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Adirondack Decorative Objects

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
Vintage Nautical Brass Conch Shell Vase Bowl
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Large vintage brass conch shell. The perfect catch-all bowl or as a table decoration. Orchid vase? 12" wide with large opening.
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1960s Hong Kong Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Shaker Pantry Box, 19th Century Small
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful fingers and lightly distressed with beautiful patinaed look.
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19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

19thc Monumental Cast Iron Garden Rooster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic monumental cast iron rooster is very large and heavy. It was probably used in a store front as a trade sign or a garden element. The patina is amazing and in very good...
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19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Vintage Native American Knitting Basket with Cover and Handles, Adirondack Regio
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage knitting basket with lid and braided strap handle is strikingly similar to the one in Ethnographic department collection of the Peabody...
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20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

20th C Small Papago Lidded Basket with Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th C Small Papago Lidded Basket with Handle. Great condition.
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20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp, Natural Fiber

Original Painted Cow Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th century Original painted heavy cast iron door stop full body cow doorstop.This is a three dimensional cow door stop.
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1940s American Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Original Painted Cow Door Stop
Original Painted Cow Door Stop
$760 Sale Price
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19Thc Original Robin Egg Blue Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19 thc original robin egg blue painted basket comes for a fifty year old folk art collection.The condition is very good with a tiny minor break on the band. Such an amazing shad...
Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Bentwood

Set of Six 19th C Hand Made Handled Buttocks Baskets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of Six 19th C Hand Made Handled Butt Baskets Measurements of basket are as follows and are approximate - When looking at the 1st image from top left...
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19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

20th C Small Papago Basket Lidded Jar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th C small Papago basket lidded jar. Great condition.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp, Natural Fiber

Early Geometric Pima Indian Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine and very early Pima American Indian hand woven basket is in fine as found condition. This wonderful basket has a nice aged patina and has come from a private American Indian collection.
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

19th C Decorated Salt Glazed Crock with Floral Motif
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C decorated salt glazed crock with floral motif.
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19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

Early 20thc Pictorial Pima Indian Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine American Indian Pima pictorial basket is in fine condition except some roughness around the top edge of the basket. The base has some minor...
Category

Early 1900s American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

Large 20th Century Rustic Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large rustic basket was found in the mid west and is in fine condition. It is unfinished or natural finish. The condition is very good.
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1930s American Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Large 20th Century Rustic Basket
Large 20th Century Rustic Basket
$620 Sale Price
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19th Century Woven Buttocks Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine all original surface natural buttocks basket. Handwoven double butt hickory basket with twisted handle. The condition is very good.
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19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hickory

20thc Concrete Dog W/ Basket of Fruit in Mouth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing concrete dog statue was found in the country estate and is in fine condition with the original white painted surface.Great on the fron...
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Concrete

Vintage Bamboo Letter Holder Desk Organizer
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bamboo Letter Holder or Desk Organizer. Three compartments on top and a large area on bottom. Good condition and sturdy, ready to use. 11" wide
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo

Early 20thc Cast Mermaid Boot Scraper/Remover
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cast Mermaid Boot Scraper/ Remover. Easy to handle the arms remove boots or can be used as a boot scraper. Great as a decorative piece or may be used as intended. Beautiful patina an...
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Massive 19th Century Oak Splint Wool Basket
Located in Chicago, IL
A massive late 19th century American oak splint basket with a double-banded rim and likely used for storing wool in a barn. We've been collecting basket for years, and we've never se...
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19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

19th Century Monumental Bee Hive Butter Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century monumental original brown painted bee hive butter bowl in great condition. The one side is in a burl knot but in tack. Fantastic undisturbed s...
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19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

19th Century Original White Painted Large Iron Rooster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century original white painted iron rooster garden ornament or could work as a large oversized door stop. Fantastic form and surface.
Category

19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Collection of Three Miniature 19th C Hiney Baskets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of super rare miniature 19th C hiney or buttocks baskets in mint condition. These hand made and tightly woven baskets come from a folk art collection in Pennsylvania. Its ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

Early 20Thc Pima Large Indian Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine tight weave coil Pima Indian Basket is in pristine condition with a great zig zag geometric design. Comes to us from a amazing Indian collection.
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

19Thc Original Blue Painted Dough Bowl From New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing hand carved folky original blue painted dough bowl is in fine condition and super rare color to find.The blue paint is undisturbed and super patina.It was found in New E...
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1870s American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Shaker Style Oval Pantry Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine pantry box is in a shaker style with a old natural surface. The condition is good with early copper nails.
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Pine

Shaker Style Oval Pantry Box
Shaker Style Oval Pantry Box
$716 Sale Price
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Early 20Thc Cast Iron Hubley Cat Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20Thc Cast iron Hubley cat door stop in good condition.The hand painted eyes.This is a very heavy doorstop.
Category

1920s American Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Pictorial Papago Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pictorial lidded Papaco Indian basket in fine condition.This early basket has dogs & geometric patterns throughout.Notice the cross pattern on the lid.
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

Pictorial Papago Basket
Pictorial Papago Basket
$1,036 Sale Price
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Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black painted cast iron dog nut cracker. The condition is very good and in working order.
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
$716 Sale Price
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Early 20Thc Original Hubley Bank Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20thc Hubley Boston Terrier dog door stop / bank.The paint is very good and fine condition.
Category

Early 1900s American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Vintage Rattan Caned Letter Holder Desk Organizer
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rattan Caned Letter Holder or Desk Organizer. Three compartments on top and a large area on bottom. Good condition and sturdy, ready to use. 10.5" wide. Sticker on bottom mar...
Category

Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Rare Yellow Rookwood Violets Vase #6432
Located in Louisville, KY
This rare yellow Rookwood “Violets” vase is a beautiful specimen and in remarkable condition. Marked with the Rookwood stamp and mold #6432, this piece was made in 1942 and was part ...
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Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Porcelain

American Indian Coiled Hand Woven Lidded Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
American Indian folk art Native American basket that is hand woven and coiled. It has been vegetable dyed and the basket lid is removable. The interior rein...
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

19Thc Original Red Painted Dough Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc Original Red painted dough bowl or trencher is in fine condition.This early trencher bowl was found in New England.
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Collection of Three 19th Century Mocha Yellow Ware Bowls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This set of three nesting yellow ware mocha seaweed kitchen bowls are in fine condition. Its great to find a set of three graduated matching bowls. 1...
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

19th Century Large Pantry Box with Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century pantry box with lid in good condition. Found in New England in good condition.
Category

19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

20Thc Original Painted Rooster Doorstop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing original painted double rooster doorstop is in fine as found condition.Minor paint loss consistent with age and use.
Category

1930s American Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

19th Century Original Buttercup Painted Basket from New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century original creamy yellow painted gathering basket from New England. This fine folky basket has the original cream painted handle and yellow bottom.
Category

19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hickory

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 Decorative Objects

Materials

Cypress

Hand Carved and Painted Shore Bird
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This finely paint decorated and hand carved shore bird is on a piece of drift wood. The condition is very good .This bird is very finely crafted.
Category

20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Iron Bear Coin Bank Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20thc Painted iron Coin bank. Wonderful age and patina to the body. Old brown paint. Iron mold has wear to bod y from age and use.
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

Iron Bear Coin Bank Sculpture
Iron Bear Coin Bank Sculpture
$716 Sale Price
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19th Century Original Sage Green Painted Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rustic original sage green basket is in good condition. It is so rustic and has a fine aged patina surface.
Category

19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Oak

Collection of Three 19th Century Butter Bowls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These fine and early butter bowls are in fine condition and have a nice worn patina. Sold as a group of three.
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

19th Century Mocha Seaweed Yellow Ware Mixing Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century yellow ware bowl with seaweed design pattern in band. The condition is very good and no cracks or chips.
Category

19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

19thc Mocha Yellow Ware Seaweed Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare green yellow ware mocha seaweed bowl is in pristine condition. The sage green color is very good.
Category

19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

30s Pima Geometric basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1930s Pima Indian basket, American Indian basket in very good condition with Spiral geometric pattern. Wonderful dyed hemp great size.
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

Sea Grass Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This funky sea grass basket is handwoven and in good condition. It retains its old surface.
Category

1920s American Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Sea Grass Basket
Sea Grass Basket
$556 Sale Price
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Collection of Five Papago Baskets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of 5 Hand made Papago baskets all in very good condition.These American Indian baskets are in mint condition. Large Flat Woven Tray - 10x12x1.75 Large Lided Basket - 6 x ...
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

Collection  of Five Papago Baskets
Collection  of Five Papago Baskets
$2,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Collection of Five Miniature Hand Woven Baskets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This collection of five 19thc early hiney baskets are in pristine condition.The tiny basket is only two x two in size. The others are 4 wide x 4 high and are in very good condition !...
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Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

hand Carved Wooden Plaque Eagle on Custom Wooden Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Thomas Rhodes Eagle Carving Thomas Rhodes was Daniel Rhodes brother who had 23 patents including Wheelchair that went upstairs. on back of eagle "TJ Rhodes 733 Ridge Rd Smoke Rise"
Category

1940s American Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

19Thc Cast Iron Lion Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 19thc cast iron door stop of a big brave lion is in fine as found condition.
Category

1870s American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Iron

19Thc Cast Iron Lion Door Stop
19Thc Cast Iron Lion Door Stop
$476 Sale Price
20% Off
Rare Sponge Ware Pottery" Dog " Dish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This sponge ware pottery "DOG" dish in a yellow ware pottery format.The condition is very good.Signed Roseville,Ohio and most unusual.
Category

1920s American Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

19thC Large Mocha Green Seaweed Yellow Ware Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large yellow ware mixing bowl is in great condition and has the green mocha seaweed markings.
Category

Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

19th Century Pennsylvania Decorated Stone Ware Crock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine blue decorated salt glaze crock in fine condition. It has stripes and a blue 2 on the front face.
Category

19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

American Indian Pictorial Papago Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand woven American Indian pictorial basket in fine condition.
Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp

Hand Carved Sculpture of Bears
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These hand carved bears are amazing and in great condition. These bears are carved out of one piece of wood or one log. The bottom is a plank of wood. The large bear...
Category

1930s American Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Sculpture of Bears
Hand Carved Sculpture of Bears
$1,036 Sale Price
20% Off
Handmade Birch Bark Bucket
Located in Chicago, IL
Indulge in the rustic elegance of this handmade birch bark bucket, discovered in the heart of Wisconsin. Inspired by the time-honored traditions of Native American basketry in the region, this exquisite piece seamlessly blends history with modern functionality. Crafted from genuine birch bark and adorned with a supple leather strap, the bucket exudes an earthy charm that evokes a deep connection to the natural world. Its versatility knows no bounds, making it a perfect fit as a powder room garbage can, an office waste bin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather, Birch

Handmade Birch Bark Bucket
Handmade Birch Bark Bucket
$371 Sale Price
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Vintage Bamboo And Rattan Letter Holder Desk Organizer
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bamboo Letter Holder or Desk Organizer. Three compartments on top and two large shelves on bottom. Good condition and sturdy, ready to use. 11" wide
Category

Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

19th Century Yellow Ware Mocha Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century yellow ware mocha seaweed pattern bowl. This is in fine condition.
Category

19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Pottery

English Hand Made Wooden Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English hand made wooden bowl. Inscribed on bottom of bowl, " Made in England".This hand crafted bowl feels like treen.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

English Hand Made Wooden Bowl
English Hand Made Wooden Bowl
$476 Sale Price
20% Off
Hand Carved Eagle By
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand carved eagle in fine condition and rare to find by Thomas Rhodes carver from Arizona.The shape & form is the best.
Category

1940s American Vintage Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Eagle By
Hand Carved Eagle By
$1,276 Sale Price
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20th C Papago Bowl Shaped Basket With Geometric Cross Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th C Papago bowl shaped basket with geometric cross pattern.
Category

20th Century North American Adirondack Decorative Objects

Materials

Hemp, Natural Fiber

Adirondack decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Adirondack decorative objects 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 decorative objects created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include decorative objects, folk art, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, ceramic and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Adirondack decorative objects made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original decorative objects, popular names associated with this style include Navajo Indian Art, Native American Art, Roseville Pottery, and Saks Fifth Avenue. 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 decorative objects differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $195 and tops out at $12,000 while the average work can sell for $895.

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