Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
ADIRONDACK STYLE
Evoking rusticity and relaxation through simple and elegant designs, vintage Adirondack furniture originated in the Adirondack Mountains of northeastern New York. The most famous piece is the Adirondack chair, which dates to 1903.
With its ample armrests and sturdy but comfortable slanted seat, the reclined Adirondack chair was designed by Thomas Lee for his own country home. The postwar golden age of modern patio and garden furniture production — led by the likes of Brown Jordan, Knoll, Salterini and Woodard — was decades away at the time, and there were few pieces of furniture specifically created for outdoor use.
Lee, a Massachusetts-born Harvard graduate raised in a wealthy family, was no furniture designer. He merely needed a durable, rugged chair for afternoons in the sun while he was vacationing on Lake Champlain in Westport, New York, in the summer. The amateur woodworker used just one wooden plank cut into 11 segments that were jointed together for his now-legendary seat, which is said to have been made of hemlock, hickory or basswood.
The story of the Adirondack chair continues with Lee’s friend, carpenter Harry Bunnell, covertly patenting the chair and going on to produce it as the Westport Plank chair for a growing audience over the next two decades. Over a century later, the Adirondack chair has gone through several design evolutions while maintaining its popularity and basic form with slats of wood such as pine offering comfort both indoors and out.
The widespread demand for rustic Adirondack outdoor furniture was bolstered by the turn-of-the-century establishment of rural escapes to treat diseases such as tuberculosis. The low-slung Adirondack chair became common in these places of convalescence, allowing patients to recline and breathe in the country air. It also complemented the camp-style architecture that was prevalent in the Adirondacks for recreation as well as restoration, where rugged furniture with exposed wood and minimal carving filled interiors and wide porches.
Today, Adirondack chairs are made in a range of materials and can be found around the world, from ski resorts to lakeside piers, their durability and classic form making them an enduring favorite for spending time in nature.
Find vintage Adirondack chairs, benches, lounge chairs, decorative objects, folk art and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Adirondack
Classic Kingsley Bate Fairfax Teak Outdoor Bench
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic Kingsley Bate teak garden bench having plaque on side.
seat depth 18
Arm height 24
Category
1980s American Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Teak
Large Hand Wrought Iron with Twists and Open Spirals style of Samuel Yellin
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and Grand pair of andirons in the style of Samuel Yellin. Large 3 pc set 41 wide by 35 high by 30 deep. There is something magical about this set. So much fantastic work on all three pieces. Hearts galore with open scrollwork and spiral twisted tops...
Category
1930s American Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
19thc Original Painted Hessian Soldiers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc original painted Hessian Andirons. Great patina and great wear. Wonderful original color to the body of the Hessian soldiers.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Pair of Westport Style Adirondack Chairs
By Harry Bunnell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Westport style Adirondack chairs, circa 2000s. We had these chairs custom made for a client based on the Westport chair, which was originally designed by Thomas Lee in 1903 f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Oak
Adirondack Twig Furniture Loveseat and ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Without a doubt the most spectacular Adirondack furniture we have had the please to offer, this set consists of a loveseat sofa, with a very unusual large footrest ottoman . The sofa...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood, Willow
Interesting Set of 5 Sculptural Cypress Knees, Organic Art
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 5 interesting sculptural cypress knees, organic art.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cypress
Stick Wicker Porch or Patio Seating Ensemble
Located in Sheffield, MA
Three-piece Art Deco stick wicker / split reed set consists of two-seat sofa/settee and two matching club chairs. Wonderful design with wide arms, light...
Category
Early 20th Century North American Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker
Wicker Bamboo Tissue Box Cover Holder
Located in New York, NY
Wicker or Bamboo pencil reed tissue box cover or holder. circa 1960s-1970s. Made in Hong Kong. Bottom slides out to accept tissue box. Overall good condition, ready to use
Category
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Large Cast Iron Patinated Turtle Garden Fountains C1980
By Fiske Or Mott
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous cast iron garden turtle fountain. turtle measures at 25 x 14 x 10h inches. Hefty in weight, very stable. Copper tubing for the water spout. Great detailed castings and in w...
Category
1980s American Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper, Iron
2 Piece Split Reed / Stick Wicker Settee and Chair Set
Located in Sheffield, MA
Stylish 1940's Stick Wicker / split reed sofa and armchair, deep-seated, angular with wide flat arms giving the sofa and chair that graceful elegant look. The rattan settee and arm c...
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Rattan
Iron Pine Tree Andirons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These 20th century hand forged pine tree andirons are in fine condition and most unusual. Great and ready to install in your house.
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Architectural Element From A Cupola
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original white painted cut outs from a barn area.This cool architectural element has cut out stars & hearts in fine as found condition.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
19thc Double Lidded Feed bin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc wooden blue painted double feed bin with two lids. There are three compartments for sorting. Great as a bin/trunk at the edge of a bed or as an actual f...
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wood
Unique Wrought Iron Table + Chairs
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Unique Wrought Iron Table + Chairs in original condition.
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique French Faux Bois Cast Iron Hitching Post C1875
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular cast iron hitching post in the fabulous faux bois style. Cannon ball top all original no damage or repairs. Rare to the market and ready to be installed. Definitely will ...
Category
1870s French Antique Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Original Painted Cast Iron Parrots Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing Hubley original painted parrots door stop in cast iron and has a wonderful patina. This door stop is quite heavy and would be a great piece inside the front of your home !
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
Antique Stick Wicker Oval Shape Coffee or Cocktail Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Antique American Art Deco style split reed stick wicker coffee or cocktail table. Woven of willow, newly painted in black. Great for the porch or patio.
Search terms: rattan.
Category
1920s American Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker
Mecox Garden Round Metal Occasional Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Painted metal Garden Table for a multitude of uses inside or out: Breakfast Table, Center Table or Plant Stand. Very well made and sturdy. With center ring flower pot holder.
Condit...
Category
20th Century Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Metal
Pair of Adirondack Brass Duck Andirons
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Rustic Adirondack-style brass duck form andirons mounted on wrought iron horseshoe shaped front shanks. (PRICED AS Pair)
Category
20th Century American Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Bar Harbor Wicker Rocker
Located in Sheffield, MA
This Bar Harbor painted stick wicker rattan rocking chair has classic rounded backrest and wide flat arms with diagonal latticing.
Measures: Arm height 25".
Category
Early 20th Century American Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker
Pair of Teak Wood Folding Lounging Deck Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Make a statement with these wonderfully designed and great looking pair of teak wood folding porch, garden lounge or deck chairs with grey weathered patina. Great for indoor or outdo...
Category
20th Century American Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Teak
American Rustic Adirondack Bark Loveseat
Located in Queens, NY
American Rustic Adirondack loveseat of bent willow, twig & root construction with double arched barked splat back & seat (19th Cent)
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Willow, Twig
White Painted Metal Table & 2 Chairs
Located in Pasadena, CA
Set of Three Out Door Loung Chairs and Side Table. The metal work is ornate with a great touch of white paint. May be used indoor or outdoor. These are in the style of Woodard Furnit...
Category
Late 20th Century French Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
19thc Copper watering Can
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc century all copper construction watering can. Fine age and patina to this watering can from age and use. Beautiful age marks on the sides. This watering can is usable or as a d...
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Copper
1920s American Rustic Adirondack Oak End Table with Twig Base
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rustic American Adirondack (1920s) end table with a twig and root base
supporting an oak square top.
Category
1920s American Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Oak
Frog Sculpture for the Garden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fun handmade sculpture of a frog is in good condition with minor nicks on the edge consistent from age and use.
Category
1940s American Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Art Deco Stick Rattan Lounging Arm Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderful example of Art Deco stick rattan lounging armchair with beautiful large arched arms.
Stick wicker, rattan, bamboo, lounge chair, arm chair, club chair.
Arm h: 24
Seat...
Category
1930s American Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Wicker
Arts & Crafts Adirondack Hand-Hammered Set of Iron Fireplace Tools 5 Pieces
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of handwrought and hammered iron fireplace tools with holder. 5 total pieces which includes the the stand, brush or broom, shovel, poker and log clamp. All heavy duty an...
Category
1920s American Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Iron
1980s Italian Handmade Contemporary Room Dividers, a Pair
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pair of Italian Hand Made Contemporary Room Dividers with protruding glass. There is a white transparency to the glass. The protruding glass is a part of the esthetic glass look.
...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Art Glass, Wood
Old Bird Cage with a Bright Little Bird
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/7346 - Old cage for bird, but with a bright little bird ! leaving the birds free!
the little bird can light up.
Category
Early 20th Century French Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Fruitwood
3 Piece Garden Decoration Candle Lit
Located in Pasadena, CA
3 Piece Garden Decoration. Small outdoor garden ornament. used to place candle on the interior for lighting on a walk way or steps.
Measures approx ...
Category
1970s American Vintage Adirondack Building and Garden Elements
Materials
Cement
Adirondack building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Adirondack building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original building and garden elements, popular names associated with this style include Harry Bunnell, Hubley Manufacturing Company, Ken Landauer, and Thomas Lee (Artist). It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.