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ARTS AND CRAFTS STYLE

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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Style: Arts and Crafts
Set of Two Arts & Crafts Chairs in Wood and Rattan, circa 1910
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of two Arts & Crafts chairs in wood and rattan, circa 1910 By unknown designer and manufacturer. Manufactured in Spain, circa 1910. Wood and rattan. In original condition with m...
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1910s Spanish Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood

Antique L. & J.G. Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Open Arm Settee or Loveseat
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Mission or Arts & Crafts loveseat, settee, or sofa By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with upholstered seat cushion. Measures: 65"W x 25"D x 36"H. Seat height...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

Anton Rosen bench in birch with horsehair upholstery, Denmark 1900’s
Located in Valby, 84
A rare and remarkable bench designed by celebrated Danish architect and designer Anton Rosen, crafted around 1905. This exquisite piece features a birchwood frame with elegant black-...
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Early 1900s Danish Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Fabric, Birch

Danish art and craft armchair, stained pine and cord, first part of last century
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Danish armchair in stained pine with woven cord seat. Handcrafted in the first part of the 20th century in good condition and unrestored. Pegged assembly, beautiful patina, cord in g...
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1930s Danish Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Cord, Pine

Arts and Crafts Adirondack Mission Oak & Blue Upholstered Lounge Chair, C. 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century Antique Addirondack Handcrafted Mission Oak and Blue Upholstered seat Lounge Chair. Measures 32" in width, 29" in depth, 28" in depth. Seat height is 16, Arm heigh...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

Arts and Crafts Oak Armchair, UK, 1900s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning c.1900 Arts and Crafts oak lounge chair retailed by Goodyers of Regent Street, known for their association with Liberty & Co. The armchair features intricate yin and yang cu...
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Early 1900s British Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Velvet, Oak

Chinese 19th Century Handcrafted Lounge Chair
Located in Hilversum, NL
Original antique Chinese 19th century handcrafted adjustable yoke back wooden reclining lounge chair. Adjustable backrest and uniquely curved armrests. Good color and patina. Adjusta...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood

Wylie & Lochhead. Pair of Arts & Crafts Oak Side Chairs
Located in London, GB
Wylie & Lochhead. A pair of simple Arts & Crafts oak side or bedroom chairs with newly laid rush seats. Additional Measurements: Seat height: 43.5cm / 17.13 Inches
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Early 1900s British Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Arts & Crafts Armchair
Located in Antwerp, BE
I actually don't want to sell this piece before I know what it is.
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Set of 14 Antique English Victorian Arts & Crafts Oak & Leather Dining Chairs
Located in Glasgow, GB
A super original set of 14, 19th century Arts & Crafts golden oak dining chairs probably by Liberty’s or Wylie & Lochhead. Comprising 12 side ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Metal, Brass

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Stool by a Danish Artist, Denmark
Located in Valby, 84
A rare and charming wooden bench from the early 20th century, crafted in the spirit of the Danish Skønvirke movement — the Scandinavian counterpart to Art Nouveau. This piece feature...
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Early 20th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood, Paint

American Carved Solid Maple Spindle Back Dining or Side Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of vintage Early American style carved solid maple dining chairs or side chairs USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 19"W x 19"D x 33.5"H. Seat Height: 16.75". Very good ori...
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1970s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Maple

Early 20th century Martin Nyrop Stool, for Copenhagen Town Hall, C. 1905
Located in Valby, 84
This beautifully crafted stool was designed by Danish architect Martin Nyrop (1849-1921) for Copenhagen City Hall around 1905. Made from solid pine with a distinctive sculptural form...
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Early 1900s Danish Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Pine

L. & J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Settee or Loveseat
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful antique Mission or Arts & Crafts loveseat, settee, or sofa By L. & J.G. Stickley (signed with branded mark) USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with upholstered se...
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

Antique English Carved Tiger Oak Joint Stool Side Table
Located in Pearland, TX
A superb antique early 20th-Century English oak joint stool with a beautifully carved apron, hand turned legs, and lovely figured tiger oak seat with scalloped edges. This fine stool...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Gustav Stickley Oak Ladder Back Desk / Dining Chair, c.1916
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Gustav Stickley Oak Ladder Back Desk / Dining Chair, c.1916.
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Pair of Arts & Crafts Mahogany Highly Carved Glastonbury Chairs
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of richly carved Glastonbury armchairs in Mahogany. Bold inscriptions adorn both sides of the arms and the inside back of both chairs. Along with the inscription are Celtic Symbols...
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1980s Scottish Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Mahogany

Rustic Folk Art Lounge Chair, UK, 1920s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early 20th-century easy chair, a true testament to the principle of form following function. This exquisite piece stands out for its meticulous attention to detail. The intricate pat...
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1920s British Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood

Philip Clissett A fine set of four early Arts & Crafts ash ladder back armchairs
Located in London, GB
Philip Clissett. A fine set of four early Arts and Crafts ash ladder back armchairs with pegged joints. Slightly larger than usual, beautifully made with sculptured ladders and all i...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Ash

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts sewing rocker By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quartersawn oak, with black leather seat. Measures: 18"W x 29"D x 33.5"H. Seat height:...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Lifetime Furniture 403 Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Leather Ottoman Stool Footstool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lifetime Furniture 403 Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Leather Ottoman Stool Footstool (B). Item features a brown leather loose cushion, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, orig...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

E G Punnett for Liberty & Co. A Walnut side chair with inlaid floral decoration.
Located in London, GB
E G Punnett for Liberty & Co, made by William Birch. A Walnut side chair with circular floral sycamore and boxwood inlays to the back.
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Walnut

Dutch Modernist High-Back Chairs with Cord Seating, Netherlands, 1920s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Early 20th-century chairs, hailing from the distinguished Hague School in the Netherlands, dating back to the 1920s. With a pure and simple beauty, these chairs epitomize the essence...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Seating

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Fruitwood

Stunning Edwardian Bow Back Walnut Chair Arts & Crafts Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely hand made in England walnut frame bow back armchair with mother of pearl inlay in the arts of crafts style A good looking and decora...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

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Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut

Vintage Bronze Charles Rennie Mackintosh "Hill Chair"
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall back chair designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for Scotland's world renowned Helensburgh "Hill House". First introduced in 1902, this vintage reproduction features a unique br...
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20th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Seating

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Metal

A set of four Arts and Crafts dining chairs with nicely carved floral decoration
Located in London, GB
A set of four Arts and Crafts dining chairs with nicely carved floral decoration to the head rails with slatted and circular details to th...
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Early 1900s Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Shapland and Petter Arts & Crafts Oak Chair in the Style of M H Baillie Scott
Located in London, GB
Shapland and Petter. A rare Arts & Crafts oak chair in the style of M H Baillie Scott with slatted angled back and upside down heart cut-outs around the apron below the seat on shape...
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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Arts & Crafts Cotswold School Pair of Walnut Chairs Attributed To Edward Barnsle
Located in Petworth, GB
Arts and Crafts Cotswold School pair of walnut chairs Raised ebony and holly chequered inlay Exposed jointing and chamfered detail Drop-in original green leather seats Attributed...
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1920s English Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Ebony, Walnut, Holly

Modernist Design Easy Chair by Bas Van Pelt, Netherlands 1930's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Arts & Crafts period Modernist Dutch Design Easy Lounge Arm Chair by Bas Van Pelt. Made in the Netherlands, 1930's period. Light beech or birch wood constructed frame with ro...
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1930s Dutch Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Fabric, Rope, Beech, Birch

Beice 3-Seat Sofa
Located in Istanbul, TR
Beice is a 3-seat sofa designed to mimic the feeling of sitting on cotton candy clouds. The combination of its powder pink color, arc shaped back rests, round edges and sphere walnut...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood

Roycroft Side Chair in Very Good Condition cir 910- Stickley era W7738
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a beautiful Antique Side Chair made by Roycroft (Roycroft Model 025) in very good condition. It was made in the early 1900s. It has a leather seat and original finish. Stu...
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Cotton, Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Spindle Back Armchair With Leather Cushion
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Spindle Back Armchair With Leather Cushion C1910. 39 1/8" x 27 7...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

George Walton for John Rowntree's cafe. An Arts and Crafts walnut armchair
Located in London, GB
George Walton for John Rowntree's cafe & Miss Cranston tearooms.An Arts and Crafts walnut armchair. George Walton first designed this armchair which had a cane seat and back, around ...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Walnut

Stickley Mission Arts and Crafts Cherry Wood Settle Sofa
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style Prairie settle sofa By L. & J.G Stickley USA, 21st Century Solid cherry wood frame, with original upholstery. Measures: 84.5"W x 37.5"D ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

Swedish Monk Chair and Triangular Side Table Sweden 1960's
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Triangular Mid-Century Swedish chair and stool in the Manner of Charlotte Perriand, circa 1960s. Set of triangular mid-century chair and stool or side table in oak. Nordic Sweden Arts and Crafts Style triangular chair and side table or stool. Set of Mid-Century Swedish Monk...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Pair American Arts and Crafts Solid Oak Armchairs, early 20th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
solidly constructed and having concave backs with connected arms and arms supports, the shaped seats raised on block legs joined by h-form stretchers
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

E G Punnet attributed. Probably made by William Birch. An oak wing back armchair
By William Birch, E. G. Punnett
Located in London, GB
E G Punnet attributed. Probably made by William Birch and retailed by Goodyers of Regent Street. An Arts and Crafts oak wing back hall armchair using flat sided construction. With fl...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

X, Soli Red Monkey Pod Wood Stool
Located in Chiangmai, TH
The introduction of Torii, a minimalist collection infused with the Japanese spirit and culture. The collection draws influence from the traditional Japanese gate which is typically ...
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2010s Thai Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood

Manner of E Gimson. A set of three lovely quality oak ladderback dining chairs
Located in London, GB
Manner of E Gimson. A set of three lovely quality Arts and Crafts oak ladderback dining or side chairs with hand sculptured ladders to the back and retaining the original rush seats....
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Liberty and Co. A good quality Windsor armchair
Located in London, GB
A good quality Windsor armchair attributed to Liberty and Co with well designed back supports. There is an identical armchair in Jeremy Coopers Victorian and Edwardian Furniture and ...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Arts and Crafts Sussex Chair
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts period ash and rush Sussex chair England, 1880-1900
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Rush, Ash

Shapland and Petter. A top quality Glasgow school oak Arts and Crafts hall chair
Located in London, GB
Shapland and Petter attributed, in the manner of M H Baillie Scott. A Glasgow School Arts and Crafts oak hall chair with stylized floral carving to the back.
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Signed Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts sewing or nursing rocker By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with brown leather se...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

J S Henry Arts & Crafts oak dining chair with throne like caps & a sweeping back
Located in London, GB
George Montague Ellwood. Made by J S Henry. An Arts and Crafts oak dining chair with throne like capped tops and sweeping back supports standing on tapering square legs. One availabl...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Six Arts & Crafts Matching Oak Cafe Settles or Loveseats with Shaped Back Rests
Located in London, GB
Six Arts & Crafts matching oak cafe settles, benches or loveseats with shaped backrests. Attributed to Wylie & Lochhead. Would also work great in a cafe, bar or your own dining or ...
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Early 1900s Scottish Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Carved Oak Lyre Back Folding Chairs by Phoenix Chair Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional set of twelve Arts & Crafts period lyre back folding dining chairs or side chairs By Phoenix Chair Company USA, Circa 1920s Carved oak, with tan vinyl uphol...
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1920s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Jac. van den Bosch Arts & Crafts Club Chair for 't Binnenhuis Amsterdam, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts & Crafts club chair. Design by Jac. van den Bosch for 't Binnenhuis Amsterdam. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid American walnut frame with origin...
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Early 1900s Dutch Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Heals. London. An Arts and Crafts ladderback with original rush seat
Located in London, GB
Heals. London. An Arts and Crafts ladderback with original rush seat and plank stretchers to the front and back legs.
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1920s English Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

E A Taylor. A set of five Arts and Crafts oak side chairs with heart cut-outs.
By E.A. Taylor
Located in London, GB
A set of five Arts and Crafts oak side chairs attributed to EA Taylor with heart cut-outs. With an 'A' frame back that continues down to unite the rear floor stretcher. Professionall...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

C R Ashbee. An Arts and Crafts rush seat ladder back armchair
Located in London, GB
C R Ashbee. An Arts and Crafts rush seat ladder back armchair with arms that follow down through to the side stretchers. Ashbee used this version of armchair for his family home, off...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Rush

MH Baillie Scott Arts & Crafts Oak Armchair Made by J P White's Pyghtle Works
Located in London, GB
MH Baillie Scott rare Arts & Crafts oak armchair Made by John P. White's Pyghtle works. A robust craftsman’s armchair with three wide ladders to the back a...
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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

X, Rough Soli Red Monkey Pod Wood Stool
Located in Chiangmai, TH
The introduction of Torii, a minimalist collection infused with the Japanese spirit and culture. The collection draws influence from the traditional Japanese gate which is typically ...
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2010s Thai Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood

Liberty and Co attri. A rare Moorish walnut revolving stool with Moorish arches
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co (attributed). A rare Moorish walnut revolving stool with Moorish arches and mother-of-pearl star shaped inlay on the feet. We have had the seat professionally reuphols...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Walnut

English Arts & Crafts Oak Armchair with a Carved Mouse Inset to the Headrest
Located in London, GB
An English Arts & Crafts oak armchair with a carved Mouse inset to the headrest flanked by extended capped uprights with a shaped central back spat and a drop in brown leather seat w...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Glasgow School. George Logan attr An Arts & Crafts oak stool with upturned sides
By George Logan
Located in London, GB
Glasgow School. George Logan attributed. An Arts and Crafts oak stool with upturned sides with quarter circle supports below and teardrop cu...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Signed" LIFETIME " Arts & Crafts Foot Stool - Stickley Era #W7163
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Signed Lifetime Arts & Crafts Foot Stool - Stickley Era #W7163 This signed “Lifetime” Foot Stool is a great looking item in excellent condition. This item is a very well done piece!...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Pair of Arts & Crafts Oak Back Pierced Hall Chairs with fabric by Morris & Co
Located in London, GB
A Pair of Arts & Crafts Oak, back pierced hall chairs with re upholstered in Willow Bough Tomato Olive by Morris & Co from the Queen Square fabrics by Ben Pentreath...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Fabric, Oak

Artisanaal antique hand crafted brutalist farm house side chair, Dutch
Located in Zaandam, NL
Gorgeously patinated early artisanal farm house chair. This chair came to us as Dutch so we've kept that attribution but needless to say overtime could have come from multiple other ...
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1910s Dutch Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

G M Ellwood for J S Henry. Arts & Crafts oak throne armchair with capped finials
Located in London, GB
George Montague Ellwood. Made by J S Henry. An Arts & Crafts oak throne armchair with capped finials and wonderful sweeping back supports, on tapering square legs.
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Arts & Crafts X-Frame Stool attrib. Liberty & co.
Located in London, GB
An early 20th Century Arts & Crafts X-Frame folding and interlocking wooden slatted stool made in oak. Probably retailed by Liberty & co. Condition: Excellent overall condition.
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Arts And Crafts seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Arts and Crafts 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, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Arts and Crafts seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Merve Kahraman, Liberty & Co., Hachi Collections, and William Birch. 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 $185 and tops out at $54,000 while the average work can sell for $2,478.

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