Keeping up with current literature helps collectors enhance their understanding of Stickley’s aesthetic and craftsmanship, make better purchasing decisions, and gain a greater appreciation for the historical context that impacts the market for his work. As research and scholarship on Stickley evolve, recent publications provide new insights into his role in the Arts & Crafts movement and offer updated information on the provenance and value of his pieces.
The book, Gustav Stickley, is a comprehensive biography on Gustav Stickley's life and career including every collaboration and an immense bibliography. The author, David Cathers is one of the most knowledgeable Stickley experts making this book indispensable for researchers and an exciting read.
In this book Cathers explores Stickley and his contemporary furniture makers, a compelling read which can be purchased here.