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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Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Fireplace with Its Original Cast Iron Over Mantel Mirror
By Thomas Elsley, Charles Voysey
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts cast iron fireplace in the style of C F A Voysey, still retaining its original matching cast iron arched over mantle mirror with a central single stylised flower h...
Iron
Large Carved Mahogany Overmantel Mirror, Arts and Crafts Style, 1980
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A superb large carved mahogany overmantel mirror This is a striking piece it has a rectangular shape carved with entwined leaves and swags carved on both sides and over the top T...
Mahogany
Contemporary Handcrafted American White Oak Yellow Pontiac Hexagon Mirror
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pontiac mirrors are inspired by American Indian tribes. Hexagon version has vibrant colors combined with American white oak and golden tinted mirror. Pa...
Mirror
Contemporary Handcrafted and Upholstered American Walnut Pontiac Hexagon Mirror
Located in Istanbul, TR
The new edition of Pontiac Hexagon is framed with geometrical patterned maharam fabric which is combined with American walnut and golden tinted mirror. Upholstery has been cut symmet...
Mirror
A Large Arts and Crafts Carved Oak Overmantel or Wall Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Large Arts and Crafts Carved Oak Overmantel or Wall Mirror This is a very Large Mirror the Frame has a carved decoration at the top and on the sides, the carving is in the Celtic ...
Oak
A Large Arts and Crafts 19th Century Light Oak Over Mantle Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Large Arts and Crafts 19th Century Light Oak Over Mantle Mirror This is a Striking piece it has a rectangular shape with a wide cornice at the top with carving at the top and...
Oak
Amazing and Stylish Italian Hand Crafted Bronze Wall Mirror w. Flower Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Large size and top quality bronze framed mirror in the Arts & Crafts (Jugendstil Style). Over the years we have sold a number of great quality and unique mirrors and this fine speci...
Bronze
1950s John Stuart Arts & Crafts Style Walnut Mirrors
Located in Southampton, NJ
A scarcely seen pair of early 1950s John Stuart Inc. walnut mirrors. Suitable for various interior mixings including Arts & Crafts, Mid Century and Modern settings. Marvelous symmet...
Mirror, Walnut
Contemporary Handcrafted Pontiac Triangle Mirror with Paul Smith Upholstery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pontiac mirrors are inspired by American Indian tribes. This first version has a more masculine tone to it with simple and strong colors and darker wood...
Mirror
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Back Bar with Leaded Glass Cornucopia C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts bar back offers mahogany construction with shaped crown having central carved fruit and nut medallion flanked by leaded stained and slag glass panels with cornu...
Lead
A Large Carved Oak Wall Mirror The wide Oak Mirror Frame is Beautifully Carved
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Large Carved Oak Wall Mirror The wide Oak Mirror Frame is Beautifully Carved it has deep flower like roundels along the top and both the sides are carved with a classical urn fil...
Oak
Contemporary Iris Rainbow Mirror with Kvadrat Upholstery
Located in Istanbul, TR
In Greek mythology, Iris is the personification of the rainbow and messenger of the gods. Inspired by this rainbow, it is a combination of layers and intentions. This minimal and ele...
Mirror
Contemporary Murano Cobalt Blue Glass Mirror, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary Murano cobalt blue glass framed mirror, in stock Mirror plate surrounded with undulating glass tiles in cobalt blue color held by brass...
Brass
$1,444Sale Price|44% Off
H 37.41 in W 28.35 in D 4.73 in
Antique Large Fine Quality Early 19th Century Gilt Overmantel or Wall Mirror
Located in Wisbech, England
Antique large fine quality early 19th century gilt overmantel or wall mirror. A very decorative statement piece, with a great look. A charming mirror, that is full of age and char...
Giltwood
$4,300
H 63 in W 44 in D 4 in
Antique French Trumeau Mirror Mantel Pier Mirror Rectangular Oak LARGE 19th C
Located in Tyler, TX
GORGEOUS Antique French Trumeau Rectangular Carved Oak Mantel Pier Mirror Popular classic French hanging wall mirror~~beautifully carved with rolled edges and with wood back~~perfect for a fireplace mantel, entry hall, living area, study, office, library, bedroom, dressing area, powder room or just about any room in your home or office Frame is 63" tall x 44" wide x 4" deep Mirror is 35.5" tall x 32.5" wide~~1" bevel Solid and sturdy~~rich oak patina~~dress up your home or office with this superb mirror! Please check out our large selection of antique framed mirrors~~always high quality~~find the right size and style to fit your home and decor...
Mirror, Oak
American Chippendale Style Mahogany Mirror, Early 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A classic American Chippendale style mahogany mirror with aged glass mirror and gilt detail. American, early 19th century.
Mirror, Mahogany
Handcrafted English Oak Mirror
Located in London, GB
Large handcrafted ‘furrow’ English oak framed mirror. Designed and handcrafted using traditional cabinetry techniques in finest quartersawn English oak. Hand finished in durable natu...
Oak
Federal Gilt Over Mantle Mirror
Located in East Aurora, NY
A very attractive Federal gilt over mantle mirror in original condition. A classic traditional Neo Classical design with rope twist columns and a continuous row of gilt spheres as c...
Gold Leaf
$2,732 / item
H 47.25 in W 21.66 in D 0.95 in
Handcrafted Mid Century Freeform Mirror with Brass Frame, Vintage N.5
Located in London, London
Mid century style wall mirror with a minimalist solid brushed brass frame. Handcrafted and designed in London, UK. This mirror is fully customisable. Mirror dimensions: H 120cm x W ...
Brass
$2,911 / item
H 34.77 in W 22.01 in D 0.95 in
Art Deco Inspired Mirror with Handcrafted Decorative Brass Frame, Vintage N.1
Located in London, London
Vintage N.1 Exquisite mirror with a minimalist brass frame and handcrafted curly decorative brass detail. Made in London, UK, to very high quality standards using pure solid brass. ...
Brass
$18,450
H 59.25 in W 82 in D 4 in
Large French Louis XV Style Belle Epoque Giltwood Carved Overmantel Mirror Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Large French Louis XV Style 'Belle Époque' ornately carved giltwood overmantel mirror frame. The intricately carved frame is crowned with a floral-leaf arrangement, featuring pierc...
Mirror, Giltwood
Handcrafted Furrow Mirror by SUM Furniture in Quartersawn Oak
Located in London, GB
The handcrafted “Furrow” mirror is a bold and sculptural statement piece, designed and handmade in England using traditional techniques and the finest quartersawn English oak. Archit...
Oak
Venetian Overmantel Mirror
Located in Hudson, NY
An arched-top Venetian overmantel mirror with amber glass accents. Amber glass is more the color of that in the lighter photos. the over height is 3...
Mirror
Rupert Bevan Art Deco Overmantel Mirror - Large
By Rupert Bevan
Located in London, GB
A signature piece for Rupert Bevan, our elegant Art Deco Overmantel Mirror features a patinated brass angle frame with lightly antiqued mirror glass panels...
Brass
Rustic Arts and Crafts Hand Carved Mirror
Located in Sheffield, MA
A wonderful and rare Arts and Crafts mirror of its period, handcrafted with fine carved detail and an extra wide frame giving it added interest and character. The rustic feel of the...
Mirror, Wood
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H 39 in W 42.1 in D 5.6 in
Pure Arts & Crafts Wooden Wall / Fireplace Mirror w. Amazing Hand Carved Plants
Located in Lisse, NL
Perfect size and truly artistic antique wall mirror. If you are looking for unique, TOP quality Arts & Crafts antiques to grace your living space then this one of a kind mirror ...
Wood, Oak, Mirror
Mid-20th Century Hand Painted Frame Decorative Wall Mirror
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid-20th century hand painted and gilt wood frame decorative hanging wall mirror. The wall mirror is in great condition with minor wear appropriate to age / use. It measures 47 inche...
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Mirror by the Rowley Gallery circa 1910
By Rowley Gallery
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Arts & Craft's mirror designed by William Chase and Albert James Rowley, produced by the Rowley Gallery. An inlaid wood panel depicting on the left side a group of girls...
Mirror, Wood
Carved Mirror Depicting Three Squirrels
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Hand carved mirror depicting 3 squirrels, 1 squirrel on top and other 2 on the left and right hand portions of frame. The inner frame has a scalloped design. We added a new beveled...
Glass, Wood
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H 38.5 in W 30.4 in D 3 in
Arts & Crafts Nutwood Wall or Fireplace Mirror with Amazing Hand Carved Roses
Located in Lisse, NL
Perfect size and truly artistic antique wall mirror. If you are looking for unique, top quality Arts & Crafts antiques to grace your living space then this one of a kind mirror co...
Mirror, Nutwood
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H 23.5 in W 32.75 in D 1.5 in
Antique English Mirror Barley Twist Posts Jacobean Oak Beveled Mirror 1930s
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautiful antique English oak Jacobean style framed beveled wall mirror with carved crown and barley twist posts~~c. 1930s Popular Jacobean style English framed oak beveled mirror...
Mirror, Oak
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H 28.3 in W 40.5 in D 1 in
Large Embossed Arts & Crafts Copper Wall Mirror with Stylized Nymph Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Exceptional design and meaningful wall mirror. This sizeable and unique wall mirror comes with perfectly embossed, stylized nymph sculptures on either...
Copper
Victorian Arched Oak Over Mantle Mirror
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian arched oak over mantle mirror A lovely Victorian oak over mantle mirror This is a charming piece, the arched frame is slightly curve...
Oak
Large Tramp Art Mirror, Circa 1920
Located in Stamford, CT
An extremely large tramp art mirror 70" high x 40" wide! A bit about Tramp Art- Although widespread use of wooden cigar boxes in the 1850's spar...
Wood
Tramp Art, "Crown of Thorns" Mirror
Located in Stamford, CT
A early to mid-20th century Tramp art mirror. Known as a "crown of thorns" style mirror because it is made of hundreds of two inch pieces of wood that ...
Pine
1950s John Stuart Arts & Crafts Style Walnut Mirrors
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of early 1950s John Stuart Inc. walnut mirrors of striking Arts & Crafts as well as Modern design elements. Generously sized at 54" in height with original John Stuart tags in...
Mirror, Walnut