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Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

ARTS AND CRAFTS STYLE

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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Style: Arts and Crafts
Arts And Crafts Wrought Iron Wood Holder
Located in Essex, MA
Extra heavy duty with tubular top edge with heavy tin bin and shaped feet. Painted black.
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Arts and Crafts Fireplace Brass Andirons
Located in Hudson, NY
A fantastic pair of fireplace and irons in the forms of winged dragons. Heavy and substantial these pieces with a fire burning behind them are most impressive. They would make any fi...
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1910s Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron

Italian Basket Magazine Rack in Brass, Italy 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning basket shaped magazine rack fully made in solid brass, this lovely piece was made in Italy in the 1940s. This elegant basket can be used either as magazine rack or as charm...
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1940s Italian Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Metal

Huge Pickrull Zanesville Stoneware Jar Urn Pottery Blue Arts & Crafts Floor Vase
Located in Wilton, CT
Huge, old, hand turned 3 handled Zanesville pottery floor vase in sky blue glaze, circa 1920's. Unsigned, attributed to Hank Pickrull, master Zanesville turner. Approximately 24" hig...
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1920s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Pottery

French Terracotta Roof Finials, Set of Four
Located in Winter Park, FL
A set of four large French terracotta chimney roof vents. Each in three parts with tall column, decorative cut-out vents and lid with finial. Perfect for us...
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Terracotta

A Cast Lead Arts and Crafts Tearoom Sign
Located in Conwy, GB
The heavy cast lead sign bordered by interlocking faded green three leaf clovers on a pale blue ground, the central section surmounted by a shield with St Georges cross with “Arts & Crafts” above “St Patrick’s Tearooms” ending with “Entrance Below” with directional arrow...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Lead

Patinaed Copper Fireplace Fender
Located in Malibu, CA
Arts & Crafts / Mission style patinaed copper fireplace fender with a rich patina achieved over the years, remains undisturbed. The fender features bars along the fronts & sides att...
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19th Century North American Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Copper, Iron

Pair of Iron and Brass Top Andirons, circa 1930
Located in Verviers, BE
Pair of iron and brass top andirons, circa 1930 Pair wrought iron and brass top andirons and terminating on decorative scrolled stylized legs We prefer to sell our items in 'unclea...
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Metal

Whimsical 74" Tall White Wrought Iron 16 Hook Garden Ornament Plant Stand Holder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Whimsical 74" Tall White Wrought Iron 16 Hook Garden Ornament 4 Tier Plant Stand Holder. Circa 21st Century, Pre-owned. Measurements: 73.5" H x 27" ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Midcentury European Brown and Green Ceramic Cross Otherworldly Christ Figure
Located in Chicago, IL
Uncover the enigmatic beauty of faith with our dark brown and green ceramic cross featuring a subtle and mysterious otherworldly Christ figure. This captivating piece, crafted in textured, slate-like ceramic, is part of our distinguished collection of crosses meticulously handmade by renowned Flemish artisans. Drawing inspiration from midcentury European design, this wall cross exudes an aura of timelessness and intrigue. The dark brown hue, reminiscent of weathered patina, adds a sense of age and history to the cross, while the textured slate-like ceramic further enhances its character. The focal point of this cross is the subtle and mysterious Christ figure at its center. As if worn down by the passage of time, the relief of the outline hints at a transcendent presence. The blend of dark brown and green tones creates an ethereal quality, evoking a sense of otherworldliness and inviting contemplation. Our cross collection encompasses a wide range of styles, from futurist modernism to raw brutalism, offering endless possibilities for creating a custom wall of modernist crucifixes...
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1950s European Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

English Arts and Crafts Fireplace Set Lion Motif with Screen, Andirons and Tools
Located in Wells, ME
English Arts and Crafts Wrought and Cast Iron Fireplace Set with Lion Motifs. It is unusual to have an entire fireplace set that has survived in tact for over 100 years, but this is one. It includes fireplace screen, pair of lion headed andirons...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Antique Early 20th Century Arts & Crafts Iron Fireplace Andirons Chenets
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of early 20th century mission or craftsman fireplace andirons. Features a square tapered form leading to a flared leg base. Size: 19".
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Early Leaded and Hand Painted Glass Panels
Located in Peekskill, NY
These 17.25" glass panels look very early. It's a matching pair and we were told that it was salvaged from 2 restroom doors. The glass is perfect with no damage. The center is hand-p...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Art Glass

Mission Style Brass/Bronze & Iron Andirons
Located in Malibu, CA
An impressive pair of large Arts and Crafts andirons, created with wrought iron with brass body & crowns. Both are in very good condition, free of structural damage, or repairs.
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Bronze, Iron

A Pair of Large and Substantial Wrought Iron Tulip Andirons
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of large and substantial Art and Crafts andirons in wrought iron with polished finials in the form of stylized tulips over etch decorated shafts having large spit supports wit...
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1880s English Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron, Bronze

Large Arts and Crafts Style Green Earthenware Jardinière
Located in Ferndale, MI
An arts & crafts style flower bud earthenware jardinière. Four green glazed petal like sections widen upwards and curve slightly inward at the top. This planter is substantial in wei...
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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Earthenware

Arts and Crafts Era Wood Paint Decorated Patio Armchair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A compact and very well made wooden armchair with wide square and curved arms, sloping seat and shaped back. The back and side supports with matching carved linear details, the flat ...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wood

"Erika" Sprite Little Nude Nymph Yard Garden Abstract Sculpture Vienna, Austria
Located in Nuernberg, DE
A beautiful vintage ceramic glazed garden, yard or patio sculpture. It’s in the style of Vally Wieselthier. It would make a beautiful decoration...
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1970s Austrian Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Early 20th C. Liberty & Co. Arts & Crafts Log Box Once Owned by Hollywood Star
Located in Morristown, NJ
Early 20th c., England, a hammered and repousse decorated copper sheet metal over wood box, the hinged slated lid decorated with in Arts & Crafts style. A wonderful Liberty & Co. A...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Copper

Vintage Wrought Iron, Wood Block Holder, 1950s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice wrought Iron. Wood block holder. Hand made by a Blacksmith. Brass Rivets. So handy with its handle.
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1950s Dutch Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Hand Forged Oil-Rubbed Solid Hammered Brass Drawer Pulls - Lot of 18
Located in Charlotte, NC
A lot of eighteen Craftsman style drawer pulls. Solid hammered brass that have been hand forged and oil-rubbed. Back of plate is stamped with "W401 CHC". Comes with two mounting screws per pull. Being sold as an entire lot...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Set of Elegant Four Arts & Crafts Fire Utensils on a Matching Stand
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A set of four Arts & Crafts hand forged fire utensils on a hand forged iron stand.  The individual tools are about 57cm long.
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1960s Austrian Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Macassar Ebony Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Fire Screen by C.A. Lion Cachet, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau decorative fire screen. Design by Carel Adolph Lion Cachet. Striking Dutch design from t...
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Early 1900s Dutch Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Macassar

Pair of Art & Craft Hammered Cast Iron Andirons
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Art & Craft hammered cast iron Andirons, wonderful patina, circa 1940.
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1940s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Vintage Hand Forged Oil-Rubbed Solid Hammered Brass Keyhole Pulls - Lot of 7
Located in Charlotte, NC
A lot of seven Craftsman style keyhole pulls. Solid hammered brass that have been hand forged and oil-rubbed. Keyhole is faux. Back of plate is stamped wi...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Large Arts & Crafts Craftsman Solid Wood Framed Door with Window & Hardware
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Beautiful Arts & Crafts handmade door with window in frame. This came out of a local estate from an old Craftsman bungalow. The hardware may have be...
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Early 1900s Canadian Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Pine

Pair of Brass and Cast Iron Musical Note Andirons
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of brass and cast iron musical note andirons engraved Tenn. Chrome Plate Co. Nashville. Andirons Measure 8.25" wide, 14.5" deep and 17.5" high. We polished the brass musical notes.
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1930s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron

Massive Pair Wrought Iron and Brass Andirons Attributed to Samuel Yellin
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This large and impressive pair of wrought iron and brass andirons are attributed to the famous American maker Samuel Yellin.
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Early 17th Century American Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

John Scott Bradstreet Bronze Lotus
Located in New York, NY
John Scott Bradstreet bronze lotus. This bronze lotus can be used in or outdoors. John Scott Bradstreet (1845-1914) was an influential American Arts & Crafts furniture and interior designer in Minneapolis, MN. He also explored his interest in Japanese lotuses...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Antique Continental Signed Royal Forged Iron Andirons / Firedogs
Located in Forney, TX
A pair of large antique Continental hand forged iron fireplace andirons / firedogs. Dating to the 19th century, featuring traditional old world European...
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19th Century European Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Catalan Modernist Plant Holder, circa 1920
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Catalan modernist plant holder, circa 1920 Manufactured in Barcelona, Spain. In original condition with wear consistent of age and use, preserving a...
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1920s Spanish Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Ceramic

Arts & Crafts Style Tulip Design Medallion Cast Iron Andirons
Located in San Francisco, CA
Arts & Crafts style Tulip medallion hand forged cast iron andirons in the style of Earnest Gimson
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Antique Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Cottage Landscape Stove Panel
Located in New York, NY
Turn of the century Arts & Crafts antique cast iron panel. Probably part of a cast iron stove. Features a raised landscape relief of a homey c...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

Materials

Iron

Verdigris Patinated Bowl with Brass Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A heavily patinated verdigris bowl with unique brass details - rings on either side of the piece - compliment to many settings. Could be used on a co...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Brass, Copper

Pair of Arts & Crafts Black Cast Iron Shutter Doors w/ 1 Lite Each
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large Arts & Crafts 1 Lite cast iron doors. They are painted black, and one pane is Plexiglas. Priced as a pair. This can be seen at our 400 Gilligan St location in Scranton,...
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of Art & Crafts Ermine Tail Bronze Andirons
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of Art & Crafts ermine tail andirons is made of bronze and wrought iron. This is a French work maked MR with the image of an ermine tail. Circa 1900.
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Early 1900s French Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

Arts & Crafts Hammered Iron with Brass Ball Finials, C1910
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of arts & crafts hand wrought iron with brass finials andirons. Tall, 24 inch and stout. In excellent antique condition with minimal wear. Fire dogs have normal wear an...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron

Asian Antiqued Brass Planter with Dragon Head Handles, Circa 1980s
Located in Germantown, MD
A large antiqued brass classical jardiniere in good vintage condition. Measure 16 inches in width, 13.5 inches in depth and stands 12 inches tall.
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Riveted Copper Arts and Crafts Kindling Box
Located in Greenwich, CT
A riveted copper Arts and Crafts kindling box with four canted sides on a footed base with hand-forged decorative iron handles, topped by a hipped lid wit...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Copper

Amazing Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Jardinière Plant Stand w. Rose Flowers & Bugs
Located in Lisse, NL
One of a kind Arts and Crafts, rose-theme jardinière for inside and outside usage. If you like unique wrought iron antiques from the European Arts and Crafts era then you will lov...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Metal, Wrought Iron, Zinc

Arts & Crafts Door Hinge Hand Forged Iron Samuel Yellin Style, Qty Available
Located in New York, NY
These are original ornamental hand forged iron door hinges attributed to Samuel Yellin. Each hinge is decorated with lines on the edges and brass washers. These Arts & Crafts hinges were salvaged from the La Tourelle Home in Fox Chapel, PA. The Norman French...
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Artisan Made Iron Fire Screen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine artisan made iron fire screen, the openwork front with scalloped and criss-cross sections decorated with stylized flowers and leafy buds. With a ...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Arts & Crafts Style Petite Fireplace Screen with Iron Adornments
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Elegant 3 panel Arts & Crafts fireplace screen in iron with brass finials. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Can be parcel posted.
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1950s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron

Antique Irish Coal Bucket Hand-Made Covered in Leather with Brass Nail Decor
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional antique Irish coal bucket from the Arts & Craft period. The leather has several tooled designs and are highlighted by the pattern of the nail heads. Would make an idea...
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1890s Irish Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Old Garden Year Of Rabbit Garden Hare with Pricked Ears
Located in South Burlington, VT
Black Hare with Extraordinary Fur A handsome furry vintage hand cast rabbit in jet black, cast in a realistic "ears pricked" manner with superb deeply cast surface fur and measuring 8.5 inches tall and 2.75 inches wide. It is one of the best designs for vintage American folk art rabbits...
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Pair of Arts and Crafts Hammered Cast-Metal Andirons
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 1940s Arts & Crafts-Style andirons composed of hammered ball and ring cast-brass uprights attached to an iron billet bar. Very fine, vintage condition with patina/light wear pr...
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1940s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Wrought Iron

Arts & Crafts Wrought Iron Early Shutter Latch Quantity Available Early 20th C
Located in New York, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts early 20th century primitive shutter latch. Manufactured out of wrought iron done with a black finish. Original patina. Small quantity available at time of post...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Wrought Iron Andirons, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Wrought iron andirons, a pair, in the arts and crafts taste, possibly American, early 20th century or later, with twisted and scrolling elements. 24" H x 20.5" D Dealer: S138XX.
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Arts and Crafts Coal Bin
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Substantial Arts and Crafts coal bin in brass with original lined and carrying handles. C1900 Measures: H 15” W 13.5” D 13” H 38cm W 35cm D 33cm.
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Firedogs Pair Brass Iron Split Baluster Neoclassical
Located in Eversholt, Bedfordshire
Elegant pair of brass and wrought iron firedogs with classic split baluster form inspired by Neoclassical design The height creates a sleek elegance The brass reflects the light fr...
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19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Wrought Iron

1930's French Arts & Crafts era Bronze and Wrought Iron Coffee Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Exquisite 1930's French Arts & Crafts era coffee table formed of cast bronze and wrought iron. Solid bronze drape surround. All hand formed and machine screwed together(not welded)...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze, Wrought Iron

Arts & Crafts Brass Coal Bucket
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Arts & Crafts coal bin with embossed decoration, carrying handles and pad feet. This antique coal scuttle would make a goo planter. c1900 Measure...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass

Early 20th C Hand Forged Iron Door Pull Arts & Crafts Style
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Arts & Crafts ornate door pull featuring a twisted handle and thumb latch. Made from black hand forged iron. This can be seen at our 400...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Iron

Door Handle / Pull in Arts & Crafts Style, Bronze with Thumb Latch
Located in New York, NY
Arts & Crafts style bronze door pull handle with a thumb latch. 12.375 in. long. One available. This can be seen at our 400 Gilligan St location in Scranto...
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Bronze

Arts and Crafts Copper Coal Helmet with Shovel
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Stylish Victorian Arts and Crafts copper coal helmet coal scuttle with original shovel, decorative hinges and a carrying handle, cleaned and polished and r...
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19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Copper

Arts and Crafts Wrought Iron Stand with Glazed Tile
Located in Riverdale, NY
Arts and Crafts Wrought Iron Stand with Glazed Tile designed as a smoking/drink stand. Colorful glazed Mexican/Californian tile triangle. The stand is enameled in a bluish grey with ...
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1930s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Wrought Iron

Arts & Crafts Copper Fire Insert with Hand Crafted Stylized Floral Decoration
Located in London, GB
A period English Arts & Crafts copper fire insert with handcrafted stylized floral decoration and hand riveted details throughout. Internal measurements: Height, 27inches Width,...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Copper

Ernest Gimson Style Large 1900's Andirons
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Amazing pair of large 1900's art and crafts brass and iron andirons in the style of Ernest Gimson, in vintage original condition with minor wear and patina due to age and use.
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Building and Garden Elements

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Brass, Iron

Arts And Crafts building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Arts and Crafts building and garden elements for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage building and garden elements created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include building and garden elements, decorative objects, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, iron and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Arts and Crafts building and garden elements made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces 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 Benham & Froud, Grueby Faience Company, John Salterini, and John Scott Bradstreet. 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. Prices for building and garden elements differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $95 and tops out at $112,399 while the average work can sell for $1,680.

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