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.
Mid-20th Century English Cast Brass Owl Door Knocker
Located in Elkhart, IN
A charming mid-20th-century English door knocker cast in brass as a watchful owl perched upon a small branch. Textured plumage, deeply modeled eyes, and a stylized foliate crest give...
Brass
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
Studio Cabinet in Wood by American Craftsman Mike Bartell
Located in Berlin, DE
Tall studio cabinet in different woods by American Craftsman Mike Bartell 1989 Two doors and two insert shelves in glass.
Glass, 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
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
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
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
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
1980s Handcrafted Polished Walnut Pine Wood Slabs Trestle Coffee Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Bring a “down-home” country charm to your residence, even if it’s located in the heart of a bustling city, with this pair of thick, rock solid walnut and pine coffee table. These tru...
Hardwood, Walnut
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
Early 20th Century Antique Tiger Oak Dresser
Located in Pasadena, TX
An exceptional antique carved tiger oak dresser with mirror. Three drawers. Castors. Measures: 52" W x 22.5" D x 77" H. Dresser top height 29.25".
Oak
"Stack" Maple Wood Sculptural Shelving Unit
By Fort Makers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Stack" shelving unit is a grouping of architectural and abstract hardwood sculptures by Noah Spencer that together make a shelving unit. When these sculptures are moved and oriented...
Hardwood, Maple
$3,125Sale Price|46% Off
Organically hand sculpted artist sideboard in solid Oregon pine, Denmark 1960s.
Located in Ystad, SE
Hand-Sculpted Sideboard in the Style of Alexandre Noll. Denmark, 1960s. A distinctive and sculptural artist-made sideboard, hand-carved in solid Oregon pine and executed in the styl...
Pine, Masonite, Plywood
Superb David N. Ebner Studio Craft Tripod Table
By George Nakashima, David Ebner, Wendell Castle, Dean Santner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Exceptional midcentury styled tripod table with incredible figuring, likely a tropical hardwood, featuring circular dished top raised on a stylized one-piece tripod base, monogrammed...
Hardwood
$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
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Chrome, Brass & Glass Top, 1980
Located in Miami, FL
Large coffee table in polished Chrome and Brass metalwork with thick glass top. Mastercraft style New York designer circa 1980
Chrome
Vintage T.C. Wheaton Co Glass Embossed Apothecary Bottles Set of 4
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful set of 4 vintage apothecary bottles with stoppers and embossed. Classic and unique, these beautiful bottles sparkle in vintage gl...
Glass
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
Mid Century Maple Drop Front Secretary Writing Desk
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique secretary desk features hardwood construction, original maple finish, three dovetailed drawers with brass hardware, drop front writing surface with slatted storage compa...
Brass
$428Sale Price|20% Off
Set of 4 Antique Folding Chairs with Vintage Upholstery
Located in Freehold, NJ
This set of four antique occasional chairs feature hardwood construction, original finish, bentwood seat back on two chairs, original red vinyl seats on all four, and reinforced stee...
Upholstery, Wood
$1,225Sale Price|30% Off
1930s Vintage Oak Executive School Teachers Office Library Writing Desk 54"
Located in Dayton, OH
1930s vintage executive office / library / school writing desk. Made of oak featuring rectangular form with six dovetails drawers and two pull outs work surfaces. Dimensions: 54"w...
Oak
American Contemporary Studio Crafted Free Edge Large Coffee Table
Located in Bellport, NY
Studio handcrafted, free edge coffee table in bookmatched walnut wood. The base has a custom pigmented graphite finish; the entire table has a clear 40% sheen lacquer coating.
Walnut
Early American Cobbler's Work Bench With Leather Seat
Located in Austin, TX
A genuine wooden cobbler's bench crafted in America of solid wood. A testament to the quality of construction, this piece is nearing 100 years of age and still holds up. Features acc...
Wood
Donald Gordon Rocking Chair Kauri Wood Oak Sam Maloof New Zealand
By Sam Maloof
Located in Munster, NRW
Donald Gordon, rocking chair in Kauri wood This rocking chair, made by Donald Gordon in the early 2000s, is a special object, a unique piece of furniture, the fantastic combination ...
Wood, Oak
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
Alva Console Table in Rift Sawn Oak, made to order by Petersen Antiques
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rift sawn oak console table is seen here in 84" x 18", however it can be built in any size. Because each table is bench-made in our own Los Angeles workshop you can influence ...
Oak
Important Esherick Table from The Hedgerow Collection
Located in Chicago, IL
Important Esherick Table from The Hedgerow Collection. Crafted by Esherick in 1924. The table is thought to have been used by Esherick at the family's home Sunekrest prior to 1938. That year Esherick enhanced the table's form by reshaping its legs, thus simplifying the design. The table found it's way to Hedgerow Theatre in 1940 in the Theatre's Green Room for many years. Provenance: Made by the artist for the artist's home, Sunekrest, Paoli, Pennsylvania, 1924 Re-designed by the artist, 1938 Sold to Hedgerow Theatre, Rose Valley...
Pine
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
Midcentury American Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
Midcentury American mahogany bookcase with 12 drawers and three glass sliding doors. Adjustable shelf in upper portion. Upper cabinet: 17.75"D.
Glass, Mahogany
Live Edge Satin Walnut (Sweet Gum) Dining Table Cast Iron Legacy (Wishbone) Base
Located in Birmingham, AL
Our live edge dining table features the natural curves of this item's original form, a living tree! This beautiful piece of woodworking sits atop our iron Legacy Wishbone Base, hand ...
Iron
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
$2,063Sale Price|24% Off
1950s Vintage American Craftsman Cabinmodern Studio Walnut Entryway Bench
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Very heavy, constructed of solid walnut. Original finish, so you see some wear from normal uses. Some splitting to top surface boards, some spalting (spotting) on the legs, and check...
Walnut
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
$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
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
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
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
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
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
$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
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
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
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
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
18th Century Three-Mold Blown Glass Decanter by Boston & Sandwich Glass Company
By Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co., Boston and Sandwich Glass Company
Located in San Diego, CA
An exceptional and increasingly scarce example of early American glassmaking, this 18th-century three-mold blown glass decanter attributed to the ...
Glass
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
$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
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
$1,850 / 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
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
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
Custom Made Iron Floor Lamp with Oak Shelf That Functions as as a Side Table
Located in Houston, TX
We make this lamp for our shop. It is made to order and we can adjust the height of the lamp to your desired height. It is nice for spaces where there is not room for a table and a l...
Iron
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
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 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
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
19th Century Antique 10" Stoneware Pottery Beer Bottle, D.L.O. & SON, New York
Located in Chicago, IL
Early stoneware pottery beer/ale bottle marked D.L.O. & Son that is remarkable intact. Dorman Leonard Ormsby appears in the business directory for Manhattan, New York, at multiple ad...
Ceramic, Stoneware
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
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
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