American Craftsman Seating
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.
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Style: American Craftsman
Antique Loveseat with Caned Back
Upholstered Seat
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique loveseat features solid wood frame, sculpted arm rests, unique seat back with caning, and vintage upholstery on the seat.
Matching pair of rocking chairs available sepa...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
"MFA" Bench by American Studio Craft Artist David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
An MFA (Museum of Fine Arts) burnished blue milk paint bench over maple wood, by American studio Craft artist David N. Ebner.
Note: All works signed by the artist, David N. Ebner....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Paint
Robert Whitley, American Studio, Teak, Rocking Chair, USA, 1980s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Robert Whitley, American Studio, Teak, "The Whitley Rocker" Rocking Chair, USA, 1980s
A solid teak example of "The Whitley Rocker," a rocking chair handmade by Robert Whitley in Sol...
Category
1980s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Teak
Robert and Joanne Herzog Studio Craft Guitar Stool
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut studio craft stool by California design couple Robert and Joanne Herzog c.1984. The stool features a curved rectangular seat and four sculpted legs. Underside is stamped HERZO...
Category
1980s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut
The David Ebner Free Edge Spalted Maple Bench
Located in Bellport, NY
Fine works by David N Ebner the spalted maple free edge bench.
Other woods available on request.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Maple
David N. Ebner, Twisted Stick Ladder Back Chair
Located in Bellport, NY
One of a kind tall twisted stick ladder back chair by renowned artist and craftsman David N. Ebner.
Please see the newly published book "David Ebner: S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
$12,000 / item
Sassafras Stick Foot Stool by Artist and Craftsman, David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
Stick foot stool by renowned artist and craftsman David N. Ebner. Sassafras wood and natural rush seat.
Please see the newly published book "David Ebner: Studio Furniture" by Nanc...
Category
20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Swivel Barrel Chair by American Studio Craft Artist, David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
The Swivel Barrel Chair from American Studio Craft Artist David N. Ebner. Upholstered in an Italian Suede calf skin. Wenge wood frame,The swivel base is constructed of a heavy duty b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Suede, Wood
David N. Ebner, Studio Craft Artist, Black Stool #1
Located in Bellport, NY
Ebner's stool #1 is made of pigmented walnut wood; simple and beautiful. Also available in other woods.
Please see the newly published book "David Ebner: Studio Furniture" by Nanc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut
$4,800 / item
Sam Maloof Highback Horned Desk Chair
By Sam Maloof
Located in Chicago, IL
Sam Maloof Highback Horned Desk Chair, Oiled Oakwood reupholstered with Spinneybeck leather.
Branded manufacturer's marks to underside 'Maloof California'.
Adjustable seat now set at...
Category
1970s Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Standard Chair Of Gardner U.S. Bi-Centennial Limited Edition Bench 1776-1976
Located in Germantown, MD
This rock solid bench is made by Standard Chair of Gardner Inc. in Massachusetts. What we have found out is a limited edition chair only made in 1976 for t...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Maple
Antique Wood Ladder Back Rush Seat Child
s Accent Chair Painted Orange
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A children's American Arts and Crafts ladder back chair with a rush seat. We love a good ladder back chair, and this piece is perfect for a kid's room. Created from wood, the back fe...
Category
20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Rush, Wood
American Studio Craft Architectural Bench or Stool by David N Ebner 1992
Located in Troy, MI
A distinctive stool by American studio artist David N. Ebner
USA 1992
Curved saddle seat on an arched oak base, hand painted in dark green with carved sawtooth edges
The riveted ham...
Category
20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Metal
T-Back Krāne Stool, 4-Legged Version
Located in Calgary, AB
Comfortable, elegant and classic, a design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Handcrafted from solid American Ash, made in Canada. The Krane stool features a generously si...
Category
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
$2,000 / item
Set of Four Onassis White Lacquer Chairs by Karl Springer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of four "Jackie Onassis" chairs by Karl Springer, circa 1980s. Finished in glossy white lacquer and upholstered in a black leather with a slight s...
Category
1980s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Solid Wood Bar or Counter Stool, Blackened Ash
Located in Calgary, AB
A classic design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid American Ash with a grain-popping jet-Black stain. Our stools feature generously sized seats and erg...
Category
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Ash
$2,100 / item
Wood and Cork Stool or Ottoman Suber Stool by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Organic forms and natural materials play a duet in this Mid-Century Modern inspired Suber stool. Upholstered in cork and shown here in walnut, our Suber s...
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Cork
T-Back Krāne Stool in Solid Black Ash
Located in Calgary, AB
Comfortable, elegant and Classic, a design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid American Ash, hand-selected for colour uniformity and quality. The Krane s...
Category
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
$1,850 / item
Handcrafted Live Edge Cherry Bench with Bird Motif Inlays by PJ Spring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A finely made bench in solid cherry, created by a contemporary studio furniture maker known for warm natural materials and detailed handwork. The seat shows rich color variation and ...
Category
Early 2000s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Cherry
Nichols
Stone Hitchcock Style Rocking Chair in Honor of U.S. Gen. Thayer
Located in Germantown, MD
Stunning Hitchcock Style Rocking Chair crafted by Nichols & Stone. Splendid black, gold and tan with intricate hand painted flowers. This fabulous chair was crafted by Nichols and Stone in Honor US Civil War General...
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Oak
David N. Ebner, Artist Craftsman, Bamboo High Stool
Located in Bellport, NY
Bamboo high stool by David N. Ebner, Classic simplicity and beauty, available in amber or natural finish.
Please see the newly published book "David Ebner: Studio Furniture" by Na...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Bamboo
$4,000 / item
T-Back Krāne Stool - 4-Legged Version - Set of 4
Located in Calgary, AB
Comfortable, elegant and Classic, a design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Handcrafted from solid American Ash, made in Canada. The Krane stool features a generously si...
Category
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
$8,000 / set
Handcrafted Live Edge Cherry Bench with leaf Motif Inlays by PJ Spring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A finely made bench in solid cherry, created by a contemporary studio furniture maker, PJ Spring. known for warm natural materials and detailed handwork. The seat shows rich color va...
Category
Early 2000s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Cherry
12 Solid Mahogany Arts
Crafts style Dining Chairs
Located in Denton, TX
Solid mahogany studio crafted set of twelve dining chairs in the style of Frank Lloyd Wright.
Beautiful grain that enhances the design of these chairs would elevate any homes presen...
Category
20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Naugahyde, Mahogany
Set of Six Beautiful Antique Dining Chairs, Hickory, Virginia, 1880s
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful set of six antique dining chairs, each chair is unique and a little different in size. Made in Virginia, 1880.
Category
1880s American Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Hickory
Handcrafted Solid Wood Bar or Counter Stool, White Oak
Located in Calgary, AB
A classic design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid white oak, wood is hand-selected for colour uniformity and quality. Our bar stools feature generousl...
Category
2010s Canadian American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Craftsman Campaign Prayer Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-20th century, craftsman, Campaign or prayer chair features a carved cherry frame with newly upholstered luggage tan leather seat and back.
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Leather, Cherry
White Oak Wood and Cork Chair Dining or Writing Desk Chair Porto Chair
Located in Birmingham, AL
The Porto chair embraces the fusion of timeless elegance and functional minimalism. This streamlined chair complements your urban wood dining table or writing desk in the office. Wit...
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak
American Studio Craft Dining Chairs Unique Hand Made Set of Four
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Four Sculptural Walnut Dining Chairs, hand made by an American Studio Craftsman, unknown, American, circa 1970s. They have recently been reupholstered in a low maintenance lea...
Category
1970s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood, Walnut
Modern Solid Oak Chair with Clear Oil Finish for Dining / Writing Height Seating
Located in Birmingham, AL
The Bowtie chair by Alabama Sawyer is a modern solid oak chair with clear oil finish for dining or writing height seating. It combines elements of Minimal...
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Vintage Medium Size Tiger Walnut and Cane Seat Rocking Chair
Located in Germantown, MD
A exquisite vintage medium size walnut and cane seat rocking chair in tiger walnut. Newer caning. Very good vintage condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Antique Oak Chair with Unique Turned Wood Back
Caned Seat
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique accent chair features hardwood construction, original oak finish, unique spindle back and caned seat.
Dimensions: 16w 14.75d 34.75h 17.25sh
Condition notes: Original f...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Oak, Cane
Artisan-Made Spindle Back Rocking Chair In The Style Of Sam Maloof
By Sam Maloof
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning artisan-made rocking chair is hand-crafted in the style of acclaimed American furniture maker and woodworker Sam Maloof who is considered a central figure of the post-w...
Category
Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Maple
1940s Country High Back Oak Windsor Armchair
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1940s American Handcrafted high back windsor armchair. Great quality. Measures 22" in width x 24" in depth x 43" in height. Seat height is 17.5", seat interior width is 16", seat i...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Oak
19th Century American Walnut Childs Chair with Provenance
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely stunning and historic 19th century American walnut childs chair belonging to Lida Calvert Hall 1867.
This Chair has impeccable provenance:
It is part o...
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut
American Country Dining Chairs with Rush Seats and Loose Tufted Vinyl Seat Pads
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful set of 6 dining chairs in solid maple with rush seats and tufted vinyl Seat padding. Very good vintage condition. Measure 30.5"W x 23"D x 34.5"H. Seat height is 18" and arm...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Rush, Polystyrene, Maple
Antique 19th Century Round Cane Lounge Seat by Ruth Collins New York
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Classic American Portable Ruth Collins Round Beach Cane Backrest Seat, New York
Vintage folding picnic seat with original leather straps. The canning on ...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Metal
$760 Sale Price
20% Off
Three-Legged Stool by Studio Woodworker John W Los
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautifully crafted stool is a fine example of American woodworker John W Los.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Armchair by “Móveis Cimo”, Brazil 1940s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Barcelona, ES
Classic armchair designed and produced by “Móveis Cimo” in 1940s, made of solid “imbuia” wood, curved “imbuia” plywood and brass details. Very strong and c...
Category
1940s Brazilian Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Brass
Nakashima Styled George Suyeoka Studio Prototype Chair
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A studio crafted oiled black American walnut sculptural chair in the manner of George Nakashima designed and made by Japanese American George Suyeoka, f...
Category
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Walnut
"The Quarry Collection" Settee by Studio Artist Ryan Dart, 2018
Located in Bellport, NY
Ryan Dart is no ordinary designer.This year winner at the New York AD show "Best in Design"
'Above, The Quarry Collection Settee,fine craftsmans...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Birch
Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Upholstery
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, original finish, bentwood seat back on two chairs, original red vinyl seats on all four, and reinforced stee...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Vinyl
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, bentwood seat back, original brown vinyl seats and folding mechanism with steel reinforced frame.
Similar s...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Midcentury White Oak Sling Chair with Velvet Cushions
Located in Asheville, NC
Vintage sling chair in white Oak with beautiful joinery and dowel finishes. Piece features light brown velvet cushions in great condition.
29”W x 33...
Category
1980s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Canvas, Velvet, Oak
David Ebner sternum rocking chair
By David Ebner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rocking chair by David Ebner c 1983, height 29 inches width 26 inches 28 inches height 17 inch very good original condition signed with artists chop mark
Category
Mid-20th Century American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Donald Gordon Rocking Chair Kauri Wood Oak Sam Maloof New Zealand
By Sam Maloof
Located in Munster, NRW
Donald Gordon, rocking chair in Kauri wood
This rocking chair, made by Donald Gordon in the early 2000s, is a special object, a unique piece of furniture, the fantastic combination ...
Category
Early 2000s New Zealand American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Oak
Studio Rocking Chair by Richard Harrison, US, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Custom, handmade studio rocking chair designed by Richard Harrison. This remarkable, lightweight and sculptural chair is made of walnut with. The chair has beautiful connections and ...
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Incredible Late 19th Century Steer Horn Chair and Ottoman
Located in St. Louis, MO
Incredible late 19th or early 20th century rustic steer long horn chair and ottoman. This chair is in great condition, has spring seat and is very stur...
Category
1890s American Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Horn
Dining Set in the Manner of James Mont, USA, circa 1960
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Dining set in hand-carved wood, has six chairs with Fortuny cushions and a matching table base that supports a clear glass top, all in an Asian motif. The two head chairs have a hand...
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Hamilton Mfg Co High Back Adjustable Height Mahogany Architect Piano Stool
By Hamilton
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, ...
Category
Early 1900s Antique American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Fantastic Organic Modern Bobby Falwell Rocker and Ottoman Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic organic modernist rocking chair and ottoman, hand-carved by Kentucky craftsman Bobby Falwell, a student of Wendell Castle. Each piece...
Category
1970s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Walnut
$22,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Studio Lounge Chair by Richard Harrison, US, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Custom, handmade armchair designed by Richard Harrison. This remarkable, lightweight and sculptural chair is made of walnut. The chair has beautiful connections and is in excellent c...
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Walnut
Antique Farmhouse Gray Painted Bench Footstool
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique farmhouse style bench footstool features hardwood construction, original gray painted finish, primitive legs and feet, and a carved handle in the top.
Dimensions: 25w 1...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Primitive Farmhouse Wood Bench with Chippy Paint Patina
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique Farmhouse style bench with features hardwood construction, multi-colored paint in varied stages of wear and fading, solid wood feet with additional added cross supports....
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Child
s Rocking Chair with Excellent Patina
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique children's rocker features. hardwood construction, spindle style arms and vintage black paint that has worn resulting in a beautiful patina.
Dimensions: 19.5w 23d 31.5h...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Paint
Signed Studio Chair by American Woodcraftsman Mike Bartell, 1993
Located in Berlin, DE
Studio craft chair with great wood connections and a black leather seat.
Category
1990s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Mahogany turned and carved rectangular stool by Michael Rozell, USA - new
Located in Berlin, DE
Mahogany turned and carved stool hand-crafted by Michael Rozell, USA - new
Category
2010s American American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Studio Craft Wooden Stool by Ron Curtis, US, 1960s
By Ron Curtis
Located in Berlin, DE
Sculptural handcrafted three legged stool by noted studio furniture maker Ron Curtis.
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Wood
Walnut Adjustable Lounge Chair Arden Riddle (1921-2011) pre-1965
By Arden Riddle
Located in Camden, ME
A rare and early example of Arden Riddle’s refined modernist vision, this adjustable lounge chair in black walnut was crafted prior to 1965 and has been fully authenticated despite l...
Category
1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Studio Craft Windsor-Style Three Legged Low Stools in Cherrywood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of cherry wood studio craft low stools executed in a Windsor-Style (ca. 1970s, USA). Designed by a woodworker out of Syracuse, New York "WHP" about whom little is known.
Compose...
Category
1970s American Vintage American Craftsman Seating
Materials
Cherry
American Craftsman seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique American Craftsman 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, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Craftsman seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Möbius Objects, Chris Miano, David N. Ebner, and Alabama Sawyer. 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 $140 and tops out at $273,000 while the average work can sell for $3,200.
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