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.
Yei Bechei Navajo Indian Weaving Bolster
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing Navajo Indian weaving is a Yei Bechei and in fantastic colors and great graphics. This weaving is so fantastic.The insert is down & feather fill.
Wool
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
Navajo Indian Geometric Weaving Pillows, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine pair of Navajo Indian weaving pillows are in fine condition and have cotton linen backings. Sold as a pair.
Linen, Wool
$119Sale Price|20% Off
Small Tribal Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish kilim with cotton back. Zipper closure and foam insert provided. Measures: 16" x 16".
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Early Stenciled Victorian Hand Crafted Winter Sled in Original Paint
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous early Victorian childs snow sled in old green paint and the original Stenciled. Handcrafted from oak and reinforced with hand wrought ...
Iron
Vintage Bamboo & Rattan Letter Holder Desk Organizer 3 Piece Set
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bamboo and rattan Letter Holder Desk Organizer 3 Piece Set. Set includes letter holder with three compartments on top and a large area on bottom, 11" wide. Pen and pencil cu...
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid Century Free Edge Rustic Adirondack Side Table
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Rustic Adirondack style side, or end table having a thick ( 4 inch ) log top, on three screw in tapered pole legs. The table features a wonderful rich patinated surface, adding to th...
Wood
Arts & Crafts Adirondack Hand-Hammered Set of Iron Fireplace Tools 5 Pieces
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of handwrought and hammered iron fireplace tools with holder. 5 total pieces which includes the the stand, brush or broom, shovel, poker and log clamp. All heavy duty an...
Iron
19th Century American Rustic Adirondack Loveseat in Bent Willow & Twig
Located in Queens, NY
American Rustic Adirondack loveseat of bent willow, twig & root construction with double arched barked splat back & seat (19th Cent)
Willow, Twig
20th C Small Papago Lidded Basket with Handle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
20th C Small Papago Lidded Basket with Handle. Great condition.
Hemp, Natural Fiber
Coastal White Distressed Extendable Dining Table, Solid Wood Design
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Introducing a stunning coastal white distressed extendable dining table, custom made by Modern History Home Furniture for the previous homeowner. This exquisite table features four pedestal splayed legs, providing both style and stability. It is an ideal centerpiece for a coastal-themed dining room. The table includes two additional leaves, each measuring 20 inches, allowing the table to extend from a round 60 inches to a generous oval length of 100 inches. This flexibility makes it perfect for hosting large gatherings and holiday meals, ensuring ample room for everyone. Crafted from solid wood, this dining table is built to last and exudes a timeless charm. It sits higher than standard tables, so it is recommended to pair it with high seat dining...
Wood
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
Burnt Tortoise Bamboo Folding Table 20th Century, H 9.75" W 12" Depth 7.5"
Located in Buchanan, MI
Burnt Tortoise Bamboo Folding Table 20th Century, H 9.75" W 12" Depth 7.5". Great scale and color.
Bamboo
6 Light White Faux Antler Chandelier
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A tiered six light white antler form chandelier attached to a painted rod standard. With a dish shaped terminal in the center, along with a white metal ceiling plate with a chain. Al...
Metal
$320Sale Price|20% Off
Old Hickory Adirondack Style Rocking Chair
Located in Freehold, NJ
This old Adirondack style chair features rustic bent hickory wood construction, caned seat, and rocking base. Dimensions: 27w 31d 33h 17sh 27ah Condition notes: Chair itself is in ...
Rush, Hickory
Arts & Crafts Mission Quarter Sawn Oak with Red Slag Glass Table Lamp, C1910
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Arts & Crafts adirondack styled quarter sawn oak with red slag glass table lamp. Beautiful textured glass set in a concave frame. In excellent a...
Slag Glass, Oak
Pair of Studio Adirondack Southwest Chairs and Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of Studio Adirondack chairs and table. A skyscraper and southwest pattern. The table has an incised lizard on the front and can be used for storage as well as a table. All 3 pie...
Wood
Vintage Zapotec Carpet, Contemporary Santa Fe Meets Organic Modern
Located in Dallas, TX
77487 Vintage Mexican Zapotec Rug, 01'11 x 04'00. Infused with the spirit of Contemporary Santa Fe refinement and the quiet sophistication of Organic Modern design, this handwoven wo...
Wool
Shaker Pantry Box, 19th Century Small
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful fingers and lightly distressed with beautiful patinaed look.
Wood
Extra Large Adirondack Resin Antler Chandelier Four Feet Wide
Located in West Hartford, CT
Large, unusual and coveted antler chandelier that is electrified and wired for the US and in working condition. This piece measures 48 inches wide. The antlers look life-like but a...
Resin
$256Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Vintage Hand Carved Wooden Nut Cracker Bird Box
Located in Plainview, NY
A vintage wooden nut cracker bird box made of walnut from 1980s. Dimensions: 10.5" D x 5.75" W x 14" H.
Wood
Pendleton Indian Design Blanket ( Cayuse )
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This totally reversible Pendleton Indian design wool blanket is in fine condition with minor wear to the binding from age and use. The blanket is in great shape.Great colors and desi...
Wool
Antique Stick Wicker Oval Shape Coffee or Cocktail Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Antique American Art Deco style split reed stick wicker coffee or cocktail table. Woven of willow, newly painted in black. Great for the porch or patio. Search terms: rattan.
Wicker
$111Sale Price|20% Off
Lumbar Size Turkish Kilim Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Turkish kilim with cotton back. Zipper closure and foam insert provided. Measures: 15" x 19".
Wool, Cotton, Foam
New Mexico Tile / Pedestal Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine inlaid pedestal table has custom inlaid tiles with the New Mexico sign on top.The base is in a blue pieced wood similar to tramp art with a iron pedestal footed base.This ...
Metal
Antique American Wicker side table, c. 1940, square with braided edge + shelf
Located in Atlanta, GA
Super charming square wicker table. Great for drinks beside indoor or outdoor furniture. Old white paint, but still looks good. American, c. 1940. I love the braid around the edge ...
Wicker
Unusual Old Hickory Andrew Jackson. rare example (4) hoops)
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Old Hickory "Andrew JaCKSON Rocker.... According to American legend, Andrew Jackson received the nickname "Old Hickory" because of his strength and toughness. His name was g...
Cane, Wood
Rustic Adirondack Center Table, Elm Wood, Late 19th Century, USA
Located in Queens, NY
American Rustic Adirondack (late 19th/20th Century) center table with rectangular barked top & apron on legs joined by a box stretcher.
Wood
Rare 8-legged American Wicker Side table, Bar Harbor Pineapple feet + 2 shelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
Rare American wicker table with 8! pineapple feet. Very charming. The top is really octagonal, not round. 2 shelves. The top could use a fresh coat of paint.
Wicker
$316Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Rustic Organic Turned Wooden Farmhouse Artisan Fruit Bowl
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderfully precise turned wood bowl, understated centerpiece or fruit bowl. Simple almost organic form. 10 inch diameter. No makers markings.
Wood
Antique Mixed Wood Children’s L Shaped Corner Bench
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Antique L-shaped School Bench with hardwood slats and pine uprights. The bench with slatted back, center divided support. Dimensions: 31 1/2" H, footprint - 64" x 52" and 13 3/4" H....
Wood
$895 / set
Pair of Striped Wool Plaid Pillows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of White and Browns wool plaid pillows. Beautiful design with intersecting striped throughout. The backing is made from a vintage linen fabric with down and feather custom inserts.
Wool, Linen
Japanese Contemporary Platinum Black Porcelain Vase by Master Artist, 9
Located in Takarazuka, JP
Japanese contemporary decorative porcelain vase, dramatically hand painted in platinum, set against a beautifully shaped porcelain body in black, a signed piece belonging to the artist's signature fish collection by highly acclaimed master porcelain artist and recipient of numerous awards for his exceptional and extraordinary porcelain work and his unique signature gold and platinum work on porcelain. In 2016, the British Museum added a work by this award-winning artist to its collection of contemporary Japanese porcelain in the Imari-Arita polychrome enamel tradition. The artist's profile is available upon request. According to a Chinese legend...
Platinum
Hand Made Folk Art Chandelier W/ Iron Pot Hangers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This hand crafted farm house chandelier with farm animals roosters & cows.The painted surface is a green painted worn surface and newly wired in great working condition.There are eight light sockets.Take notice to the cast iron pot hangers...
Iron
Rustic Country House Bench
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
Created solely out of teak branches these are fabulous and totally unique country house style garden seats of grand proportions. Please note we are currently working to a 30-36 week...
Teak
$1,260Sale Price|20% Off
Zabihi Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Jajim Flatweave
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th Century Turkish Geometric Jajim flatweave textile rug. Measures: 5'2'' x 7'2''
Wool
$396Sale Price|20% Off
Bulbous Vintage Turned Wood Bud Vase Studio Craft Woodworker Midcentury Vibe
By Rude Osolnik
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Beautiful form. Signed R.Carnes 98 Lysiton, possibly not very legible.
Wood
$270Sale Price|75% Off
Antique White Painted Cedar Mirror
Located in Bradenton, FL
Antique cedar wood mirror 49.5" H x 39.5" W. Can be used in many decor including Swedish, county or rustic setting. Made of antique cedar planks with ori...
Cedar
Mother and Colt Horse Painting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mother and Colt Horse painting. Signed and dated 1971.
Canvas, Paint
$778Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Hand-Crafted Fruitwood Bird Cage, Adirondack Style, Circa 1920
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
O/7346 - Old cage for bird, but with a bright little bird ! leaving the birds free! the little bird can light up.
Fruitwood
Navajo Indian Weaving Saddle Blanket Pillows, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These black and white Indian weaving pillows are in great condition and sold as a pair. The backs are in black cotton linen.
Wool, Linen
19th Century American 'Rare' Ticking Stripe Collection, 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These American rare stripe ticking pillows have homespun linen backings. There are two pairs in this collection and in pristine condition. The inserts are down and feather fill.
Linen
Charming antique wicker stand, American, c 1940, 3 levels with a handle
Located in Atlanta, GA
Super fun antique wicker 3 level stand with a handle. Great for trinkets or plants, or drinks! American c. 1940
Wicker
Mexican /American Tex Coco Indian Weaving
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing red&blue Mexican /American Texcoco Indian weaving bolster pillow has a red cotton linen backing. The insert is red cotton linen backing.
Wool
19th C Furkin Bucket with Lid from New England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
All original 19th C Furkin bucket with lid. All natural patina. Bucket has tiny cut nails and over lapping fingers. From New England.
Wood, Pine
Zabihi Collection Vintage Soft Brown Cream Turkish Rug, 8'2'' x 12'8''
Located in New York, NY
a Mid 20th Century Turkish rug in pale brown and cream Details rug no. 31671 size 8' 2" x 12' 8" (249 x 386 cm)
Wool
Unique Wrought Iron Table + Chairs
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Unique Wrought Iron Table + Chairs in original condition.
Wrought Iron
$2,450Sale Price|30% Off
4 Vintage Old Hickory Arts & Crafts Rustic Oak Herringbone Dining Side Chairs
By Old Hickory Furniture Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Four vintage Old Hickory Furniture Co. side chairs, circa 1930. This set perfectly exemplifies the rugged, handcrafted aesthetic of classic American rustic Arts & Crafts movemen...
Rattan, Oak
19th c Archietectural American Adirondack Lodge Folk Art Birdcage Old Blue Paint
Located in valatie, NY
19th c Archietectural American Adirondack Lodge Folk Art Birdcage, With Old Blue Paint. The ribbed corrugated roof outlined with a decorative fascia. Midway is a terraced gallery wit...
Steel
Rare and Unusual Signed Elsinore Pottery Spongeware Bowl
By Elsinore Pottery Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This amazing crazed 19th century spongeware mixing bowl is signed on the base Elsinore Pottery, California. It is most unusual to find any type ...
Pottery
John Neale (British, B. 20th Century) Signed Oil On Board, Summer Landscape
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Oil on board depicting a summer landscape with a leafy tree in the center, a figure fishing in the lower right, blue rolling hills in the distance and set against a cornflower blue c...
Wood
Cast Iron Dog Nut Cracker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black painted cast iron dog nut cracker. The condition is very good and in working order.
Iron
Two 19th Century Black Forest Clocks, Great Form, Great Old Color/Patina
Located in Buchanan, MI
Two 19th century Black Forest clocks, charming form, great old patina. Would look great in a library or office
Walnut
Vintage Bamboo Letter Holder Desk Organizer
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Bamboo Letter Holder or Desk Organizer. Three compartments on top and a large area on bottom. Good condition and sturdy, ready to use. 11" wide
Bamboo
19th Century Stoneware Flower Decorated Crock from Maryland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century stoneware salt glazed flower decorated ovoid Baltimore Maryland jar or crock. Great earlier ovoid form with hand tooled top rim...
Pottery
Antique Wicker Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Antique Wicker Lamp And Shade. Repainted at some point. Rewired with new socket, wiring and plug. Ready to use
Wicker, Paint
19th Century Monumental Bee Hive Butter Bowl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century monumental original brown painted bee hive butter bowl in great condition. The one side is in a burl knot but in tack. Fantastic undisturbed s...
Wood
18thc New England Ladder Back Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th century New England Ladder back armchair with original rush seat. Fantastic undisturbed surface with worn arms. Super comfortable and in nice...
Wood, Cane
Natural Nutria Beaver Fur King Size Blanket, Soft Earthy Tones, New
Located in Hudson, NY
This is a beautiful and luxurious natural nutria beaver king size blanket. Soft pelts with rich, earthy coloration, accented with black backing. This is perfect for a bed or just fo...
Fur
American Rustic Adirondack Twig Loveseat, Barked Design, Circa 1900
Located in Queens, NY
American rustic adirondack barked "cockpen" design loveseat of twig & root construction with split twig arms & seat (New York State, late 19th/20th Cent).
Twig