Stickley’s legacy begins with three Flemish words, “Als Ik Kan” ("to the best of my ability"), a promise of excellence embraced by Gustav Stickley and his brothers—Leopold, and John George.
Their vision and craftsmanship revolutionized American furniture, creating a tradition that thrives at Stickley today.
Gustav Stickley: Pioneer of Arts and Crafts
Gustav Stickley transformed American design with his Mission furniture, combining honesty, functionality, and impeccable craftsmanship. His magazine, The Craftsman, and Craftsman homes shaped the Arts and Crafts movement, making
Stickley Mission furniture timeless icons of American style.
Leopold Stickley: Dean of Cabinet Makers
Leopold Stickley, co-founder of L. & J.G. Stickley, upheld standards of elite craftsmanship for over six decades. He adapted to evolving tastes, leading with collections like the legendary Cherry Valley line of colonial revival furniture.
In 1956, Leopold was named the “Revered Dean of Cabinet Makers” by leading publications, a testament to his impact on American furniture.
The Audi Family: Reviving a Legacy
In 1974, Alfred and Aminy Audi saved Stickley from decline, reviving its Mission collection in 1989 and sparking an Arts and Crafts renaissance. Today, their commitment to Stickley’s tradition of quality and craftsmanship has cemented its place as a leader in the furniture world.
[originally posted June 2021] In home décor as in life, fashions come and go, and there’s no denying that the original period of Mission furniture’s popularity in America was relatively...
[originally posted June 2021] In home décor as in life, fashions come and go, and there’s no denying that the original period of Mission furniture’s popularity in America was relatively...
[originally posted August 2021]For many Americans, the Stickley name is synonymous with Mission furniture, and rightly so. But for much of its history, the styles that kept L. & J.G. Stickley in...
[originally posted August 2021]For many Americans, the Stickley name is synonymous with Mission furniture, and rightly so. But for much of its history, the styles that kept L. & J.G. Stickley in...
[originally posted July 26, 2021]E.J. Audi Fine Furniture was one of the dealers that stuck by Stickley even as times got tough. Alfred Audi had graduated from Colgate in 1960...
[originally posted July 26, 2021]E.J. Audi Fine Furniture was one of the dealers that stuck by Stickley even as times got tough. Alfred Audi had graduated from Colgate in 1960...
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