A Mysterious Reproduction
The Two Red Roses Foundation is both fortunate and pleased to announce the addition of two important and rare Niedecken acquisitions: The table lamp from the Irving House and a Frank Lloyd Wright designed desk from the Bresler House.
George…
Book Review: “Arts & Crafts Furniture Projects”
More than a century ago, within a few months of when Arts and Crafts furniture was initially introduced to the American public, came the first edition of a new line of books: how to make mission furniture.
It was a phenomenon unlike…
Bidding Paddles Up — Wallets Out
Our Calendar of Events has reminded us that the next few months are busier than ever for Arts and Crafts Collectors! Auctions, festival, exhibitions, tours, travel opportunities and shows are cropping up all over the world and they all have…
From Victorian to Vernacular
This is Part 2 of a series written by Cynthia Shaw for the Colorado Arts & Crafts Society. To read part one, please click here.
In July of 2013, I attended the 39th Annual London Summer School sponsored by the Victorian Society of America.…
Cultivating Standen
Written by Cynthia Shaw for the Colorado Arts & Crafts Society
Photos Courtesy of John H. Waters
Crafted in 1892-94 for a wealthy London solicitor, James Beale, his wife Margaret and their seven children, Standen exemplifies architect…
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ArtsandCraftsCollector.com is a website dedicated to exploring the works, artisans, historical origins and the contemporary revival of the American Arts & Crafts Movement. The historic movement started as a response to the country’s Industrial Revolution and encouraged simple design paying tribute to the natural world over the intricate design of the Victorian era.