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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Pair of arts and crafts 19th century brass candlesticks
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of arts and crafts 19th century brass candlesticks circa 1890. Good quality pair of tall table or fireside candlesticks made in solid brass. Elegant pair with the added featur...
Brass
Robert Jarvie Style Antique Arts & Crafts Turned Brass Tall Candlesticks, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of antique Arts & Crafts period tall turned brass candlesticks In the manner of Robert Jarvie USA, Early 20th Century Each measures: 5"W x 5"D x 15"H. Good origin...
Brass
Rare & Sturdy Pair of Brutalist Forged Wrought Iron Candlesticks / Candleholders
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and very strong pair of timeless candle sticks. If you are looking for beautiful Arts & Crafts antiques to grace your living space then this hand-crafted and timeless pair c...
Wrought Iron
Rare pair of candlesticks by Danish sculpture and silversmith Just Andersen 1920
Located in København K, 84
This rare pair of Arts and Crafts candlesticks, crafted by renowned Danish sculptor and silversmith Just Andersen in the 1920s, exemplifies the unique blend of artistry and craftsman...
Metal
Brass Candlesticks by Margaret Gilmour, Arts & Crafts, Circa 1900
By Margaret Gilmour
Located in Lincoln, GB
A Rare Pair of Brass Candlesticks, Attributed to the Margaret Gilmour School Early 20th Century This striking pair of brass candlesticks is attributed to the Margaret Gilmour School,...
Brass
Dryad of Leicester. A pair of silver plated on brass candlesticks.
By Dryad
Located in London, GB
Dryad of Leicester. A pair of Arts and Crafts silver plated on brass candlesticks. Price for the pair.
Silver Plate
Pair Antique Cold Painted Vienna Bronze Horse Sculptures Candlesticks Bergmann
Located in Lisse, NL
Practical size, antique bronze and brass candleholders Attr. Bergmann,i for horse lovers. If you are looking for one of a kind antiques to create the perfect atmosphere at home or i...
Bronze, Brass
Dryad of Leicester. An Arts and Crafts brass candlestick.
By Dryad
Located in London, GB
Dryad of Leicester. An Arts and Crafts brass candlestick.
Brass
Benedict Studios Arts & Crafts Bronze Candlesticks, Circa 1910
By Roycroft
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Arts & Crafts period bronze candlesticks with emblems of classical Greek figures. By Benedict Studios (each signed to the underside) USA, Circa 1910 Each measur...
Bronze
Van Briggle Arts & Crafts Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Candlesticks, Pair
By Van Briggle
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Arts & Crafts period turquoise glazed ceramic art pottery candlesticks with tulip motif By Van Briggle (signed to the underside) USA, Early 20th Century Each me...
Ceramic, Pottery
A pair of Scottish School Arts & Crafts brass candlesticks w circular drip trays
Located in London, GB
A pair of Scottish School Arts and Crafts brass candlesticks with large circular drip trays and sinuous handles decorated with fine ...
Brass
Benham and Froud London. A pair of Arts and Crafts copper night candle holders
Located in London, GB
Benham and Froud London. A pair of Arts and Crafts copper night candle holders, with hand formed floral decoration to the square bases, and extended scroll work handles. Both stamped...
Copper
Arts & Crafts Copper and Brass Candleholder, circa 1900s
Located in Verviers, BE
Arts and Crafts copper and brass candlestick Germany. The base, handle and drip tray are constructed of copper and the upright candle holder is in brass. with a distintive concave c...
Brass, Copper
WAS Benson. A pair of Arts and Crafts brass and copper candlesticks
By Was Benson
Located in London, GB
W A S Benson. A pair of Arts and Crafts copper and brass candlesticks. Price for the pair.
Copper
Edward Barnsley, a Pair of Arts & Crafts Oak Candlesticks with Spider Web Bases
Located in London, GB
Edward Barnsley stamped signature to the base. A pair of Arts & Crafts oak candlesticks with brass drip-trays, octagonal stems and spider web style bases.
Oak
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Balkan Handmade Candle Holder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
folklore candle holder for the Slava San-it Nicholas it is a arte povera style candle holder.
Wood
A pair of 1920s Spanish ecclesiastical gilt wrought iron candle sticks
Located in London, GB
A pair of 1920s Spanish ecclesiastical gilt wrought iron candle sticks, each with ornate barley twist stem, scrolling and turned feet. OrigIn: Spai...
Wrought Iron
19th Century UK Brass Candlesticks Featuring Gnomes and Dwarves
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of English Arts and Crafts brass candlesticks with tiered base and baluster stem embellished with gnomes at work over dwarves guarding the arches of castle turret bearing a circ...
Brass
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Large Arts & Crafts Brass Mission Candlestick by Vincent C1915
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique oversized Mission style candle stick by Vincent Manufacturing, Cleveland, OH C1915 Measures - 17"H x 8"Diam This oversized candlestick is a fine example of the Arts and ...
Brass
Glitch #02. From the series Glitch
By Yongwon Noh
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The Glitch series is a contemporary reimagining of Goryeo celadon aesthetics, where the vase serves as a canvas for the vibrant fragmentation akin to digital glitches, embodying the ...
Ceramic
Glitch #01. From the series Glitch
By Yongwon Noh
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The Glitch series is a contemporary reimagining of Goryeo celadon aesthetics, where the vase serves as a canvas for the vibrant fragmentation akin to digital glitches, embodying the ...
Ceramic
Ram's Horn and Silver Candle Stick Holder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Candle stick holder made of ram's horn with silver base and candle cup. This is a vintage piece with good character and holds a standard size tape...
Silver Plate
Pair, Arts & Crafts Trophy Urn Form Carved Wood Candlesticks Circa 1910
Located in Atlanta, GA
Likely American, circa 1910. A pair of carved wood possibly oak or walnut candlesticks in the form of trophy urns. Unmarked.
Oak
Pair of Large English Arts and Crafts Oak Candlesticks – 22.5" Tall
Located in Morristown, NJ
Early 20th C. England. This impressive pair of oak candlesticks beautifully embodies the timeless elegance of the English Arts and Crafts movement. Solid oak with a warm, rich pati...
Brass
Italian Metal Candlesticks, Contemporary Design - set of 6 candleholder in stock
By FEDERICA PAOLI, CASPAL
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Set of 6 Italian Metal Candlesticks – Contemporary Sculptural Candle Holders available in stock This set of 6 polished metal candlesticks is a contemporary Italian collection crafte...
Silver, Silver Plate, Brass
Italian Polished Metal Candle Holders, Contemporary Design -set of 6 candelabras
By FEDERICA PAOLI, CASPAL
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Set of 6 Italian Metal Candlesticks – Contemporary Sculptural Candle Holders This set of 6 polished metal candlesticks is a contemporary Italian collection crafted with a sleek scul...
Silver, Silver Plate, Brass
Set of Four Antique Beehive Candle Holders, Arts and Crafts Style
Located in Lincoln, GB
These exquisite Arts and Crafts Beehive Design Candle Holders are a perfect addition to any home. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these candle holders showcase a unique ...
Brass
Vintage Antler Candle Holders, Arts and Crafts Style, Marble Base, USA
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular pair of tall candle holders made of real antlers, in good condition. Each has four candle holder cups made of bronze and nickel finish. These amazing candle holders are r...
Antler
Tall Arts and Crafts Brass Candle Stick This is a large candle stick
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Tall Arts and Crafts Brass Candle Stick This is a large candle stick, it is 16” high and made in brass it dates from about 1890 The Candle Stick is 16” high, the diameter of the b...
Brass
Guild of Handicrafts - Very Tall Pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks - 1976
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1976 by Guild of Handicrafts, this very stylish pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are in the Arts & Crafts taste, with a hand planished finish. Each c...
Sterling Silver
Hand-Hammered Brass Candleholder, Arts & Crafts
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Hand-hammered brass candleholder. Arts & Crafts. Measures: H 45, W 15 (base), D 11.5 cm (top).
Brass
Arts & Crafts Period Sterling Silver Candlesticks With Rivet Detailing from 1904
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1904 by Henry Wigfull, this wonderful pair of Edwardian, antique, sterling silver candlesticks are the height of Arts & Crafts style. They are simplistic i...
Sterling Silver
Pair of Arts and Crafts Brass Candelabras, Gothic Design, 1910
Located in Montreal, QC
This unusual pair combine an Arts & Crafts sensibility with a Gothic twist. Each tapering central spire supports a pair of pierced hexagonal open candleholders. The round base is tur...
Brass
Hand Turned Spalted Birch Bubble Candlestick Holder by Evan Segota
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand crafted candlestick in spalted birch by local Los Angeles artist Evan Segota. The candle holder features a bubble shape and inset brass cup. Evan Seg...
Brass
$488Sale Price|20% Off
Pair of 1920s Arts and Crafts Pewter Candle Holders by Just Andersen, Denmark
Located in London, GB
A pair of 1920s Arts and Crafts pewter candle holders designed by Just Andersen, Denmark. The candle holders are in good vintage condition and ma...
Pewter
Cloud Candelabra by Evan Segota
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand crafted candelabra by local Los Angeles artist Evan Segota in white ash. This playful piece resembles a cloud with a teardrop bowtie on one side. The ...
Ash