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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
Antique Stickley School Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Bookshelf with Cutout C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Stickley School Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Bookshelf with Cutout Handles, Upper Book Cradle, Mortise and Tenon Joinery, C1910 Measures - 31"H x 29.75"W x 9"D
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Early C20th French Pine Wall Shelf
Located in London, GB
Early C20th French pine wall shelf. Beautiful, petite pine shelf with turned uprights and finials. In excellent condition with very light wear. The shelf has been revarnished at som...
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Pine

Arts and Crafts Open Front Wallhanging Walnut Bookshelf
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Open Front Wallhanging Walnut Bookshelf This little bookcase has 3 open shelves and a carved scalloped shape at each side The bookcase suitable for wall hanging or ...
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1880s Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Walnut

English Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcase with Upper Angled Book Trough
Located in London, GB
In the manner of Arthur Simpson of Kendal. A superb quality little Arts & Crafts English oak bookcase with through tenon details, an upper angular book...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Burnt Bamboo Ball Finials 4 Tier Small Decorative Etagere Shelving Bookcase MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Burnt Bamboo Ball Finials 4 Tier Small Decorative Etagere Shelving Bookcase MINT
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20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Bamboo

Arts & Crafts ‘Letchworth’ Cottage Oak Hanging China Rack By Ambrose Heal
Located in Petworth, GB
Arts & Crafts ‘Letchworth' cottage oak hanging ‘china rack’ 3 pull-out drawers with oak knobs 7 oak cup hooks ‘Letchworth’ Range Designed by Ambrose Heal H...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Oak Wall Hanging Book Shelf This charming little shelf unit, has 2 shelves
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Oak Wall Hanging Book Shelf This charming little shelf unit, has 2 shelves with a scaloped apron under each The shelf is in good condition an...
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1930s Vintage Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Mahogany Magazine Stand Signed Stickley 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An Arts and Crafts Mission magazine stand offers mahogany construction with slat sides and three shelves, 20th century Measures - 41"h x 25"w x 15"d
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Mahogany

Antique Arts & Crafts Stickley School Mission Oak Bookshelf Circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts bookshelf in the manner of Stickley offers oak construction with four shelves and stylized slat sides, c1910 Meas...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Liberty & Co. an English Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcase, with Shaped Upper Details
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co. An English Arts & Crafts oak bookcase, with shaped upper details. to the top, leaded glass door to the cupboard, and three open adjustable shelves below, retaining its...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

A Superb Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Open Shelves
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Superb Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Open Shelves This is a good quality sturdy piece, built in Golden Oak in the Arts and Crafts style The shelf h...
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1880s Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

A Superb Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Open Shelves
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Superb Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Open Shelves This is a good quality sturdy piece, built in Golden Oak in the Arts and Crafts style The shelf h...
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1880s Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Arts and Crafts Hanging Shelf of Mahogany from England
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English hanging curio shelf of mahogany, from the Arts and Crafts period, featuring three moulded shelves adjoined by fitted, shaped wood si...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Wood, Mahogany

Rustic Pine Wall Hanging Book Shelf
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Rustic Pine Wall Hanging Book Shelf This charming little shelf unit, has 3 waterfall shelves with a traditional scalloped side The shelf is i...
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1880s Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Pine

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Four Stack Barrister Bookcase by Hale, circa 1910
By Hale
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts barrister bookcase by Hale offers oak construction with four stacks, each having pull out glass doors, raised on an ogee base, maker label as photographed, c...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Glass, Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Stickley School Wicker & Oak Book Stand, circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts book stand in the manner of Stickley offers oak and wicker construction with four shelves and arched apron, circa 1910. Measures- 48.5''H x 25.75''W x 13....
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Wicker, Oak

Petite Arts and Crafts Bookcase
Located in Leicester, GB
A small vintage wooden bookcase. The bookcase is from the midcentury era with heavy Arts and Crafts influence. Stunning colour and patina to the beautifully grained two-tone Beechwood. The bookcase has beautiful Arts and Crafts details, such as the feet and angled edges. These vintage shelves...
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Mid-20th Century British Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Beech

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Globe Wernicke Three Stack Barrister Bookcase
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase by Globe Wernicke offers oak construction with three stacks, each having a pull out glass door, raised on straight legs, maker label as pho...
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Glass, Oak

Winstanley & Bertucci Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Letter Holder Shelf (C)
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Winstanley & Bertucci Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Letter holder shelf (C). Item featured designed by Anne E. Winstanley and Dennis Bertucci. Solid wood c...
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Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

All Solid Teak Asian 1940s Carved Two Part Cupboard Hutch Breakfront Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
All Solid Teak Asian 1940s carved two part cup board hutch breakfront mint!
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20th Century Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Metal

Winstanley & Bertucci Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Letter Holder Shelf 'B'
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Winstanley & Bertucci Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Letter Holder Shelf (B). Item featured is designed by Anne E. Winstanley and Dennis Bertucci. Solid woo...
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Late 20th Century Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Gunn Mahogany Four Stack Barrister Bookcase circa 1890
By GUNN
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts barrister bookcase by Gunn offers mahogany construction with four stacks, each having pull out glass doors and seated on ogee base as photographed, c1890 Me...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

Antique English Bookcase Display Shelf Cabinet Barley Twist Oak C. 1920s
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautiful antique English oak barley twist bookcase or display shelf/cabinet ~~c. 1920s. Perfect for displaying your favorite antique books o...
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1920s English Vintage Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Two Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcases with Stylized Pewter, Ebonized & Sycamore Inlays
Located in London, GB
An Arts & Crafts oak bookcase with a flaring cornice, leaded glazed doors with circular details to the tops, the lower cupboard with stylized floral inlays using a combination of pew...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Pewter

Arts and Crafts Iron & Glass Display Table / Drinks Cabinet Attr. Hugo Berger
Located in Lisse, NL
Table display cabinet. For the collectors of rare Arts and Crafts antiques. When we first saw this cabinet, we immediately were convinced that it could have only been designed and h...
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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Wrought Iron

Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Bookcase with Raised Panels, c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase offers mahogany raised panel construction with four stacks having pull out glass doors, c1910 Measures- 66.25'' H x 36'' W x 14.5'' D.
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Glass, Mahogany

Practical Size Solid Oak Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcase with Beveled Glass
Located in Lisse, NL
For those who are looking for a small and practical cabinet. This handcrafted and slim cabinet dates from the turn of the century and it can be used for all kinds of purposes. This ...
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Glass, Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Gunn School Mahogany Three Stack Barrister Bookcase c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique /arts and Crafts bookcase in the manner of Gunn offers paneled mahogany construction with three stacks each having pull-out glass doors, raised on ogee base, and with /GRM...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Glass, Mahogany

Antique Carved Oak Double Door Bookcase with Wine Rack c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts bookcase (modified into an entertainment center) offers quarter sawn oak construction with double glass doo...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak, Glass

Antique Arts & Crafts Danner Oak Two-Stack Sliding Door Bookcase circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts bookcase by Danner offers quarter sawn oak construction with two stacks, each having sliding glass doors op...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Glass, Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Viking Mahogany & Leaded Glass Barrister Bookcase, C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase by Viking offers mahogany construction with three stacks, each having leaded glass pull-out doors, seated on ogee base with long drawer,...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Mahogany, Glass

Antique Arts & Crafts Attr. Macey Four Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase, Circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase attributed to Macey offers quarter sawn oak construction with four stacks, each having pull out glass doors, raised on ogee base, c1910 ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Glass, Oak

Early 20th Century Modernist Walnut Shelves
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shelf by unknown manufacturer from France, circa early 20th century. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Material...
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Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Walnut

Antique Arts & Crafts Lundstrom Mission Oak Stack Barrister Bookcase, c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts Barrister bookcase by Lundstrom offers quarter sawn oak construction with three stacks, each having pull out glass doors and raised on straight and square le...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak, Glass

Folk Art Dog Bench or Shelf
Located in Stamford, CT
A very charming Folk Art wood dog bench or shelf from New England. Handmade and hand painted. Great for a child's room or anywhere as a conversation pie...
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1950s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Shelves

Materials

Wood

Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcase with Ying-Yang Detail to the Top & Adjustable Shelves
Located in London, GB
Wylie and Lochhead. Attributed. An Arts and Crafts oak bookcase with Ying-Yang and subtle shaped detail to the top with an extending upper display area and arched supports beneath. ...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Crotto n°3 bookshelf, lacquered bentwood shelf/bookshelf by 13 Desserts
Located in HYÈRES, FR
Crotto n°2 bookshelf, lacquered bentwood shelf/bookshelf by 13 Desserts. Unique piece designed and produced by Thomas DEFOUR. Crotto is a bendable plyw...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Bentwood

Crotto n°2 bookshelf, lacquered bentwood shelf/bookshelf by 13 Desserts
Located in HYÈRES, FR
Crotto n°2 bookshelf, lacquered bentwood shelf/bookshelf by 13 Desserts Unique piece designed and produced by Thomas DEFOUR. Crotto is a bendable plywo...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Bentwood

Seymour Easton. A Gothic Revival Ebonized Tabard Inn Library Revolving Bookcase.
Located in London, GB
Seymour Easton (1859-1916) a rare ebonized tabard inn library revolving bookcase. An American ebonized on oak version. Architectural form, with a wonderful ...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Shelves

Materials

Oak

Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Circa 1910 Elegant and compact Arts & Crafts 3 tiered bookshelf with subtle workmanship and clean lines in dark, quarter sawn solid oak. Ideal for ...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Portable Polished Brass and Mahogany Cyclopedia Bookshelf with Wheels
Located in New York, NY
The design for Cyclopedia stems from the high wheel bicycles of the 1870s. Unlike most bookshelves, Cyclopedia differentiates itself through its por...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Brass

Contemporary Cyclopedia Bookshelf in Powder Coated Metal and Yellow Terrazzo
Located in New York, NY
The design for Cyclopedia stems from the high wheel bicycles of the 1870s. Unlike most bookshelves, Cyclopedia differentiates itself through its portable structure. This unique piece is a library and a display shelf that can be wheeled and positioned in various locations around the space to meet the owners preference and purpose. This new edition of Cyclopedia is composed of yellow powder coated metal...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Terrazzo

Cyclopedia Bookshelf in Bordeaux Powder Coated Metal and Gray Terrazzo
Located in New York, NY
The design for Cyclopedia stems from the high wheel bicycles of the 1870s. Unlike most bookshelves, Cyclopedia differentiates itself through its portable structure. This unique piece is a library and a display shelf that can be wheeled and positioned in various locations around the space to meet the owners preference and purpose. This new edition of Cyclopedia is composed of Bordeaux color powder coated metal...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Terrazzo

'Da Pá Vermelha' Shelve
Located in Floresta, MG
Created from a digger, a working tool widely used in Brazil. In this project it is fixed in concrete, the shelves and the base are made in steel with oxidized finish.
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2010s Brazilian Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Steel

Custom Wine Racks for Cellar or Wine Storage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modular wine rack system that is adjustable and extremely versatile. This example shows how a spare room or a walk-in closet can be transformed into a virtual wine cellar, the system is so flexible that the client can adjust the racks for standard wine bottles, magnums, champagnes or exotics by simply lifting out one unit and replacing it with another. The racks can also be alternated with shelves, all without the need of tools. The only installation needed is attaching the vertical moldings. Please note the optional wall treatment...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Arts and Crafts Open Front Wallhanging Walnut Bookshelf
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Open Front Wallhanging Walnut Bookshelf This little bookcase has 4 open shelves and a carved waterfall decoration at each side The bookcase is in good attractive an...
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1880s Antique Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Walnut

Antique Arts & Crafts Limbert School Oak Book Stand Circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts book stand in the manner of Limbert offers quarter sawn oak construction with four shelves, cutout sides and an a...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Antique Lakeside Crafters (attr.) Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Bookshelf C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts Mission bookshelf attributed to Lakeside Crafters offers quarter sawn oak construction with upper book cradle having shape...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak

Early 20th Century, Arts and Crafts Oak Entryway Hall Tree
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, arts and crafts, oak, entryway hall tree with carved owl motif features a beveled mirror with storage box and brass hooks and um...
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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Shelves

Materials

Brass

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Danner Sliding Door Barrister Bookcase, circa 1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts bookcase by Danner offers quarter sawn oak construction with cases having sliding glass doors opening to divided and adjustable shelf interiors, raised on og...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

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Oak, Glass

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Two-Door Enclosed Bookcase, C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts & Crafts enclosed bookcase offers quarter sawn oak construction with double glass doors opening to interior with adjustable shelves, ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Shelves

Materials

Oak, Glass

Arts And Crafts shelves for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Arts and Crafts shelves 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 shelves created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Arts and Crafts shelves made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original shelves, popular names associated with this style include Merve Kahraman, Thomas Defour, Ambrose Heal, and Cultivado em Casa. 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 shelves differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $450 and tops out at $15,247 while the average work can sell for $1,760.

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