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
Monumental American Craft Wooden Bench, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Monumental American Craft wooden bench, 1970s
One-piece wood top.
Category
1970s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Walnut Adjustable Lounge Chair Arden Riddle (1921-2011) pre-1965
By Arden Riddle
Located in Camden, ME
An adjustable lounge chair from one of Ohio's leading furniture craftsman, Arden Riddle. A hand crafted frame of black walnut with cased spring supports makes this a very unusual and...
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Brass
Swivel Barrel Chair by American Studio Craft Artist, David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
The Swivel Barrel Chair from American Studio Craft Artist David N. Ebner. Upholstered in an Italian Suede calf skin. Wenge wood frame,The swivel base is constructed of a heavy duty b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Suede, 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...
Category
1890s American Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Horn
Chair by Bruce Erdman in Koa Wood, 1984
By Bruce Erdman
Located in Berlin, DE
Chair with flexible backrest by Bruce Erdman in Koa Wood.
Category
1980s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
1950s Vintage American Craftsman Cabinmodern Studio Walnut Entryway Bench
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Very heavy, constructed of solid walnut. Original finish, so you see some wear from normal uses. Some splitting to top surface boards, some spalting (spotting) on the legs, and check...
Category
1950s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut
Antique Farm Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Antique farm bench, great patina.
Category
1920s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Vintage Studio Craft Windsor-Style Three Legged Low Stools in Cherrywood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of cherry wood studio craft low stools executed in a Windsor-Style (ca. 1970s, USA). Designed by a woodworker out of Syracuse, New York "WHP" about whom little is known.
Compose...
Category
1970s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Cherry
The David Ebner Free Edge Spalted Maple Bench
Located in Bellport, NY
Fine works by David N Ebner the spalted maple free edge bench.
Other woods available on request.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Maple
Set of Four Onassis White Lacquer Chairs by Karl Springer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of four "Jackie Onassis" chairs by Karl Springer, circa 1980s. Finished in glossy white lacquer and upholstered in a black leather with a slight s...
Category
1980s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Bronze MFA Bench by American Studio Craft Artist David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
An awarding winning bronze studio crafted bench by American artist, David N. Ebner. MFA stands for Museum of Fine Arts and located in Boston, MA. This piece has a wonderful Asian el...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Bronze
Armchair by “Móveis Cimo”, Brazil 1940s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Barcelona, ES
Classic armchair designed and produced by “Móveis Cimo” in 1940s, made of solid “imbuia” wood, curved “imbuia” plywood and brass details. Very strong and c...
Category
1940s Brazilian Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Brass
'The Renwick Stool" by David N Ebner, USA, 1990
Located in Bellport, NY
The Renwick stool named after The Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Arts Museum in Washington DC. This stool was originally purchased by the Sm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Maple
Sculptural Side Chair with Woven Leather Seat
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Side chair, leather, stained wood, United States, 1950s
Admirable handcrafted side chair from the 1950s. This chair features a combination of diverse shapes that create a wonderful ...
Category
1950s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Standard Chair Of Gardner U.S. Bi-Centennial Limited Edition Bench 1776-1976
Located in Germantown, MD
This rock solid bench is made by Standard Chair of Gardner Inc. in Massachusetts. What we have found out is a limited edition chair only made in 1976 for t...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Maple
Solid Wood Bar or Counter Stool, Blackened Ash
Located in Calgary, CA
A classic design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid American Ash with a grain-popping jet-Black stain. Our stools feature generously sized seats and erg...
Category
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Ash
David N. Ebner, Studio Craft Artist, Slatted Bamboo Bench
Located in Bellport, NY
A wonderful David N. Ebner bamboo bench. Shown in amber; the bamboo collection can be crafted in both natural or amber finish.
Through the use of stripped down Classic forms, Davi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Bamboo
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...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
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...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Oak
Craftsman Carved Chair by Stickley Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
Single carved Mahogany hall chair by Stickley Furniture. Beautiful carved rosette detail on back. Would be perfect as a desk or vanity chair. Sturdy, good antique condition.
Category
19th Century Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Rocking Chair by Angel Pazmiño for Muebles de Estilo, Ecuador
Located in Beerse, VAN
Very decorative and functional rocking chair, designed by Angel Pazmiño for the Ecuadorian manufacturer Muebles De Estilo.
The chair has a beautifully patinated wooden frame with a ...
Category
1970s Ecuadorean Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Antique slipper style rocking chair in cherrywood and blue velvet, late 19th c.
Located in View Park, CA
An antique Slipper style striped rocking chair, late 19th century or early 20th century. Upholstery in velveteen tones of Brittany blue and fog, and fe...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
M. Stalker Long Studio Bench from Shipwreck Wood and Chain
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
M. Stalker Long Studio bench from shipwreck wood and chain, 1863-1886
Studio piece crafted from the main ship haul of the M. Stalker, a Great Lakes 1...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Iron
Vintage Red Upholstered Wingback Chair with Wood Base
Located in Freehold, NJ
This vintage wingback chair features original red patterned upholstery, removable cushion, and solid wood base with original finish.
Dimensions: 27w 24d 48h 23ah 20.5sh
Condition: ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
David N. Ebner. Studio Craftsman, Sassafras Wood Book Chair
Located in Bellport, NY
Master craftsman David N. Ebner's sassafras wood book chair with his exclusive graphite Finish.
Please see the newly published book "David Ebner: Stu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Mahogany Brace Back Sadle Seat Windsor Chair W Brass Leg Caps
Located in Germantown, MD
An exceptional hand crafted Mid-Century Mahogany Brace Back Sadle Seat Windsor Chair With high Brass Leg Caps. Recently refinished and in great vintage condition. Measures 23.5" in w...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Brass
"MFA" Bench by American Studio Craft Artist David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
An MFA (Museum of Fine Arts) burnished blue milk paint bench over maple wood, by American studio Craft artist David N. Ebner.
Note: All works signed by the artist, David N. Ebner....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Paint
Handcrafted Solid Wood Bar or Counter Stool, White Oak
Located in Calgary, CA
A classic design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid white oak, wood is hand-selected for colour uniformity and quality. Our bar stools feature generousl...
Category
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
T-Back Krāne Stool - 4-Legged Version - Set of 4
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...
Category
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
19th Century American Hitchcock High Back Rocking Chair
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century American hitchcock high back rocking chair
Fine antique rocking chair - Classic American craftsmanship
Measures: 20" wide x...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Modern Solid Oak Chair with Clear Oil Finish for Dining / Writing Height Seating
Located in Birmingham, AL
The Bowtie chair by Alabama Sawyer is a modern solid oak chair with clear oil finish for dining or writing height seating. It combines elements of Minimal...
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
T-Back Krāne Stool, 4-Legged Version Walnut
Located in Calgary, CA
Comfortable, elegant and classic, a design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Handcrafted from solid American Black Walnut, made in Canada. The Krane stool features a gene...
Category
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Round Cane Lounge Seat by Ruth Collins New York
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Classic American Portable Ruth Collins Round Beach Cane Backrest Seat, New York
Vintage folding picnic seat with original leather straps. The canning on ...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Metal
Studio Craft Wooden Stool by Ron Curtis, US, 1960s
By Ron Curtis
Located in Berlin, DE
Sculptural handcrafted three legged stool by noted studio furniture maker Ron Curtis.
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
White 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
19th Century American Walnut Childs Chair with Provenance
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely stunning and historic 19th century American walnut childs chair belonging to Lida Calvert Hall 1867.
This Chair has impeccable provenance:
It is part o...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut
The Twisted Sassafras Wood & Rush Seat Bench, by Studio Artist, David Ebner
By David Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
Works by Internationally Renowned Studio Craft Designer David N Ebner, from the Sassafras Twisted Stick Collection. One of three ever made in this size,of...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood
Barstool by George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A walnut barstool designed by American Craftsman Master George Nakashima with hand-hewn spindles supporting a thin backrest, a shaped seat on four spl...
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Maple Rocking Chair with Spindle Back
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century rocking chair features solid maple construction, original maple finish, high back design with rounded spindles, and uniquely shaped arm rests.
Dimensions: 23.5w 31d...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Maple
20th Century American Ladder Back Armchair with Needlepoint Cushion
Located in Southampton, NY
20th Century American Ladder Back Armchair with Rush Seat and Needlepoint Cushion.
This American ladder-back armchair is a quintessential example of early American craftsmanship. Th...
Category
20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Hamilton Mfg Co High Back Adjustable Height Mahogany Architect Piano Stool
By Hamilton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Hamilton Mfg Co. High Back Adjustable Height Mahogany Architect Piano Stool. Item features an adjustable height seat, tall back with carvings, ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Rare George Hunzinger Rocking Chair with Patented Steel Webbing, 1869
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine form with one broken strap and geometric moulding at upper right missing. The back with the wire webbing flanked by bamboo form frame, and bold swirled arms with inverted trumpe...
Category
19th Century American Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
American Country Dining Chairs with Rush Seats and Loose Tufted Vinyl Seat Pads
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful set of 6 dining chairs in solid maple with rush seats and tufted vinyl Seat padding. Very good vintage condition. Measure 30.5"W x 23"D x 34.5"H. Seat height is 18" and arm...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Rush, Polystyrene, Maple
1940s Country High Back Oak Windsor Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1940s American Handcrafted high back windsor armchair. Great quality. Measures 22" in width x 24" in depth x 43" in height. Seat height is 17.5", seat interior width is 16", seat i...
Category
Mid-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.
Category
1950s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of Antique His & Hers Rocking Chairs with Caned Back & Upholstered Seat
Located in Freehold, NJ
This pair of antique his & hers rocking chairs feature hardwood frames, caned seat back, and vintage upholstered seats.
Dimensions in the listing are for the larger of the two chair...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Signed Studio Chair by American Woodcraftsman Mike Bartell, 1993
Located in Berlin, DE
Studio craft chair with great wood connections and a black leather seat.
Category
1990s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Karl Seemuller Studio Craft Stool, USA, 1973
By Karl Seemuller
Located in LEWES, GB
Sculpted freeform American Craft stool by Karl Seemuller, USA, 1973. Fast shipping worldwide.
Category
1970s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Vintage American Hardwood Dining Table and Chairs, Set of 5
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage American hardwood dining table and chairs - set of 5
A vintage hardwood dining table and 4 chairs, made in the USA.
We are wi...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Fabric, Boxwood
Craftsman Campaign Prayer Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-20th century, craftsman, Campaign or prayer chair features a carved cherry frame with newly upholstered luggage tan leather seat and back.
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
David Ebner sternum rocking chair
By David Ebner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rocking chair by David Ebner c 1983, height 29 inches width 26 inches 28 inches height 17 inch very good original condition signed with artists chop mark
Category
Mid-20th Century American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Studio Lounge Chair by Richard Harrison, US, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Custom, handmade armchair designed by Richard Harrison. This remarkable, lightweight and sculptural chair is made of walnut. The chair has beautiful connections and is in excellent c...
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut
1900 Gustav Stickely Early Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Youth Rocking Chair
Located in Monrovia, CA
GUSTAV STICKLEY Early American Craftsman Mission Quarter Sawn Oak Youth Rocker 1900s.
Early American Antique Piece Of Furniture and History.
This Early Antique Craftsman Mission Quarter Sawn Oak Rocker Is Also Known As A Sewing Rocker.
This Early American Arts and Crafts Rocker...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak
Stool by Ohio Craftsmen Michael Rozell, USA, 2020
Located in Berlin, DE
Stool by Ohio Craftsmen Michael Rozell, USA 2021
Studio stools by Michael Rozell with a figured maple wood top and Lace Wood legs, USA, 2020.
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Michael Rozell Studio Bar or Guitar Stool, USA, 2020
Located in Berlin, DE
Michael Rozell Studio bar or guitar stool, USA, 2020
Made in walnut and buckeye Birl inlay.
Highly crafted with chip carving and signed.
The legs are f...
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20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Vinyl
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, bentwood seat back, original brown vinyl seats and folding mechanism with steel reinforced frame.
Similar s...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Upholstery
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, original finish, bentwood seat back on two chairs, original red vinyl seats on all four, and reinforced stee...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Russel Wright for Old Hickory, 1940
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Reclining lounge chair and matching ottoman of chestnut from Russel Wright’s ‘Rustic Modern’ group, part of his American Provincial collection, Manufactured by Old Hickory Furniture ...
Category
1940s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Chestnut
American Craftsman seating for sale on 1stDibs.
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