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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
Antique Early 1900s Majestic Hand Carved Oak Display Sculpture Stand / Pedestal
Antique Early 1900s Majestic Hand Carved Oak Display Sculpture Stand / Pedestal

Antique Early 1900s Majestic Hand Carved Oak Display Sculpture Stand / Pedestal

Located in Lisse, NL

Stunning classical style display column with a wonderful and warm patina. This marvelous piece of early 20th century workmanship is another fine example of the quality that was made in those days. All handcrafted out of oak and beautifully patinated from top to bottom this antique stand is a real eyecatcher and over the many decades the patina has only made this antique more attractive. This highly stylish, strong and very stable stand will easily take one of your heavier sculptures as well. The combination of the circular, heavy stem with its classical carvings and cannelures and the square base and table top make this stylish antique an absolute joy to own and look at. Apart from a few minor imperfections, this antique display stand...

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Busts

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Wood, Oak

Large Antique Hand Carved Sandstone Sculpture, Bust of Christ with Display Stand
Large Antique Hand Carved Sandstone Sculpture, Bust of Christ with Display Stand

Large Antique Hand Carved Sandstone Sculpture, Bust of Christ with Display Stand

Located in Lisse, NL

Top quality and mint condition bust sculpture from the early 1900s with maker's name. This incredibly well carved bust of Jesus is impressive both for its quality and its large size. With His head bowed down like in His final hours on the cross this design is obviously perfect for displaying on a tall stand. In this case a tall and ebonized wooden pedestal was used and thanks to the contrasting colors of this bust and its pedestal they are like a match made in heaven. The master sculptor / artist could not have done a better job in hand carving the exhausted yet serene facial expression of Christ. The large size of this bust combined with the rare sandstone material makes this work of religious art look extra ancient. Because of its size this archetype of Christianity can also be seen and worshipped from further away. Unfortunately we cannot read the name of the skilled artisan who signed this unique sculpture. Thanks to its amazing quality, its excellent condition, its deeper meaning and its powerful presence this work of religious art will never fail to impress, no matter where you decide to have it on display. For it to have come our way felt like a blessing and to be able to offer it to the 1stdibs community in this amazing condition is an honour for us. Our fair price for this museum worthy sculpture again includes perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 to 6 days. Total height x width x depth: 74 x 17 x 16.5 inches. Christ bust...

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Busts

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Sandstone

flayed -anatomical -sculpture on white Carrara marble -made in Italy
flayed -anatomical -sculpture on white Carrara marble -made in Italy

flayed -anatomical -sculpture on white Carrara marble -made in Italy

By Laboratorio Todini

Located in Tarquinia, IT

flayed, anatomical, sculpture of flayed, carrara marble sculpture, italian sculpture, white carrara marble bust Detail sculpture of flaying done on white Carrara marble. Placed on a ...

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Early 2000s Italian Arts and Crafts Busts

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Marble

J.C. Marin Bronze "Jeune Femme Couronnée De Fleurs " 19th-Century
J.C. Marin Bronze "Jeune Femme Couronnée De Fleurs " 19th-Century

J.C. Marin Bronze "Jeune Femme Couronnée De Fleurs " 19th-Century

By Joseph Charles Marin

Located in Linkebeek, BE

J.C. Marin Bronze "Jeune Femme Couronnée De Fleurs " 19th-Century Wear consistent with age and use Antique - Sculpture - decoration Beautiful patinated bronze test after Joseph Cha...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Arts and Crafts Busts

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Bronze

Striking Handcrafted Bust of Christ Crowned w. Thorns by S. Piens-Isenborghs
Striking Handcrafted Bust of Christ Crowned w. Thorns by S. Piens-Isenborghs

Striking Handcrafted Bust of Christ Crowned w. Thorns by S. Piens-Isenborghs

Located in Lisse, NL

A powerful and contemplative sculptural work of our Lord Jesus with strong presence and spiritual depth. This expressive terracotta bust of Christ is a hand-modeled sculptural work ...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Busts

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Terracotta

1955 Head of Woman in Painted Clay Signed TZ55 Attributed to Tono Zancanaro
1955 Head of Woman in Painted Clay Signed TZ55 Attributed to Tono Zancanaro

1955 Head of Woman in Painted Clay Signed TZ55 Attributed to Tono Zancanaro

By Tono Zancanaro

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Italy 1955 head of woman in painted clay signed TZ55 attributed to Tono Zancanaro from Padua. About: Antonio Zancanaro (Padua, 8 April 1906 - Padua, 3 June 1985) was an important...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Busts

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Clay

Mid century Italian ceramic hand painted Bacchus God of wine bust
Mid century Italian ceramic hand painted Bacchus God of wine bust

Mid century Italian ceramic hand painted Bacchus God of wine bust

Located in Birmingham, AL

Stunning, vintage hand painted made in Italy Wine Goddess bust. It will add enchanting atmosphere to any sitting. ...

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Early 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Busts

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Pair of Antique Tyrolean Terracotta Busts of a Bavarian Man and Woman
Pair of Antique Tyrolean Terracotta Busts of a Bavarian Man and Woman

Pair of Antique Tyrolean Terracotta Busts of a Bavarian Man and Woman

Located in London, GB

These charming antique busts originate from the western Austrian state of Tyrol, which sits on the border of Bavaria in Germany. The pair are modelled as a Bavarian woodsman and his ...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Arts and Crafts Busts

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Early 20th Century Plaster Bust of a Man, circa 1920

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This plaster bust of was made in the early 20th century. It was probably made by Karl Koch in 1920.

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Located in Berlin, DE

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Arts And Crafts busts for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Arts and Crafts busts for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage busts created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with ceramic, stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Arts and Crafts busts made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Austria pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 busts differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $643 and tops out at $6,813 while the average work can sell for $2,372.