Adirondack More Folk Art
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
Period: 19th Century
Monumental 19th Century Brass School Dinner Bell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century brass bell was once used to either call students to class or family and workers to the dinner table. Due to the substantive density of the bell along with its origi...
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Brass
19Thc Original Sage Green Painted Swing Handled Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc original painted sage green kick up bottom swing handled basket.This basket is in fine condition with minor breaks on bottom. This New Englan...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Hickory
19thc Original Painted Red-White & Blue Spool Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc original painted and decorated spool shelf. This amazing spool shelf is in really fantastic painted surface. Patriotic painted shelf with stars and painted surface. Amazing pie...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
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 More Folk Art
Materials
Pine
19th Century Firehouse Windsor Armchairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of natural surface Firehouse Windsor chairs are in good sturdy condition. They are the look of the 18th century Windsor chair rail chairs f...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Original Painted Coffee Grinder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine original grain painted coffee grinder is in a mustard paint and trimmed in red paint. All original hardware and square nailed construction.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Metal
19th C Furkin Bucket with Lid from New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
All original 19th C Furkin bucket with lid. All natural patina. Bucket has tiny cut nails and over lapping fingers. From New England.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Pine, Wood
19th Antique Handmade "Mosaic Hexagons" Swedish Quilt, Dated 1860s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Antique Handmade "Mosaic Hexagons" Swedish patchwork quilt made in 1860s. (160 years old). Pieced quilt, mid-19th century, Swedish. Fancy period calicoes left over from clothing and ...
Category
1860s Swedish Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Linen
Early Original Painted 19th Century Pantry Box with Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large size pantry box or meal box is in original fantastic green paint. It is in the form of a large band box and hand carved handle and early wood peg construction.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Original Mustard Painted Carrier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century original mustard painted carrier is in fine condition and was found in New England. Fine original patina.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Original Painted Iron Pig
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original painted iron pig.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
19thC Heavy Cast Iron Frog Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This folky cast iron frog is in great condition and has original old painted & worn surface. It is heavy like a door stop.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
20th C Folk Art Carved Boy Doll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th C folk art carved boy doll with original clothes. Hand painted face and shoes.
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19Thc Decorated Stone Ware Crock W/ Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine 19Thc stoneware canister is in fine condition with minor chip on back side rim. There are no cracks in this crock or lid. It was found in ...
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
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 ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Hemp
19th C Green Ladder Back Rocking Chair W/ Red Woven Rush Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C green ladder back rocking chair w/ red woven rush seat. Shaker Style.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Oil on Board of Railroad Locamotive of Large Scale, Great Old Color
Located in Buchanan, MI
19th Century oil on board of railroad locamotive of large scale. Great old color and patina.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Oak
19th Century Buttocks Basket from New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century original painted grey buttocks basket is in good condition with minor breaks on base in areas. Amazing form and nice patina.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Hickory
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...
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Hemp
19th Century Dinner or School Bell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine dinner bell is brass with a fantastic patina. The ring is very nice sound.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Brass
19th C Original Painted Barrel with Lid
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc early hand made farmhouse barrel used for storing feed or grains. The barrel has a grey wash of paint and iron straps in tight sturdy condition.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Pair of Beautiful 19th C Woven Jacguard Coverlet Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of beautiful 19th c woven Jacguard coverlet pillows. Custom made pillows have feather and down inserts and zipper for cleaning.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Linen, Wool
Early 19thc Pine Cutting Board
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine early cutting board is in great condition with a fantastic patina. It was found in New England. Great hung on a wall or use as a serving cutting board.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
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 More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
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 More Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
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 More Folk Art
Materials
Oak
19th Century Early Hand Carved Dough Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine early hand carved dough bowl was found in the mid west and is in worn and aged condition. The dry patina is fantastic and condition is...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Original Painted Hubley Gorilla Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century original painted Hubley gorilla door stop in fine condition. This is very rare and unusual.
Category
1890s American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
19thc Double Handled New England Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine detailed hand made basket with tiny handles is in great as found condition. Very unusual size and scale. Found in New England. This split oak and h...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Oak
Pair of Beautiful 19th C Jacguard Coverlet Bolster Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of beautiful 19th c jacguard coverlet bolster pillows. Nice cotton backing and zipper casings for cleaning. Inserts are feather and down.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Linen, Wool
Pair of Beautiful Early 19th C Navajo Indian Weaving Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of custom made Early 19th C Navajo Indian Weaving Pillows. Beautiful red Backing with Zipped Casing for Cleaning. Feather and Down inserts.
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wool
19th Century New England Blue Painted Buckets / Planters, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing original powder blue buckets or planters are very strong and sturdy. The condition is very good and have a waxed or weather protector finish ...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Pantry Box, Small Scale
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century early small scale pantry box with the original lid.
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Hickory
19thc Original Painted Miniature Settee From Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc original paint decorated Lancaster county Miniature Settee. Great for a doll or teddy bear collection. Or just setting on a blanket chest in a f...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19thc Original Painted White & Orange Paddle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cool 19thc orange & white painted paddle in fine condition.Great on the wall in a beach house or cottage.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Hand Carved Hat and Coat Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century hand carved rustic hat and coat rack in sturdy condition. This rustic folky rack was found in a 19th century cabin in the mid west. Has a early folky style.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Early 19thc Large Bail Handled Pantry's, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These fine early hand crafted bail handled pantry boxes are in great condition. There is minor wear of the edge of the top of the smaller pantry but is st...
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19thC Burl Tiger Maple Compote
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing 19thc burl compote is in very good condition from a private collection.
Category
1870s American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Original Painted Fruit Basket Door Stop
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century Hubley original painted basket of fruit cast iron door stop is in fine untouched condition. So hard to find where they have not messed with the paint. Great form an...
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Early 19th Century Child's Chair with Original Rush Seat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early form strong and very sturdy child's ladder back chair from New England is in fine and worn condition. The rush seat is very strong and sturdy with a fantastic patina.
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Cane
19th Century Original Blue Painted Sled with Pugs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century original blue painted sled with three painted pugs (dogs) on the center top of the sled. There are manufacturer PMC maker marks on the side.
On the base Paris Manufact...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Brass Sleigh Bells for Reindeer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of large brass sleigh bells are in amazing condition and retain the original leather strap. Make a fantastic bell sound.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Brass
Folky 19th Century Painted Hanging Wall Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a very early 19th century original dark green painted wall box with a roller or towel holder at base. Interesting piece of rustic Folk Art. The condit...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Mohair and Leather Horse on Wheels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine mohair and leather riding horse on wheels. There is a platform that it comes with. The horsehair tail is all original.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Linen
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 More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
Bookends / Pair of Matching 19th Century Original Cream Painted Sad Irons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This folky pair of original cream painted cast iron sad irons are in good condition. They make a great pair of bookends or door stops.
Category
1880s American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
Pueblo Indian Children's Drum, 19th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small and early handmade hide covered drum. Probably made for a child or a Indian. Possibly Native American.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood, Leather
19th Century Handmade Wire Handled Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century handmade wired double handled basket is in fine condition and is very heavy and sturdy.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wire
19th Century Scottie Iron Boot Scraper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 19th century cast iron boot scraper or garden ornament is in good condition and weighs a ton.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
19th Century Original Painted Surface Cutlery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century original painted wood cuttlery with a handle. It is square nail construction and original blue/green painted surface. The condition is very good too.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Original Painted "Elma" Coffee Grinder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This silver-grey original painted tin coffee grinder in fantastic as found condition. This has the original crank.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Metal
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 More Folk Art
Materials
Pottery
19th Century Hand Blown Storage Jar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic hand blown storage jar is in fine condition and has a curled under lip. Lots of bubbles and pontil on base.
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Glass
Hand Forged Iron 19th Century Hand Cuffs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing handmade cast iron hand cuffs look like from the wild west. They are in working order and most unusual.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Iron
19th Century Original Chrome Yellow Painted Handled Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century original painted double handled box. This early box or crate is in good condition and retains the original chrome yellow painted surface.
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Bakers Tray in Old Surface
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This funky old bread tray was used to put and serve the hot bread out of the early ovens or bake shop.
Category
19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
19th Century Original Painted Folky Textile and Country Store Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cool original painted 19th century country general store display rack is in wonderful sturdy condition. Could be used for hats, jeans or Ame...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Adirondack More Folk Art
Materials
Wood
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