The McCoy Dresser possesses a classic Mission style
During the 1920’s, American furniture craftsmen drew on a wide range of cultural and stylistic influences for their inspiration, most notably the Spanish Mission style furniture of the American West. Established by Franciscan missionaries from Spain, Spanish “missions” were noted for their unadorned, stucco-covered adobe walls and simple angles and arches.
Gustav Stickley became the first craftsman to mass-produce and popularize the Spanish Mission style. The Mission style ethos of simplicity and practicality resonated deeply with the American people, throwing open the door of opportunity for Stickley. He would broaden his Mission furniture line to include naturalistic wicker furniture with rough-hewn wood and bark accents, providing a perfect compliment to the cleaner, sturdier Mission designs.
