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American Craftsman Seating

AMERICAN CRAFTSMAN STYLE

Inspired by the Arts & Crafts style in England, which rebelled against the mechanization of the Industrial Revolution with a proud emphasis on handcrafted design, American Craftsman style similarly pushed against the lavishness of the Victorian era. Coined by Wisconsin-born Gustav Stickley, a furniture designer and publisher of The Craftsman magazine, American Craftsman furniture would influence homegrown styles that followed, such as Mission and the Prairie School.

Like the popular early 20th-century Craftsman houses — which feature meticulous woodwork on everything from built-in bookcases in the living room and cabinetry in the kitchen to earth-toned exteriors with exposed rafters — American Craftsman furniture was all about handmade storage cabinets, bedroom furniture, chairs and other pieces built with organic materials. “Simplicity and straightforwardness of construction has always been the leading characteristic of Craftsman furniture,” Stickley stated. And while he is often credited with most of the designs at the Craftsman Workshops in Eastwood, New York, others such as Harvey Ellis were influential in shaping the straight-backed chairs, beds with vertical slats and tables with exposed joinery that came to define the style.

Highly utilitarian with no unnecessary flair, American Craftsman furniture was designed to emphasize the essence of its modest construction and promote the natural beauty of the wood. Solid oak, cherry, walnut and mahogany were all favored by the movement’s principal figures. Another attribute commonly associated with the style is the integration of subtle details like tooled leather, inlaid metal and hammered iron handles.

Owing to the outbreak of World War I, the popularity of American Craftsman style waned as consumer spending dropped and furniture companies shifted to the production of wartime materials and goods specified in government contracts. Yet, by the 1960s, there was a renewed appreciation for this foundational modern American style, with Stickley and his contemporaries in demand for the clean, simple lines and sturdy construction of American Craftsman furniture.

Find a collection of antique American Craftsman chests, nightstands, seating, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: American Craftsman
Old Hickory Tannery Traditional “Spirit Brown” Leather Club Arm-Chair
Located in Southampton, NJ
Experience handcrafted luxury in this American made armchair having plush down cushioning enveloped in genuine “Spirit Brown” leather decorated with nailhead trim over subtle walnut...
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21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Brass

Walnut Wood and Cork Barstool, Porto Chair Style Bar Seating Set of Four (4)
Located in Birmingham, AL
A modern and environmentally-friendly bar seating solution, the Porto Barstool offers versatility and sophistication to complement your interior design style. Cork trees are relative...
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2010s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Cork

Karve Counter Stool, Bespoke Counter Stool in Solid Oak & Leather
Located in Calgary, CA
Karve counter stool shown in a dark Wenge Stained White Oak & natural grain, smooth finish leather upholstery. A classic design, elegant yet sturdy in form, handcrafted to last gener...
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2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Ash, Leather, Oak

Black Walnut Live Edge Bench, G7 Summit ‘Bench in the Woods’ - In Stock
Located in Calgary, CA
A contemporary spin on an iconic bench - handcrafted in rich American black walnut this spindle-backed bench with exaggerated hand-turned legs makes a per...
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2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Flagg Desk Classic Writing Desk or Home Office Computer Desk by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
We handcrafted this classic writing desk with hardwoods from Birmingham's urban forest. For your home office, computer desk or a place to work from home,...
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2010s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Solid Wood Windsor Style Dining Chair, Spindle Back Chair by Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, CA
The Vände chair is a contemporary take on the classic Windsor chair. Hand-turned spindles feature wedged, mortice and tenon joinery for strength and aesthetic appeal. The round se...
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2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Solid Wood Windsor Style Dining Chair, Spindle Back Chair by Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, CA
The Vände chair is a contemporary take on the Classic Windsor chair. Hand-turned spindles feature wedged, mortice and tenon joinery for strength and aesthetic appeal. The round seat...
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2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

American Craft Movement Wood Tripod Milking Stool, United States, c.1950
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
American Craft Movement Wood Tripod Milking Stool, United States, c.1950.
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20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Walnut Wood and Cork Chair, Dining or Writing Desk Chair, Porto Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
The Porto chair embraces the fusion of timeless elegance and functional minimalism. This streamlined chair complements your urban wood dining table or writing desk. With its versatil...
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2010s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Handcrafted Solid Wood Bar or Counter Stool, Walnut Oak Ash
Located in Calgary, CA
A Classic design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid American black walnut, wood is hand-selected for color uniformity and quality. Our bar stools featur...
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2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Solid Wood Bar or Counter Stool, Walnut Oak Ash
Located in Calgary, CA
A classic design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid American black walnut, wood is hand-selected for color uniformity and quality. Our stools feature generously sized seats and ergonomically sculpted back / arm rests. Joinery is accented with Gabon ebony...
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2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Western Style Old Hickory Tannery Leather Club Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Western style leather and cow hide lounge chair and ottoman by noted American furniture company, Old Hickory Tannery. These pieces are in excellent, original, clean and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Fur, Leather

4 Spindle Back Windsor Dining Chairs Mortis & Tenon Joinery Habersham Plantation
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful set of 4 spindle back Windsor chairs comprised of maple, oak and pine hand crafted having mortise and tenon joinery in seats and backs by Habersham Plantation Corp. North...
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Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Maple, Oak, Pine

T-Back Krāne Stool, 4-Legged Version
Located in Calgary, CA
Comfortable, elegant and classic, a design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Handcrafted from solid American Ash, made in Canada. The Krane stool features a generously si...
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2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Vintage Oak Windsor Spindle Back Prosper's Bench or Settee 1970s
Located in Southampton, NJ
Vintage Windsor spindle back bench with full stretcher constructed of solid Oak. Generous proportions, in solid clean condition. Circa 1970. 37.5x52x23” HWD SH 18”
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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Oak

Wharton Esherick Important Sofa
Located in Chicago, IL
Wharton Esherick important sofa for Lawrence and Alice Seiver. We are pleased to offer this exceptional item, the epitome of the Americ...
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1950s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Poplar, Tulipwood, Walnut

Wharton Esherick Important Sofa
Wharton Esherick Important Sofa
$144,000 Sale Price
44% Off
Vintage Maple Stool or Small Bench by Cushman Colonial Creations
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous original Cushman Colonial Creations maple stool or small bench. Soft edges and corners, warm wood stain and beautiful patina. Original engraved tag under the seat.
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1930s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Maple

Studio Craft Sculpted Walnut Rocking Chair By Jeffrey Greene
Located in Culver City, CA
Get ready to rock and roll in style with Jeffrey Greene's walnut rocking chair, straight from the heart of Bucks County, PA. This chair isn't your average seat – it's a wild ride of ...
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1990s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Medium Size Tiger Walnut and Cane Seat Rocking Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A exquisite vintage medium size walnut and cane seat rocking chair in tiger walnut. Newer caning. Very good vintage condition.
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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Rare Early Pair of George Nakashima "New Chairs"
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An iconic pair of early circa 1952 George Nakashima "New Chairs" masterfully constructed out of walnut. Letter of authenticity included.
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1950s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Walnut

Modern Farmhouse, Windsor Style Chair in Walnut by Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, CA
A contemporary take on the classic Windsor chair. Hand-turned spindles feature wedged, mortice and tenon joinery for strength and aesthetic appeal, an heirloom-quality piece. Chai...
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2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Antique Farm Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Antique farm bench, great patina.
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1920s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Colonial American Armchair by Herman de Vries for Sikes Furniture Company
Located in San Diego, CA
A Craftsman armchair by Herman de Vries in solid maplewood; hand-hewn spindles, shaped seat on splayed squared legs. Crafted in the 1930s. Original condition shows some wear and scra...
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Maple

Donald Gordon Rocking Chair Kauri Wood Oak Sam Maloof New Zealand
Located in Munster, NRW
Donald Gordon, rocking chair in Kauri wood This rocking chair, made by Donald Gordon in the early 2000s, is a special object, a unique piece of furniture, the fantastic combination ...
Category

Early 2000s New Zealand American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Oak

Early and Rare Evert Sodergren Sculptured Chair, c. 1955
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The 'Sculptured' chair was originally designed in 1953 by Pacific Northwest master craftsman and cabinetmaker, Evert Sodergren, and it is the crown jewel of his oeuvre which spanned ...
Category

1950s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Beautiful Antique Dining Chairs, Hickory, Virginia, 1880s
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful set of six antique dining chairs, each chair is unique and a little different in size. Made in Virginia, 1880.
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1880s American Antique American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Hickory

Set of Four Wharton Esherick Captains Chairs 1955
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of Four Wharton Esherick Captain’s Chairs, 1955 A rare set of four handcrafted Captain’s chairs by Wharton Esherick, featuring sculpted walnut frames and newly replaced saddle le...
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1950s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique Painted Craftsman Artist Stool
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Wooden artist/painters stool circa 1920's. Knob handle with steel rods. Lots of old paint and crazing. 12" wide X 18" tall.
Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Steel

Flagg Desk Walnut Writing Desk or Home Office Computer Desk by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
We handcrafted this classic writing desk with walnut hardwood from Birmingham's urban forest. For your home office, computer desk or a place to work from home, comfortable and focused on a novel or a grocery list. The writing desk offers a unique contemporary design for the home office or any room. Three open storage compartments and two self-closing drawers ensure longevity and functionality. Simple steel pulls have a black patina. The finished back allows the desk to be used in the middle of a room for 360 viewing. A place to work from home, comfortable and focused, on the great American novel or a grocery list. Urban hardwood...
Category

2010s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Solid Ash & Cow Hide Karve Counter Stools, Set of Four
Located in Calgary, CA
Karve counter stools in blackened Ash with black & white cowhide upholstery. A classic design, elegant and lightweight in form, handcrafted to last generations. This set of four counter stools...
Category

2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Cowhide, Ash

Set Of 10 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Chairs
Located in Pasadena, TX
Designed as part of the iconic Aluminum Group, this low-back, side chair has the same sophisticated, refined aesthetic with extra padding. This authentic Eames Soft Pad Chair is mad...
Category

1950s Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Leather

Wood and Cork Stool or Ottoman Suber Stool by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Organic forms and natural materials play a duet in this Mid-Century Modern inspired Suber stool. Upholstered in cork and shown here in walnut, our Suber s...
Category

2010s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Cork

Studio Rocking Chair by Richard Harrison, US, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Custom, handmade studio rocking chair designed by Richard Harrison. This remarkable, lightweight and sculptural chair is made of walnut with. The chair has beautiful connections and ...
Category

1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Walnut

Flagg Side Table Bedside Table Storage by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
We handcrafted this classic bedside table with hardwoods from Birmingham's urban forest. For your bedroom, it can hold books, reading glasses, a lamp or glass of water. A single drawer allows some items to stay discreet or keep your phone of sight, out of mind. Use this small table in a library, living room or guest room. A simple steel pulls has a black patina. The finished back allows the bedside table to be used in any floor plan as a single item between two twin size beds, or two flanking the sides of a queen or king size bed. We can customize the dimensions or add additional drawers to fit your bedroom design and create the perfect space for comfort and aesthetic appeal. Urban hardwood...
Category

2010s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Handcrafted Solid Wood Bar or Counter Stools, Walnut - (Set of 2) Ready to Ship
Located in Calgary, CA
A Classic design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid American black walnut, wood is hand-selected for color uniformity and quality. Our counter stools fe...
Category

2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut

T-Back Krāne Stool in Solid Black Ash
Located in Calgary, CA
Comfortable, elegant and Classic, a design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid American Ash, hand-selected for colour uniformity and quality. The Krane s...
Category

2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

12 Solid Mahogany Arts & Crafts style Dining Chairs
Located in Denton, TX
Solid mahogany studio crafted set of twelve dining chairs in the style of Frank Lloyd Wright. Beautiful grain that enhances the design of these chairs would elevate any homes presen...
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20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Naugahyde, Mahogany

Pair of Cushman Furniture Co. Early American Carved Wood Captain's Dining Chairs
Located in East Freetown, MA
Pair of Cushman Furniture Company carved wood early American style captains chairs (with arms). These sturdy wooden dining chairs complement the set of four dining chairs that are al...
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Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Vintage Contemporary Wood Framed Cream Upholstered Arm Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Oversized Contemporary Wood Framed Cream Plaid Upholstered Azure Arm Chair by Sam Moore.
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Upholstery

American Studio Live Edge Stool in Walnut and Maple Burl by Michael Elkan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A counter-height stool executed in American black walnut and with a sculptural, free edge seat in maple burl by Oregon-based craftsman, Michael Elkan. Walnut has a warm, reddish hue ...
Category

20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Fantastic Organic Modern Bobby Falwell Rocker and Ottoman Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic organic modernist rocking chair and ottoman, hand-carved by Kentucky craftsman Bobby Falwell, a student of Wendell Castle. Each piece...
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1970s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Nichols & Stone Hitchcock Style Rocking Chair in Honor of U.S. Gen. Thayer
Located in Germantown, MD
Stunning Hitchcock Style Rocking Chair crafted by Nichols & Stone. Splendid black, gold and tan with intricate hand painted flowers. This fabulous chair was crafted by Nichols and Stone in Honor US Civil War General...
Category

1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Oak

Horace B. Hartshaw Set of 3 Stools /Student of Wharton Esherick
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 3 Horace B. Hartshaw Three-legged Stools. Two date to 1986 and the 3rd was commissioned in 1993. All signed on bottom. Hartshaw was a student of Wharton Esherick. These ar...
Category

1980s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Walnut, Hardwood, Hickory

Artisan-Made Spindle Back Rocking Chair In The Style Of Sam Maloof
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning artisan-made rocking chair is hand-crafted in the style of acclaimed American furniture maker and woodworker Sam Maloof who is considered a central figure of the post-w...
Category

Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Maple

Solid Wood Karve Dining Chair in Black Ash by Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, CA
The solid wood Karve chair features soft curves and a contoured backrest exuding comfort and craftsmanship. The blackened finish accentuates the grain of the ash, beautiful from ever...
Category

2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Hardwood, Ash

Handcrafted Solid Wood FIJN Dining Chair by Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, CA
The FIJN chair is a contemporary chair featuring faceted Walnut mindfully sculpted into an ergonomic shell. Joinery is visible and robust, a solid yet playful design built to last generations...
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2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Antique Wood Ladder Back Rush Seat Child's Accent Chair Painted Orange
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A children's American Arts and Crafts ladder back chair with a rush seat. We love a good ladder back chair, and this piece is perfect for a kid's room. Created from wood, the back fe...
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20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Rush, Wood

4-Legged T-Back Krāne Stool in Solid Wood by Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, CA
Comfortable, elegant and Classic, a design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid American ash, hand-selected for colour uniformity and quality. The Krane s...
Category

2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Ash

Ebonized Oak Wood and Cork Chair Dining or Writing Desk Chair Porto Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
The Porto chair embraces the fusion of timeless elegance and functional minimalism. This streamlined chair complements your urban wood dining table or writing desk. With its versatil...
Category

2010s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

American Studio Craft Sculptural Chair by Steven Spiro, 2005
Located in Coronado, CA
A breathtaking sculpted and inlaid chair made by American studio craft artist Steven Spiro. This unique piece features an organic, curvaceous, cantilevered form in sculpted and bent-...
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Early 2000s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Hardwood

Asian American George Suyeoka Studio Prototype Chair in the Style of Nakashima
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A studio crafted oiled black American walnut sculptural chair in the manner of George Nakashima designed and made by Japanese American George Suyeoka, f...
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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Antique Craftsman Quarter Sawn Oak Dining or Single Desk Chair Upholstered Seat
Located in Monrovia, CA
This Is An Antique Craftsman Quarter Sawn Oak Or Tiger Oak Wood Single Dining Chair or Single Desk Chair With An Upholstered Black Vinyl Seat. The Tiger...
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Early 1900s American Antique American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Oak

Sam Maloof Highback Horned Desk Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Sam Maloof Highback Horned Desk Chair, Oiled Oakwood reupholstered with Spinneybeck leather. Branded manufacturer's marks to underside 'Maloof California'. Adjustable seat now set at...
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1970s Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Sam Maloof Highback Horned Desk Chair
Sam Maloof Highback Horned Desk Chair
$12,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Three-Legged Stool by Studio Woodworker John W Los
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautifully crafted stool is a fine example of American woodworker John W Los.
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Mid-20th Century North American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Loveseat with Caned Back & Upholstered Seat
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique loveseat features solid wood frame, sculpted arm rests, unique seat back with caning, and vintage upholstery on the seat.

Matching pair of rocking chairs available sepa...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Incredible Late 19th Century Steer Horn Chair and Ottoman
Located in St. Louis, MO
Incredible late 19th or early 20th century rustic steer long horn chair and ottoman. This chair is in great condition, has spring seat and is very stur...
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1890s American Antique American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Horn

Oak Craftsman Architect Drafting Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1940s, adjustable height, oak, architect drafting stool features a slat back and swivel seat. There is 5 inches of adjustability in height. T...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Oak

Freeform Armchair from the American Craft Movement, circa 1950-1960
Located in Lille, Hauts-de-France
A wonderful freeform armchair in olive tree Unique piece from the American Craft Studio Movement 1950-1960.
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1950s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Wood

Sculpted Figured Walnut Counter Stool by Michael Rozell, USA 2021
Located in Berlin, DE
Sculpted figured walnut counter stool by Ohio Craftsman Michael Rozell. These can be ordered also in larger quantities.
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2010s American American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Walnut

Bar Stool by Arthur Espenet Carpenter, USA, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Bar stool in Rawhide by Arthur Espenet Carpenter, 1960s. Arthur Espenet Carpenter (1920-2006) was an American furniture designer and craftsman. He was born in San Francisco, Californ...
Category

1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

American Craftsman seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Craftsman seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Craftsman seating made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Canada pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Möbius Objects, Chris Miano, David N. Ebner, and Alabama Sawyer. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $140 and tops out at $273,000 while the average work can sell for $3,200.

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