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.
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...
Horn
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
Wood
Antique Craftsman Quarter Sawn Oak Dining or Single Desk Chair Upholstered Seat
Located in Monrovia, CA
This Is An Antique Craftsman Quarter Sawn Oak Or Tiger Oak Wood Single Dining Chair or Single Desk Chair With An Upholstered Black Vinyl Seat. The Tiger...
Upholstery, Wood, Oak
$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...
Marble
Studio Ceramic Vessel by Brother Thomas Bezanson
Located in Atlanta, GA
A ceramic vessel in the form of a footed bowl or chalice, studio crafted by Brother Thomas Bezanson (1929-2007) circa 1970s. Covered in a brill...
Ceramic
Massive George Wells Hooked Rug
Located in San Francisco, CA
Massive George Wells hooked wool rug with blue ribbon and floral border. Rug has been professionally cleaned, but a few minor stains remain visible. These may be able to be removed...
Wool
Modern Farmhouse, Windsor Style Chair in Walnut by Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, AB
A contemporary take on the classic Windsor chair. Hand-turned spindles feature wedged, mortice and tenon joinery for strength and aesthetic appeal, an heirloom-quality piece. Chai...
Wood
$1,880Sale Price|20% Off
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...
Glass, Wood
Jacquard Woven American Coverlet 19th C.
By K. M. Seifert & Co.
Located in Istanbul, TR
American coverlets are woven bed coverings that have a rich history in the United States. They were widely popular from the late 18th century through...
Wool
American Studio Craft Architectural Bench or Stool by David N Ebner 1992
By David N. Ebner, David Ebner
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...
Metal
Flushmount Texas Lightsmith Style Mica Vintage Drum Fixture - One Pendant
Located in Lomita, CA
Texas Lightsmith Style and Craftsmanship A combination of light and warmth combine to make this flushmount Mica shade drum fixture in wrought iron a great choice for a number of sett...
Wrought Iron
Phillip Lloyd Powell Pair of Solid Black Walnut Side Tables, Hand Carved 1960's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of side tables were crafted by Phillip Lloyd Powell, circa 1960's. It is likely that the tables were commissioned as mates showing relatively similar shape and dimensions. ...
Walnut
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...
Wood, Oak
Unusual Hand Carved Folk Art Cylinder Bar / Storage, Modernist, Tiki Craftsman
By Witco
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual hand carved. Folk Art cylinder bar / storage, modernist, tiki craftsman, wonderful scale and patina. End table, stand, pedistal. Charming little d...
Walnut
Arthur Espenet Wooden Box 1961
Located in Chicago, IL
Arthur Espenet Carpenter Exotic Walnut Box, 1961 A finely crafted wooden box by celebrated California studio furniture maker Arthur Espenet Carpenter, dated 1961. Made from richly fi...
Brass
Javi Dining Table in Reclaimed Pine, Built to Order by Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This reclaimed pine dining table is seen here in a 66" diameter however it can be built in any size. Because each table is bench-made in our own Los Angeles workshop you can influen...
Reclaimed Wood
Early 20th Century Hammered Iron and Wire Mesh Trifold Fireplace Screen
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Hammered Iron and Wire Mesh Trifold Fireplace Screen Measures 56" in width fully open, 30" in width folded 34" in height.
Iron, Wire
Antique American Sterling Silver Tazza Compote Wallace & Son Grand Baroque 1925
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique American sterling silver tazza or compote by R. Wallace & Son Silversmiths, circa 1925. The circular tazza with a shallow bowl with scrolled baroque repousse decoratio...
Sterling Silver
American Studio Craft Zebra Wood & Iron Table Base - Console / Desk / Dining
Located in Rochester, NY
A one of a kind custom made American studio craft table base w/ well figured exotic zebra wood zig zag ends joined by a hand wrought curled iron rod stretcher. Measures 29" h x 65" ...
Iron
Pillowcase Made from a 19th C. American Linen Coverlet
Located in Istanbul, TR
Jacquard Coverlets occupy an important place in American material culture. They were used as bed covers , and they are reversible. Pillowcase does not come with an insert. Linen in ...
Linen
$269Sale Price / item|20% Off
White Oak Wood Ice Bucket with Black Patina Steel Hardware and Stainless Insert
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our solid wood ice bucket is hand-crafted with solid white oak from Birmingham's urban forest. Modern geometric barware strikes a clean line on your counter. Store ice for cocktails or keep a bottle of your favorite white wine cool and crisp for maximum enjoyment. Urban wood means it's eco-friendly. Natural wood grain is complimented by an American-made stainless steel handle. Expert craftsmanship means it built to become tomorrow's heirloom. This oak ice bucket...
Steel
$832Sale Price|30% Off
Mid Century Maple Rocking Chair with Spindle Back
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century rocking chair features solid maple construction, original maple finish, high back design with rounded spindles, and uniquely shaped arm rests. Dimensions: 23.5w 31d...
Maple
Brooklyn Bridge, New York 1997 by New York photographer Leonard Lewis, Framed.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Circular Fisheye View of Brooklyn Bridge, New York 1997 by New York photographer Leonard Lewis (b.1962). A large format framed sepia toned photograph of a night view of the midpoint ...
Plexiglass, Wood
Michael Elkan Box in Live Edge Maple Burl American Craft Movement 1980s
Located in Meer, VAN
Michael Elkan Box in Live Edge Maple Burl American Craft Movement 1980s This is a truly wonderful trinket or jewelry box in maple burl made by renowned American Craft Movement wood ...
Maple, Burl
Live Edge Walnut Table Hand Cast Black Steel Pedestal Base by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our Live Edge Walnut Table features the beautiful "live edge" curving contour of a tree's natural profile. Each slab will be different. Shown an...
Iron
Cased Ship Model of the Fishing Schooner "Bluenose“ Nova Scotia
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Finely crafted and minutely detailed two masted schooner in wood with a black painted hull and with string rigging, anchors, hatches, boats, barrels and some fine chains. The Scale i...
Wood
Antique American Bamboo Folding Magazine Rack
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Antique American bamboo folding magazine rack circa 1900, constructed with two folding sides with copper ends and secured with a chain to main ba...
Bamboo
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...
Rush, Wood
Handcrafted Solid Wood FIJN Dining Chair by Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, AB
The FIJN chair is a contemporary chair featuring faceted Walnut mindfully sculpted into an ergonomic shell. Joinery is visible and robust, a solid yet playful design built to last generations...
Wood
$1,800 / set
Hand Turned Burl Maple Lamps, Mel
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American Craft hand lathed burl maple lamps on bronze disc bases. Rewired for use in the USA. utilizes up to 100w Edison type bulbs.
Wood
Large Late 19th Century "Marbelized" Painted Oak Fire Surround
Located in Incline Village, NV
American hardwood fire surround is nicely carved, with floral decor, raised relief and a pair of fluted ionic columns on each side beneath the mantel. The finish has been "marbelized...
Wood
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Unusual Michael Elkan Studio Box Birdseye Burl
Located in New York, NY
Unusual tall form on arched leg base, with removable top. Fine original condition, studio made American Craft box.
Burl, Wood
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...
Suede, Wood
Early 20th C. Philadelphia Haberdashery Collar Display Case
Located in Dekalb, IL
An early showcase for men's collars. This showcase was created for Charles C. Geissler, who's shop resided at 64 N. 4th Street in Philadelphia, PA. The top and sides are solid temper...
Glass, Wood
$1,850 / item
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...
Wood
Hand Hammered & Polished Copper Candlesticks by Hessel Studios California
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous simple and elegant arts & crafts style hand hammered copper candlestick holder made by Hessel Studios in San Rafael California. Tall sinewy...
Copper
Custom Carina Dining Table made from Flat Sawn Oak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rustic oak dining table is seen here in 144" x 48" x 30", but it can be made in any size; we also offer an expandable version. Because each table is bench-made in our own Los ...
Oak
Solid Ash & Cow Hide Karve Counter Stools, Set of Four
Located in Calgary, AB
Karve counter stools in blackened Ash with black & white cowhide upholstery. A classic design, elegant and lightweight in form, handcrafted to last generations. This set of four counter stools...
Hardwood, Cowhide, Ash
Round Wood and Bronze 32" Round Coffee Table in Walnut by Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Inspired by Japanese shou sugi ban finishes, that we use on our hyo table and beam bench. We developed our own decorative hardware to enhance the beauty and function to start a new l...
Bronze
Solid Wood Karve Dining Chair in Black Ash by Möbius Objects
Located in Calgary, AB
The solid wood Karve chair features soft curves and a contoured backrest exuding comfort and craftsmanship. The blackened finish accentuates the grain of the ash, beautiful from ever...
Hardwood, Ash
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
Cabinet Makers Work Bench, as Sideboard, Serving Table or Bar
Located in Huntington, NY
Functional early 20th century cabinet makers work bench as sideboard, serving table or bar.
Maple
4 Spindle Back Windsor Dining Chairs Mortis & Tenon Joinery Habersham Plantation
By Habersham
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful set of 4 spindle back Windsor chairs comprised of maple, oak and pine hand crafted having mortise and tenon joinery in seats and backs by Habersham Plantation Corp. North...
Maple, Oak, Pine
Zabihi Collection Set of Antique Large Navy Traditional Rug Pillows
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Antique Rug Pillows measuring 18'' x 24'' respectively Details rug nos. p5202 p5203
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Handcrafted Solid Wood Bar or Counter Stools, Walnut - (Set of 2) Ready to Ship
Located in Calgary, AB
A Classic design that will beautifully suit any home interior. Crafted from solid American black walnut, wood is hand-selected for color uniformity and quality. Our counter stools fe...
Wood, Walnut
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Organic Wooden Sculpture, California, 1970's
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning carved wood organic abstract sculpture. by T. Clasen. California, 1970's.
Wood
Kahn Coffee Table by American Studio Craft Artist David N. Ebner
Located in Bellport, NY
"The Kahn" free edge coffee table by American Studio Craft Artist, David N. Ebner. Book matched (end to end) in walnut and quartered sycamore. Tapered sliding dovetail joint. Made to...
Walnut
California Craftsman Iron Ornate Sconces Pendant Lamps with Ruby Red Glass, Pair
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Pair of ornate wrought iron garden/patio sconces. 6 sided with original ruby red wavy glass. Circa 1950's.
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Four-Drawer Solid Pine Filing Cabinet with Locks and Keys
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 20th Century Four-Drawer Solid Pine Filing Cabinet with Locks and Keys in the old tavern style, with built-in file folders handing rails and two top locking drawers with keys....
Pine
$2,100 / item
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...
Wood, Ash
Art Glass Table Lamp by Wayne Husted for Blenko
By Wayne Husted
Located in Atlanta, GA
A blown art glass lamp Model 551 by Wayne Husted for Blenko 1970s. Made with his signature techniques, the bulbous body of a dark green color feature...
Blown Glass
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...
Rush, Polystyrene, Maple
Bird of ParadiseCoverlet, Probably from Ohio, USA, 19th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
An American coverlet with some ware due to age and use with a dames design called 'bird of paradise'. American coverlets are woven bed coverings that have a rich history in the Unite...
Wool, Cotton
60" Round Dining Table in White Oak and Pewter Inlays Modern Steel Pedestal Base
Located in Birmingham, AL
60" round dining table in white oak and pewter inlays modern steel pedestal base is a variation of our Sunrise base as a pedestal for a round dinin...
Steel, Pewter
Walnut Slab Live Edge Dining Table, Custom Made by Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom walnut slab dining table is seen here in 108" x 42" x 30"H, however it can be built in any size. Because each table is bench-ma...
Walnut
$4,025Sale Price|30% Off
Berman Rosetti Sunset Console In Walnut with Sliding Doors and Storage
By Berman Rosetti
Located in Chicago, IL
A lovely walnut console cabinet by Berman Rosetti (Los Angeles). The piece has 2 doors that slide open to reveal storage inside (one adjustable shelf on either side). The case is d...
Walnut
New Hope Handcrafted Coffee Table after Nakashima by Katherine Mezger, 1960s
Located in Skokie, IL
New Hope Handcrafted Coffee Table after Nakashima by Mezger, 1960s This item was crafted by a master craftsman employee of George Nakashima studios who worked for the New Hope, PA ...
Walnut
Pair of American Tiffany Sterling Silver Monkey Candlesticks
Located in Southampton, NY
Pair of American Tiffany sterling silver monkey candlesticks.
Walnut 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...
Wood
$18,000 / item
Carina Dining Table Made from Reclaimed Pine (custom)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This reclaimed pine dining table is seen here in 120" x "52 x "30, but it can be made in any size; we also offer an expandable version. Because each table is bench-made in our own ...
Reclaimed Wood
WmL.Gilbert Clock Company Hand Painted Porcelain Mantel Clock
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a WmL.Gilbert Clock Company Porcelain Mantel Clock No.433. It depicts an almost square porcelain case hand painted green and adorned with branches of flowers and leaves in t...
Porcelain