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American Craftsman Furniture

AMERICAN CRAFTSMAN STYLE

Inspired by the Arts & Crafts style in England, which rebelled against the mechanization of the Industrial Revolution with a proud emphasis on handcrafted design, American Craftsman style similarly pushed against the lavishness of the Victorian era. Coined by Wisconsin-born Gustav Stickley, a furniture designer and publisher of The Craftsman magazine, American Craftsman furniture would influence homegrown styles that followed, such as Mission and the Prairie School.

Like the popular early 20th-century Craftsman houses — which feature meticulous woodwork on everything from built-in bookcases in the living room and cabinetry in the kitchen to earth-toned exteriors with exposed rafters — American Craftsman furniture was all about handmade storage cabinets, bedroom furniture, chairs and other pieces built with organic materials. “Simplicity and straightforwardness of construction has always been the leading characteristic of Craftsman furniture,” Stickley stated. And while he is often credited with most of the designs at the Craftsman Workshops in Eastwood, New York, others such as Harvey Ellis were influential in shaping the straight-backed chairs, beds with vertical slats and tables with exposed joinery that came to define the style.

Highly utilitarian with no unnecessary flair, American Craftsman furniture was designed to emphasize the essence of its modest construction and promote the natural beauty of the wood. Solid oak, cherry, walnut and mahogany were all favored by the movement’s principal figures. Another attribute commonly associated with the style is the integration of subtle details like tooled leather, inlaid metal and hammered iron handles.

Owing to the outbreak of World War I, the popularity of American Craftsman style waned as consumer spending dropped and furniture companies shifted to the production of wartime materials and goods specified in government contracts. Yet, by the 1960s, there was a renewed appreciation for this foundational modern American style, with Stickley and his contemporaries in demand for the clean, simple lines and sturdy construction of American Craftsman furniture.

Find a collection of antique American Craftsman chests, nightstands, seating, decorative objects and more furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: American Craftsman
Period: Early 20th Century
Early 20th Century American Hook Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique American Hook Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 2' 11" x 4' 10"
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Bradley & Hubbard Bookends-Ancient Greek Temple Columns & Arch
Located in Downingtown, PA
Bradley & Hubbard Bookends-ancient greek columns, American, Bradley and Hubbard, Meridian, CT, Circa 1925. A pair of bookends in the form of an Ancient Greek Temple...
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Early 20th Century American Craftsman Furniture

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Iron

Antique Terracotta Sandstone handcrafted Horse Sculpture
Located in Birmingham, AL
Antique Terracotta Sandstone handcrafted Horse Sculpture , The sculpture called "Tang Horse," likely produced by Austin Productions in 1961. Key details include but no signature fou...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Alabaster, Sandstone

Antique American Mission Craftsman Oak 12 Drawer Library File Cabinet Macey 1910
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique American Craftsman/Mission oak 12 drawer library filing cabinet, Macey & Co, circa 1910. The cabinet is made from quarter sawn 't...
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1910s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Canvas and Wood Swan Decoy
Located in Leesburg, VA
Vintage Canvas and Wood Swan Decoy Anonymous 20th century; America Wood, canvas, wire Approximate size: 19.5 (h) x 30 (w) x 10.5 (d) Once a utilita...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wire

1911 Peerlite Petite Pendant vintgelights
Located in Prescott, US
Single only available at this time. Two piece antique glass pendant light fixture is held together by a 3 prong metal "spider". The glass shade is signed "Peerlite", the metal spider...
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1910s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Glass

A ca. 1920's American Tiger Oak Side Table, lovely patina
Located in San Francisco, CA
American Craftsman furniture was built to last a lifetime. Oak, solid, was inexpensive and plentiful and therefore used generously. No plywood! Oak by it's nature is a very hard wood...
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1920s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Oak

Aretino Disc Machine Phonograph
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Aretino Machine Phonograph. It depicts a square wood cabinet that has at the top a round platter where a disc/record is placed and can be heard after the needle attached t...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Metal

Antique Tiger Oak 3 Drawer Dresser or Dressing Table with Oval Mirror
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A stunning tiger oak wood dresser with an oval mirror. Sourced from an estate in Kansas, this gorgeous wood piece has fabulous grain. The piece could be used as a dresser, dressing t...
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Early 1900s American Antique American Craftsman Furniture

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Metal

Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop
Located in Middleburg, VA
Early 20th Century Cast Iron Boston Terrier Doorstop. An iconic example of early 20th-century American cast iron craftsmanship, this Boston Terrier doorstop captures the alert post...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Metal, Iron

Iridescent Favrile Art Glass Gord Form Vase Signed Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
This highly rare and innovative Iridescent Favrile Art Glass Gord Form Vase is by Louis Comfort Tiffany and originates from the United States Circa 1916. This vase is a true gem, wit...
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1910s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Art Glass

Cabinet Makers Work Bench, as Sideboard, Serving Table or Bar
Located in Huntington, NY
Functional early 20th century cabinet makers work bench as sideboard, serving table or bar.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Maple

Antique American Hooked Rug Featuring Colorful Village Scene
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique American Hooked rug featuring colorful pictorial village scene, rug s12-0806, country of origin / type: United States / Hooked, circa 1920 This American Hooked rug depicts...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Gerald McCabe Style Dining Set Table Dining Table Breakfast Nook Dining Set
Located in Rochester, NY
Absolutely incredible vintage family style dining set that’s been used for generations of families gathering together!! Rare set that looks to be Gerald McCabe to us. We have never ...
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Early 20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Furniture

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Wood

American Crazy Quilt, early 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
an interesting wool with a printed portrait of a lady.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Cotton, Silk

Antique Painted Craftsman Artist Stool
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Wooden artist/painters stool circa 1920's. Knob handle with steel rods. Lots of old paint and crazing. 12" wide X 18" tall.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Steel

Antique Craftsman Quarter Sawn Oak Dining or Single Desk Chair Upholstered Seat
Located in Monrovia, CA
This Is An Antique Craftsman Quarter Sawn Oak Or Tiger Oak Wood Single Dining Chair or Single Desk Chair With An Upholstered Black Vinyl Seat. The Tiger...
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Early 1900s American Antique American Craftsman Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Oak

Antique Drop Front Schoolmasters Desk with Drawer
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique schoolmasters desk features hardwood construction, newer red painted finish, drop front writing surface with open storage insid...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Oak, Paint

Vintage T.C. Wheaton Co Glass Embossed Apothecary Bottles Set of 4
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of 4 vintage apothecary bottles with stoppers and embossed. Classic and unique, these beautiful bottles sparkle in vintage gl...
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Early 1900s American Antique American Craftsman Furniture

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Glass

1904 Antique Western Electric Converted Brass Candlestick Telephone Lamp
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 1900s Western Electric Candlestick Lamp. The lamp is turned on by lifting the earpiece off the handle. A unique timless design that will bring a smile after every use. Dimen...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Brass

Bradley & Hubbard Bookends-Ancient Greek Temple Columns & Arch
Located in Downingtown, PA
Bradley & Hubbard Bookends-ancient greek columns, American, Bradley and Hubbard, Meridian, CT, Circa 1925. A pair of bookends in the form of an Ancient Greek Temple...
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Early 20th Century American Craftsman Furniture

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Iron

1920 bronze French pendant light
Located in Surrey, BC
An exceptional solid bronze pierced metal pendant light , in verdigris oxidized finish . Salvaged from a building in Chicago. This is a be...
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Early 20th Century French American Craftsman Furniture

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Bronze

c.1916 Massive Craftsman Fixture all Hand Wrought Original Finish Two Available
Located in Prescott, US
Two available, priced each. Since they are both hand made there is some slight differences between the two. Remarkable to find not one but two of these beautiful 106 year old hand wr...
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1910s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Metal

Brass Bookends with "The Angelus" and "The Gleaners" by Jean Francois Millet
Located in Soquel, CA
Brass Bookends with "The Angelus" and "The Gleaners" by Jean Francois Millet Solid pair of bookends by H. L. Judd Manufracturing Co. Each bookend contains a scene originally painted by Jean Francois Millet - farmers harvesting in the fields and farmers praying over a basket. They are marked on the back with "REAL BRONZE" and numbered 9977. Titled on the bottom "The Gleaners" and "The Angelus" Original felt on bases. 4.75"H x 5.25"W x 2.25"D (each) Jean Francois Millet: 1814 - 1875, was a Barbizon School painter known for showing in his works the devoutness of French farm laborers. Judd Co. Morton Judd established the Judd...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Bronze

Early 20thC American Bolt&Screw Case Co.
Located in Livorno, IT
American Bolt&Screw Case Co. of Dayton, Ohio, USA. Late 19thC- early 20thC (1890-1910). Finally patented in 1903 by George W. Chaffin. One-of-a-kind piece of USA manufacturers of cas...
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Early 1900s American Antique American Craftsman Furniture

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Sheet Metal, Tôle

Antique American Sterling Silver Tazza Compote Wallace & Son Grand Baroque 1925
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique American sterling silver tazza or compote by R. Wallace & Son Silversmiths, circa 1925. The circular tazza with a shallow bowl with scrolled baroque repousse decoratio...
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1920s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Sterling Silver

Old Wooden Juvenile Carved Carousel Horse
Located in Nantwich, GB
Juvenile carved wooden carousel horse carved in the style of Charles Loof. Lions carved into the back of the saddle. Requires little restoration. Started to paint 40 years ago but...
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Early 20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Furniture

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Wood

Antique Brass Sabbath Candle Holders
Located in New York, NY
This Pair of Shabbas Candle Holders, rendered in hand wrought brass with refined and classical banded detailing originate from the United States, Circa 1910. Designed to be lit prio...
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1910s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Brass

American Wool Applique Penny Rug, Late 19th / Early 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
These were used as cover rather than rugs. Lots of wool pieces have been used to make this appliqué cover.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Antique American Farmhouse Wall Cabinet with Brass Latch
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique American wall cabinet features pine construction, door with brass latch, and four interior shelves. Dimensions: 24w 11.5d 37.25h Condition notes: Exterior finish has...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Brass

c1900 Arts & Crafts Period Adjustable Oak Easel by the Technical Supply Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
A c1900 adjustable oak easel by the Technical Supply Company of Scranton, Pennsylvania. The height of the easel and angle of display are adjustable. A wonderful display piece with a...
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Early 20th Century North American American Craftsman Furniture

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Steel, Chrome, Iron

American Bookends in the Form of a Chippendale Chair Back, Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Downingtown, PA
American Bookends in the form of a Chippendale Chair Back, Bradley & Hubbard, Meriden, Connecticut The 1920s A pair of bookends made by Bradley & Hubbard in the first quarter of...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Metal

American Elk Antler Intertwined Eight Light Chandelier, Early 20th Century
Located in Charleston, SC
American elk antler intertwined eight light chandelier, Early 20th Century
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Antler

Antique Hand-Carved Hardwood Figural Confederate Soldier Styled Smoking Pipe
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very well executed hand-carved smoking pipe is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from the United States and date to approximately 1920 and done in an American Craftsman style. The pipe stem is composed of vulcanite with a silver plated band. The pipe features asvery detailed and realistic carving of a Confederate soldier...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Hardwood

Early 20th Century American Hook Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique American Hook Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 5' 10" x 6' 0"
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Early 20th Century American Rag Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique American Rag Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 5' 8" x 10' 0"
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Early 20th Century American Hook Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique American Hook Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 3' 4" x 4' 7"
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Early 20th Century American Hook Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique American Hook Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 2' 11" x 6' 1"
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Early 20th Century American Hook Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique American Hook Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 2' 11" x 4' 10"
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Early 20th Century American Hook Rug
Located in New York, NY
An antique American Hook Rug handmade during the Early 20th century. Measures: 2' 11" x 3' 3"
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Vintage U.S. WWII Era Boeing PT-17 Stearman Wood Propeller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage U.S. WWII Era Boeing PT-17 Stearman Wood Propeller Decorate your living room, restaurant, hotel or lounge space with this exquisite memorabilia. This wooden propeller is fro...
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Early 20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Furniture

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Wood

Antique Oak 16 Drawer Typesetter's Letterhead Filer
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Oak 16 Drawer Typesetter's Letterhead Filer The Antique Oak 16 Drawer Typesetter's Letterhead Filer is a beautifully crafted filing cabinet, origina...
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Early 20th Century Unknown American Craftsman Furniture

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Wood

Colonial American Armchair by Herman de Vries for Sikes Furniture Company
Located in San Diego, CA
A Craftsman armchair by Herman de Vries in solid maplewood; hand-hewn spindles, shaped seat on splayed squared legs. Crafted in the 1930s. Original condition shows some wear and scra...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Maple

Pair of Vintage Small USA Pottery Stoneware Jugs Circa 1940s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of Vintage Miniature USA Pottery Stoneware Jugs Circa 1940s. These charming jugs exude timeless appeal and are perfect for collectors, decor enthusiasts, or anyone seeking to infuse their space with a touch of vintage rustic Americana. Mini Crockery Jug Pottery Crock Small Pottery Jug Brown Top Glaze. Antique Miniature Stoneware...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Pottery

Early 20th Century American Prisoner Art Diorama Monkey Saloon Bar 'Bills Bar'
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Early 20th Century American Prisoner Art Diorama Monkey Saloon Bar “ Bills Bar at the Last Chance ”, the bar, the piano, the telephone kiosk and 2 tables...
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1910s Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Wood

Antique Multicolor American Hooked Rug in Layered Diamond Design & Geometric
Located in Atlanta, GA
American hooked rugs are indigenous to the Northeast region of the United States and Eastern Canada. Their production began in the mid-1800s, gradually spreading lower to North Ameri...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Historical Wood Windows Salvaged from Fire in Oklahoma City Mansion
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Pair of beautiful salvaged windows from a historic Oklahoma City mansion. This mansion was built close to Oklahoma's statehood. Each window has been r...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Glass, Wood

Antique Terracotta Sandstone handcrafted Horse Sculpture
Located in Birmingham, AL
Antique Terracotta Sandstone handcrafted Horse Sculpture , The sculpture called "Tang Horse," likely produced by Austin Productions in 1961. Key details include but no signature fou...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Alabaster, Sandstone

Oak Craftsman Architect Drafting Stool
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1940s, adjustable height, oak, architect drafting stool features a slat back and swivel seat. There is 5 inches of adjustability in height. T...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Oak

American Nautical Brass Perko Marine Lantern with Orig. Fresnel Lense NY C. 1920
Located in Charleston, SC
American Nautical brass Perko marine lantern with the original Fresnel lense, exterior side mounts, vents, and locking interior oil font. Stamped ...
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1920s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Mickey Mouse, flexible flyer sled
Located in Huntington, NY
Mickey Mouse, flexible flyer sled Some traces of original stenciling on the front. Original retailer and brand markings on the reverse side. Th...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Metal

Checkerboard Vintage American Hooked Rug with Geometric Cross Designs
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ingenious in style, color and composition, the features in this spectacular, antique American Hooked rug create an illusion of depth and texture. The beautifully colorful checkerboard pattern plays like a stain glass that incorporates a multitude of colors and the geometric design. This stunning hooked rug is a joy to behold as it illustrates the amazing versatility of simple yet elegant patterns, which are executed in a way that is full of color, texture and visual appeal. Measures: 2'11'' x 4'4''. Checkerboard vintage...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

1900 Three-Sheet Theater Poster
By Russell-Morgan Co. 1
Located in Peekskill, NY
This was an estate find and part of a beautiful collection of rare excellent turn of the century posters. They were hidden away for over 100 years. This is a rare and impressive 3 sheet poster that is 7 foot tall. It make quite a statement. About the poster: You'd think that a play called "The New Baby" might feature said child in its promotional material. But here's the thing - there really isn't a baby at the centre of the comedy, and that's the crux of this entertainment. The plot concerns a husband who is so bored with country life that he dreams up the idea of having an illegitimate son in London as a way to get into town for an occasional 'night off'. When his wife decides that the child should be adopted, the expected comic tissue of falsehoods and misunderstandings frays and hilarity ensues. Adapted from German by A. Bourchier, the farce opened in London in 1896 to what a local critic termed 'much mirth'. Several years later, when the play had crossed the Atlantic and entered the repertory of David de Wolf cleverly called the Baby's chaperone on the poster and his troupe of traveling players, that understated review was translated into the more American howling success. The cast and director would've been totally unfamiliar with the British hinterlands, so this splendid design concentrates on the hi-jinks of the characters and their situation. At the start of the 20th century, America was in the full glory of its cultural adolescence, bursting with energy and optimism. In 1900 in New York there were 33 legitimate Broadway theaters...
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Early 1900s American Antique American Craftsman Furniture

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Paper

Early 20th Century, Model Barn or Garage, circa 1910-1930
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A wooden architectural model in original paint of a garage or barn structure, likely used as a child's play object, with a single door and ...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Paint, Scrap Wood

Antique Brass Irish Setter Dog Ashtray by Virginia Metalcrafters, 1920s
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is a beautiful antique brass Irish Setter dog ashtray made by Virginia Metalcrafters in the 1920s. The bottom is stamped "3-2 SETTER" and has the Virginia Metalcrafters logo. Th...
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1920s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Brass

Hamilton Mfg Co High Back Adjustable Height Mahogany Architect Piano Stool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Hamilton Mfg Co. High Back Adjustable Height Mahogany Architect Piano Stool. Item features an adjustable height seat, tall back with carvings, ...
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Early 1900s Antique American Craftsman Furniture

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Mahogany

Antique American Hooked Floral Rug with Multi Colors Light Brown, Green, Yellow
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful and gorgeous American hooked rug with gray soft red, rose, green, light brown, lavender, green, and yellow flowers, rug M14-1202, country of origin / type: United States /...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Cotton

Very Unique Antique Multicolor American Hooked Rug in Diamond Stripes
Located in Atlanta, GA
American hooked rugs are indigenous to the Northeast region of the United States and Eastern Canada. Their production began in the mid-1800s, gradually spreading lower in to North Am...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Wool

Folk Art Hand Made Simplex 1909 Model Car in Copper and Brass 1940s
Located in Meer, VAN
Folk Art Hand Made Simplex 1909 Model Car in Copper and Brass, United States, 1940s. This is really something very special. A one-off model car, made by a skilled craftsman around t...
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Early 20th Century North American American Craftsman Furniture

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Brass, Copper

Bronze Figure of Game Birds
Located in Brea, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century, the birds on a breakfront base. Measures: 11.25'' H x 8.25'' W x 4.75 D.
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Furniture

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Bronze

Antique Farm Bench
Located in Miami, FL
Antique farm bench, great patina.
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1920s American Vintage American Craftsman Furniture

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Wood

American Craftsman furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Craftsman furniture 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 furniture created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, decorative objects, seating and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Craftsman furniture made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Canada pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original furniture, popular names associated with this style include Alabama Sawyer, Chris Miano, David N. Ebner, and Ken Petersen. 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 furniture differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $39 and tops out at $273,000 while the average work can sell for $2,950.

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