural Marble and Glass Mosaic, featuring an etherea...
Art Glass
Vintage 1950 Brass Mermaid Door Knocker, Unique Arts and Crafts Style
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Brass Door Knocker in the Shape of a Mermaid This is an unusual door knocker, it is installed by hooking it over 2 screw heads, it is then operated by flicking the mermaid’s body ...
Brass
$364Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of Arts & Crafts Door Knobs
Located in London, GB
A pair of Arts & Crafts brass door knobs with shield shaped back plates. Supplied with square bar to fit locks. Projection from door: 2 inches - 5 cm.
Brass
$4,463Sale Price|24% Off
Rare Arts & Crafts Brass Fireplace Mantel Screen with Scroll Leaf & Shell Motif
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare all brass Arts & Crafts fireplace mantel screen from England with scrolling leaves and shell medallion motif. Highly creative statement mantel that can be used as intended or as...
Brass
Cast Iron Outdoor Bell on Bracket, Arts and Crafts Style, 1920, Rustic
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Cast Iron Out Door Bell on Bracket This is well weathered out Door Bull Bell on a decorative iron wall bracket, this is a good bell complete with clapper, it is in a weathered con...
Iron
Large Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with flowers wines This piece is part of a suite, I have in...
Sycamore
Simple Polished Cast Iron Fireplace
Located in London, GB
A simple, yet elegant polished cast iron fireplace. The half rounded pilasters surmounted by plain frieze and molded shelf, English, circa...
Iron
Rare Antique Hand Carved Oak Fireplace Mantel Surround w. Horns of Plenty & More
Located in Lisse, NL
Exceptional antique fire-place mantle with rare and marvelous deep carvings. If you are a collector of rare and great looking architectural antiques then this good size and great c...
Wood, Oak
Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Double Flower Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with double flower detail This piece is part of a suite, I ...
Sycamore
Midcentury Stained Glass Window Panels by Rainbow Studios NY, circa 1965 #5
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Mid-Century Modern adaption of stained glass window panels by Rainbow Studios NY. 6 available just one in this listing, see other listings for the entir...
Lead
Handmade Terracotta Foundation Stones, Arts and Crafts Style, 1881
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
3 Hand Made Terracotta foundation stones AD1881 These Tile stones would look fantastic incorporated into the fabric of a suitable building or alternatively they would make a lovel...
Terracotta
Collectable Antique Hand Carved Butterfly Boarder Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block which is long for butterfly borders. This piece is part of a suite, I have included a picture a...
Sycamore
Swirly Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with swirly detailing This piece is part of a suite, I have...
Sycamore
Louis Sullivan Cast Iron Elevator Casing from the Chicago Stock Exchange, 1893
By Louis Sullivan
Located in Sharon, CT
These cast iron fragments are all that remains from an architectural masterpiece.
Iron
Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Blue Flower Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with blue flower detail This piece is part of a suite, I ha...
Sycamore
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
Rustic Arts & Crafts Hand Tooled Copper Fireplace Fender Surround
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare, rustic Arts & Crafts fireplace fender/surround exudes old world patina and richness. Masterfully hand tooled piece well constructed and maintaining originality.
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Stained Glass Window #6 by Rainbow Studios NY, circa 1965
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous stained glass windows, 6 available, one posted separately in this listing. Rainbow Studios of Nyack NY did them in the mid sixties for a home i...
Lead
Midcentury Stained Glass Window Panels by Rainbow Studios NY, circa 1965 #2
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Stunning set of stained glass window panels. This listing is for 1 panel. We have 6 available, all in separate listings. Fabulous colors a...
Lead
$2,320Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of English Arts & Crafts Stain Glass Windows with Crest Shields
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare Arts & Crafts pair of stained glass windows with shield motif. Beautifully constructed and in good original condition with no wood r...
Stained Glass
$400 / item
Antique French Iron Chain
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French iron chain, circa 1900, runs total of 38 inches in length. Welded iron chain with 3 inch high links. Price is for one 38 inch length...
Iron
Collection of 7 Mixed Victorian Ceramic Tiles 7 Lovely Tiles
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A collection of 7 mixed Victorian ceramic tiles. 7 Lovely tiles in generally good condition, a couple of tiny nibbles only The tiles are 1...
Ceramic
Arts & Crafts Set of 4 Patinated Brass Strap Hinges
Located in Petworth, GB
A set of 4 Arts and Crafts strap hinges with stylised flower head and raised heart detail. Patinated brass. Length 46cm Width 10cm flower head 8.5cm
Brass
Unusual Arts and Crafts House Shutters, Old Red Paint
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Arts and Crafts House Shutters, old red paint, nice patina. Great design, Four smaller matching shutters measure 36" H x...
Wood
Very Rare Antique Hand Carved Butterfly Boarder Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block which is long for butterfly borders. This piece is part of ...
Sycamore
Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Twelve Flower Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with twelve flower detail This piece is part of a suite, I ...
Sycamore
Small Scrolled Firegrate in the Arts & Crafts Manner
Located in London, GB
A small scrolled firegrate in the Arts & Crafts manner. The shaped legs surmounted by square uprights and bowed top bar. Scrolled finials to front and rear. Antiqued finish. Modern. ...
Iron
VERY COLLECTABLE ANTIQUE HAND CARVED SWiRLY BOARDER PRINTING BLOCK FOR WALLPAPER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block which is long for floral borders This piece is part of a s...
Sycamore
FINE VERY COLLECTABLE ANTIQUE HAND CARVED FLORAL PRINTiNG BLOCK FOR WALLPAPER
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with flowers wines This piece is part of a suite, I have i...
Sycamore
Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Boarder Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block which is long for floral boarders This piece is part of a s...
Wood
Late 19th Century Wrought Iron Firegrate from the Arts & Crafts Movement
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century wrought iron firegrate from the Arts & Crafts movement. The oval basket with domed finials, barley twist front bars and decorative scrolled wrought ironwork below...
Iron
Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Leaf Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with leaf detailing. This piece is part of a suite, I have included a picture above of all the ...
Sycamore
Oval Very Collectable Antique Hand Carved Floral Printing Block for Wallpaper
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this hand carved in sycamore wood printing block with flowers wines This piece is part of a suite, I have included a picture above of all the ot...
Sycamore