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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
William Morris Style Bobbin Turned Cane Chairs Mid Century
By William Morrison
Located in Tampa, FL
A charming pair of vintage bobbin-turned armchairs, probably from the mid-20th century (1940s-1970s), features a lovely mix of historical style and sturdy build. These chairs are ins...
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Mid-20th Century Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak, Cane

Liberty Co. attr. Set of 3 dining chairs with Voysey style inlaid pewter heart
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co, attributed. Three matching chairs with shaped padded headrest and a single Voysey style inlaid pewter heart to the top of a fine tapering back splat with trumpet style ...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Pewter

Oversize Arts Crafts Carved Oak Armchair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Arts & Crafts carved and polished oak armchair. Impressive proportions.
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Steel

Heals, Set of Four English Arts Crafts Oak Arched Top Ladderback Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
Heals attributed. A set of four English Arts and Crafts oak arched top ladder back dining chairs in the Cotswold style. A good quality set with chunky legs and are all very sturdy...
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1920s English Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Antique Harvey Ellis Gustav Stickley Oak Dining Chair C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Harvey Ellis Gustav Stickley Oak Dining Chair C1910. Measures - 39.5"H x 17"W x 19.75"D . ...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Antique Mission Arts Crafts Oak Bentwood Slat Back Dining Side Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Bentwood Slat Back Dining Side Chair with Hard Seat Cushion. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 36" H x 18" W x 20.5" D x 19" Seat height.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Liberty Co High Wycombe Settle by William Birch
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Liberty & Co High Wycombe Settle by William Birch A well know design by George Walton made by William Birch of High Wycombe, made around 1905 and retailed by Liberty & Co The settle...
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Early 1900s Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Liberty Style, Arts Crafts Oak Bedroom Chair with Pewter Ebony Floral Inlays
Located in London, GB
Liberty style. A fine Arts and Crafts oak bedroom chair with floral Pewter and Ebony inlays and further string inlays throughout. Professionally re-upholstered in a quality hide.
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Pewter

George Walton. A Rare Arts Crafts Philippines Cane Chair with Serpentine Back
Located in London, GB
George Walton. A Rare Arts & Crafts walnut high back 'Philippines begere chair'. The serpentine shaped high back is not just very comfortably but very elegant and refined. In the P...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

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Walnut

Arts Crafts Handcrafted Low Lounge Armchairs, Belgium 1920 s / 2
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Early 20th Century Arts & Crafts Style Design Handcrafted Oak & Rush Low Lounge Armchair set of 2. Made in Belgium, 1920's period. Oak constructed frame with rush woven seat ...
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1920s Belgian Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Rush, Oak

Liberty Co. An Arts Crafts oak chair with carved rose decoration to the back
Located in London, GB
Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts oak chair with carved rose decoration to the back, the drop-in seat with colorful embroidery. We also have a matching Liberty and Co gate leg dinin...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

SUPERB Nice Charles Stickley Settle w/ Cutout - W8407
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a superb C STICKLEY settee/ settle in good condition from 1910, great selection of quart sawn OAK, for your info, most people looking for this design of C Stickley and the a...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Cotton, Oak

Ebonized Arts Crafts Style Dining Chairs
Located in Sheffield, MA
Set of six vintage mahogany dining chairs including two armchairs and four side chairs. Newly re-upholstered in handsome black and white...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Seating

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Linen, Mahogany

Two Glasgow Style Arts Crafts Oak Armchairs a Single Matching Dining Chair
Located in London, GB
E A Taylor in the style of. Wylie and Lochhead of Glasgow. Two Arts & Crafts oak armchairs with crescent details to the top, an A-frame body and wonderfully shaped arms with subtly ...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Drip Bench in Elm – Handcrafted Wood Bench w/ Inlay Detailing and Carved Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
James Burial is an artist and furniture designer. He explores connection, loneliness, longing and otherness in his design and sculptural work. A California native, James now lives in...
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2010s British Arts and Crafts Seating

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Elm, Oak, Sapele Wood

Pair of Arts and Crafts Armchairs by Thorvald Jørgensen for Fritz Hansen 1910’s
Located in Valby, 84
Rare pair of Arts and Crafts armchairs crafted by the renowned designer Thorvald Jørgensen for Fritz Hansen. Constructed from high-quality beech wood, these chairs exude timeless ele...
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1910s Danish Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wool, Beech

L and J.G. Stickley Oak Arts Crafts Mission Bench
Located in Buffalo, NY
L and J.G. Stickley oak Arts & Crafts mission bench. Superior quality and construction with a solid oak frame and a loose cushioned seat. Measures: 51.75...
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1920s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

L. J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts Crafts Ladder Back Dining Chairs
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional set of five antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period ladder back dining chairs By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak frames, with upholstered ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

Medium Field Sofa By Madheke
Located in Gurugram, IN
The Field sofa captures the beauty of natural forms, inspired by the Dialogue collection’s exploration of organic shapes and landscapes. Its textured upholstery pairs elegantly with...
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2010s Indian Arts and Crafts Seating

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Stainless Steel, Metal

Arts Crafts Side or Bedroom Chair with Stylized Tulip Cut-Outs to the Back
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts rush seated side or bedroom chair probably made by Wylie and Lochhead with stylized tulip cut-outs to the back retaining it's original rush seat in great condition.
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20th Century British Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Pair of Glagow School Arts Crafts Oak Bedroom Side Chairs by E A Taylor
Located in Leicester, GB
We can ship directly to you - please contact us with your country & postcode for an accurate delivery price. Shipping to the US £400 in a custom made crate A stunning pair of Arts &...
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Early 20th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Arts Crafts Dark Oak Arm Chair
Located in Queens, NY
English Aesthetic Movement (Arts & Crafts) large dark oak stained arm chair with a triangular shape and geometric spindle and finial design on back and stretcher.
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Late 19th Century British Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood

Handmade Outdoor "Canoa" Armchair
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
"Canoa" armchair handmade by artisans in nylon and Guanacaste wood (Parota), ideal for roofed exteriors or even interiors. Canoa armchair can be used outside in covered areas.  
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2010s Mexican Arts and Crafts Seating

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Hardwood, Nylon

Eight Arts Crafts Glasgow Style High Back Oak Dining Chairs with Leather Seats
Located in London, GB
A set of eight Glasgow style high back oak dining chairs consisting of two armchairs and six singles with professionally re upholstered leather padded se...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Oak Arts Crafts Mission Rocking Chair, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts & Crafts Mission rocking chair. Striking American design from the 1900s. Quarter-sawn oak frame with two hand-carved monks in the back rest. The rocking cha...
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Anton Rosen bench in birch with horsehair upholstery, Denmark 1900’s
Located in Valby, 84
A rare and remarkable bench designed by celebrated Danish architect and designer Anton Rosen, crafted around 1905. This exquisite piece features a birchwood frame with elegant black-...
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Early 1900s Danish Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Fabric, Birch

Thonet, Salon Set, Austria, circa 1904
Located in PARIS, FR
Stamped and bearing the label THONET WIEN Armchairs – Height : 106 cm (41,7 in.) ; Width : 54,5 cm (21,5 in.) ; Depth : 55 cm (21,7 in.) Sofa – Height : 106 cm (41,7 in.) ; Length :...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Seating

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Metal

Shapland and Petter. A top quality Glasgow school oak Arts and Crafts hall chair
Located in London, GB
Shapland and Petter attributed, in the manner of M H Baillie Scott. A Glasgow School Arts and Crafts oak hall chair with stylized floral carving to the back.
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Danish Sculptural 3-Legged Artist/ Bar Swivel Chair Seat of Sheep Skin 1920s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish tripod height adjustable bar stool/desk stool/swivel stool made of solid dark stained wood with round seat upholstered with new sheepskin. Made ca 1920s by a Danish cabinetmak...
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Early 20th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Seating

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Metal

Antique Stickley Brothers Arm Chair, circa 1910 - W2198
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Antique STICKLEY Brothers Arm Chair, circa 1910 - W2198 This is an antique arm chair made by STICKL:EY BROTHER from CIRCA 1910. It is in good condition with no repairs or missing ...
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Early 1900s American Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

American Carved Solid Maple Spindle Back Side Chair or Desk Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous vintage Early American style carved solid maple desk chair, dining chair, or side chair USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 19"W x 19"D x 33.5"H. Seat Height: 16.75". Very good ...
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1970s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Maple

Original Danish Art and Craft chair in pine and beech with green carved decor.
Located in København K, 84
This original Danish Arts and Crafts chair, crafted circa 1895 from pine and beech, embodies the movement’s dedication to honest materials, fine craftsmanship, and expressive yet res...
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1890s Danish Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Beech, Pine

Ernest Gimson. A rare Cotswold school ebonised bobbin turned rush seat low chair
Located in London, GB
Ernest Gimson. A rare Cotswold school ebonised bobbin turned rush seat low chair, with turned finials and pegged at every joint and a newly laid rush seat. This chair has had new rus...
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1910s English Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Rush, Wood

Modern Luna Sofa Set ( 2 Three-Seaters 2 Armchairs)
Located in İnegöl, TR
This luxurious sofa set from Tinella Wood showcases exceptional craftsmanship, using beech wood for the frame, renowned for its strength and durability. T...
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2010s Arts and Crafts Seating

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Foam, Wood

Oversized Extra Wide Thick Bamboo Base Asian Style Lounge Chair Super Comfy MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oversized Extra Wide Thick Bamboo Base Asian Style Lounge Chair Super Comfy MINT
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20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Seating

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Bamboo

American Carved Cream Lacquered Solid Maple Spindle Back Side or Desk Chair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous vintage Early American style cream lacquered carved solid maple desk chair, dining chair, or side chair USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 19"W x 17.75"D x 33.5"H. Seat Height: ...
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1970s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Maple, Lacquer

C R Ashbee attr. An Arts Crafts oak ladder back armchair with re-rushed seat
Located in London, GB
Charles Robert Ashbee (attributed) for the Guild of Handicraft. An oak ladder back armchair with a professionally re-rushed seat. Seat Height: 43 cm Arm Height: 68 cm
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Seating

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Rush, Oak

Pair of Antique hand-carved armchairs in black lacquer, Italy 1920s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a pair of stunning hand-carved armchairs in black lacquer. It is designed in style of Carlo Bugatti, while it blends characteristics of several traditio...
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1920s Italian Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Fabric, Wood

L. J. G. Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts Crafts Ladder Back Armchair
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period club chair or armchair By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak frame, with upholstered seat. Measures:...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Upholstery, Oak

An Arts and Crafts oak armchair with stylized floral upright decoration
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts oak armchair with stylized floral upright decoration to the curvaceous back, the comfy seat has been professionally re-upholstered in quality green hide that will ...
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Mid Century Modernist Arm Chair set by Francis Jourdain, France 1940 s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Mid Century Modernist French Design Arm Chair set of 2 in the manner of Francis Jourdain. Made in France, 1940's / 50's period. Solid oak constructed frame with rush woven ba...
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1940s French Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Rush, Oak

J.M. Young Sons Antique Mission Oak Arts Crafts Rocker Rocking Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
J.M. Young & Sons Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Rocker Rocking Chair. Item features solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, original label, very nice antique item, quality...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts Crafts Sewing Rocking Chair, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission oak Arts & Crafts sewing rocker By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Solid quarter sawn oak, with tan leather seat. Measures: 17.25"W x 24.75"D x 31.25"H. Seat h...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

1900s Knaus Furniture Co Foot Stool Distressed Leather Oneida, NY
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Knaus Furniture Co Wood Foot Stool Distressed Leather Oneida, NY 9 tall x 12 x 12 Maker's brass label Knaus Furniture Mfg. Co Knaus Weisterwerk Furniture Oneida NY Preowned original ...
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1910s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Wood

Liberty Co, by William Birch. A Beech lattice back rush seat child s chair.
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co, by William Birch. An Arts and Crafts Beech lattice back rush seat childs chair
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Beech

Danish Artist made Arts and Crafts Chair, Denmark 1890’s
Located in Valby, 84
This remarkable Danish artist chair, dating from the 1890s, is crafted from ebonized wood and retains its original embossed leather upholstery, showcasing a perfect blend of craftsma...
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1890s Danish Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Wood

Three Arts and Crafts Adjustable Chairs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Three arts & crafts adjustable side chairs. Each chair (with back up in place) measure 16" wide, 18" deep and 37" high. Seat height is 18". With back down it's 28.5" high.
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1930s Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Wood

Arts Crafts Inlaid Oak Settle Possibly Commissioned by Sir Samuel Morton
Located in London, GB
An important unique Arts and Crafts inlaid oak settle possibly commissioned by Sir Samuel Morton Peto the great Victorian Industrialist and rail...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Mother-of-Pearl, Oak

Early 20th century Martin Nyrop Stool, for Copenhagen Town Hall, C. 1905
Located in Valby, 84
This beautifully crafted stool was designed by Danish architect Martin Nyrop (1849-1921) for Copenhagen City Hall around 1905. Made from solid pine with a distinctive sculptural form...
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Early 1900s Danish Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Pine

Set of 6 Arts and Crafts Dining Chairs This is a very handsome set
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Set of 6 Arts and Crafts Dining Chairs This is a very handsome set of Dining Chairs, 4 single dining chairs and two carvers The stylish Walnut frames have square tapering legs and ...
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1880s Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Walnut

Henry van de Velde Style of An Arts Crafts oak armchair original leather
Located in London, GB
Henry Van De Velde, in the style of, An impressive Arts & Crafts oak armchair finely made with the original leather. Measurements: Height at b...
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Early 1900s European Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

Pair Decorative Upholstery w/ Tassels Oval Benches Ottomans Foot Stools MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Decorative Upholstery w/ Tassels Oval Benches Ottomans Foot Stools MINT
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Seating

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Upholstery

Late 19th Century carved oak arts and crafts armchair
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Late 19th century carved oak arts and crafts armchair circa 1890. Shaped back rest with carved roundels and a central sunburst, link to the scrolled arms and turned supporting colum...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

George Montague Ellwood Arts Crafts Oak Sideboard 8 Matching Dining Chairs
Located in London, GB
George Montague Ellwood, made by Bath Cabinet Makers,. An Arts and Crafts oak sideboard and eight matching dining chairs The sideboard with elongated slatted sides with heart cut-ou...
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1890s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Oak Arts Crafts Art Nouveau High Back Armchair by H.P. Berlage, 1900s
By Hendrik Petrus Berlage
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau high back armchair. Design attributed to H.P. Berlage. Solid oak frame with stylish carved elements. Re-upholstered with brown faux ...
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Early 1900s Dutch Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Faux Leather, Oak

A set of four Arts and Crafts dining chairs with nicely carved floral decoration
Located in London, GB
A set of four Arts and Crafts dining chairs with nicely carved floral decoration to the head rails with slatted and circular details to th...
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Early 1900s Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Oak

William Birch. An Arts and Crafts Oak upholstered chair
Located in London, GB
William Birch An Arts and Crafts Oak upholstered chair.
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Early 1900s English Antique Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Vintage Arts Crafts Solid Oak Lawyer s Bench, Circa 1940s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Arts & Crafts solid oak banker or lawyer bench USA, Circa 1940s Measures: 52.75" W x 18.75" D x 35.5" H. Seat height 18"; Arm height 28.25". Very good original vint...
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1940s American Vintage Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Contemporary American White Oak Yellow Mistral Bar Stool with Copper Legs
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mistral bar stool is designed to bring fresh, modern, natural style to its environment. Polished copper and white American oak legs are combined with colorful fabrics.
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Seating

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Oak

Arts Crafts Style Pair of Oak and Leather "Safari" Lounge Chairs with Ottoman
Located in Lisse, NL
Remarkable set of chairs for creating a unique lounge area. If you are looking for rare and stylish furniture to upgrade your living space then this wonderful set of chairs with ottoman...
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Late 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Seating

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Leather, Wood

Arts And Crafts seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Arts and Crafts 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, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Arts and Crafts seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, United Kingdom, and England pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Merve Kahraman, Liberty Co., Hachi Collections, and William Birch. 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 $185 and tops out at $54,000 while the average work can sell for $2,478.