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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The Forest Large Stool
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Meticulously handcrafted in the United Kingdom, this upholstered stool boasts classic studding and hand-polished solid beech legs, showcasing a beautiful tapestry design perfect as a...
Birch
Strawberry Thief Red Tapestry Footstool
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
This finely woven footstool is a true testament to craftsmanship. Skilfully crafted by artisans and upholstered by hand in the United Kingdom with the finest quality tapestry-woven f...
Birch
Stickley Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Sofa with Burgundy Leather Upholstery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Arts & Crafts sofa by Stickley exemplifies the brand’s celebrated commitment to craftsmanship, integrity of materials, and timeless American design. Expertly designe...
Leather, Oak
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Daybed, Newly Restored
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts daybed or chaise lounge By Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Early 20th Century Quarter sawn oak frame, with upholstered cushions. Measu...
Upholstery, Oak
Dutch Arts & Crafts armchair with salamanders and cloves, Kobus de Graaff
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
Jacobus de Graaff (1876–1936) Oak armchair with woodcarved salamanders on the armrests and organic motifs (cloves) in the backrest. Step into the early 20th century and experience ...
Oak
Large Oak Jury Bench att. to Gunlocke
By Gunlocke
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique Jury style bench, constructed of solid oak, with a continuous curved backrest and curved back supports. Hard to find form, especially hard to find in this great...
Oak
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Bow Arm Reclining Morris Lounge Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts bow arm reclining Morris lounge chair with ottoman Designed by Gustav Stickley Produced by Warren Hile Studio...
Leather, Oak
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1910
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period quarter sawn oak rocking chair By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1910 Measures: 26.5"W x 28"D x 35.25"H. Seat height: 16.5". Arm h...
Upholstery, Oak
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1910
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts period V-back rocking chair By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak, with brown leather upholstered seat. Measures: 26"W x 3...
Leather, Oak
$563Sale Price|68% Off
19th C Oak Stool with Leather Strap Top all handmade, Arts & Crafts period
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good handmade stool with a well turned solid oak frame and a woven leather strap top, all dating to the Arts & Crafts period of the late 19th century. The stool is made of solid oak. The frame joints into four legs with ring turned detail and with four jointed rectangular cross stretchers between the legs, making this a very strong construction. The seat top is made of interwoven reddish-brown leather straps which sit on fabric webbing below the leather and give additional support to the seat. The seat is finished off with four narrow leather strips that run along the lower seat edge, one on each side, that are secured by brass nail studs. The stool has developed a good patina from age and use and the reddish-brown leather has a deep natural mature shine, only achieved by repeated polishing and use over the years. This piece is made in the 17th century Jacobean style but we date the stool to the late 19th century, made in the English Arts & Crafts period of the late 19th century. Please note the images are taken both indoors and outdoors in different light conditions. Notes on English leather topped seating Leather covers on English seating dates back to the middle ages and the 16th century. Mature leather seats can be as tough and polished as the wood of the frame itself. During the reign of Elizabeth 1st...
Leather, Fabric, Oak
Antique English Stool Footstool Bench Carved Top Barley Twist Legs Oak c. 1920s
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique English Carved Oak Barley Twist Stool Footstool Bench with Carved Topc. 1920s Barley twist legs and "X" stretcher with up finial~...
Oak
Limbert Style Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Arts & Crafts period dining chairs or side chairs In the manner of Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Early 20th Century Carved quarter sawn oak, with cane seats. ...
Cane, Oak
Early 20th Century Cottage Style Bobbin Corner Chairs with Rush Seating
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Corner chair by Stefanus Collé from the 1920s features cottage style bobbin turnings and carved wood frame with original rush seating. Decorative spindles create characteristic verti...
Rush, Wood
L. & J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Bench, Circa 1910
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period bench, settle sofa, settee, or love seat By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1910 Gorgeous quarter sawn oak, with newly reuphol...
Leather, Oak
Limbert Style Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Dining Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts period dining chair or side chair In the manner of Charles P. Limbert Co. USA, Circa 1900 Carved quarter sawn oak, with upholstered seat. ...
Upholstery, Oak
Strawberry Thief Tapestry Footstool
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
This finely woven footstool is a true testament to craftsmanship. Skilfully crafted by artisans and upholstered by hand in the United Kingdom with the finest quality tapestry-woven f...
Birch
J. M. Young & Sons Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1910
By J. M. Young and Sons, Stickley Brothers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period rocking chair In the manner of Stickley Brothers By J.M. Young & Sons USA, Circa 1910 Quarter sawn oak, with leather upholstere...
Leather, Oak
Antique Oak Mission Arts and Crafts Gothic Style Bench Settee c. 1900/1930's
By Gustav Stickley, Charles Limbert
Located in New York, NY
Incredible Mission, Gothic, Arts and Crafts style settee, bench, constructed of quarter sawn oak, and oak veneer. The bench features back supports with pyramid form capitals, a drama...
Oak
Pair of Finnish early 20th century brutalist hand carved pine chairs
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover the timeless charm of our Pair of early 20th century brutalist pine chairs. Hand-carved from one piece of wood, these unique pieces showcase extraordinary craftsmanship and ...
Pine
$300Sale Price|20% Off
English Antique Inlaid Mahogany Arts & Crafts Side Chair Bedroom Chair
Located in Leicester, GB
An absolutely stunning Arts & Crafts spindle back chair from the early 1900s. Made in England. The chair has delicate legs and shaped spindles on the decorative backrest. The back of...
Mahogany
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Reclining Morris Lounge Chair With Ottoman
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts Morris reclining lounge chair with ottoman By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, 1997 Solid quarter sawn oak frame, with leather upholstered seat and ...
Leather, Oak
L. & J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1910
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period rocking chair By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak, with leather seat cushion. Measures: 27"W x 27.5"D ...
Leather, Oak
Set of four Slovenian Maple Continuous Arms Windsor chairs
Located in Germantown, MD
A set two continuous arm and two side Windsor Chairs in solid red maple with high barrel back, made in Slovenia. Great vintage condition. Measure 22.5" in width, 24" in depth and 4...
Maple
Frank Lloyd Wright Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood Dining Chairs, Set of Four
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Cassina
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of four Arts & Crafts "Coonley 2" side chairs or dining chairs By Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina (signed with original branded label) Italy, 1992 (designed in 19...
Upholstery, Cherry
Sculptural Organic Chair Made From Teak Root in the Style of Daryl Stokes
By Daryl Stokes
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A sculptural, organically shaped chair made from Teak root in the style of Daryl Stokes. We are uncertain of the maker and period but we found the chair in Denmark. Sturdy and stron...
Teak
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts rocker By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with newly reupholstered brown leather seat cus...
Leather, Oak
Shapland & Petter, Arts and Crafts Oak Tub Chair (12 in stock)
Located in London, GB
Shapland and Petter Tub chair in oak, aligned to the Arts and Crafts movement (1880–1910), c.1910. The compact tub form with enclosed arms suits a study or hall setting. A notable c...
Oak
Swivel High Stool in Bentwood
By Thonet
Located in Barcelona, ES
Revolving high stool in bentwood with upholstered seat and backrest. Thonet style, Austria, 1930s Nicely constructed in turned bentwood standing up on four legs with a foot rest ring. The wood structure is strong and sturdy. Height adjustable. Nice aged patina. This eye-catching rotating stool...
Wood, Bentwood
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Dining Chairs, Set of Eight
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of eight antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with yellow...
Leather, Oak
Charles Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Settle Sofa, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Mission or Arts & Crafts period settle sofa or bench By Charles Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Quarter sawn oak, with upholstered seat cushion. Measures: 72"W x 27....
Oak
2 Stickley Bros. Mission Arts and Crafts Period Quaint Furniture Chairs
Located in New York, NY
Great set of two Stickley Brothers Co., Quaint Furniture, Mission oak chairs to include a lounge chair, and the matching rocking chair. Nice large sc...
Upholstery, Oak
$1,327Sale Price|40% Off
Rare French Arts and Crafts High Back Spindle Wood Winged Upholstered Armchair
Located in Trensacq, FR
Beautifully crafted spindle wood wing back armchair C1900 France. The unusual chair features an arched headrest and armrests, spindle back support and side panels and an upholstered...
Beech
Shapland & Petter Eight Arts & Crafts Oak Armchairs with Shaped Headrest & Seats
Located in London, GB
Shapland and Petter. A good set of seven Arts & Crafts oak armchair's with shaped headrests, stylized cutouts to the side and back splats, and contoured comfortable seats with a good...
Oak
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle Bench or Settee
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style spindle bench, settee, or love seat By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frame, with William Morris ...
Upholstery, Oak
Monumental Sofa in Patinated Brown Leather, Studs and Velvet Late 19th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Monumental Sofa in Patinated Dark Brown Leather, Brass Studs and Velvet Late 19th Century A very remarkable and monumental late 19th century sofa in patinated dark brown leather, st...
Brass
M H Baillie Scott by J P White. Arts & Crafts walnut armchair with new rush seat
Located in London, GB
M H Baillie Scott by J P White. An Arts & Crafts Walnut armchair with a new rush seat. Illustrated in: Furniture made at the Pyghtle Works Bedford, by J P White. Furniture designed b...
Walnut
Pair of Arts & Crafts Windsor Armchairs
Located in Greenwich, CT
A pair of Arts & Crafts windsor armchairs of tailored form, having tall fan backs with shaped rail over four spindles with a continuous bentwood spindle supported arm and saddled sea...
Beech
ARTS & CRAFTS Highback Chair designed by Chris Wegerif, c1900
By Chris Wegerif
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Highback Chair designed by Chris Wegerif, made of an Oak structure with woven cane seating and back (The back has been restored at a later date). An Art and Crafts chair from aroun...
Cane, Oak
Set of Six Early 20th Century Bentwood Chairs with Cane Seats
Located in Barcelona, ES
Add a touch of vintage elegance to your home with this exquisite set of six early 20th century bentwood chairs. Manufactured in Vale...
Bentwood
Michael Thonet for Thonet Wood Vienna Straw Dining Room Chairs 1930s
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Set of six vintage dining chairs ‘Model No. 233’ designed by Michael Thonet for Thonet Czechoslovakia, with bentwood back frame and armrests, Vienna straw seat, some bearing the orig...
Straw, Wood
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of six of Mission or Arts & Crafts dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Early 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak, with rush seats. Measures: 17"W x 18"D x 36...
Rush, Oak
Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina Arts & Crafts Barrel Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Arts & Crafts or Prairie style barrel chairs By Frank Lloyd Wright for Cassina Italy, 1989 (originally designed in 1903 for the Martin House in Buffalo) Car...
Upholstery, Cherry
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts H-Back Dining Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare pair of Mission or Arts & Crafts period H-back side chairs or dining chairs By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1912 Solid quarter sawn oak, with leather upholstered seats. Meas...
Leather, Oak
Heals of London, attributed. An Arts & Crafts oak lattice back side chair
By Heal's
Located in London, GB
Heals of London, attributed. An Arts & Crafts oak lattice back side chair with a nice original, drop in rush seat.
Oak
Antique Arts & Crafts Mission L &JG Stickley Even Arm Oak Settle #281
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare to find. L& J G Stickley even arm settle # 281 I quarter sawn oak. L& GJ Stickley was a large and important contribute to the Arts & ...
Steel
Freddie & Fenella Upholstered Stool
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Meticulously handcrafted in the United Kingdom, this upholstered stool boasts classic studding and hand-polished solid beech legs, showcasing a beautiful tapestry design perfect as a...
Birch
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocking Chair, Circa 1910
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts rocking chair By Gustav Stickley (signed with red decal) USA, Circa 1910 Solid quarter sawn oak, with upholstered seat. Measures: 27.13"W x 2...
Upholstery, Oak
E W Godwin attributed. An Anglo-Japanese Walnut Side Chair.
Located in London, GB
Edward William Godwin (attributed), an Anglo-Japanese walnut side chair, circa 1875, probably by William Watt. With a lattice back, a later overstuffed gi...
Walnut
Antique Metamorphic Table/Chair Tilt-Top Monks Bench
Located in Forney, TX
A fascinating metamorphic table / chair English oak monk's bench from the early 20th century. Having a circular tabletop with molded edge and dec...
Oak
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle Settle Sofa
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style Prairie settle sofa or loveseat By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Early 21st Century Solid quarter sawn oak, with upholstered seat and back cush...
Upholstery, Oak
Stickley Mission Collection Oak Bow Arm Reclining Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Stickley Mission Collection oak bow arm reclining chair with slatted construction, adjustable back, elongated corbel motifs beneath the arms, pyramidal motifs, green leather cushions...
Leather, Oak
Liberty and Co. A litte beech stained and original cane seated rocking chair
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. A sweet litte beech stained and original cane seated rocking chair with a wonderful wavy back flowing down while attatching to...
Beech
$950Sale Price|20% Off
Late 19th Century English Oak Aesthetic Movement Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome late 19th century oak armchair in the Eastlake style, reflecting the broader Aesthetic Movement and early Arts & Crafts sensibilities of the period. Constructed from s...
Fabric, Oak
Attributed to Philip Webb Rare pair of large Sussex Armchairs, fully restored
By Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
Morris & Co. Attributed to Philip Webb A rare pair of unusually large Sussex Armchairs. This original pair have been fully restored, gently dismantled, joints cleaned, glued and clam...
Beech
Stickley Mission Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood Spindle Reclining Morris Lounge Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts style Morris reclining spindle lounge chair By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid cherry wood frame, with leather uphol...
Leather, Cherry
Antique Sauveur Arras French Wrought Cast Iron Spine Scrolling Garden Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique French Wrought Cast Iron Spine Sauveur Arras Scrolling Garden Side Chair. Ite...
Iron
$5,900 / item
Ace Chair with Red Velvet Coronation Fabric
Located in Istanbul, TR
Drawing inspiration from the Queen of Spades, these chairs embody a spirited elegance, making them perfect as standout dining or accent pieces. Available with two distinct leg styles...
Upholstery, Velvet, Cherry, Oak
$490Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Arts & Crafts Quartersawn Oak Saddle Seat Desk Side Chair Paw Foot
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th Arts & Crafts Desk Chair. Features a quartersawn oak frame with vase shaped back and saddle seat. The chair is supported by tapered legs at the front with paw feet a...
Oak
Gustav Stickley Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Settle Sofa, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period bench, settle sofa, settee, or love seat In the manner of Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Gorgeous quarter sawn oak, with up...
Upholstery, Oak
Côte D'ivoire Senufo Wood Milk Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
African Senufo milk stool features a distinctive design with four tapered legs and an abstract form. This piece showcases intricate abstract and geometric patterns meticulously integ...
Wood