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American Craftsman Folk Art

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
Antique Leather Western Saddle Stirrup
Antique Leather Western Saddle Stirrup

Antique Leather Western Saddle Stirrup

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, antique leather western saddle stirrup. Leather covered metal saddle stirrup, circa 1940s.  

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1940s American Vintage American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Metal

Vintage MCM Abstract Figural Original Oil on Board
Vintage MCM Abstract Figural Original Oil on Board

Vintage MCM Abstract Figural Original Oil on Board

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fantastic Vintage original oil painting on board. A chic Abstract Figural graphic black and whites. A beautiful painted notched wood frame. Unsigned. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Masonite, Paint

Early 20th Century Korona Home Portrait Camera
Early 20th Century Korona Home Portrait Camera

Early 20th Century Korona Home Portrait Camera

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Korona Home Portrait Camera. It depicts a square wood camera body and base with square glass in the back and metal hardware. In the middle, there...

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Glass, Wood

Amazing Oversize Marble Game Table
Amazing Oversize Marble Game Table

Amazing Oversize Marble Game Table

$1,400Sale Price|20% Off

Amazing Oversize Marble Game Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is quite unusual and in wonderful neutral colors. The large oversize gameboard has a double black inner border. The custom-made iron base is very strong and sturdy. The conditio...

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Marble

Organic Wooden Sculpture, California, 1970's
Organic Wooden Sculpture, California, 1970's

Organic Wooden Sculpture, California, 1970's

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning carved wood organic abstract sculpture. by T. Clasen. California, 1970's.  

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1970s American Vintage American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Zabihi Collection American Hooked Accent Size Rug
Zabihi Collection American Hooked Accent Size Rug

Zabihi Collection American Hooked Accent Size Rug

Located in New York, NY

Description An American hooked accent-size rug from the 2nd quarter of the 20th century Details rug no. j3607 size 4' 4" x 5' 9" (132 x 175 cm)

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Jute

Hand Carved Wooden Eagle Wall Sculpture
Hand Carved Wooden Eagle Wall Sculpture

Hand Carved Wooden Eagle Wall Sculpture

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Great vintage hand carved Eagle. Piece is carved both front and back. This piece is even better in person.

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1960s American Vintage American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Walnut

Nude Theme and Roses Straight Razor, Germany 1905
Nude Theme and Roses Straight Razor, Germany 1905

Nude Theme and Roses Straight Razor, Germany 1905

Located in Incline Village, NV

Highly desirable barber shop collectible item consisting of a German straight edge razor with a molded cream, red, and green colored celluloid hand...

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Early 1900s German Antique American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Steel

American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard
American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard

American 19th Century Painted Folk Art Marriage Chest and Hanging Cupboard

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

American 19th century painted Folk Art marriage chest and hanging cupboard A very rare and unusual American painted Folk Art Marriage chest and hanging cupboard, the cupboard has ...

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Early 19th Century North American Antique American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Pine

Rare 1918 C.W. Parker Hand-Carved American Carousel Horse.
Rare 1918 C.W. Parker Hand-Carved American Carousel Horse.

Rare 1918 C.W. Parker Hand-Carved American Carousel Horse.

By Charles Looff Or C.W. Parker

Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR

Charles Wallace Parker Carousel horse, "Stargazer" model, carved wood. Used condition: missing tail, crack at the neck, and old paint touch-ups. Mounted on a wood and metal base. ...

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Turned Wood Bottle in Rosewood Assembled in Three Pieces
Turned Wood Bottle in Rosewood Assembled in Three Pieces

Turned Wood Bottle in Rosewood Assembled in Three Pieces

Located in Ferndale, MI

Fine example of wood turning. Three sections of turned rosewood put together to form a wine bottle. I believe this to be early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Rosewood

Very Large Rare "Uncle Sam" Tramp Art Buffet
Very Large Rare "Uncle Sam" Tramp Art Buffet

Very Large Rare "Uncle Sam" Tramp Art Buffet

By Hermitage des Artistes

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Uncle Sam Tramp Art buffet. The back is a curtain of stars, with Uncle Sam's stove top hat. The front comes to a corner, with an eagle head on both sides, flanked by stars; 44" W x 28" D x 67" H. Solid and incredibly carved. Tramp Art of this size is not easy to come by! Tramp art is a style of woodworking which emerged in America the latter half of the nineteenth century. Some of tramp art's defining characteristics include chip or notch carving, the reclaimation of cheap or available wood such as that from cigar boxes and shipping crates, the use of simple tools such as penknives, and the layering of materials into geometric shapes through glue or nails. Period: After 1950 Origin: New York Size: 44" x 28" x 67" Tramp Art Carvings Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source. Special collections Tramp Art Tramp Art antiquities carvings depression hobo art stars eagles flags...

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1950s American Vintage American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Original Abstract Oil Portrait on Crate Signed Roland
Contemporary Original Abstract Oil Portrait on Crate Signed Roland

Contemporary Original Abstract Oil Portrait on Crate Signed Roland

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Striking Contemporary abstract oil portrait. A brilliant composition painted on a wooden box. Signed by the artist Roland. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

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Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Paint

19th Century Oil by M.C. (Malcolm) Waite "The Mary Ann"
19th Century Oil by M.C. (Malcolm) Waite "The Mary Ann"

19th Century Oil by M.C. (Malcolm) Waite "The Mary Ann"

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

19th Century Oil by M.C. (Malcolm) Waite "The Mary Ann". Gorgeous piece, see detailed photos. Contact us for more information.

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19th Century American Antique American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Canvas, Paint

Antique Double Sided Wood Advertising Sign
Antique Double Sided Wood Advertising Sign

Antique Double Sided Wood Advertising Sign

Located in San Francisco, CA

Fabulous antique grocery sign, which is double-sided and hand painted. This piece came from a barn in Washington state and is in great shape for its age. It measures 18 inches high b...

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Folk Art Hand Made Simplex 1909 Model Car in Copper and Brass 1940s
Folk Art Hand Made Simplex 1909 Model Car in Copper and Brass 1940s

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 Folk Art

Materials

Brass, Copper

Early 20C Mounted Duck Decoy Heads 2
Early 20C Mounted Duck Decoy Heads 2

Early 20C Mounted Duck Decoy Heads 2

Located in Dallas, TX

Presenting a lovely early 20c mounted duck decoy heads 2. This consists of 5 Duck Decoy heads from circa 1920 mounted on a wooden plinth. This piece came from a wealthy estate in Dallas, TX with the mansion being built by a stockbroker in 1929. He was an avid ‘duck hunter...

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Glass, Wood

Rustic Carved Wood Bird Sculpture on Stand, American Craftsman, USA
Rustic Carved Wood Bird Sculpture on Stand, American Craftsman, USA

Rustic Carved Wood Bird Sculpture on Stand, American Craftsman, USA

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Rustic Carved Wood Bird on Stand " A very nice rustic carved bird on rustic stand. Dark wood with "reddish" highlights. Partial label on the bottom."

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Hardwood

1935-1940 Mounted American Hand-Hooked Rug with Indian Pattern Design
1935-1940 Mounted American Hand-Hooked Rug with Indian Pattern Design

1935-1940 Mounted American Hand-Hooked Rug with Indian Pattern Design

Located in Los Angeles, CA

American hand-hooked rug with Indian design pattern on a stretch frame sewn on black linen. Wonderful geometric pattern, great condition. Found in the mid-west.

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1930s American Vintage American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Wool, Cotton

American Arts & Crafts Framed Silk Embroidery of Two Dogs
American Arts & Crafts Framed Silk Embroidery of Two Dogs

American Arts & Crafts Framed Silk Embroidery of Two Dogs

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

Presumed to having its origins in the United States and done in the Arts & Crafts period, this extremely intricate and realistic depiction of two hound dogs bridled together is done ...

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Early 19th Century American Antique American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Silk

Oversize Wooden Bowl in Walnut Branded Parrish
Oversize Wooden Bowl in Walnut Branded Parrish

Oversize Wooden Bowl in Walnut Branded Parrish

Located in Ferndale, MI

Large bowl with light sap wood and dark edges. Excellent accent for modern design interiors. Flowers gourds glass objects all show well in this organic form.

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Collection of Twelve Antique Miniatures Sad Iron/Flat Cast Iron
Collection of Twelve Antique Miniatures Sad Iron/Flat Cast Iron

Collection of Twelve Antique Miniatures Sad Iron/Flat Cast Iron

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a collection of twelve antique miniatures sad irons/flat cast irons. Some of them are identified by numbers ( 0, 1 and 2). Another ones are hallmark...

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Late 19th Century American Antique American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Iron

Antique Hand-Carved Hardwood Figural Confederate Soldier Styled Smoking Pipe
Antique Hand-Carved Hardwood Figural Confederate Soldier Styled Smoking Pipe

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 Folk Art

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage U.S. WWII Era Boeing PT-17 Stearman Wood Propeller
Vintage U.S. WWII Era Boeing PT-17 Stearman Wood Propeller

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 Folk Art

Materials

Wood

Oversized Solid Mahogany Craftsman Finial Ornament
Oversized Solid Mahogany Craftsman Finial Ornament

Oversized Solid Mahogany Craftsman Finial Ornament

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Impressively large, craftsman-made, solid mahogany, finial-shaped ornament or architectural object features a wonderful wood grain throughout.

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage MCM Abstract Cubist Cityscape Signed Original Oil on Canvas
Vintage MCM Abstract Cubist Cityscape Signed Original Oil on Canvas

Vintage MCM Abstract Cubist Cityscape Signed Original Oil on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking vintage MCM original oil on canvas. A chic Abstract Cubist composition in dark rich colors. Signed by the artist. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

Contemporary Original Oil Painting Signed Porkchop
Contemporary Original Oil Painting Signed Porkchop

Contemporary Original Oil Painting Signed Porkchop

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fantastic contemporary original oil painting Titled “Carmen”. A bright and colorful mixed media by the artist Michael Lavalee also known as Porkchop. Hand painted frame and signed on...

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Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Folk Art

Materials

Paint

American Craftsman folk art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique American Craftsman folk art 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 folk art created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include folk art, decorative objects, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used American Craftsman folk art made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original folk art, popular names associated with this style include Micheal Rozell, Gordon & Jane Martz, Hennecke, and Hermitage des Artistes. 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 folk art differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $20,000 while the average work can sell for $1,450.