Evoking rusticity and relaxation through simple and elegant designs, vintage Adirondack furniture originated in the Adirondack Mountains of northeastern New York. The most famous piece is the Adirondack chair, which dates to 1903.
With its ample armrests and sturdy but comfortable slanted seat, the reclined Adirondack chair was designed by Thomas Lee for his own country home. The postwar golden age of modern patio and garden furniture production — led by the likes of Brown Jordan, Knoll, Salterini and Woodard — was decades away at the time, and there were few pieces of furniture specifically created for outdoor use.
Lee, a Massachusetts-born Harvard graduate raised in a wealthy family, was no furniture designer. He merely needed a durable, rugged chair for afternoons in the sun while he was vacationing on Lake Champlain in Westport, New York, in the summer. The amateur woodworker used just one wooden plank cut into 11 segments that were jointed together for his now-legendary seat, which is said to have been made of hemlock, hickory or basswood.
The story of the Adirondack chair continues with Lee’s friend, carpenter Harry Bunnell, covertly patenting the chair and going on to produce it as the Westport Plank chair for a growing audience over the next two decades. Over a century later, the Adirondack chair has gone through several design evolutions while maintaining its popularity and basic form with slats of wood such as pine offering comfort both indoors and out.
The widespread demand for rustic Adirondack outdoor furniture was bolstered by the turn-of-the-century establishment of rural escapes to treat diseases such as tuberculosis. The low-slung Adirondack chair became common in these places of convalescence, allowing patients to recline and breathe in the country air. It also complemented the camp-style architecture that was prevalent in the Adirondacks for recreation as well as restoration, where rugged furniture with exposed wood and minimal carving filled interiors and wide porches.
Today, Adirondack chairs are made in a range of materials and can be found around the world, from ski resorts to lakeside piers, their durability and classic form making them an enduring favorite for spending time in nature.
Find vintage Adirondack chairs, benches, lounge chairs, decorative objects, folk art and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Signed Dated Patriotic American Flag Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed B. Donahue and dated 1969 Patriotic Flag painting. On the left side a cemetery honoring fallen heroes in war. To the Right of the flag is a seemi...
Canvas
19Thc Windsor High Back Side Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19Thc High back Windsor arm chair with bamboo turnings.This chair is very comfortable and sturdy.A great desk or side chair.
Wood
Mid-Century Adirondack Styled Black Walnut Live Edge Slab
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic black walnut live edge lamp-side table with a thick slab top. Beautiful graining along with excellent craftsmanship. Great for the cabin or Ad...
Walnut
$895 / set
Pair Of Wool Navajo Arrow Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of wool arrow pillows. This pair has beautiful earthy colors arrow pillows has a beautiful rich natural color pallet. These are great in a natural colored Adirondack room with ...
Wool
19th Century Hand Blown Storage Jar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic hand blown storage jar is in fine condition and has a curled under lip. Lots of bubbles and pontil on base.
Glass
19th Century Wool Log Cabin Quilt from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century wool log cabin quilt in fine condition with a bars backing. The condition is very good.
Wool
1930s Beacon Indian Design Camp Blanket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1930s cotton made blue, green and red beacon Indian camp blanket. Great wear to the edges from age and use. Interior of the beacon is great not tea...
Cotton
Early 20th C Oil Painting Of Chrysanthemums
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Early 20th C oil painting of Chrysanthemums. Nicely Framed in an Arts & Crafts Lemon gold wood frame.
Canvas, Paint, Wood
19th C Lancaster County, Pennsylvania Wool Fans Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine 19th c wool fans quilt was found in a Lancaster County Amish home. It is in pristine condition with a paisley cotton backing. The fine quilting and...
Cotton
Zabihi Collection Green Swedish Rya Mini Rug
Located in New York, NY
Marvelous small plush Swedish Rya rug from the Mid-20th Century Measures: 2'7” x 3'8” Swedish Rya rugs are extremely colorful, lovely and quite chic and each have their own charact...
Wool
Amish Baskets Quilt from Ohio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing quilt is made up of cotton, wool and cotton sateen fabrics. The backing is in a dark blue polished cotton and fantastic feather quilting. Some color run or spotting but ...
Cotton, Wool
Folky Hand Carved & Painted Decoy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand carved & painted decoy from New England. Fine original painted with a great patina.
Wood
19th Century Unusual Sponge Ware Pottery Bucket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This most unusual shape sponge ware pottery bucket is in very good condition. It has the original bail handle and in fine condition.
Pottery
Collection of Four 19th Century Sponge Ware Serving Platters
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing collection of four 19th century sponge ware serving platters are in fantastic condition. These platters are so hard to find in pristine condition.
Porcelain
$695
Sea Grass Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This funky sea grass basket is handwoven and in good condition. It retains its old surface.
Wood
$1,495 / set
Navajo Indian Weaving Pillows, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These black and white with a grey ground are so unusual for Navajo weaving's. These pillows have a black cotton linen backing. The condition are pristine. Sold as a pair.
Linen, Wool
Cinco De Mayo, Framed Mexican Serape, Santa Barbara, Calif
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This most unusual framed Serape / printed advertisement is most unusual . It is stamped " Cinco DE MAYO " CLEANERS / PROP. JOSE DIAZ PHONE WO -2-6561 506...
Wool
Amish Hickory Magazine Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handmade twig magazine rack is stamped Amish Made and comes from Lancaster County ,Pennsylvania.It is in very good condition and is hand crafted.
Hickory
Set of 4 Hand Carved Stools W/ Hand Woven Sea Grass Seats
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing hand carved pine stools have hand woven sea grass seats.The set are in pristine condition.Great at a low farm table or coffee table.Super for a child"s work table .
Seagrass, Wood
Hudson River Adirondack Pinecone Hutch
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Exceptional Hudson River Adirondack pinecone hutch/desk. The exterior totally covered in pinecone petals having a large potted flower design on both sides, top and bottom. Two doors ...
Pine
Early 19th Century Hand-Carved and Painted Shovel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine original red painted hand-carved pine shovel was found in New England. The patina is the best. Condition is very good and it does have a lot of nice age wear.
Pine
$2,450 / set
Pair of Navajo Indian Weaving Bolster Pillows -2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of Navajo Indian weaving bolster pillows are amazing condition and from the early 20thc..These eye dazzler weaving pillows are amazing.The inserts are down & feather fill.
Wool
Swedish Wooden Sofa in Pine attrib. to David Rosén & Nordiska Kompaniet 1950s
By David Rosén, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Swedish early mid century wooden sofa in pine..(Rustic Modernist) attributed to David Rosén for Nordiska Kompaniet produced, 1950s. In good vintage condition with beautiful pati...
Fabric, Pine
Vintage Navajo Weaving Decorative Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful custom made Navajo weaving pillows. Nice bright colors. (red, white, and blue) new down and feather inserts.
Wool
Set of 8 Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Bamboo Rattan Dining Chairs C1940
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of eight bamboo and rattan dining chairs made by the City Reed & Bamboo co. C1940 All in very good condition with minimal wear from age and use. Some wraps at the base o...
Naugahyde, Bamboo, Rattan
Early 20th C Mexican / American Indian Weaving Bolster Pillows / Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These fine hand woven Mexican / American Indian weaving pillows are in amazing vivid red / orange colors and have red linen backings. Down & feather filled. Sold as a pair.
Wool
$1,295 / set
Collection of 19thc Blue & White Ticking Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc blue & white ticking pillows with white linen backing. There are two pairs 20 x 20 and 22x22. Pair of 22 x 22 pair of 20 x 20.
Linen, Cotton
Shaker Pantry Box, 19th Century Small
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful fingers and lightly distressed with beautiful patinaed look.
Wood
$1,295 / set
Mexican Indian Weaving Bolster Pillows -3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collection of three Mexican Indian weaving pillows with unusual yellow linen backing.The inserts are down & feather fill.
Wool
Pair Rustic and Patinated Beetle Coat Hangers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A charming pair of metal beetle coat hangers, retaining their original, timeworn patina. The surface wear adds depth and authenticity, giving each piece a sense of age and character ...
Metal
$2,695 / set
Navajo Indian Weaving Bolster Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Navajo Indian weaving / saddle blanket bolster pillows custom made sizes.The backings are in a cotton linen & down and feather filled.Sold as a collection of three. Individually ...
Wool, Linen
19Thc Pennsylvania Chimney Sweep Quilt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc Pennsylvania chimney sweep pattern quilt in red & green colors. This quilt was found in Berks County,Pennsylvania.The condition is very good.
Cotton
$895 / set
19th C Iron Chicago Trains
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of cast iron trains marked Chicago Rook Island & Pacific R. R. Good condition.
Iron
Antique Applique Quilt with Swag Border
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing autumn leaf applique quilt is in pristine condition and has a very unusual swag border. It comes to us from Southern Ohio from the family -mother that made the quilt. Th...
Cotton
Navajo Indian Weaving Bolster Eye Dazzler Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Navajo Indian weaving bolster pillow with black linen backing. The insert is down & feather fill.
Wool
Navajo Indian Weaving Bolster Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early Navajo Indian weaving saddle blanket bolster pillow.Backing is in cotton linen & down & feather fill. Fantastic geometric design.
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Malayer Extremely Long Runner
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th century skinny , extremely long Malayer long runner. Measures: 2'9'' x 26'
Wool
$1,695 / set
Navajo Indian Weaving Large Bolsters -Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 20thc Navajo Indian weaving bolster pillows in amazing condition with alligator print leather backings.The inserts are down & feather fill.
Leather, Wool
Mexican Indian Weaving Kidney Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mexican Indian weaving pillows are in fine condition and all have dark cotton linen backings. The inserts are down and feather fill.
Wool, Linen
Native American Washo Basket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Native American Washo basket in very good condition. Great form and patina.
Natural Fiber
19thc Blue & White Coverlet Pillows, Collection of Four
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These fine hand woven robin egg blue coverlet pillows are in pristine condition white linen fabric backings. The inserts are down & feather fill.
Cotton
Early Navajo Weaving Bolster Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine Navajo weaving pillow is a German Town weaving made into a big bolster pillow.It is from a saddle blanket weaving.
Wool
Mid-Century Old Hickory Birch & Pine One Drawer End Table or Night Stand
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous one drawer stand in pine and birch by the Old Hickory Furniture Company. Beautiful craftsmanship and design. High quality piece, very special with mostly bark as the primary...
Birch, Pine
Art Deco Stick Rattan Lounging Arm Chair
Located in Sheffield, MA
Wonderful example of Art Deco stick rattan lounging armchair with beautiful large arched arms. Stick wicker, rattan, bamboo, lounge chair, arm chair, club chair. Arm h: 24 Seat...
Wicker
Late 19th Century Bronze George Washington Plaque
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th century bronze beautiful patina George Washington hanging plaque of upper torso(Shoulders) and head.
Bronze
Vintage Boho Bent Branch Adirondack Sofa
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace laid-back luxury with this charming vintage Boho Bent Branch Adirondack Sofa, a unique loveseat crafted from beautifully aged rattan and woven elements. This piece captures t...
Fabric, Cane, Rattan
1940s ABC Hat and Coat Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fun and colorful wooded 40s ABC hat and coat rack. this colorful hat or coat rack has a fun childish feel that shouts wonder and imagination. Such a fun and subtle way to present the...
Wood
New Pedestal High Cocktail table with Marble and Brass Top
Located in Miami, FL
New pedestal high cocktail table with beautiful white marble and brass top You can customize the height and colors.
Marble, Brass, Iron
Navajo Indian Weaving Pillow With Suede Backing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Navajo Indian weaving bolster pillow with black suede backing.This pillow is filled with down & feather fill.
Wool
19th C Early Still Life Oil Painting in Original Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Fine 19th c still life painting is in the original gilded frame. This Folk Art painting is in great as found condition.
Velvet, Wood, Paint
$895 / set
Pair of Plaid Hounds Tooth Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing black and white wool plaid hounds tooth pillows. This wonderful plaid pattern has black cotton linen backing. The inserts are down and feather fil...
Wool, Linen
19th C Pictorial Coverlet Bolster Pillow
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue and White 19th C Pictorial Coverlet Bolster Pillow. Pillow was custom made from a 19th C coverlet. Linen backing and New Feather and Down insert....
Wool
Collection of Four Saddle Blanket Weaving Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These handwoven striped saddle blanket weaving pillows are in fine condition. They have a soft cotton linen backing. Sold as a group of four.
Wool
Mid Century Hand Made Bar Stools
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century hand made pine bar or counter stools.These stools have hand woven rush seats and a wonderful patina.They are strong & sturdy and very comfortable.
Rattan, Wood
$1,150Sale Price|23% Off
Mexicana Indian Weaving Pillows-Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine pair of Mexican /American Indian weaving pillows. The condition is very good and have cotton linen backing.The inserts are down & feather fill. Sold as a pair. large...
Wool
19th Century Bronze Candlestick Holder of Corn Stalk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handcrafted bronze candlestick holder is depicting a corn stalk. It is unsigned with an amazing patina.
Bronze
Pair of Eye Dazzler Navajo Indian Bolster Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Beautifil Eye Dazzler Navajo Indian Bolster Pillows. Feather and Down inserts and zippered casing. Pillow measures 30 x 15 Smaller pi...
Wool
Collection of Red and Grey 19th Century Ticking Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century red and grey ticking wool pillows with brown cotton linen backing. The inserts are made of down and feather fill.
Linen
Giant Antique Bar Harbor wicker chair with wings and magazine rack, c. 1910
Located in Atlanta, GA
Giant Bar Harbor wicker chair with wings and magazine holder c. 1910. This chair also has 4 pineapple feet and an old missing tag on the bottom of the chair that would have sai...
Wicker
Antique Split Bars Quit from Pennsylvania
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine Pennsylvania antique split bars quilt is from Pennsylvania and is in good condition. This amazing finely quilted bars quilt is from Pen...
Cotton