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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
Ernest Gimson. A pair of yew wood ladder back and bobbin turned armchairs
Located in London, GB
Ernest Gimson, designer. A good quality pair of Cotswold School yew wood ladder back and bobbin-turned armchairs with rush seats.
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1910s English Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Pair Of Arts And Crafts Mahogany Corner Chairs
Located in Kettering, GB
A pair of Arts and Crafts inlaid mahogany corner chairs, with floral design inlay to the backs and recently upholstered seat bases, in very good...
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Seating

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Mahogany

Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Spindle Reclining Morris Lounge Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style spindle Morris reclining lounge chair By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa Late 20th Century Solid quarter sawn oak frame, with William Morri...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Lounge Armchair by Harden Furniture Co. Motise & Tenon
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous heavy duty mission oak arts and Crafts lounge armchair by the Harden Furniture Co C1910 Wide slatted and under the arms with that Definitive style of the Arts and Crafts mov...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Fabric, Oak

Anglo-Japanese Walnut Armchair Attributed to Liberty and Co
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. (attributed), an Anglo-Japanese walnut armchair with wavy arm supports and arms that follow through to the side stretchers.
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

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Walnut

Sir Frank Brangwyn attr. Pair of Arts & Crafts mahogany armchairs Chinese style
Located in London, GB
Sir Frank Brangwyn (attributed,) a pair of mahogany armchairs, in the Chinese style with professionally re-upholstered leather padded back and drop-in seat. These chairs share stylistic qualities with the famous armchairs he designed for the Salle Jacques Cartier aboard the SS Empress of Britain...
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Seating

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Mahogany

Liberty and Co Attributed. A late Aesthetic Movement Walnut Armchair.
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. attributed. A good quality late Aesthetic Movement style Walnut high back armchair with square and turned supports, the arm supports continue down past the seat to meet the central square detail of the side stretchers, in turn, the side stretchers meet the legs, with a particular swollen turning before it enters the leg joint, in the very same way the famous Liberty Thebes...
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Late 19th Century Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Mahogany

Beautiful PAIR of 1901 Gustav Stickley large LOUNGE Arm Chairs - W7450
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Beautiful PAIR of EARLY 1901 Gustav Stickley Lounge Arm Chairs - These are some of the nicest early lager Gustav Stickley armchairs we've ever sold with paddle arms. They are larger...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Leather, Cotton, Upholstery, Oak

Oversized Vintage Eastlake Stickley Style Mission Oak Armchair 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oversized Vintage Eastlake Stickley Style Mission Oak Armchair Unsigned 20thC (40 1/2" x 37 3/4" x 28 3/4"). This oversized armchair is craft...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Contemporary Iris Summer Chair with Brass Finished Legs
Located in Istanbul, TR
In Greek mythology, Iris is the personification of the rainbow and messenger of the gods. Inspired by this rainbow, it is a combination of layers and intentions. This minimal and ele...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Iron

Charles Limbert Cut-Out CAFE Chair
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
Artist/Designer; Manufacturer: Charles P. Limbert (1854-1923); Charles P. Limbert Co. Marking(s); notes: signed (branded) Materials: fumed oak, leather Dimensions (H, W, D): 34"h, 25...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Mackintosh Style Pair Italian Black Lacquered Wood Chairs Red Velvet Upholstery
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly invite you to read the full description, as we aim to provide detailed technical and historical information to ensure the authenticity and quality of our items. Iconic pair...
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Late 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Seating

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Velvet, Wood

American Arts & Crafts Oak Armchair Attributed to Gustav Stickley
Located in Petworth, GB
American Arts & Crafts oak over-sized armchair Through tenon detailing and slatted back Currently upholstered in maroon leather Attributed to Gustav Stickley Circa 1900 Height 103cm ...
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Antique Victorian Bentwood and Leather Swivel Desk Chair
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made antique Victorian bentwood and leather swivel desk chair. This was made in England in the Arts and Crafts fashion, it dates from around 1890-1900. The qua...
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1890s British Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Bentwood

Arts and Crafts Slatted Armchair
Located in New York, US
Oak slatted armchair, seat cushions with button detail Arts and Crafts style, sourced in France
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

FLO stool, Rough Black Monkey Pod finishing
Located in Chiangmai, TH
Discover the allure of Chiang Mai craftsmanship with our exclusive Monkey Pod Stool, now available on 1stdibs. Handcrafted by skilled artisans in the heart of Northern Thailand, each...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood

Arts and Crafts English Oak Shapland and Petter Armchair
Located in Fort Collins, CO
Arts & Crafts mastery abounds in these classic English oak armchairs by Shapland & Petter, out of England. The peg joinery and hand carved oak is a masterclass in traditional woodwor...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Set of 2 Amsterdam School Oak Chairs, Netherlands, 1920s
Located in Rīga, LV
Set of two Amsterdam School chairs with original velour upholstery and spring seats. I have 2 armchairs with the same design (shown in the last photo).
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1920s Dutch Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Fabric, Oak

Arts & Crafts Side or Bedroom Chair with Stylized Tulip Cut-Outs to the Back
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts rush seated side or bedroom chair probably made by Wylie and Lochhead with stylized tulip cut-outs to the back retaining it's original rush seat in great condition.
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20th Century British Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

Morris armchair / lounge chair, Arts & Crafts, United Kingdom, circa 1900
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Morris armchair / lounge chair, Arts & Crafts, United Kingdom, circa 1900 Superb Morris armchair / lounge chair, rare model. Arts & Crafts. United Kingdom, circa 1900 The rack back...
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Early 1900s British Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Fabric, Velvet, Wood

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Small Good Stickley Brothers Desk Chair - W7262
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Antique Small Good Stickley Brothers Desk Chair - W7262 This is an antique Stickley Brothers Small Desk Chair in very good condition. Made c. 1910, it is constructed with solid oak...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

Stickley Mission Style Oak Armchair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A handsome Mission style armchair in honeyed medium-light brown tiger oak, displaying a spindle back frame with equal height arms and a wide, st...
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

Arts & Crafts Hand-Carved Oak Stools with Boucle Upholstery, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant pair of Arts & Crafts stools. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Original hand-carved solid oak frames with re-upholstered high quality boucle tops. This wond...
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Early 1900s Dutch Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Fabric, Oak

1940s Arts and Crafts Stool Woven Rope Wood Frame
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Rustic Low Stool in Woven Cotton Rope with Wood Frame Arts & Crafts Mission style No signature  6.75 h x 16 w x 13 d Preowned original unrestored condition. Patina ...
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Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Rope, Wood

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Footstool Stickley era SALE SALE extra OFF
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Footstool from circa 1910 in Very Good condition. No repairs or replacements. It is Sturdy & Strong and Ready to use in your home or office...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Leather, Cotton, Oak

Pair of Primitive Bespoke Bench Chairs
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Great primitive bespoke pair of bench style chairs. This pair is incredible, pictures do them no justice. If you've been looking for a unique pair of statement chairs...
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Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Wood

Arts and Crafts Stool /Table
Located in Denton, TX
Small solid oak Arts and Crafts stool / table. with mortise and tenon joinery.
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20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

Norman & Stacey attributed. An Arts and Crafts high with shaped back oak chair
By Norman and Stacey
Located in London, GB
Norman and Stacy attributed Arts & Crafts oak chair with a serpentine-shaped backrest making it very comfortable indeed, the seat with shaped supports below and unusual stylized stre...
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1890s British Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

4 Rural Dutch Ladder Back Oak Rush Seat Armchairs
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
Lovely minimalist armchairs from the 1930s made of solid oak with a wicker woven seat. Fit perfectly with the style of designers such as Charlotte Perriand and Charles Dudouyt. Comf...
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1950s Dutch Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Rush, Oak

Fine Antique Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps Original Carpet Upholstery
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique Arts & Crafts Victorian metamorphic library steps chair in oak with period uphol...
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19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Hardwood

Armchair in Solid Wood by Albert Haberer for Hermann Fleiner, Germany, 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare architectural Arts & Crafts chair, designed circa 1949 by Albert Haberer and manufactured by Hermann Fleiner in Stuttgart, Germany. The flexible backrest is made of thin spindle...
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Mid-20th Century German Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

1930S French Oak Bench
Located in London, London
Bench Oak Unusual shaped back Tapering legs France 1930s.
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

Figural Twisted Wrought Iron Window Bench Grape Leaf Motive
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice compact vintage wrought iron patinated brass finish window bench.
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Wrought Iron

SUPERB Antique Charles Limbert Hall Chair - Stickley Era - W2232
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a SUPERB Antique Charles Limbert Hall Chair in excellent condition. Made in the early 1900s, This chair is complete with no repairs or replaced parts. It is in excellent con...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Pair Antique English 19th Century Arts And Crafts Bobbin Cane Low Side Chairs
Located in London, GB
Pair Antique English 19th Century Arts And Crafts Bobbin Cane Low Side Chairs Presented in very good condition commensurate of age.
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19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Cane, Beech

Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Reclining Morris Chair w Flip Footrest Ottoman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Reclining Morris Chair with Flip Footrest Ottoman. Item features an adjustable back, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, unmarked possibl...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

Set Of (6) Gustav Stickley “RABBIT EAR” Dining Chairs, Circa 1901 - W7180
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Set Of Six (6) GUSTAV STICKLEY “Rabbit Chairs” Dining Chairs Circa 1901 - SIZE H 38 in H 18 in from floor to seat. W 18.75 D15 in Add a touch of vintage charm to your dining tabl...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

André Ferri, Side table - Swing "Viga", Friego Wood. 2018
Located in PARIS, FR
André Ferri (né en 1990) Table d'appoint - Balançoire "Viga", 2018 Freijo, laiton et corde Dimensions : 72 x 44 x 13 cm (28.3 x 17.3 x 5.1 in) The Viga side table by André Ferri is ...
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2010s Brazilian Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Brass

ANTIQUE PLAIL BROTHERS Even Arm, High Back Barrel Chair - Stickley era - W4844
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a great looking barrel chair from Plail Brothers made in c. 1910. Plail made all kinds of Arts & Crafts furniture in the early 1910s but the pie...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Leather, Oak

Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts sewing rocker By Gustav Stickley (model #2627) USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with brown leather seat. Measures: 18.25"W x 24...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Armchair with Carved Details and Upholstered Seat, England ca 1920s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Although the Arts and Crafts movement dominated England between the years 1860 and 1915, its effects were felt around the world, especially in Western Europe and the United States, w...
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1920s English Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Arts and Crafts Oak Apprentice Piece Window Seat, Hall Bench
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Oak Apprentice Piece Window Seat, Hall Bench This is a good piece of Arts and Crafts Country Furniture, it has a very thick solid Oak seat with a moulded edge and it...
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1890s Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

Set of 4 Arts & Crafts Style Horse Head Carving Motif Bar Stools Chairs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 Arts & Crafts Style Horse Head Chestnut Carving Motif Bar Stools Chairs Olive Green Upholstery.
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 vintage antique oak and rush dining chairs nice patina
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of 4 vintage oak and rush dining chairs nice patina. Sturdy and solid oak with tight rush seats. Chairs show signs of use and wear great patina. Made in USA circa 1950 Sold as a...
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1950s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Rush, Oak

Semo Armchair with Navy Fabric and Polished Burl Wood
Located in Istanbul, TR
SEMO is the perfect armchair for the ultimate side sitters and for those who love to swivel. The thick finger arms are great to place your legs while you turn left...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Period Paine Furniture "Lifetime" A&C Settle Stickley era, W8048 SALE
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a PERIOD circa 1910 Arts and Crafts settle sold in the store in Boston MA call PAIN furniture. Pain furniture sold mostly furniture by STICKLEY AND by "LIFETIME" or also call...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Modernist Ladder Back Chairs Attributed to Joseph Urban
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An unusual and highly architectural pair of hall chairs showing both Arts & Crafts and Secessionist influences. These expressive ladder back chairs are crafted of oak and are in exce...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Oak

Stickley Mission Arts & Crafts Cherry Wood Spindle Lounge Chairs, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mission or Arts & Crafts style spindle club chairs or lounge chairs By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Early 21st Century Solid cherry wood frames, with upholstered...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cherry

Antique English Arts & Crafts William Birch Liberty & Co. Elbow Chair
Located in London, GB
Antique English Arts & Crafts William Birch Liberty & Co. Elbow Chair. circa1890 Very good solid condition commensurate of age. Later replaced raffia seat.
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19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Raffia, Beech

Arts and Crafts Carved Country Golden Oak Joint Stool Window Seat, Hall Bench
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Carved Country Golden Oak Joint Stool Window Seat, Hall Bench This is a good piece of Victorian Country Furniture, it has a solid Oak seat with a moulded edge and th...
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19th Century Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Oak

Set of 6 oak Spindle chairs by 'de Ster' Geldermalsen. the Netherlands 1960's.
Located in CASTENRAY, NL
The Dutch manufacturer, 'de Ster' Geldermalsen from the centre-east of the Netherlands, produced many of the most well-known Dutch chairs of the mid-20th century. Their expertise in ...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Antique English Morris & Co. Arts And Crafts Mahogany Elbow Armchair C.1890
Located in London, GB
Antique English Morris & Co. Arts And Crafts Mahogany Elbow Armchair C.1890 Attributed to Morris & Co. London, England. In very good condition commensurate of age. Easy to re-cover d...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Mahogany

N-Gene Armchair with Green Checker Fabric and Purple Leather
Located in Istanbul, TR
The N-gene armchair is a reinterpretation of an armchair designed by Merve’s uncle, interior designer, Engin, in the 1970s. The N-Gene is re-envisioned with caning, and is upholstere...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Cane, Wood

Pair of Venetian Wooden Hand-Carved Rope Tied Knot Accent Side Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of venetian hand-carved Wooden Rope and Tied Knot Accent Side Chairs from Italy. They are very heavy and so detailed in the back rest. The legs have a twisted sculptural form,...
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Late 20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk or Side Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period desk chair, side chair, or dining chair In the manner of Stickley Brothers USA, Early 20th Century Quarter sawn oak, with up...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Armchair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period club chair or dining armchair By Stickley Brothers USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak frame, with upholstered seat. Measur...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

English Arts and Crafts Oak Armchair
Located in Greenwich, CT
English Arts and Crafts period armchair, the shaped crest over slatted back, the arms similarly slatted, standing on square legs on original brass and ceramic castors, the upholstere...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

19th Century Danish Art and Craft Armchair in Nutwood and Wicker with Decoration
Located in København K, 84
Rare Danish art and craft armchair in nutwood and wicker with beautiful hand carved ornamentation in the image of a peacock og flowers. The chair has a...
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1890s Danish Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

Materials

Wicker, Nutwood

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

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Maple

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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